African American News
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Deja Vu Hosts Celebrity DJ Jon Quick's "7th Annual Beauty and the Beat: Heroines of Excellence Awards" Fundraiser in NYC
WBLS 107.5's own DJ Jon Quick presents his 7th annual National Women's month fundraising event, "Beauty and the Beat: Heroines of Excellence Awards" at Suite 36 on Tuesday, March 26, 2016 from 6-11pm. Tickets available at www.jonquick.wix.com/heroinesofexcellence. All proceeds go to the Hip Hop Loves Foundation and The Urban Resource Institute. - March 16, 2016 - DJ Jon Quick
Entertainment Personality Cas Spencer Begs the Question: Where’s the "Christian Bachelorette?" and Volunteers for Season One
Church girls need love too. A sweet, attractive Christian bachelorette is what's missing from the TV dating game. Attractive and Christian, is that an oxymoron? Well not exactly. Christians are attractive too. And just to make things fun and interesting, entertainment personality Cas Spencer is campaigning to be Christian Bachelorette - season one. - March 14, 2016 - Casimir Spencer
Jennifer Daniel of Princess Chambers Prom Program for Low-Income Teens Talks at Brooklyn Community Services’ Brooklyn High School for Leadership and Community Service
Jennifer Daniel’s presentation on self-empowerment through proms inspired students at the Leadership Speakers Bureau program at BCS Brooklyn High School for Leadership and Community Service. It is a transfer high school for over-age, under-credited youth ages 16-21. Since she founded Princess Chambers in 2009, over 750 low-income teen girls have received prom gowns, outfits and self-esteem mentoring. - March 10, 2016 - Brooklyn Community Services
March 10, 2016 Proclaimed as Charles Belk Day in Durham, North Carolina
William V. “Bill” Bell, Mayor of the City of Durham, North Carolina, has proclaimed Thursday, March 10, 2016 as “Charles Belk and Justified AutoErasure Day” in Durham and encourage all citizens to recognize and appreciate the protection of the good name of innocent people. - March 10, 2016 - Fitting The Description
“The Secrets of Love and Death,” Becomes a Finalist for Foreword Reviews’ 2015 INDIEFAB Book of the Year Awards
Young Adult romance novel with a dark twist becomes a finalist in Foreword Reviews' Book of the Year Awards. - March 09, 2016 - White Whisker Books
A Century’s Missionary Report Card from an African Viewpoint
The book, “Precious Mt. Silinda United Church of Christ (UCC) Mission,” by Mrs. Kate E. Sukuta is an informative book about Western Christian missionary work in Zimbabwe, Africa. The author found herself in a unique position of witnessing over a century of Christian work through her... - March 05, 2016 - Sukuta Technologies, LLC
Author Alexis Nicole White Uncovers the Effects of Emotional Abuse Among Millennials in New Book, "The Covered"
Emotional Abuse is alive and well. Contrary to popular belief, emotional abuse is not just something that happens from parent to child, or occurs in teenage love affairs. Adult women face emotional distress in their friendships as well, daily, says Alexis Nicole White. - March 04, 2016 - Alexis Nicole White Media
Author and Inspirational Speaker Alexis Nicole White Releases Memoir, "The Covered"
Emotional Abuse is alive and well. Contrary to popular belief, emotional abuse is not just something that happens from parent to child, or occur in teenage love affairs. Adult women face emotional distress in their friendships, daily, says Alexis Nicole White. - February 29, 2016 - Alexis Nicole White Media
RastafariUnion Golden Jubilee Celebration - Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia Visit to Jamaica
RastafariUnion is hosting a seven-day celebration and informational symposium highlighting one of the most significant events in Jamaican history, an event that was the catalyst for the global spread of Reggae Music, Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia's visit to the island. The celebrations will highlight food, fashion and cultural entertainment from around the world centered on the Jamaican culture that inspired it, Rastafarians and their Roots Reggae Music. - February 20, 2016 - RastafariUnion
2016 Wesley Ridge Black History Month Luncheon
Wesley Ridge Retirement Community will host a Black History Month Luncheon this Thursday, February 19th, 2016 from 10:30a to 1:30p. The luncheon will celebrate trailblazers in the Central Ohio community, including a program on the Isabelle Ridgeway Nursing Center, founded in 1916. - February 18, 2016 - Methodist ElderCare Services
Ndau Afro-Jazz Fusion I: Trailblazing Musical Project
