Sherri Shepherd recently got swooped up in the whole N-word debate, as it became a hot topic on popular daytime show “The View” back in October. The very outspoken talk show host revealed that she believes the use of the N-word is okay for African-Americans to use, but not white folk. And she told Essence.com […]

Politics

The President will state that “the defining issue of our time” is keeping the American dream alive.  He will pledge to fight GOP obstruction.  His speech is being referred to as “recycled failed policies” by partisan Republicans.  Read More:

Politics

According to the HuffingtonPost.com, Tea Party activists in Tennessee are pushing to whitewash school textbooks. The group wants to eliminate references to slavery as well as, mentions of the founders of America being slave owners.  Read More:

Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is planning the launch of a music-themed cable network reportedly called Revolt by year’s end. Sources say Comcast committed to the FCC regarding plans to add more minority-owned networks, with a strong possibility of Diddy’s being one the first. READ MORE

Beauty

It’s always nice to start off the new year with some new makeup. Even nicer? Getting great stuff for (way) under 20 bucks. Here, the seven drugstore finds Allure is dying over right now: L’Oréal Paris Infallible Eye Shadow With a supremely soft, velvety texture, these powder shadows blend easily over lids. And, while they […]

This past weekend, Majic joined Joy Brunson, founder of Tee2Tea, and a group of young ladies on the golf course. Tee2Tea is a non-profit golf organization for young ladies of color from ages 8-18. This organization uses the game of golf to help develop social skills, improve self image, teach accountability, and foster positive interaction […]

Whitney Houston has reportedly blown through all the money she earned during her career.The 48-year-old singer who has overcome crack cocaine addiction has reportedly spent all of her fortune, including a reported $100 million record deal. RadarOnline is reporting: “Whitney’s fortune is gone,” the source said. “Music industry heavy hitters are supporting her and her […]

Whitney Houston makes her return to the big-screen with the remake of the 1976 classic film, “Sparkle.”  The Sony film, co-starring, Jordin Sparks, is set to open on August 10th.  Essence.com has the story.  Read More:

National

A former dentist in Massachusetts has pleaded guilty for using paper clips during root canal procedures, instead of stainless steel posts in an effort save money. Read More

Halle Berry’s nanny was denied a restraining order against Halle’s baby daddy Gabriel Aubry, reports TMZ. The nanny is claiming that Gabriel pushed in a door while she was holding his daughter Nahla. The nanny, Alliance Kamdem claimed she feared retaliation by Aubry, but the judge called her petition “insufficient and speculative.” In her declaration, […]

Regardless of their station in life, many black women feel they are defined by stereotypes and myths foisted upon them, according to a nationwide survey conducted by The Washington Post and the Kaiser Family Foundation. http://www.blackamericaweb.com/?q=articles/news/the_state_of_black_america_news/36496

EURWeb.com reports that Deion Sanders is asking the court to order his wife, Pilar to leave his house claiming that it is his separate property. Not only that, he has asked the court to sanction her for violating the rules of conduct for people getting divorced in Collin County, Texas.  Read More: