Novartis takes aim at Roche’s star MS drug
ZURICH (Reuters) – Swiss drugmaker Novartis on Friday stepped up its challenge to Roche’s multiple sclerosis franchise, highlighting study results…
Stressed about your kids starting school? 63 percent of moms feel the same
Whether the start of a new school year is right around the corner or already in full swing, the end…
Congolese girl, 9, dies of Ebola in Uganda- hospital official
KAMPALA (Reuters) – A nine-year-old girl has died of Ebola in the East African nation of Uganda, a hospital official…
Mumps outbreaks affected migrants at detention centers in 19 states: CDC
About 900 migrants held in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody have been exposed to mumps since last September, according…
Alice Marie Johnson, freed from prison, promotes Kim Kardashian shapewear line on Instagram
Alice Marie Johnson, who Kim Kardashian West helped get out of prison, has popped up on Instagram hawking the reality…
Kendall Jenner accused of cultural appropriation for wearing cornrows…again
Kendall Jenner has pissed people off by once again wearing her hair in a braided hairstyle. —Alice Marie Johnson, freed…
OPINION: Black mothers need to wield the enormous power of breastfeeding their babies
Women breastfeed their children outside New York City’s City Hall during a rally to support breastfeeding in public. (Photo by…
Simone Biles’ brother arrested for a triple murder at an Airbnb
The brother of Olympic gymnast standout Simone Biles has been arrested by police for a triple murder in Cleveland, Ohio.…
Stars react to death of Valerie Harper: ‘She was incredibly courageous’
Hollywood was left with a huge void after the death of acting icon Valerie Harper. Her family confirmed the news…
Judge Mathis calls valet’s claim he spit in his face ‘money-grab’ claim
Judge Mathis says he was not out of order and denies a parking valet’s ugly accusation claiming the venerable legal…
Sofia Vergara posts ‘tone deaf’ pic fleeing Hurricane Dorian in private jet
‘Modern Family’ star Sofia Vergara travels back to the ’90s with topless Instagram pic ‘Modern Family’ star Sofia Vergara threw…
‘I have too much going on’
R. Kelly is fighting back against statement of noncompliance in missed court appearance.(Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) Singer R.Kelly, who…
‘Will & Grace’ star Eric McCormack slammed after calling for blacklisting of Trump donors in Hollywood
“Will & Grace” star Eric McCormack drew comparisons to the late Sen. Joseph McCarthy on Friday after calling for the…
Simone Biles sends emotional tweet after brother charged in deaths
Tevin Biles-Thomas (Photo: Liberty County Sheriff’s Office) is the brother of Olympic phenom Simone Biles (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)…
Harry Connick Jr. and wife Jill Goodacre still madly in love after 25 years of marriage
Harry Connick Jr. and wife Jill Goodacre still only have eyes for each other. The couple, who have been married…
WATCH: Soca artist Kevin Lyttle debuts new single and talks about a reemerging influence in some of today’s hottest music
Multi-platinum soca artist, Kevin Lyttle, had everyone swaying their hips in 2004, with his hit single “Turn Me On.” Now,…
Halle Berry enjoys ‘some me time’ as she stuns in a sheer swimsuit
Halle Berry is enjoying the last few moments of summer. The 53-year-old Oscar winner posted a sultry new photo on…
Will Sasha Obama walk in mom’s Alpha Kappa Alpha footsteps?
In 2016, Game day with the family. Sasha and Malia enjoying the Cuban national baseball team and Major League Baseball’s…
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Camille Kostek says she was once told by an agency to gain weight
Before Camille Kostek was named Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s newest cover girl, she struggled to be accepted as a model. “In…
‘He has a pulse right?’
(Adobe Stock) An Illinois police department is investigating an officer who was captured on video tasing and placing Elonte McDowell,…
Johnny Depp Dior ad pulled amid ‘cultural appropriation’ outcry
Johnny Depp, the face of Dior’s ad campaign for a $150 cologne called “Sauvage,” is being accused of “racism” and…
Serena Williams to attend Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka match
Serena Williams (R) of the United States comforts Naomi Osaka (L) of Japan after Osaka won the Women’s Singles finals…
Debra Messing joins ‘Will & Grace’ co-star, calls for Trump supporters in Hollywood to be outed
Debra Messing has joined her “Will & Grace” co-star Eric McCormack in calling for the names of Trump supporters in…
Big NJ Water Agency Failed in Scandal When Booker was Mayor
By RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press Months after Cory Booker took office as mayor of Newark, New Jersey, he cleared…
Removing Breastfeeding Stigma Could Unlock Lifesaving Benefits to Black Mothers and Their Babies
PHILADELPHIA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug 28, 2019– The United States is one of the most dangerous places in the developed world for a…
Dave Chappelle Hosts Concert to Honor Ohio Shooting Victims
By The Associated Press DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Thousands turned out to a benefit hosted by comedian Dave Chappelle that…
1619: The First African Landing
By Dr. Karsonya Wise Whitehead, Special to the AFRO We Will March On ‘Til Victory is Won The reality that…