The 2-Syds, Sydaira Rose and Sydney Ten'ani, feel privileged and honored to present a jazz rendition of their Ndau African cultural classic and Sukuta family "home-grown" heritage tunes. Some of the tunes were passed down at least four generations and their meanings and contexts are... - February 17, 2016 - Sukuta Technologies, LLC
Finding Your Way to Heaven Without a Smartphone
A fun book that used everyday language to explore the divine purpose that underlie human existence. - February 02, 2016 - Finding Your way to Heaven without smartphone
Transportation Grants for "Every Kid in a Park," Top Priority for National Parks Foundation Board Member
Ohio Businessman Stephen Hightower to Raise $10 Million for Making National Parks Accessible to Over One-Million African-American Youth, an Extension of “Every Kid In A Park” - January 25, 2016 - Stephen L. Hightower
Supreme Court to Rule on DAPA/DACA Legality
On January 19, 2016, the Supreme Court of the Unites States granted certiorari in Texas v. United States, No. 15-764___ U.S.___ (2016) inviting both sides to present arguments on the legality of President Obama’s executive action which purported to provide temporary shield from deportation and work authorization to thousands of undocumented residents of the U.S. - January 25, 2016 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
ThinkNow Research Expands Demographic Focus
ThinkNow Research, a culturally-integrated market research agency, today announced its shift from a U.S. Hispanic focus to include African-American and Asian demographics. “With the success of our Millennial Project Research initiative over the past year and a half which was inclusive of... - January 20, 2016 - ThinkNow Research
New Book on Ruby McCollum Murder Case Released by Gadfly Publishing
“Ruby McCollum (August 31, 1909 – May 23, 1992) was a wealthy African-American housewife known for killing a prominent Caucasian doctor and Florida Senator elect in 1952 who she maintained had abused her and forced her to have sex and bear his child.” – Wikipedia.org - January 04, 2016 - Gadfly Publishing, LLC
Criminon Tennessee Creating a Safe Community
Criminon Tennessee has been graduating students in its program since 2014 with great success. - December 25, 2015 - Criminon Tennessee
Arizona Flower Market Gives Away Roses in Exchange for Toys and Food Donations to Benefit The Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Phoenix, Arizona
Arizona Flower Market is supporting The Society of St. Vincent de Paul by offering a free dozen white roses to any customers between now and close of business on Christmas Eve, simply by bringing a donation of food or a toy. - December 23, 2015 - Arizona Flower Market
Great Independent Album - Inspire 2 (Redemption of the Ghettos Worldwide)
INSPIRE 2 is the follow-up to INSPIRE that was released in 2009. This album focuses on motivating and inspiring the youth about their future. There are also hidden messages within the songs that will have individuals thinking about many aspects of life. Redemption of the Ghettos Worldwide is simply planting a seed of positive views to the youth about life. Mezonic took three years to complete this project and listeners will appreciate every single song. - December 17, 2015 - Mezonic Records
Miss Tourism Swaziland Warmly Welcomed in Malaysia by Muhammad Qadeer, the Special Envoy of HRH Princess Sikhanyiso
Miss Tourism Swaziland arrived in Malaysia. Muhammad Qadeer, Director of My Start Biz, Malaysia and the Special Envoy of HRH Princess Sikhanyiso Dlamini, Kingdom of Swaziland and First Secretary of Swaziland High Commission, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia received the beauty pageant at KLIA. - December 14, 2015 - MyStartBiz Sdn Bhd
White House and National Parks Foundation Targeting African-American Youth with "Every Kid in a Park" Initiative
Ohio Businessman and National Parks Foundation Member Has Partnered with President Obama to Encourage Over One-Million African-American Youth to Experience Our National Parks Across the United States,” An Extension of “Every Kid In A Park” - December 10, 2015 - Stephen L. Hightower
President of Exquisite Conglomerate Communications LLC is Appointed Director of BWN International’s Charlotte, NC Chapter
As Director of the Charlotte, NC Chapter of BWN International Leathia Hart will be working closely with BWN International’s Founder and CEO Kisha Jones-Pate to utilize marketing and promotions resources that will be made available through Exquisite Conglomerate Communications LLC. - December 04, 2015 - Exquisite Conglomerate Communications LLC
All Lives Matter Joins NFL Fans on the Side Lines with Law Enforcement
All Lives Matter on the NFL side lines in Houston Texas along with fans, supporters and Law Enforcement. . - November 25, 2015 - All Lives Matter
