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The ‘Father of Black Professional Basketball’

DALLAS WEEKLY NEWS — Robert ‘Bob’ Douglas was born in the British West Indies on Nov. 4, 1882. According to Naismith Hall of Famer John Isaacs,...

Comedian and comic actor Kevin Hart tries to ditch his funny, smart-mouth persona to play a suave international thief in “Lift,” streaming on Netflix.

Black Press2 years ago

FILM REVIEW: Lift

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Comedian and comic actor Kevin Hart tries to ditch his funny, smart-mouth persona to play a suave international thief. Hart showed he can...

Black History2 years ago

FILM REVIEW: The Greatest Night in Pop – 2024 Sundance Film Festival

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Legendary artists. Legendary moment. Legendary song. For a certain generation, 1980s lovers and music fans, this is the show of shows. A pop...

Attorney Ben Crump (at podium) with Malcolm X’s daughter, Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz, and Khaleel Sultarn Sayyed at a press conference on February 21. Credit: Ariama C. Long photo

Black History2 years ago

Who Killed Malcolm X? Elderly Witnesses Allege Gov and Police Coverup

NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS — Malcolm X was assassinated on February 21, 1965, at age 39 while speaking at the Audubon Ballroom. He was shot a...

Black Press2 years ago

FILM: From Borderlands to Megalopolis: A Sneak Peek At 2024’s Biggest Films

CINCINNATI HERALD — The pressure is on for the 2024 box office to restore Hollywood to financial stability after the combined challenges of the pandemic and...

Micha Green, The Washington Informer, Celebration, pre-reception, delectable three-course dinner, powerful panels, JPMorgan Chase, five years, Advancing Black Pathways (ABP) initiative, Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), ABP’s many efforts, empowering Black communities, celebrate Black brilliance, resilience, excellence, Black History Month, Black museum, uplifting the rich history of Black people, struggle, resilience, triumph, Advancing Black Pathways’ fifth anniversary, sincere and firm commitment, triumphs, advancement, Black people, Alicia Wilson, JPMorgan Chase’s Regional Philanthropy for North America, diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), strengthen the economic foundation of Black communities, funding, educational programming, training, recruit and retain diverse talent, develop leaders, support Black-owned businesses, improve the financial health of Black communities globally, strength of our business, vitality of the communities we serve, traveled across the nation, JPMorgan’s Chase’s philanthropic and community efforts, listeners and learners, local residents, community advocates, policymakers, help solve local challenges, financially literate, healthy, wealthy, grow in business and entrepreneurship, support education opportunities, offer career and skills development, increase community relationships, constructive partnerships, drive DEI efforts worldwide, Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, various initiatives and commitments, created opportunities, promoted economic empowerment, broken down barrier, Black individuals and businesses, Byna Elliott, supported over 16000 Black-owned businesses, entrepreneurs, boot camps, coaching, creating more economic opportunities, African American communities, committed to advancing educational and career opportunities, Black students, supporting historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), initiative’s $30 million commitment to HBCUs, first financial institution, National Pan-Hellenic Council, all nine historically Black Greek letter organizations, “Divine Nine”, Endowments, sustainability, Dr. Glenda Glover, Tennessee State University, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., “HBCU Sustainability” panel, United Negro College Fund (UNCF), Dr. Michael Lomax, Delaware State University, Dr. Tony Allen, Kisha Porch, Jamie Dimon, Thelma Ferguson, Mellody Hobson, Tanya Barnes, video, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, celebratory remarks, historic museum, NMAAHC’s Sweet Home Café, Denise Jones, Howard University’s Gospel Choir, dynamic performance, Doug E. Fresh, incredible beat-boxing skills, swag-filled dance moves, classic rap lyrics, “The Show” (1986), jamming crowd, JPMorgan Chase leadership

Black History2 years ago

JPMorgan Chase Celebrates 5 Years of Advancing Black Pathways

THE WASHINGTON INFORMER — Advancing Black Pathways bolsters people with tools and opportunities to be: financially literate, healthy and wealthy; to grow in business and entrepreneurship;...

All three days of D.C. Fashion Week’s fashion and fun successfully proved that D.C. can and will continue to be as iconic as other fashion capitals around the world.

Art2 years ago

AFRO Inside Look: D.C. Fashion Week 2024

THE AFRO — “This is honestly such a positive moment for D.C. and it always brings a togetherness within the community. There are so many new...

Filmmaker and actor Tyler Perry (Photo: AMFM Studios, LLC / Wikimedida Commons)

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Movie Mogul Tyler Perry Stops Production on $800M Studio Expansion After Seeing Video AI Model

NNPA NEWSWIRE — With the rise of e-commerce and automated checkout systems, traditional retail roles may diminish. Cashiers: Similar to retail salespersons, automated checkout systems are...