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Disney Junior Doc McStuffins: Teaches little girls to embrace their natural hair.

  When I first saw the animated Disney series Doc McStuffins, I thought, ‘Brilliant, this is just what the doctor ordered,’ especially for little chocolista’s. (That’s right, we made up the word.) The message of becoming a doctor is certainly empowering all little all little girls, which is why I’m thrilled that my adorable little

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‘Back to Basics: Music & Entertainment Summit 2014' Comes to San Diego, CA, May 1-4, 2014

(San Diego, CA) One of the biggest Entertainment Summits ever come to San Diego, is just right around the corner. From May 1st through May 4, 2014, the festivities will take place at the Sheraton Four Points Hotel at 8110 Aero Drive in San Diego, starting with, the Ultimate Gospel Music Celebration on the afternoon

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University of San Diego (UCSD) Geisel Library Celebrate Earth Week in a DIY Maker Event

(San Diego, CA ) To celebrate Earth Week, University of San Diego (UCSD) Geisel Library hosted an impressive DIY Maker Event on April 22.   Participants gained valuable information and resources on non-toxic cleaning products and, recyclable materials to encourage sustainability. A variety of maker stations were set up to share resources on making non-toxic cleaning supplies, buttons using

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DC area Black MaleTriplets decide which Ivy League to attend in the Fall

Interesting fact: There are close to 5000 triplets born in the United States each year. Apparently excellence comes in three’s! Well, that’s certainly the case for triplets Malik, Ahmad and Khalil Jones. Born brilliant and determined to succeed, the Jones Brothers don’t just walk the walk, they talk the talk. All three seniors of Georgetown

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Video: Positive Black Males' Recreate Justin Timberlakes "Suit and Tie"

We’re having a very proud moment. At Illinois’ Central High School, dozens of young Black and Hispanic males, created and filmed their own video to Justin Timberlake‘s 2013 hit “Suit & Tie.” The honor students, poets, future collegiate athletes and National Honor Society members came together to create “Suit & Tie in the 217” to

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Happy Jackie Robinson Day! Ballparks Across the Nation Honor a Legend

Happy Jackie Robinson Day! On April 15th, we honor the legendary Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play in Major League Baseball. Robinson, is celebrated for breaking down the color barrier in sports, and for his momentous achievements during the Civil Rights movement. Today, 14 ball parks across the nation will participate in a

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Dr. Ben Carson Explains to Roland Martin Why He Compared Obamacare to Slavery

“I’m not trying to make light of slavery. What I’m trying to get people to understand is what is happening with a government.” Carson explains to Roland Martin on TV-One’s “NewsOne Now,” in an exclusive interview on Friday. During the hour  lively conversation, Carson identified himself not as Republican or Democrat but a registered Independent

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Black Stuntwomen Pioneers to be Inducted into Smithsonian African American Museum in 2015

(Culver City, CA) During the month of December, Diamond in the RAW Founder La Faye Baker, and Co-Founder Jadie David,  two extraordinary African American Stuntwomen, were recognized by the African American Film Market and S.E. Manly Short Film showcase for their accomplishments as pioneers and Sheroes of the “Black Stuntmen’s Association.” Jadie David, the pioneer

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