Ice-T and Cheerios have joined forces to get America moving
“When Cheerios called and said they wanted to work together, I said ‘why?’ said legendary rapper and actor Ice-T in The post Ice-T and Cheerios have joined forces to get America moving appeared first on TheGrio.
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February 18: Former President Barack Obama Became First Black President, 2008 - Los Angeles Sentinel
In 2008, former President Barack Obama became the first Black President of the United States.  The post February 18: Former President Barack Obama Became First Black President, 2008 appeared first on Los Angeles Sentinel.
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Kardashian Love: Pete Davidson Sends Khloé Kardashian A Bouquet Of Roses for Valentine’s Day, Kanye Sends Kim A Truckload
For Valentine's Day, Pete Davidson not only treated Kim Kardashian "to an intimate Valentine’s Day surprise that was filled with all of her 'favorite things,'” but he even sent Kim's sister, Khloé Kardashian, a bouquet of pink roses to commemorate the occasion. Meanwhile, Kanye West sent Kim
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Source: Cassius | born unapologetic | News, Style, Culture
Jack Harlow Says He Is In Love With Diddy's Girlfriend Yung Miami | Haiti Gazette
The content originally appeared on: Urban Islandz Jack Harlow seemingly shoots his shots at Diddy’s girlfriend Yung Miami. On Wednesday (February 16), the Kentucky rapper admitted that he loves the City Girls star while on Instagram, and fans believe that he was shooting his shot at the City Girls
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Source: Haiti News - Daily News from Haiti
Scotiabank denies duplicate deposit accounts
Scotiabank is denying a report that a Westmoreland man electronically transferred money to the wrong customer because there is a duplication of bank account numbers in its system. The man said he transferred more than $1.7 million from his National...
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Source: Jamaica Gleaner
South Africa Needs Extensive Legal Reforms to Make Dagga a Viable Crop, Say Activists
[Daily Maverick] Premier Oscar Mabuyane appoints an advisory panel to guide the development of the Eastern Cape's cannabis economy.
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Source: allAfrica.com
Majorie Harvey Celebrated Valentine’s Day In A 17K Bottega Veneta Cut Out Dress
The jaw-dropping number featured diagonal drawstring cutouts along the torso and waistline.
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Source: Black America Web
5 reasons to watch 'One Thousand Years of Slavery'
Currently airing on The Smithsonian Channel, the four-part docuseries One Thousand Years of Slavery is one of the biggest releases The post 5 reasons to watch 'One Thousand Years of Slavery' appeared first on TheGrio.
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Simone Biles Has 2 Blunt Words To Describe Mikaela Shiffrin’s Haters
The U.S. Olympic gymnast great told the star American skier how best to respond to the critics.
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Sections of Trench Town under curfew
A curfew has been imposed in sections of the Trench Town community in the Kingston Western Division. The curfew began at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday and will remain in effect until 6:00 p.m., Thursday, February 17. The boundaries of the curfew are: NORTH...
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Source: Jamaica Gleaner
Simone Biles announces engagement to Jonathan Owens
Simone Biles is officially off the market. The superstar gymnast announced that she's engaged to her boyfriend, Houston Texans safety The post Simone Biles announces engagement to Jonathan Owens appeared first on TheGrio.
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‘Love & Hip Hop’ Star Tricia Ana Face Sliced & Chain Stolen In Party Brawl
One of reality television's prettiest faces got into a very ugly situation. Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood talent Tricia Ana got into a fight that resulted in her face being cut and her jewelry missing. What should have been a celebratory time for the model turned personality during Super Bowl weekend
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Source: Black America Web
Clansman Gang Trial | Proceeding halted for case management hearing
The Clansman-One Don Gang trial came to an abrupt halt this morning. The proceeding was adjourned by the presiding judge Chief Justice Bryan Sykes who informed that he and the lawyers for the prosecution and the defence would need to have a case...
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Source: Jamaica Gleaner
On the ice, a question: Where are the Black figure skaters?
By Aaron Morrison, Associated Press Before her own Olympic career began, Canadian figure skater Vanessa James had seen Black Girl Magic on the ice. It was on display at the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics, when French skater Surya Bonaly leapt into the air, kicked into a backflip and landed on one
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Source: Voice and Viewpoint – Voice and Viewpoint Newspaper
GBN Daily Drop Podcast: Ann Lowe – Fashion Designer for Harlem, Hollywood and the White House (LISTEN)
by Lori Lakin Hutcherson (@lakinhutcherson) Today's GBN Daily Drop podcast is based on the Wednesday, February 16 entry in the 'A Year of Good Black News' Page-A-Day®️ Calendar…
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Ne-Yo Says If Women Want Male Musicians To Stop Calling Them Derogatory Names Then They Should ‘Stop Dancing To The Records’
During his latest stint on 'The Cruz Show,' Ne-Yo discussed his opinion that women should take some accountability for the rise in the popularization of sexist and derogatory music made about them by male artists.
