African American News

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SJS Comic Promotions & Three J Productions Set the Stage for a New Mini-Series

Since 2002, writers, artists and fans have converged on Philadelphia each May to acknowledge Black creators and comics featuring Black characters, particularly superheroes. To celebrate the release of The Enforcers Zero Issue - The Director's Cut, which debuts at The East Coast Black Age of Comics... - May 11, 2010 - SJS Comic Promotions

Arizona Rapper from MTV Creates a Controversial Immigration Anthem Via The Traveling Poet Project

A white artist who was born in the Middle East makes a song about the Hispanic community. - May 05, 2010 - Traveling Poet Project

A Straight Forward New Guide for Women Who Are Fed Up with Seeking Love and Relationships

"Women Get The Material Things You Really Want From Men!" now available ISBN 978-1-4401-6688-4 - April 29, 2010 - Women! Get The Material Things You Really Want From Men

HomeownersInsurance.org's Danger Zones - Worldwide Deaths from Natural Disasters (Infographic)

HomeownersInsurance.org has released an infographic displaying the past 30 years of worldwide deaths from natural disasters, sorted by continent. - April 22, 2010 - Homeowners Insurance

Women’s eNews Presents 2010 Black Maternal Health Media Conference

You have read the headlines. Now hear the leading expert on the groundbreaking research into the causes of the high maternal and infant mortality rates in the U.S. Women's eNews Black Maternal Health Project, Wednesday April 28th, is now inviting select members of the media to a briefing on the crucial steps needed to be taken to save the lives of our mother and infants. - April 16, 2010 - Women's eNews

Jack and Jill of San Francisco Hosts Beautillion 2010 Using Social Media in a Whole New Way

The San Francisco Chapter of Jack and Jill will host their 12th Bienniel Beautillion celebration and fundraiser at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square. This year the Beaux are using social media tools in a whole new way to promote the celebration and build awareness. - March 26, 2010 - Jack and Jill San Francisco

Adelphi University to Host “Images of Africa in the Age of Obama” on March 24, 2010

Adelphi University is pleased to present the symposium, “Images of Africa in the Age of Obama,” which seeks to raise awareness about the African continent and its many peoples while providing a context for understanding representations delivered through media. - March 06, 2010 - Adelphi University

America’s Five Historically Black Fraternities Partner to Help Members Find Jobs

America’s five historically Black fraternities consisting of Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, Phi Beta Sigma, and Iota Phi Theta along with Personnel Strategies Inc. (PSI) announced today a partnership to jointly produce a diversity job board. The job board entitled... - February 28, 2010 - PSI, Inc.

Soul Centered Health is Changing History with Hypnosis

African Americans fall victim more often to preventable diseases in the United States. One Hypnotherapist is seeking to educate and help using Complementary Alternative Therapies. Hypnosis is very effective in behavior modification and can assist clients in quitting smoking, reducing stress, and managing weight. Eleanor Fineran hopes to educate and assist the public using Hypnosis and feels that as more people learn, they will take advantage of a powerful tool for personal transformation. - February 27, 2010 - Soul Centered Health

The Providence Effect Documentary Announces Television Premier

The television premier of the award-winning documentary, The Providence Effect, will air on local TVOne stations on Sunday, February 28, 2010 at 12PM, EST. It will air at the end of Black History month to recognize the continued struggle of ethnic minorities and poverty-ridden neighborhoods need to overcome their limitations and build their schools from within. - February 16, 2010 - The Providence Movie

Flexfit Headwear Donates $30,000 to Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts Through Caritas.org

Flexfit, one of the most recognized names in headwear, has made a corporate donation of $30,000 to assist in providing emergency relief to areas in and around Port-au-Prince, Haiti including the town of Leogane. Leogane was one of the areas hit hardest by the 7.0 earthquake which struck Haiti on... - February 01, 2010 - Flexfit

The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York Raises $60,000 for Haiti Relief

The Rev. Dr. Floyd H. Flake, Pastor, The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York and the church’s 23,000 member congregation contribute $60,000 towards Haiti Relief. On January 12th a catastrophic 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti; which affected millions. According to Rev. Flake,... - January 30, 2010 - The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York

Black Global Development Corps Creates a New Alternative to Micro Loans

After a natural disaster capital is needed to rebuild. Many people are homeless, unemployed and without capital. In a developing country, a disaster is even more devastating. The livelihood of many is gone. While many organizations are eager to offer loans and micro loans, those must be repaid and... - January 24, 2010 - Black Global Development Corps

Black Global Development Corps Helps Blacks to Participate During and After Disasters

Says Rosanita Ratcliff of the Black Global Development Corps, "Many African-Americans are overlooked during times of natural disasters. This was especially apparent during the Haiti earthquake disaster. News outlets showed White organizations and their members helping with victims, rescuing them from buildings, feeding them. But, where were the images of Blacks? It is a hot topic of discussion in the Black community. Black Global Development Corps is trying to solve that problem." - January 24, 2010 - Black Global Development Corps

Extend Haitian Diaspora Marketplace Petition

The Black Global Development Corps has launched a petition to USAID to extend the Haitian Diaspora Marketplace until 2013. - January 24, 2010 - Black Global Development Corps

Producer Marque "Keybeeetsss" Walker Chooses Lauten’s Oceanus and Receives Two Grammy Nominations

Producer and engineer Marque “Keybeeetsss” Walker took Lauten Audio’s flagship studio vocal microphone the Oceanus to new heights, receiving two 52nd Grammy nominations for his work in the Gospel genres. Sheri Jones-Moffetts “Renewed” and Vickie Winans “How I Got Over,” both produced by Walker, received Grammy nominations for Best Contemporary R&B Gospel album and Best Traditional Gospel album respectively. - January 08, 2010 - Lauten Audio

NYAFRICA.com – New York City Portal for the African Community Living in New York is Launched

NYAfrica.com is an online community portal and website whose ambition is to connect every African and/or African culture lover living in New York City or anywhere else in the United States of America. The portal will serve the ever-growing African community, and the general public interested in... - December 30, 2009 - NY Africa

On December 12th, 2009: National Society of Black Engineers Charlotte Alumni Extension Chapter (NSBE-CAEC) & Habitat for Humanity Volunteers Event

National Society of Black Engineers Charlotte Alumni Extension Chapter (NSBE-CAEC) & Habitat for Humanity Volunteers Event on December 12th, 2009 @ 8am – 4pm. - December 05, 2009 - National Society of Black Engineers - Charlotte Alumni Extension (NSBE-CAE)

On December 5th, 2009: National Society of Black Engineers Charlotte Alumni Extension Chapter (NSBE-CAEC); Boys & Girls Scouts Engineering is Fun Event

Volunteers will conduct four hands-on sessions around various fields of engineering including mechanical, civil/structural, electrical, & chemical engineering with the boys & girls scout troops (grades 4-7). - December 05, 2009 - National Society of Black Engineers - Charlotte Alumni Extension (NSBE-CAE)

Insights with Host Hugh Downs Speaks with Donald Graham

Donald Graham was interviewed as part of a program for honoring DC CAP and will appear as Part of the Public Television Series. - December 03, 2009 - InsightsSeries

Dennis McKinley Directs Travis Porter Video with Cameos from Dem Franchise Boyz, Lil Chuckee, Dj Teknikz, and Spinz Hoodrich

Music video director, Dennis McKinley, makes his Atlanta debut with "Go Shorty Go," a steamy video featuring upbeat club scenes and exotic dancers. - December 02, 2009 - McKinley Presents

Publish America Announces the Release of the Southern Gothic Novel "One Tin Soldier" by Phil Knight

This story is about a time in America that many of the generation that lived through it would as soon forget. It is unfortunate that if we as a society are not aware of our past, we are doomed to repeat that past over and over again. Many of the political and social views portrayed by the characters are based on the views of real people that lived in that era, not just in Alabama. The story just happens to be in a mythical county in Alabama. The story could have been anywhere in America. - November 30, 2009 - Phil Knight

Fun Shakers LLC Want to Shake Up Your Dinner Parties with Obama and Biden Salt and Pepper Shakers, Available Now

Obama and Biden have taken over the nation and now they are taking over your dinner table! Fun Shakers is now releasing its new product of salt and pepper shakers for the Christmas Season. Whether you party on the right, left or somewhere in between, this set will bring your party together! Coming soon the first lady collection with Michelle and Hillary. Sales exceeding expectations, only available at www.funshakers.com. Start collecting today. - November 25, 2009 - Funfriends

Outsourced Paralegal Services LLC Adds Spanish Bilingual Staff to Service Bankruptcy Attorneys with Hispanic Clientele

