Posts Tagged ‘2018’
Chance The Rapper reveals heroic act that he kept a secret
Hip-hop star Chance The Rapper revealed an act of heroism he previously had kept secret while reflecting on his most memorable moments of 2018. The 25-year-old took to social media and opened up about saving a man’s life by pulling him from a burning car. He revealed: “Ay so I never told this to the world but my friends can…
Read MoreIn 2018, Black social media users shamed these racists (video)
In 2018, cellphones and social media caught wanton acts of racism across the country in viral videos. It is reminiscent of the scene in the hit comedy movie Beverly Hills Cop, where Eddie Murphy’s character announces to a roomful of racists, “I’m your worst nightmare, a n—– with a badge.” But in 2018, you also…
Read MoreReflections on safe places for 2019
On this last Sunday of 2018, take the time to reflect on the many twists and turns we found ourselves in that caused us much discouragement. At the end of each year, we declare we are leaving the people behind who hurt us and discarding everything that brings us pain and no longer serves us.…
Read MoreThe biggest moments of Black excellence in 2018
And just like that, another 12 months have entered the history books. 2018 proved to be a year in which Black excellence prevailed in entertainment, politics, business and sports. In this year-in-review edition, we highlight the most impactful moments in Black culture of 2018. Music The year began with Kendrick Lamar and TDE’s masterful soundtrack…
Read MoreThe top 5 album releases from Chicago artists in 2018
For sure, 2018 has been a fulfilling year for music and has represented a changing of the guard in some aspects and the resurgence of lyricism in others. It has been an exciting year and Chicago has had some major releases that accent the high caliber of talent that lives and breathes in the Windy…
Read MoreHow the ‘n-word with a cellphone’ became a nightmare for these racists
Since the death of Eric Garner in 2014, the role of the cell phone has become critical for social justice in the United States. Garner was selling loose cigarettes on a street corner when NYPD Detective Daniel Pantaleo choked him to death. It spawned #ICantBreathe America next saw the body of Michael Brown laying in…
Read More2018 started off rough for Ludacris and his wife Eudoxie
The brunette beauty turned to religion to help her get through the traumatic time and she soon realized that she was already “blessed” because she and Luda already have a 3-year-old daughter, Cadence, together.
Read MoreJordan retros released for spring break 2018
The Jordan brand knows that this year’s spring break will be full of fun, parties and great memories. To honor the good times, they’ve decided to release some classics for you to rock at the beach. A couple of these have never even been on the market yet, so prepare to lace up this spring because…
Read MoreAtlanta honors Dr. King
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy was honored by people across the city of Atlanta. Atlantans commemorated him on Jan. 15 with parades, by visiting monuments, and performing community service.
Read MoreChloe x Halle are ready for 2018 in their new single ‘Grown’
Choe x Halle via Instagram (@chloexhalle) Chloe x Halle have a message for you. The two sisters are entering 2018 screaming “Watch out world, I’m grown now” in their new self-produced single “Grown.” Along with the song, the young songstresses invited their fans to their seemingly self-directed video featuring lots of selfie-taking and goofing off…
Read MoreBest 10 songs from 2017 to prepare you for 2018
Cardi B via Instagram (@Iamcardib) So, 2017 will go down in history as the year Jaden Smith reminded us of the “Icon” living in us, as Kendrick Lamar made sure we stayed “Humble,” and Cardi B taught us how to make money moves. As we enter into the New Year, it is only right that…
Read More3 early resolutions to jump-start your 2018
Photo credit: 55Ohms / Shutterstock.com It’s time to pull out those journals that have not seen the light of day since the last New Year and make resolutions for 2018. In order to mentally and physically prepare for what is to come in 2018, here are three resolutions that can pave the way to…
Read MoreDru Hill invites you to ‘Christmas in Baltimore’ with new EP
Photo credit: Dru Hill’s Facebook Those Baltimore boys are back and ready to serenade all the R&B fans who’ve waited for this moment. Dru Hill released a nine-track Christmas EP titled Christmas in Baltimore on Nov. 24 to celebrate their “Favorite Time of Year.” We sat down with the group to chat about their new…
Read MoreToyota debuts all-new, redesigned 2018 Camry
One of the world’s most popular sedans, the Toyota Camry was originally designed in 1983 and since then, has become ubiquitous combining reliability and affordability. This summer, at a ride-and-drive press event for East Coast media outlets, Toyota revealed the 2018 Camry for the first time, as well as the all-new 2018 C-HR. The 2018…
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