Myavana Releases Hair Journey Subscription Service, Enhances Hair Care & Technology Offerings
Your hair is as unique as your fingerprint. Myavana, the first personalized hair care recommendation system for every woman, announces the new release of its brand, introducing a membership subscription and partnership services. The new design and offering signifies its growth and focus on adding a... - November 14, 2015 - Techturized Inc
OjaExpress, LLC Announces Availability of The OjaExpress App
There are millions African and Caribbean immigrants and children of immigrants in the United States. This immigrant population typically shops for unique grocery items. These items are not readily available at big box grocery stores. Therefore, this population is forced to make an additional trips in order to fulfill their grocery needs. OjaExpress seeks to alleviate this issue by allowing users to have their cultural foods delivered directly to their home the same day. - November 10, 2015 - OjaExpress, LLC
All Lives Matter National Founder John Mohnickey Attends Funeral for Slain New York City Police Officer
All Lives Matter national founder attends funeral in New York City in Support for "Through the Eyes of Law Enforcement what You See is...All Lives Matter" a National Unifying Tag Line. - October 30, 2015 - All Lives Matter
Princess Nadia is Back: Talented Books Launches Its 2nd Princess Nadia Adventure
Princess Nadia continues her adventure on the high seas by searching for the treasure of Captain James Joker Jib. One surprise leads to another as Princess Nadia and her team learns the real truth of the missing treasure. - October 28, 2015 - Talented Books
"Natural, Relaxed & Beyond...Our Hair…Our Stories Hair Show”
Eta Nu Sigma is offering to the public a multicultural educational show that will highlight some of the newest and most advanced approach to the professional market in salon retailing, education, and distribution. Eta Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter believes that professionalism and education are essential to the continued success and growth of the industry. - October 27, 2015 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated
Local Golfers Compete to Help Equip Young Men for Life’s Starting Lineup
Charity Golf Tournament Marks First Major Fundraising Initiative to Fund Leadership and Mentoring Programs for The 13th Man. - October 16, 2015 - The 13th Man
Educate the Children Foundation, Inc. Announces New Executive Vice Chairman & Executive Board Member
ETC Foundation has selected The Republic of Ghana as its headquarters for the Continent of Africa. - October 15, 2015 - Educate the Children Foundation Inc.
Experience the Emerald Effect! An Enchanting Evening Hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Foundation of Detroit at the Newly Renovated Shed 5 in the Eastern Market on November 6
An Inaugural Fundraiser for Community Service Programs that Support Children, Youth, Adults and Senior Citizens in Detroit and Its Surrounding Communities - October 15, 2015 - Alpha Kappa Alpha Foundation of Detroit
International Performer Flo Rida Signs Multi-Year Partnership with Empire Rockefeller Vodka
International performer and recording artist, Flo Rida, and New York-based Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group, today announced a multi-year partnership for the brand to use Flo Rida’s name and likeness in promotional and marketing materials for the company’s Empire Rockefeller Vodka alcoholic beverage. Flo Rida will become Empire Rockefeller Vodka’s global brand ambassador. He will promote Empire Rockefeller Vodka on social media, through personal appearances and inclusion in music videos. - October 06, 2015 - Vintage Rockefeller Wine & Spirits Group
Icons South New R&B Sensation Reality Jones Single "Not Yet"
There is new life happening in the R&B world today and its all thanks to none other than the R&B/Hip-Hop Songbird, Reality Jones. R. Latrell Knight has been singing since he learned what a note was. His career passion for singing was discovered when he joined his high school choir at Ed... - October 02, 2015 - Icons South Entertainment
New Element Consultants, "True Light of the World," Has Access to Privileged Information That Can Benefit Billions of People
New Element Consultants, Inc., a non-profit based in Jackson, Ms, is announcing its new web-site which promotes a Biblical potion that aims to effectively combat severe mental psychosis. 47 year old CEO and mental patient, Andre’ Johnson, is announcing to the world how he implemented the... - October 01, 2015 - New Element Consultants, Inc.
