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High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America, 2021Available now Netflix Stephen Satterfield, writer and co-founder of Whetstone magazine, chronicles the roots and lineage of Black cuisine from Africa to the United States in this Netflix docuseries. Lupin: Part 2, 2021Available
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Namadingo moving to Zambia: 'Most Malawians hate me' | Malawi 24 - Malawi news
Musician Patience Namadingo has said he is permanently moving to Zambia because he is not loved by most Malawians. Writing on his Facebook page, Namadingo has said that most Malawians hate him thus his decision to switch to the neighboring country on permanent basis. 'Imagine being very hated by
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Source: Malawi 24 | Malawi news
Michael Che under fire for Simone Biles jokes, claims he was hacked
Comedian and Saturday Night Live writer Michael Che has wiped his Instagram page clean of all posts except one Instagram... View Article The post Michael Che under fire for Simone Biles jokes, claims he was hacked appeared first on TheGrio.
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City Girls' JT gushes about Beyoncé after meeting at July 4 party: 'I made it'
It seems City Girls' JT was in the presence of a queen this weekend. The rapper took to social media... View Article The post City Girls' JT gushes about Beyoncé after meeting at July 4 party: 'I made it' appeared first on TheGrio.
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IN MEMORIAM: Hip Hop Icon Biz Markie Dies at 57
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Nicknamed “The Clown Prince of Hip Hop,” Biz was born Marcel Theo Hall in Harlem, across the then Triboro Bridge from Queens, the New York City borough where he would cut his teeth collaborating with MCs and DJs like Big Daddy Kane, Marley Marl, and Roxanne
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Source: Black News, Politics, Commentary & Culture | BlackPressUSA
Medical Marijuana Entrepreneur Sees Racial Reckoning In Connecticut’s Legalization Of Cannabis  – The Omaha Star
New law addresses social equity and OKs possession and recreational use for those over 21. The post Medical Marijuana Entrepreneur Sees Racial Reckoning In Connecticut’s Legalization Of Cannabis  appeared first on Zenger News.
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Chance The Rapper To Bring Secret Concert To The Big Screen news -The Black Chronicle
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE LOS ANGELES (AP) — When Chance the Rapper filmed a secret concert four years ago, he intended to make a movie for the big… The post Chance The Rapper To Bring Secret Concert To The Big Screen appeared first on The Black Chronicle.
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Lovers & Friends festival with Usher, Lauryn Hill, Ciara and more to return in 2022
After being postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Lovers & Friends Music Festival is officially going to happen next... View Article The post Lovers & Friends festival with Usher, Lauryn Hill, Ciara and more to return in 2022 appeared first on TheGrio.
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Vaccine Vignettes: Fictional Experiences & Responses to Life | Chicago Defender
'Vaccine Vignettes: Fictional Experiences & Responses to Life as Covid-19 vaccines are distributed' are a series of spirited podcasts co-written by Chicago native, Vera Brown, Melissa Birks (Los Angeles), Jamie Johnson (West Virginia), and Roman Jones (Washington D.C.). Each vignette provides
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Jada Pinkett Smith debuts bald head after struggling with hair loss
Jada Pinkett Smith and her daughter Willow Smith took to Instagram to debut their matching buzz cuts on Instagram on... View Article The post Jada Pinkett Smith debuts bald head after struggling with hair loss appeared first on TheGrio.
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SA Amapiano Music Awards: Look who's been nominated!
Amapiano has taken the continent by storm and artists will now be recognised by the first-ever South African Amapiano Music Awards.
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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African
Cedric the Entertainer to host live Emmy Awards ceremony
Cedric the Entertainer will host the Emmy Awards in September as the ceremony returns to a live telecast after last... View Article The post Cedric the Entertainer to host live Emmy Awards ceremony appeared first on TheGrio.
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Rihanna & A$AP Rocky Spark New Music Rumors After Spotted Shooting A Video news -The Black Chronicle
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE After all but verbally confirming that they’re currently dating, pop superstars Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have now got people buzzing about a new
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Spike Lee talks about 'Black people being hunted down' at Cannes press conference
At the Cannes Film Festival press conference on Tuesday, jury president and esteemed filmmaker Spike Lee spoke on 'Black people... View Article The post Spike Lee talks about 'Black people being hunted down' at Cannes press conference appeared first on TheGrio.
