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Whitney Houston: Her Life, Legacy and Lasting Memories
by Zondra Hughes
Story by Zondra Hughes Photos by Patrick Demarchelier Whitney Elizabeth Houston was born into a musically gifted family, reared in | READ MORE
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Erick Sermon Talks Sexuality in Rap: ‘There Will Never Be Openly Gay Rappers’
by Amir Shaw
Erick Sermon believes that hip-hop will never accept an openly gay rapper. During a recent interview with Vlad TV, Sermon | READ MORE

‘Basketball Wives’ Episode 1 Recap
by Nicholas Robinson
This week, VH1’s “Basketball Wives” reality show returns to the small screen. And in the fourth season premiere, things start | READ MORE

DMX Owes $1 Million in Back Child Support? 5 Stars Paying Big Child Support Bills
by Amir Shaw
DMX may have to pay up to $1 million in back child support. Patricia Trejo, DMX’s ex, claims that the | READ MORE

Bobby Brown Worried for Daughter Bobbi Kristina’s Life
by Nicholas Robinson
Reports have been flying recently that Bobbi Kristina Brown, the daughter of the late Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown, has | READ MORE

Sweetie Talks Split With Kim Zolciak
by Nicholas Robinson
Fans of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” were shocked last year when Kim Zolciak fired her beloved BFF and assistant, | READ MORE
The Blog

Barack Obama Looking For A Record Deal?
by Renee Gardner
While Barack Obama always puts on a wonderful star-studded show, his recent appearances have been musicals all in their own. | READ MORE
national black HIV/AIDS awareness day: do the right thing, get tested
1/31/2009 by admin
health and wellness Twenty-five years after the emergence of HIV/AIDS as a predominantly white, gay man’s disease, the unfortunate | READ MORE
the science of aids
1/31/2009 by admin
AIDS special We all know that AIDS is a lethal disease that kills thousands every year. But do you know | READ MORE
method to the madness: a look at hiv prevention
1/31/2009 by admin
AIDS special Everyone wants to know how to stop a killer. We watch television crime dramas intently for that | READ MORE
From Hitsville to Hip Hop: Ten Rap Classics That Helped Keep Motown Relevant
1/30/2009 by admin
After 50 years, Motown has more than earned its reputation as a cornerstone of American popular music. From its chart-topping | READ MORE
RO Music News Bits: T.I. Talks Grammy, Aaliyah Biopic to Hit the Big Screen, 50 Cent Beefing…Again
1/30/2009 by admin
T.I. Says Grammy Nod Means Something “a little different” Than Others Tip, who is up for four Grammy’s this year, | READ MORE
Michael Jordan and Dwight Freeny Kick Off Super Bowl Weekend in Tampa
1/30/2009 by admin
The hype and hoopla of Super Bowl weekend got underway Thursday, January 29, with several events that served as an | READ MORE
Update: Blagojevich removed from office
1/30/2009 by admin
The political career of Rod Blagojevich came to an end yesterday. Senators voted 59-0 to remove the Illinois Governor Rod | READ MORE
The trip to Tampa
1/29/2009 by admin
The trip to Tampa see the world Even if you live close enough to drive to Superbowl XLII, your best | READ MORE
13th Annual Urban Wheel Awards
1/29/2009 by admin
13th Annual Urban Wheel Awards shoulda been there Jocelyn K. Allen, Urban Wheels Awards Executive of the Year Fashion, stars | READ MORE
Home Depot lends support to Atlanta’s Center for Civil & Human Rights
1/29/2009 by admin
Home Depot lends support to Atlanta’s Center for Civil & Human Rights community minded Home Depot is celebrating the legacy | READ MORE
The 10 Biggest Grammy Snubs of All-time
1/29/2009 by admin
The 10 Biggest Grammy Snubs of All-time grammy extra The Grammys have a long and illustrious tradition. But, too often, | READ MORE
What Did the Grammys Get Wrong? A Snapshot of the Last 10 Years
1/29/2009 by admin
What Did the Grammys Get Wrong? A Snapshot of the Last 10 Years grammy extra Take a look back and | READ MORE
christians and black churches take center stage during the 2009 Inauguration
1/29/2009 by admin
christians and black churches take center stage during the 2009 Inauguration community news (front row) Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Pernessa C. | READ MORE

Disaster Movie
1/29/2009 by admin
Disaster Movie Starring: Tony Cox, Carmen ElectraStudio: Lionsgate PicturesRating: Unrated Spoof movies have been around since the early days of | READ MORE
Blossom: Seasons 1 & 2
1/29/2009 by admin
Blossom: Seasons 1 & 2 Starring: Mayim Bialik, Joseph LawrenceStudio:Shout Factory Shout Factory once again gives TV fans what they’ve | READ MORE

The Uninvited
1/29/2009 by admin
The Uninvited Starring: Elizabeth Banks, Emily BrowningStudio: DreamWorks SKGRating: PG Runtime: 87 minutes This emotionally gripping thriller finds Anna (Emily | READ MORE

Taken
1/29/2009 by admin
Taken Studio: 20th Century FoxStarring: Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke JanssenRating: RRuntime: 93 minutes By now, you’ve seen the | READ MORE

The trip to Tampa
1/29/2009 by admin
see the world Even if you live close enough to drive to Superbowl XLII, your best bet — and maybe | READ MORE
13th Annual Urban Wheel Awards
1/29/2009 by admin
shoulda been there Jocelyn K. Allen, Urban Wheels Awards Executive of the Year Fashion, stars and cars were the | READ MORE
Home Depot lends support to Atlanta’s Center for Civil & Human Rights
1/29/2009 by admin
community minded Home Depot is celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with its first civil rights | READ MORE
Featured Photos

Bronner Bros. International Hair Show Day 2
The Bronner Brothers International Hair Show’s 65th Anniversary at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga. has definitely been | VIEW GALLERY

Bronner Bros. International Hair Show Day 1
The Bronner Brothers International Hair Show’s 65th Anniversary at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga. has definitely been | VIEW GALLERY
Black History Moment

Julius ‘Dr. J’ Irving Born on This Date in Black History
by Roz Edward
Julius “Dr. J.” Erving, basketball legend, was born in Roosevelt, NY, on this date in 1950. During Erving’s illustrious career | READ MORE

Johnnie Rebecca Carr Dies on This Date in Black History
by Roz Edward
Johnnie Rebecca Carr ~ dies at age 97 (from a stroke). She formed the Montgomery Improvement Association after Rosa Parks | READ MORE
Fashion Week

Korto Momolu Presents and Parties at New York Fall Fashion Week
In the Cellar Bar of the Bryant Park Hotel, Korto Momolu set the scene with gorgeous designs and a few | VIEW GALLERY

B Michael America Couture Fall 2012 Collection Pays Homage to Whitney Houston
Famed fashion designer b michael presented his b michael America Couture Fall 2012 Collection during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Spotted on | VIEW GALLERY
Special Issues

Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa: Hip-Hop’s Hypnotic Duo
by Amir Shaw
Story by A.R. Shaw Images by Hannibal Matthews Collaborative rap albums often occur for several reasons. Either record labels are | READ MORE
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Bobby Brown Worried for Daughter Bobbi Kristina’s Life
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Reports have been flying recently that Bobbi Kristina Brown, the daughter of the late Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown, has | READ MORE

Bobbi Kristina’s Troubles Continue at Whitney Houston’s Funeral
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