Former NBA Star Dwayne Wade Celebrates Birthday in Jamaica

Former NBA Star Dwayne Wade Celebrates Birthday in Jamaica

By Staff Writer, Jamaicans Dwayne Wade, retired NBA star, and his wife Gabrielle Union are visiting Jamaica to celebrate Wade’s 39th birthday. Their vacation began with a private concert by popular Jamaican reggae and dancehall artist and deejay. The couple is also enjoying visits to iconic island sites like Dunn’s River Falls, horseback riding, and […]

Sean Connery, the first James Bond, dies at 90

Sean Connery, the first James Bond, dies at 90

 James Bond Star Sir Sean Connery Dies Aged 90 – Saturday, October 31st, 2020 (Shutterstock) By Ryan Grenoble, AOL  Sir Thomas Sean Connery, the iconic Scottish actor and Hollywood legend who made a name for himself as the first James Bond, has died, according to multiple outlets. He was 90. Before he was “Bond, James […]

Dolly Parton, Monica, Jordin Sparks, Rita Wilson and Sara Evans Unite for PINK, the song, to benefit the Susan G. Komen For the Cure

Five powerhouse performers team up to release new single "PINK" raising funds for Susan G. Komen's fight to end Breast Cancer. All-star Collaboration Features Dolly Parton, Monica, Jordin Sparks, Rita Wilson and Sara Evans.

Dolly Parton, Monica, Jordin Sparks, Rita Wilson and Sara Evans Unite for PINK, the song, to benefit the Susan G. Komen For the Cure

DALLAS – October 21, 2020 – Five musical superstars have joined forces in the fight against breast cancer, releasing a new song – “PINK”.  The new single features Dolly Parton, Monica, Jordin Sparks, Sara Evans and Rita Wilson – who herself is a breast cancer survivor.  This special collaboration benefits Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization.   The […]

CARIFESTA XV in Antigua and Barbuda postponed to 2022

CARIFESTA XV in Antigua and Barbuda postponed to 2022

By CARICOM CARIFESTA, the Region’s premiere cultural festival, which was scheduled to be held in Antigua and Barbuda in August next year, has been postponed to August 2022. The Hon. Daryll Matthew, Minister of Sports, Culture, National Festivals, and the Arts of Antigua and Barbuda, announced the decision on 8 October, at a virtual meeting […]

Black Stalin: Unplugged…A Birthday Tribute

Black Stalin: Unplugged…A Birthday Tribute

Photo Credit: Big Drum Nation By Winthrop R. Holder Few of our contemporary artistes and thinkers capture, reflect and challenge the sensibilities of our time like Black Stalin. While his calypsos have penetrated our spheres of existence, his spoken words, which are equally inventive and biting, have not been as celebrated. In paying tribute to […]

Negro Ensemble Company, Inc. Presents Virtual Ten-Minute Play Competition October 9

"This World Was Made for All Men--And Women" will offer four plays, three readings, and judging, all in 90 minutes. Audience will help pick the winner on Zoom.

Negro Ensemble Company, Inc. Presents Virtual Ten-Minute Play Competition October 9

WHERE AND WHEN Friday, October 9, 2020, at 8:00 PM Presented by The Negro Ensemble Company, Inc. Virtual Only Free, suggested donation $15 Reservations: https://zoom.us/93538469749/  Meeting ID: 935 3846 9749 Runs :90 including performances and judging Info:  www.necinc.org, 212 582-5860 Photos of playwrights in the competition: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ciwFPebMhNxuBHUj6 NEW YORK — On Friday, October 9 at 8:00 PM, The Negro Ensemble […]

Netflix Orders 10 Episodes of Animated ‘Good Times’ Series Co-Produced By Steph Curry

Netflix Orders 10 Episodes of Animated ‘Good Times’ Series Co-Produced By Steph Curry

By BlackNews Nationwide — Netflix has given a 10-episode, straight-to-series order to a new animated take on Norman Lear’s classic sitcom “Good Times.” Carl Jones, whose credits include animated series “The Boondocks” and “Black Dynamite,” as well as TBS’ Tracy Morgan star “The Last O.G.,” will create, showrun, and executive produce the project. The new […]

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