Outsourced Paralegal Services LLC, a freelance paralegal company specializing in consumer chapter 7 & 13 bankruptcy, now provides services to attorneys and law firms with Hispanic/Spanish-speaking clientele. - November 24, 2009 - Outsourced Paralegal Services

A Call for National Unity Among African Americans Author of "the Black-Print" Makes an Appeal to African Americans

The lack of unity among African Americans is the major reason for the many ills that afflict our people and our communities. The disheartening truth is that many African Americans do not see themselves as one race of people. According to a survey by the Pew Research Center in 2007 titled “Optimism about Black Progress Declines – Blacks See Growing Values Gap Between Poor and Middle Class”... - November 23, 2009 - Going Beyond The Dream

New Internet Radio Show Hour of Interest Debuts New Website Plus Novembers' Guest List

The Hour of Interest debuts its' attractive new website to house the shows podcasts and video interviews. Yuri Brown, actress, and host and producer of The Hour of Interest has created a hot new site where audio casts of compelling life and times interviews can be heard at a click of a button. In addition the dynamic layout also brings with it the opportunity for marketers to introduce their products to The Hours' strong listening audience with a creative list of advertising products. - November 17, 2009 - The Hour of Interest

IN THE VIRTUAL CITY INC Now Has an Office in Los Angeles, CA

Business Intelligence for the future just got even better. - November 15, 2009 - IN THE VIRTUAL CITY INC dba 2 HOT 4 AIRWAVES

The Latino Breakfast Club and Chicago Hope Academy Bridge the Gap

As part of the Chicago area participation in Global Entrepreneurship Week, The Latino Breakfast Club (LBC) and Chicago Hope Academy (Hope) present “Bridging the Gap.” On November 18th, 2009 at 3pm, the Senior Class of Hope and members of business communities around Chicago will come... - November 14, 2009 - Latino Breakfast Club

Invitation to Cover: NAIS People of Color and Student Diversity Leadership Conferences

Credentialed journalists are invited to cover the NAIS People of Color and Student Diversity Leadership Conferences, December 3-5, 2009, in Denver, CO. - November 11, 2009 - National Association of Independent Schools

African-Canadian Artist Opal Dunbar Adams Brings a New Face to Contemporary Portraiture

Spence Gallery artist Opal Dunbar Adams has been gaining popularity among lovers of portraiture. She paints compelling portraits that arrest the viewer - the faces of her subjects tell stories of lives that are complex and multi-layered. She has won the following of a discerning American audience by bringing a new face to the art scene. - October 30, 2009 - Spence Gallery

New Voice Offers Radical Solutions to the Violence in the Black Community

"African American mothers and fathers are shedding rivers of tears because they are losing their sons at an alarming rate. They deserve solutions and action, not rhetoric" says, Malik Green, author of The Black-Print and founder of Going Beyond The Dream, a non-profit organization whose goal is to unite and empower the descendants of African slaves. - October 22, 2009 - Going Beyond The Dream

Local Contractor is Offering Free Chimney Inspections to Those in Need

AAA-Superior Construction a CSIA certified Chimney Contractor is offering free chimney Inspections to those in need. If you reside in Newark Metro area of NJ and you have not had your annual Chimney Inspection, here is a opportunity to have it done at no charge. - October 18, 2009 - Superior Roof,Chimney,Gutters and Masonry

New Novel From Ghetto to Greatness Gives New Hope to Drug Addicted Teens No More Derrion Albert Situations

First time novelist Kevin “Coach” Brown has created a timeless story that gives a formula for inner-city teens to stay in school and away from crime, gangs and drugs. Although set in the 1970’s, the book, which is based on his real life experiences as a 13 year old drug addict, is still relevant to young readers in this millennium. It can help prevent deaths like that of Derrion Albert in Chicago. - October 16, 2009 - Brown Publishing & Seminars

Prestigious 200-Year-Old (+) Agency Features Bellwether Services, a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDOVB)

Bellwether Services, a leading Service Disabled Veteran Business (SDVOB), is a strategic management consulting firm advising global clients on complex issues of strategy, operations, technology, and organization. Bellwether specializes in Sustainability, Spend Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Green Supply Chain, Environmental and Quality Audit Solutions. Bellwether serves industries including Consumer Products, Private Equity, Beverage, Chemical, Food, Aerospace, Global Logistics Solution Providers. - October 06, 2009 - Bellwether Services

