There will be no last-minute reprieve for Lauryn Hill. The Grammy-winning rapper-singer started her three-month prison sentence for tax evasion today (July 8th.) She pleaded guilty last year to not filing federal taxes
Despite the fact that deceased teen Trayvon Martin has cast a large shadow over the country — and has been talked about — for the
Last month was an monumental moment for LGBT rights as the Supreme Court struck down a constitutional ban on same-sex marriage, a move which was
For the second time in less than six months, Oprah decided to tackle the issue of males being raised without their fathers. On July 7,
On a day when America celebrated its independence, one black woman was reminded of the racism that still exists in the “greatest nation in the
One of the hottest nail trends for summer, the Denim Manicure. Bootcut, skinny or boyfriend ? The wardrobe staple has been transformed into one of
Mathew Knowles wed Gena Charmaine Avery last Sunday, June 30 in Houston. Daughters Beyoncé Knowles Carter and Solange Knowles didn’t witness the nuptials due to “…
At least 60 people remain unaccounted for after an Asiana Airlines flight from Seoul, South Korea, crashed while landing at San Francisco International Airport on
Television and film producer, writer and columnist for Essence, Nathan Hale Williams has made more than a name for himself; he is making his mark. Williams received
Lupe Fiasco has become one of music’s most polarizing figures in recent years thanks to his critiques of everything from the word “b—-,” to inner
Music is a big influence in the lives of young people today. Rap artist like Trinidad James and Lil Wayne promote drug use in just
Years before the sports world began its recent shift towards embracing LGBT athletes, former NBA star Tim Hardaway blasted the gay community in a 2007
For 24 years,“The Simpsons” has provided generations of fans across the globe with laughs and inspired today’s latest crop of primetime cartoons. The cartoon, a
Around the world, after all the cookouts and parades, millions will gather to watch some of the most spectacular firework displays. Celebrate our country’s Independence
WNBA player Sharnee Zoll-Norman recently revealed that she is gay.With so many politicians, celebrities and athletes opening up about their sexuality to the world, it’s
Over 50 people were treated at a hospital after taking Molly at a concert in Quincy, Wash. According to Q13 Fox, the people were attendees
Grills are the epitome of summer. They add just the extra something to all summer activities. Check out the different types of grills that will
Harlem Arts Alliance Presents: On the “A” w/Souleo The Force MD’s are ready to reclaim the spotlight with a slew of new projects including their
Thousands of people from multiple backgrounds, religions and races gathered Saturday, June 15 for the Takin it to the Streets Fest 2013 in Marquette Park.
To increase the love and appreciation for the arts, Bank of America’s Museums on Us campaign is offering free admission to limited museums throughout the U.S.
