Jay-Z Shells Out $1M For Nursery At Barclays Center
Childcare costs are a serious concern for most families in these economic times, but when we’re talking about pop-culture power couple Jay-Z and Beyoncé… well, that’s another matter. The two...
View ArticleDetails Emerge On New Delhi Gang Rape, Male Friend Speaks Out
New details on the deadly gang rape of the 23-year-old student in New Delhi have emerged. A male friend, who witnessed the incident has opened up, describing their treatment as horrific and callous....
View ArticleBest of 2013: Philadelphia
Best Chicken and Waffles Ms. Tootsie’s Philadelphia’s famous Ms. Tootsie’s keeps it upscale right in the midst of the happenings of South Street. The menu has everyone’s favorite soul food dishes,...
View ArticleNelson Mandela Has Recovered From Infection
Courtesty BBC News–Former South African President Nelson Mandela has recovered from a lung infection and surgery to remove gallstones, the government says. “President Mandela has made steady progress...
View ArticleBethenny Frankel Files For Divorce
After announcing their separation less than a month ago, Bethenny Frankel is divorcing her husband of 2-years, Jason Hoppy. According to New York court records obtained by TMZ, early this week,...
View ArticleFrom Fiscal Cliff to Sandy Relief, 5 Reasons Washington Wiles Out
By Charles D. Ellison Just blame the Republicans – yeah, of course, that’s the easy part. All the hyper-partisan haranguing and dysfunction in Washington all rests on the shoulders of cranky, Cialis...
View ArticleBest of 2013: New York
Best Chicken and Waffles Amy Ruth’s The Reverend Al Sharpton is famous in many quarters. But did you know that Rev. Al also has the distinction of having Amy Ruth’s world famous chicken and waffles...
View ArticleKnicks Shooting Guard J.R. Smith Covers Bleu Magazine [PHOTOS]
I would have literally squealed when I learned New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith graces the cover of Bleu magazine’s winter issue, but I’m sitting at home working, while my apartment is full of...
View Article‘Deception’: Whodunit and Why?
Courtesy of The Root “Deception,” a new drama series on NBC that premieres Monday night, is a typical whodunit with an atypical main character. It stars Meagan Good (Think Like a Man, Eve’s Bayou) as...
View ArticleHate Crime Victim Had His Own Gun But Showed Restraint
Cameron Mohammad, 24, of Tampa could have fired back at Daniel Quinnell, a man who attacked Mohammad and his girlfriend in a Lutz, Fla. Walmart early in the morning on Jan. 5, but he showed restraint....
View ArticleHappy Bday Blue Ivy: IV Of The Baddest Baby In The Game’s Best Fashion Tips
Courtesy of Hello Beautiful Happy Birthday Blue Ivy Carter! Roll out the red … or the Blue carpet, put on your best black … or Blue Tie attire and get ready for a birthday celebration unlike any other....
View ArticleCelebrity Closet Raid: Angela Simmons
Courtesy of Sister 2 Sister Angela Simmons welcomed S2S Publisher Jamie Foster Brown into her closet to give fashionistas everywhere a look at her fabulous rags. Of course Angela loves to dress in...
View ArticleLOTD: Boycott Of ‘Django’ Action Figures + Michelle Williams Joins Fela! Tour
In today’s link round-up: Meagan Good and Laz Alonso’s Deception press, Deion Sanders’ legal team calls it quits and much more! EURweb Boycott Of ‘Django Unchained’ Action Figures Announced From the...
View ArticleMeet the Woman Behind the 52 Week Savings Challenge
Courtesy of Black Enterprise When a 47-year-old, 911 dispatcher went to sleep on Dec. 31, 2012, she was like many of us: a hard-working woman struggling to understand why after 23 years on the job she...
View ArticleViola Davis On Her Dream Role: “I Want To Be Sexy”
Courtesy of Hello Beautiful Viola Davis is definitely not letting any Hollywood moss grow under her stylish feet. Many of her fans first discovered her in Doubt with Meryl Streep then supported her in...
View ArticleLOTD: Beyonce’s Steamy GQ Cover + Oprah Nabs Lance Armstrong Interview
In today’s link round-up: Fox axes In Living Color reboot, Kevin Garnett’s alleged fighting words to Carmelo Anthony and much more! Vibe Vixen Beyonce to Cover GQ Magazine’s February 2013 Issue? It’s a...
View ArticleBest of 2013: Washington, D.C.
Best Brunch Brasserie Beck What’s not to love about brunch? From morning libations to inventive omelet combinations, it’s the meal of (slightly hungover) champions. And it doesn’t get better than the...
View ArticleMusic Tidbits: Rihanna’s Grammy Gig, 2013 BET Honors Performers Revealed & More
Check out the latest happenings around the music world… Rihanna has been confirmed as one of the first selected artists to hit the stage at this year’s Grammy Awards. She will be joined by Taylor...
View ArticleRob Parker Out At ESPN
Courtesy of EBONY.com ESPN will not renew its contract with commentator Rob Parker, who was suspended last month following remarks he made on “First Take” in which he questioned Redskins quarterback...
View ArticleMore Than 50 Injured In New York City Ferry Crash
Authorities say more than 50 people were injured when a ferry crashed into a New York City dock Wednesday morning. One person is being listed as in critical condition and is being treated at a nearby...
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