Aquage Introduces SeaExtend Silkening Oil Treatment

Aquage SeaExtend Silkening Oil Treatment easily transforms any hair texture for dramatically silky, smooth, frizz-free results. - October 01, 2009 - Aquage

Prairie View A&M /Grambling State Street Party in the West End

Prairie View A&M and Grambling State (PVAM/GSU) have a new home in Dallas for their big pre-game party. Prairie View A&M Dallas Alumni and the West End Association have joined forces to welcome both schools, their alumni and their families to the West End for one of their famous Street Parties. Free live music featuring: Inner City All-Stars and In the Mix Band, fantastic food and street performers make the West End party central for PVAM/GSU football fans. - September 29, 2009 - West End Association

When the Buddha Met Bubba Released Today

When the Buddha Met Bubba is an enlightened southern comedy about hope, transformation and second chances. Publishers Weekly said of the novel, "[It] establishes a solid sense of character and place, and funny anecdotes woven throughout add charm." - September 23, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars

Volora is a Huge Hit on BET J in the Hollywood Database

BET-J has a huge hit on their hands with VOLORA!, a new weekly variety/magazine show that aired on July 26 and will continue to air on Sunday evenings. The new music variety show is hosted and produced by Volora Howell, a singer and jazz journalist who lights up the screen as she interviews and entertains on a program that focuses on Soul, Smooth Jazz, Neo-Soul, Classic Soul and today's R&B. Guest on VOLORA! include Grammy winner John Legend, Donna Summer, Diana Ross. - September 22, 2009 - Volora Howell

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View life thru the eyes of America's First Black Serial Killer. - September 18, 2009 - PatientMan ProDuctions

Chicago Man is Flying Nonstop on JetBlue for 30 Days. Auctioning Himself as Human Billboard. Entire Proceeds to Benefit Children in Africa

To raise support and create awareness for a new elementary school in Zambia Africa, Greg Krause has committed to fly, virtually non-stop, via jetBlue airlines for 30 consecutive days. He is auctioning off the rights to advertise on himself during the course of this journey. The entire amount of the winning bid will be donated to a help new elementary school located in Zambia, Africa. - September 01, 2009 - Greg Krause

The Community Rallies to Save the African Heritage Cultural Center from Proposed Budget Cuts

Community Leaders will hold peaceful rally on August 29 @ 10 AM at The African Heritage Cultural Arts Center. - August 27, 2009 - African Heritage Cultural Arts Center

Novel Prophesied Current Racial Tensions

This PR announces the re-release of a novel published in 1992, which supposed the creation of separate states for whites and blacks in the U.S. - August 18, 2009 - kileyblackman

Transcending the Depths of Hell: Against All Odds - Author Emerges with a Heart-Felt Story

After ten long, grueling years, the much anticipated Life story of a young man up against major odds, comes to fruition. The process of not just writing, but living what has been an extremely tumultuous existence, has brought forth a solid individual. Perseverance, prayer and faith have contributed to the solidarity of this humble young man. - August 11, 2009 - DE-CLUTTER Your Life!

Barbara Rodgers, Georgia Mother, Mentor, Author, Follows President's Vision - Shares a Lesson to African American Youth, Parents, & Grandparent

Barbara Rodgers, Georgia Author, celebrated the release of her book, Are You Smarter Than A Slave- A Lesson for the Next Generation at the AME Leadership Congress. Rodgers shared a 1850’s African American History Lesson for Today’s Youth, Parents, & Grandparents. - August 11, 2009 - jbrodgers

Eastern University Moves City Programs to Falls Center

The New Falls Center Facility Will Accommodate Growing Philadelphia-Based Urban Studies, Cross Boundaries and Community Education Programs, as W well as the Academy Charter School. - August 04, 2009 - Eastern University

Dr. Marvin Sapp & Pastor Hezekiah Walker Headline Las Vegas Labor Day Weekend Super Soul Gospel Fest 2009 September 5

Tickets on-sale at Galleria Mall, The Orleans & all Station Casino box offices and online at HendersonLive.com - July 25, 2009 - KCEP-FM

New Book Shows How to Make Your Christian Life Recession-Proof

Wealth out of Ashes is a must read for anyone in trouble as it offers hope and reveals opportunities for us to emerge even stronger out of the current economic crises. It also contains practical instructions to restoring financial discipline and order in business and personal life for those ready for a new mind on "Wealth" matters. This book can make your Christian life Recession-proof. - July 21, 2009 - Bode Ososami