Netflix shows ‘Nailed It’ and ‘#blackAF’ worth binging in April
Netflix Netflix has been a saving grace in more ways than one since the coronavirus pandemic brought Hollywood (and the…
Pink reveals she and son, 3, tested positive for coronavirus: ‘This illness is serious and real’
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‘Africans are not lab rats’ trends after French doctors’ vaccine comments
A street vendor wears a face mask as a preventive measure against the spread of the new COVID-19 coronavirus while…
Christopher Cross tests positive for coronavirus, calls it ‘the worst illness I’ve ever had’
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Man, denied early release, is first federal inmate to die of coronavirus
Patrick Jones, 49, became the first person to die in federal prison of coronavirus. Patrick Jones, a federal inmate in…
Elton John vows AIDS patients will not be forgotten amid coronavirus pandemic, reveals $1M pledge
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Spike Lee says Bill Cosby ‘jacked’ ‘School Daze’ for ‘A Different World’
(Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images and Universal Studios) Spike Lee has a bone to pick with Bill Cosby. The Oscar-winning…
Coronavirus and Baltimore’s Homeless | Afro
By Chris Anderson (7th District) It was around 6:30 a.m. when I got the call from my friend, Darius. “Chris?…
Lean On Me,’ ‘Lovely Day’ Singer Bill Withers Dies at 81
By MARK KENNEDY, AP Entertainment Writer Bill Withers, who wrote and sang a string of soulful songs in the 1970s…
Coronavirus Claims Life of Pianist And Patriarch Ellis Marsalis
By Cleveland Bryant Jr.Special to the AFRO Ellis Marsalis Jr., premier jazz pianist and jazz family patriarch-father of four sons…
Face Coverings Recommended in COVID-19 Fight, But Trump Says He Won’t Wear One
By Eric Tucker, Zeke Miller and Mike SchneiderThe Associated Press President Donald Trump announced new federal guidelines April 3 recommending…
With Rise of Trump Came Rise of White Nationalism, Critics Say
By Haleigh WhistedCapital News Service Thomas Rousseau, a 21-year-old originally from a suburban Dallas, Texas, home, was once a Boy…
Sunday at Noon – A Time For Maryland To Pray
The Governor has called on Marylanders to pray and reflect this Sunday, April 5 at noon in response to COVID-19.…
IN MEMORIAM: African Americans Who Have Died of COVID-19
By Lauren Victoria BurkeNNPA Newswire Contributor The inaccurate Internet memes and false online conspiracies that purport “Blacks can’t get coronavirus”…
While You Were Paying Attention To Covid-19, Trump Slipped Something Past You
By Bill Fletcher Jr.NNPA Newswire Contributor That’s right, he did it again. Just like a magician, while you are looking…
State of Emergency Declared for Black America as Public Health Experts Reveal Coronavirus is Airborne
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia While many medical doctors maintain that the novel coronavirus is transmitted through droplets…
HBO Documentary Sheds New Light On ‘Atlanta Child Murders’
By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr., AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Anthony Terrell believes an imprisoned man currently serving two…
Dancers by Jeffrey Glenn Reese – October Gallery
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Light on Sky by Saana – October Gallery
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Elephant by Saana – October Gallery
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Words of Wisdom by Melinda Byers – October Gallery
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NBA Player Marcus Smart Will Donate Blood for Experimental COVID-19 Treatment
The NBA season has been suspended due to the new coronavirus pandemic. Several NBA players have been infected with the…
Thomas Sims Captured in Boston After Fleeing Enslavement
In early 1851, Thomas Sims, an enslaved black man living in Savannah, Georgia, successfully escaped bondage and fled to Boston,…
Oprah Winfrey Donates $10 Million To Coronavirus Relief
Oprah Winfrey is the latest billionaire to step up amid the coronavirus pandemic. The television mogul today announced she will…
Mark Hamill Stops Short Of Pulling Cruel Donald Trump-Themed April Fools’ Prank
But the “Star Wars” actor said he ultimately decided not to tweet a spoof screenshot of a news report saying…
Boss Trapped In Potato Filter For Video Meeting Is Peak Work-From-Home Gold
The coronavirus-era adaptation to working from home is taking its toll on everyone, and now there’s a face for that…
Stephen Colbert Gets TMI About Andrew Cuomo’s Possibly Pierced Nipples
“Many Americans experience moments of being at least Andrew-curious,” “Late Show” host Stephen Colbert said on Wednesday. “If not fully…
Adam Lambert On New Music, Dating And Keeping Busy While Social Distancing
Like the rest of the country, Adam Lambert is stuck at home. With social distancing measures in place, the singer…
Lou Dobbs: Health Experts Not Recognizing Donald Trump’s ‘Leadership’
Lou Dobbs’ unabashed worship of President Donald Trump during the coronavirus pandemic went up another notch on Wednesday. (See the…
Brian Stokes Mitchell Has Coronavirus: ‘I Could Feel My Body Fighting’
Tony-winning actor Brian Stokes Mitchell announced Wednesday that he is sick with the coronavirus. “I’ve been laying low for the…
Jimmy Fallon’s Awkward ‘Interview’ With Lady Gaga Deserves Applause, Applause, Applause
Jimmy Fallon had Lady Gaga on his show Wednesday for an “interview,” which is a very generous word in this…
