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Israel Houghton recently treated the Lakewood Church in Houston to a performance of “We Agree,” his collaboration with Donald Lawrence. Take a look at Israel sing this popular song with the Lakewood Church Choir in this video below, and find out how you can get a copy of it right here. RELATED POSTS: 2011 Dove […]

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The president of the University of Maryland-Baltimore County, Freeman Hrabowski, was profiled on CBS’s 60 Minutes last night in a segment that focused on the great work he’s done in the areas of science and math at his university. Check out the video here. The opening line of the piece: “We met a man with […]

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Kim Zolciak is married. The “Real Housewives Of Atlanta” cast member became an actual wife when she married Atlanta Falcons defensive end Kroy Biermann on Friday, making their lucky date 11/11/11. She wore a $58,000 pre-owned, handmade gown made of Duchess satin and embellished with Swarovski crystals, pearls and embroidered lace. The couple, who welcomed […]

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Do you want your legs to look miles long this season? Over the knee boots are hot again this fall and when styled correctly, will instantly take an outfit from drab to fab! Here are some of my faves from every price point. 7 Wide-Leg Palazzo Pants For Under $100 FALL TRENDS: Faux Fur Accessories

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Every fashionista knows the right jacket tops off an outfit while keeping you stylishly warm. With the recent shift in the weather pattern, here are some wearable pieces to carry you through the season. The Top 5 Fall 2011 Fashion Trends You Need In Your Wardrobe NOW [VIDEO] 7 Must-Have Coats To Keep You Warm […]

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More than 45 years after the Department of Labor issued “The Moynihan Report,” a study which examined the breakdown of the Black family, sociologist Herbert Gans revisited the report, offering his own critique in the Fall 2011 issue of the Du Bois Review. See also: Caribbean Culture has Influenced Miami For Over 100 years While many […]

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Recently launched black television network, Bounce TV, is being criticized for it’s lack of original programming and creativity. The Root writer Charles E. Cobb Jr. calls the Atlanta-based network “uninteresting,” and adds that it doesn’t offer a unique experience to viewers who are familiar with TV One or BET. I note this with disappointment, but […]

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It seems that winter has bombarded its way into the Northeast with early snow storms and unfortunate inclement weather. However, just as you’ve accepted it – “Ok, the winter season is here dag blammit!” – we are being blessed with 60 degrees temperatures that have sent your body (and hair) into a state of shock. […]

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Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain is feeling the effects of his sexual harassment scandal, according to some recent poll numbers. While Cain is still leading the Republican pack at 27 percent, his support has dipped steadily since Sharon Bialek went public with her claim. See Also: Meet J.Lo’s New Boyfriend See Also: Black Travel: Visit […]

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Jay-Z who cleans up nicely for the cover of GQ magazine, has clearly had one crazy year. The rap mogul is about to become a father next year, is touring with Kanye, recording a solo album and undertaking more business ventures. Jay recently revealed to the mag how he and his wife decided to announce […]

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Two men from Kentucky created startup  called “Ujamaa Deals,” that will offer deals to black-owned businesses across the nation.

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Oprah Winfrey’s best freind, Gayle King, will be joining CBS’s The Early Show as a co-host, the New York Times is reporting. See also: Oprah Winfrey, James Earl Jones Receive Honorary Oscars At Governors Awards See also: More than Common…Extraordinary! According to the Times, King along with Charlie Rose are being added to the lineup to compete with NBC’s Today and ABC’s Good […]