400 Years in Virginia. 500 Years in Slavery.
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent, @StacyBrownMedia In August 2018, the National Newspaper Publishers Association began a series on…
It’s Totally Cool To Keep Crushing On Devon Sawa
If that phrase rewinds a memory tape in your mind, Devon Sawa was surely a big part of your 1990s…
Protesters rally against Johnson’s Brexit plans in UK
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s provocative decision to suspend the British Parliament for a time before the country’s deadline for leaving…
Factbox: Next rounds of Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods to hit consumers
(Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump’s next round of tariffs on Chinese imports is scheduled to take effect starting on…
Let’s Face It: The 2019 Summer Movie Season Was Dreadful
With summer coming to a close, we can finally say goodbye to what was arguably the most horrendous movie season…
Charlie Mingus by Tom Mckinney – October Gallery
Price: $700 NOW $350Charlie Mingusby Tom Mckinney Original Watercolor on Acid Free PaperSize 12″ x 16″ Approx Tom McKinney figurines…
Miles Davis Two by Tom Mckinney – October Gallery
Price: $700 NOW $445Miles Davis Twoby Tom Mckinney Original Watercolor on Acid Free PaperSize 26″ x 34″ Approx Tom McKinney…
Jazz Posters by Charles Bibbs
http://www.theworldart.com presents a collection various jazz posters created by Charles Bibbs. source
After the Flood by Jimi Claybrooks – October Gallery
Price: $225 NOW $75(Slightly Damaged Print on the Borders Only) Noah’s ArkJimi ClatbrooksSigned serigraph ed. 2003Size Paper: 28 x 38…
Max Roach by Tom Mckinney – October Gallery
Price: $1,200 NOW $700Max Roachby Tom Mckinney Original Watercolor on Acid Free PaperSize 26″ x 34″ Approx Tom McKinney figurines…
Amil Barnes, Filmmaker of the Month
By Jessica Dortch, Special to the AFRO The native Washingtonian, Amil Barnes, is recognized as the Aug. 2019 Filmmaker of…
John Coltrane by Tom Mckinney – October Gallery
Price: $1,200 NOW $700John Coltraneby Tom Mckinney Original WatercolorSize 18″ x 24″ Approx Tom McKinney figurines are some of the…
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey asks for forgiveness after interview reveals she wore blackface for college skit
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey, is begging for forgiveness Thursday after news of her wearing blackface in college came to light.…
Middle schooler creates school closet for needy classmates
An eighth-grader is ensuring his classmates will have always have access to clothes by creating a closet in his school.…
Lil Nas X celebrates CMAs nomination after Country charts snub
Earlier this year Lil Nas X‘s smash single “Old Town Road” was removed from country charts but in a twist…
WATCH | Naked white murder suspect attacks police officer and gets taken alive
Matthew Bernard (Police Mugshot) It’s one of the most bizarre videos to hit the internet, an 18-year-old man accused of…
Christina Milian on her new Netflix film ‘Falling Inn Love’
(Photo by Erik Voake/Getty Images for Netflix) Christina Milian has a lot to smile about. The actress is expecting a…
Tyler Skaggs’ autopsy: Angels pitcher died from an accidental drug overdose
High levels of opioids, including fentanyl, oxycodone and oxymorphone, were found in his system, as well as alcohol, according to…
More vaping illnesses reported, many involving marijuana
Health officials are recommending people who vape consider avoiding e-cigarettes while they investigate more cases of a breathing ailment linked…
Reporter: Here’s what Trump’s assistant said that got her fired
President Donald Trump’s personal assistant, who’s been with him since the start of his administration, has abruptly left the White…
Trump eyes mental institutions as answer to gun violence
When shots rang out last year at a high school in Parkland, Florida, leaving 17 people dead, President Donald Trump…
Trump’s fired assistant got a lucky break (opinion)
Madeleine Westerhout was the President’s personal assistant for two and a half years. She witnessed more of the White House…
More than half of Florida’s nursing homes not prepared for Hurricane Dorian
With the threat of Hurricane Dorian bearing down on Florida and Southern Georgia, nursing homes and the elderly are at…
Valerie Harper, Emmy-winning ‘Rhoda’ star, dead at 80
She was 80. Buskey, a friend of the family for more than 20 years, said the family was not “providing…
Alfred Jackson, half-brother of late rock star Prince, dies
A half-brother of the late rock superstar Prince has died, leaving five Prince siblings to share in the musician’s fortune.…
This is Hurricane Dorian's latest track
Hurricane Dorian is days away from crashing ashore in Florida, and forecasters are warning it’s getting stronger and could grow…
911 operator captured on audio criticizing driver who drowned in rising floodwaters
Authorities in Arkansas have released audio recordings of a 911 call between an operator and a woman who was moments…
Gas stations become parking lots in Florida as people leave their cars when fuel runs out ahead of Hurricane Dorian
Miami resident Marion Wilkinson Scott told CNN on Friday he saw 12 cars that were left Thursday night at a…
Company behind Timberland, the North Face to boycott Brazilian leather
The U.S company behind such brands as Timberland, the North Face, Vans and JanSport has announced it will no longer…
Hurricane Dorian strengthens to a Category 4 storm, National Hurricane Center says
Dorian currently has maximum sustained wind speeds of 130 mph. The storm’s status means it’s considered a “major” hurricane on…
Twitter CEO Dorsey’s account sent racist tweets after hack
Hackers briefly gained control of Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey’s account Friday, sending racist and vulgar tweets to his 4.2 million…
Why Hurricane Dorian is so dangerous
Winds that strong would be worrying enough, but that’s just one piece of Dorian’s package of threats. With the caveat…
Hong Kong democracy activists get bail, protest march banned
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong and another core member of a pro-democracy group were granted bail after being charged with…