‘Masked Singer’ Unmasks White Tiger, Who Battled Lions And Bears (Spoiler)
This Tiger won’t be king. “The Masked Singer” unmasked the White Tiger on Wednesday’s show, ending one of the more…
Ryan Reynolds Says Isolation Has Been Educational, But He’s ‘Mostly Drinking’
Ryan Reynolds is taking gin straight to the face as he isolates to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.…
Meghan Markle’s New Disney Movie ‘Elephant’ Is A Perfect Fit For The Whole Family
Meghan Markle makes a triumphant, royal return to the world of entertainment in the new Disney nature documentary, “Elephant.” The…
‘Sexiest Doctor Alive’ Shares Coronavirus Tips In Flirty ‘Daily Show’ Interview
The “Sexiest Doctor Alive” is here to help you cope during this difficult time. Dr. Mikhail Varshavski, who goes by…
Seth Meyers To Coronavirus Pandemic Adviser Jared Kushner: ‘You’re A Nepotism Case’
“Late Night” host Seth Meyers on Thursday slammed Jared Kushner’s role in the government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. “You’re…
Jennifer Aniston Serves Up Delicious Surprise For Nurse With Coronavirus
“Friends” star Jennifer Aniston joined comedian Jimmy Kimmel on his late night TV show on Thursday to surprise and thank…
Nancy Pelosi’s Interview With Stephen Colbert Takes A NSFW Turn
“The Late Show” host Stephen Colbert and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) had a happy ending to a serious conversation…
Adam Sandler Premieres Coronavirus Quarantine Song On ‘Tonight Show’
The “Uncut Gems” actor on Thursday premiered his version of a song by Dan Bulla on “The Tonight Show” in…
Seth Meyers And Amy Poehler ‘Really’ Rip Mitch McConnell
When “SNL” alumni bring back a classic sketch just to dunk on you, you know you “really” messed up. That…
Aisha Tyler Hilariously Describes Dating Sam Rockwell In High School
Aisha Tyler wasn’t afraid to dish a little on her high school romance with Oscar winner Sam Rockwell. (See the…
Legendary ‘Lean On Me’ Singer Bill Withers Dies At 81
Bill Withers, who wrote and sang a string of soulful songs in the 1970s that have stood the test of…
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson And Daughter Star In Your Quarantine Gold For The Day
Watch the “Jumanji: The Next Level” star create quarantine gold during the coronavirus crisis by rapping his “Moana” song “You’re…
Jane Fonda Recreates 1980s Workout Video On TikTok To Urge Climate Action
Jane Fonda isn’t letting the coronavirus pandemic prevent her from urging action against climate change ― and staying fit, too.…
Oprah Winfrey Shares Emotional Reunion With Stedman Graham After 14-Day Quarantine
You get a reunion and you get a reunion and you get a reunion! Oprah Winfrey shared a heartfelt video…
Trump Says He May Open Medicare and Medicaid To 30 Million Uninsured Americans
President Donald Trump suggested Wednesday he would consider opening up Medicare and Medicaid to nearly 30 million uninsured Americans due…
Goldman Sachs Seeks To Help Black and Latinx Founders Accelerate Their Growth
Goldman Sachs Group Inc. seeks to identify a group of innovative black and Latinx founders to help them position their…
Rev. Al Sharpton Calls On Black Churches To Discontinue In-Person Services Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
(Image: National Action Network) There are some churches that aren’t adhering to the call to avoid large crowds to slow…
Women’s College Basketball Programs Graduate More Black Athletes Than Their Male Counterparts
The opportunities for higher education among student-athletes are well-documented. But, according to The Undefeated’s Derrick Z. Jackson, the graduation rate…
Chase Provides Update For Small Business Paycheck Protection Program
Chase for Business has given an update on the Small Business Association’s Paycheck Protection Program, a part of the $2…
LeVar Burton Will Read to the World on Twitter Livestream While People are Sheltered In
If you loved the hit show Reading Rainbow, you’ll be happy to know that LeVar Burton will be livestreaming his…
In Response To COVID-19 Pandemic, Google To Provide Free Internet Access to California
Google HQ in Mountain View, CA (iStock/SpVVK) California governor Gavin Newsom announced this week that schools K-12 through college statewide…
Bill Withers Talked About His Classic Hits and Why He Left The Music Industry in Rare Video Interview (Watch)
Bill Withers, the legendary singer-songwriter behind classic 1970s hits like “Lean on Me,” “Lovely Day” and “Ain’t No Sunshine,” died…
Black People Are Facing Racial Discrimination On Zoom Meetings Through ‘Zoombombing’
Since the global pandemic of COVID-19, or the novel coronavirus, started, the outbreak has caused massive closures of non-essential businesses…
T.C. Carson Explains the Reason for Being Fired From ‘Living Single’
Having an issue with Friends may end up with you Living Single. Actor T.C. Carson, who you may know as…
Teresa Giudice’s dad, Giacinto Gorga, dead at 76: ‘My protector, my hero’
Teresa Giudice‘s father, Giacinto Gorga, died on Friday, April 3, Fox News can confirm. He was 76 years old. The…
Ireland Baldwin dyes her hair pink during quarantine: ‘Just did a bad thing’
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Steven Spielberg feeds doctors, nurses on ‘frontlines’ battling coronavirus pandemic: report
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Chris Cuomo draws almost 3 million viewers battling COVID-19 on air
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 15: Chris Cuomo of CNN’s Cuomo Prime Time attends the WarnerMedia Upfront 2019 arrivals…