Direct Dating Academy Moves on Without Alan Roger Currie
The Direct Dating Summit and Direct Dating Online Academy will be moving forward without Dating Coach and Book Author Alan Roger Currie. Currie recently decided to part ways with Direct Dating Summit Creator Alex Lasarev a.k.a. "Sasha Daygame," and he will not be a featured speaker in Belgrade, Serbia the weekend of September 19-20 and Currie will also not be an active contributor to the upcoming Direct Dating Academy Online Subscription Service for single men. - September 16, 2015 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Star Trek Alums "Boldly Go" Into New Medical Comedy
Crew Aims to Launch Independent Network Pilot, "Internity" - September 16, 2015 - Internity, LLC
C'est La Vie Quartet Named Sweet Adelines International’s 2015 Rising Star Quartet Champion
C’est La Vie Quartet took home the title of Sweet Adelines International’s 2015 Rising Star Quartet Champion on Aug. 8, 2015, in Phoenix, Ariz. Sounderella Quartet placed second, Sing-A-Ma-Jigs Quartet placed third, Zenith Quartet placed fourth, and Resonance Quartet placed fifth. Out... - September 14, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
The American Dream Achieved by Self-Made Ohio Industrialist Through Hard Work and Determination
Stephen L. Hightower Has Created One of the United States Most Prosperous African-American Owned Businesses. - August 19, 2015 - Stephen L. Hightower
Mobile Development Agency Announces the Launch of Brown Skin Games
Alazim Agency Inc., an Atlanta-based mobile development agency, announced today the creation of Brown Skin Games, a new division dedicated to developing and distributing disruptive mobile apps targeting African-American and Hispanic mobile consumers. - August 05, 2015 - Alazim Agency Inc
Professor Marks 1st Anniversary of Michael Brown’s Death with Release of New Book
Willingboro Native Writes Book on the Ferguson Uprising and the Courage it Produced - August 02, 2015 - Leah Gunning Francis
Freedom University Keta Reaches Key Milestone
Ghana Institution Announces Launch of New International Slave Studies Program - July 28, 2015 - Freedom University Keta
Kade Henderson |Miss Black New York 2015 Press Tour
FETE|PR client, Kade Henderson will be on a rapid Press/Media Tour effective Wednesday July 15, 2015. Kade Henderson was crowned Miss Black New York on January 28th, 2015 in New York City. Kade’s acceptance of the highly-prized crown is just the beginning of a journey that will take her to... - July 17, 2015 - FETE|PR
August 13, 2015 Marks 95 Years of Red, Black and Green
The colors Red, Black and Green are approaching 100 years since being designated the symbol of all people of African ancestry. The Mhotep Corporation encourages celebration of the 95th year of RBG. (#RBG95) - July 07, 2015 - The Mhotep Corporation
Fran Briggs Releases The Best of Spring Reading 2015, Part 1
From poolside to bedside, a sunny hill or treadmill, Americans are reading. - June 23, 2015 - eMediaCampaigns!
Transgender Policies May Apply to Transracials Like Dolezal, Says Prof. John Banzhaf
The Former Bruce Jenner, and Many Other Transgender People, Are Free to Choose and/or Switch Gender, So Why Not do the Same with Race Also, Asks Prof. Banzhaf - June 20, 2015 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf
Sugar Daddy-Sugar Baby Lifestyle Expert Taylor B. Jones Teams Up with Dating and Sex Coach Alan Roger Currie
Can women be taught how to become a better "Sugar Baby?" Two African-American Dating and Lifestyle Coaches offer mentoring and training for women interested in becoming a highly sought-after Sugar Baby who will be able to attract the attention, companionship, and financial generosity of older men commonly referred to as "Sugar Daddies." - June 16, 2015 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
UH Study Finds News Media May Influence Racial Bias
Tool to Measure Unconscious Attitudes Finds Negative Associations in Two Cultural Contexts - May 31, 2015 - University of Houston
Empowering Haitian Women and Children
Help empower Haitian women and children. They still live in the earthquake rubble of 2010. - May 31, 2015 - Caiman Haiti Foundation
Photo Exhibit “Natural Beauty” by Huggy Bean Doll Creator and Health Expert Yvonne Rubie from June 19-29 at Harlem Besame Restaurant in NYC
“Natural Beauty” exhibit showcases tranquil photos from Jamaica and Kenya by photographer and healthcare expert Yvonne Rubie, MPH. She participated in President Obama’s historic 2009 White House Forum on Health Reform. Also created award-winning African American doll Huggy Bean and African culture book series. - May 24, 2015 - Live Healthy Me
Attorney Michael J. Redenburg Files False Arrest Complaint Against The City of New York
Attorney Michael J. Redenburg has been retained to represent an individual against the City of New York in a federal lawsuit for wrongful arrest. In Eastern District of New York Case Number 15-cv-2155, the complaint demands a trial by jury and includes causes of action for false arrest, unlawful... - May 20, 2015 - Michael J. Redenburg, Esq.