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Naturi Naughton backs Phylicia Rashad after Bill Cosby outrage
Naturi Naughton is speaking out. In a recent Instagram post, the singer came to Phylicia Rashad's defense after her controversial... View Article The post Naturi Naughton backs Phylicia Rashad after Bill Cosby outrage appeared first on TheGrio.
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'Black Widow' smashes pandemic box-office records
'Black Widow' is the first time that Disney has revealed the financial success of a film on their streaming platform in a dollar figure.
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Biz Markie, rap icon, dead at 57 | Afro
Rapper, singer, DJ and producer “Biz Markie” has died. He was 57. Born Marcel Theo Hall on April 8, 1964 in Harlem, the music icon passed at a Baltimore hospital Friday. At the time of his death, Markie was experiencing complications from type 2 diabetes. It was reported Markie had a stroke during
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Oprah shows some 'respect' for Jennifer Hudson in interview about Aretha biopic
The icon and force that was Aretha Franklin may have transitioned in 2018, but her decades of musical excellence and... View Article The post Oprah shows some 'respect' for Jennifer Hudson in interview about Aretha biopic appeared first on TheGrio.
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Piers Morgan blasted on Twitter after slamming Simone Biles
Piers Morgan is once again getting dragged on social media. The broadcaster is now under fire after his very public... View Article The post Piers Morgan blasted on Twitter after slamming Simone Biles appeared first on TheGrio.
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5 shocking takeaways from the RHOP season 6 premiere
The women of Potomac are back! Bravo's popular RHOP returned to small screens on Sunday night with plenty of laughs,... View Article The post 5 shocking takeaways from the RHOP season 6 premiere appeared first on TheGrio.
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Singer Lyfe Jennings Shares His 'Frustrating, Embarrassing' Experience of Being Questioned While Boarding First Class, Meagan Good and Others Share Similar Stories
Singer-songwriter Lyfe Jennings is blasting American Airlines after he claims he was asked multiple times on Friday, July 16, by a woman employee if he […]
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Gomora: What's happening tonight Tuesday, 20 July 2021 - E62 S2
Don't miss out on what's happening on tonight's episode of Gomora!
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Lil Nas X and Zadok: High praise for SA creative at BET Awards
South African musical director and producer Zadok was approached by the US artist himself to contribute to his BET performance.
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Dwayne Johnson: 'Black Adam' flexed The Rock to his limit!
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has confessed that 'Black Adam' was the 'hardest undertaking of his entire career'.
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PRESS ROOM: Forty-eight teens to attend First Tee Game Changers Academy in Philadelphia | BlackPressUSA
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Diversity, equity and inclusion have been part of the fabric of First Tee since the beginning, and we are proud to provide an event that allows teens from across the country to go deeper on the subject,” said Greg McLaughlin, First Tee CEO. “First Tee is about empowering these
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Jazzin’ Returns at Shedd Aquarium for Five Exciting Evenings | The Crusader Newspaper Group
The Shedd Aquarium recently announced the highly anticipated return of Jazzin’ at the Shedd, an evening event series punctuated by live, local jazz talent, unbelievable animal moments and fantastic city skyline and firework views. The limited series will include five Wednesday evening events star
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Eboni K. Williams explains suspended law license, slams 'desperate' attempts to discredit her
Eboni K. Williams is continuing to rise above the nonsense. In a recent Instagram Live video, the Real Housewife of... View Article The post Eboni K. Williams explains suspended law license, slams 'desperate' attempts to discredit her appeared first on TheGrio.
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Black Filmmaker opens a new Film Studio in Riverdale | The Atlanta Voice
It was apropos that Chatejah “Taj” George was outfitted in a fire-engine red dress and frequently flosses bright scarlet locks.  She has launched a four-alarm blaze of a business in south suburban Atlanta with multifaceted movie-making business, C & C Movie Film Studio. The multi-hyphenate
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Ice-T Trends On Social Media After Seeing Photos Of His Daughter news -The Black Chronicle
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE Social media is asking did Coco’s genes even try!  Coco dropped a series of photos of her and her daughter looking just like her… The post Ice-T Trends On Social Media After Seeing Photos Of His Daughter appeared first on The Black Chronicle.
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Harlem Globetrotters #SpreadGame tour makes a stop in Atlanta | The Atlanta Voice
Fans with Harlem Globetrotters apparel dressed in red, blue and black and kids with the red, white and blue basketball filled up the arena to see the legendary team in action at State Farm Arena. History is something that unites the fans and people of Atlanta as the Globetrotters were able to win
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