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Source: MadameNoire
Indiana School Makes Black History Month Optional Following Critical Race Theory Debates
Backlash on the Internet ensued earlier today after a school counselor's letter from Sprunica Elementary in Indiana went viral for allowing parents to sign a waiver permitting their child from being taught lessons "related to equity, caring and understanding differences."
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Source: Black America Web
'RACE: Bubba Wallace' a Film About More than Gas and Speed - The Washington Informer
NASCAR hot shot Bubba Wallace, who’s been behind the wheel of fast cars since the age of 9, said being a Black man driving in a Southern-bred sport hasn’t been easy.  The post 'RACE: Bubba Wallace' a Film About More than Gas and Speed appeared first on The Washington Informer.
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Source: The Washington Informer
The continued relevance of radio in the digital age, By Geoffrey Njoku
Radio is not in decline in Nigeria, despite the growth and sometimes overbearing arrogance of new communication technologies. There are 33 million active social media users in Nigeria. This is about 16 per cent of the population. But, according to the Broadcasting Board of Governors Gallup
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Source: Premium Times - Nigeria leading newspaper for news, investigations
Ja among top countries noted for accountability in COVID fiscal response
Jamaica has scored among the top quarter of countries assessed in terms of overall levels of accountability in early COVID-19 fiscal policy responses.
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Source: Jamaica Gleaner
Tyrese Gibson's mother dies from COVID-19
After seeking prayers for her from his social media followers, Tyrese Gibson has shared that his mother, Priscilla Murray, succumbed The post Tyrese Gibson's mother dies from COVID-19  appeared first on TheGrio.
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5 Times Megan Thee Stallion Served Lewks On A Platter
Happy birthday to Megan Thee Stallion! In honor of her birthday, let's revisit five times she served lewks on a platter.
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Source: Black America Web
Family Sues Instagram After 13-Year-Old Black Girl Doxxed And Jailed Over Classmate’s False Accusations
The family of Nia Whims of Miramar, Fla., is suing Meta, the company that owns Instagram, Renaissance Charter School at Pines, and the Pembroke Pines Police Department after she was arrested and imprisoned for 11 days over an Instagram threat she never made.
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Source: NewsOne
Brandon Bills Suing DaBaby Over Bowling Alley Brawl
DaBaby claims he hit DaniLeigh's brother Brandon Bills in self-defense after he approached him at Corbin Bowl on Feb. 10.
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Source: MadameNoire
Tyrese Gibson’s Mother Passes Away Due To COVID-19
Actor Tyrese Gibson shared the sad news that he and his family are in mourning after the passing of his mother, Priscilla Murray on Monday due to COVID-19 and pneumonia.
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Source: The Urban Daily
The hate they give keeps on giving - Carolina Peacemaker
It is not news to Americans of color that we live in a social environment that is greatly hostile to our very existence. We do not need to go all the way back to 1619 to find numerous examples of hate-driven obstacles being put in our paths, and then that same hate fueling our demonization
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Source: http://www.peacemakeronline.com
Is Working Remotely a Good Fit for You?
Is Working Remotely a Good Fit for You? DeQuan Smith One of the hottest career trends is remote working. Imagine. No more wasted time commuting. Being able to get enough sleep. Working in sweatpants. Taking breaks as you need them. In some cases, setting your own hours. Sounds
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Source: Atlanta Tribune
Gas prices to go up by $3.06 per litre, diesel by $4.50
There will be another gas price increase this week. The state-owned oil refinery, Petrojam, says like it did last week, E-10 87 will increase by $3.06 to sell for $180.90 per litre. A litre of E-10 90 will also see a $3.06 hike to ...
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Source: Jamaica Gleaner
A Documentary About Notorious Tarot Card Reader Miss Cleo Is Coming Soon [Details Inside]
Notorious tarot card reader Miss Cleo is getting a documentary soon. The documentary will focus on how the popular 90's TV psychic became the focal point of a billion dollar fraud investigation. Read more details inside.
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Source: Black America Web
Top NYC Rappers Meet With New York Mayor Eric Adams To Discuss Violence In Drill Music
NYC Mayor Eric Adams called for the censorship of certain Drill artists following the murder of an 18-year-old rapper outside of a Brooklyn recording studio. That decision prompted a "meeting of the minds" between Adams and NYC rappers like Maino and Fivio Foreign to discuss the true issue at hand.
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Source: Black America Web

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