On Friday, February 22 in San Diego, dignitaries and community members gathered at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar at the Officers Club for the unveiling of the Tuskegee Airmen Highway sign. The designated sign is placed on a three-mile stretch of Interstate 15 near the base to honor the African American pilots and air […]
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According to a new World Vision study conducted online earlier this month by Harris Interactive on behalf of World Vision, more than half of teens (56%) say social media sites (Facebook, Twitter) have made them more aware of the needs of others. This is a huge increase from 2011, when just over 4 in
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According to an article posted on the Rodale.com, Scientists have discovered surprising new heart attack causes—including ones we may unknowingly and knowing may have exposed ourselves to every day. Hint: Antibacterial soap. Check out the entire article on Rodale.com.
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STORIES FROM THE ROAD TO FREEDOM, a new two-hour special narrated by Deon Cole, premiering on Saturday, February 16 at 8 p.m. on HISTORY®, gives a fresh perspective of the black movement in America, from Emancipation to the Civil Rights era. The special uses first-hand accounts, rare audio recordings, never-before-seen archival footage, and home movies
Los Angeles, CA (January 15, 2013) — United States Navy Vice Admiral Michelle Janine Howard will receive the NAACP Chairman’s Award during the 44th NAACP Image Awards, broadcast live on Friday, February 1st (8:00-10:00 PM EST) on NBC. The Chairman’s Award, chosen by NAACP Chairman Roslyn M. Brock, is bestowed in recognition of special achievement and
Los Angeles, CA (January 29, 2013) In celebration of Black History Month, Disney Junior will debut “We Are Doc McStuffins” interstitials featuring Doc McStuffins, a young African-American girl who aspires to be a doctor like her mom, alongside three real life female African-American physicians sharing what their jobs entail, and saluting their heroes.
January 26, Anaheim, CA-Twenty-two time Grammy winning recording artist Stevie Wonder, was in the house day three for the 2013 NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center. Performing in front of an excited crowd alongside the Mick Hayes Band and T-Cymbals, the musical legend’s impromptu performance explains why Wonder is truly beloved and, in a
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Tito and Jackie Jackson of the famous Jackson 5 and, brother’s of the late legendary icon Michael Jackson, attended media day at annual The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM). Tito a bass and electric guitar player is known for his love of blues music and, Jackie Jackson was known as the co-lead singer of
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Legendary producer, musician and TV personality awarded NAMM’s highest honor Carlsbad, CA (January 24, 2013) –The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) honors legendary music producer Randy Jackson with its highest honor, the “Music for Life” award. Jackson is recognized for his pervasive influence in the music world, and his longtime encouragement of budding
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Buttered biscuits, bacon, collard greens seasoned with ham hocks, fried pork chops, macaroni and cheese, deep-fried chicken, fried fish, barbecue chicken and ribs, candied yams coated with cinnamon and brown sugar; all taste so good makes you want to slap yo mama! Figuratively speaking that is! On January 14, premiering on PBS is the film
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