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‘Hidden Figures’ Bests ‘La La Land’ As Top Grossing Oscar Contender

*We bet a lot of folks in Hollywood and beyond didn't see this coming. We're talking about the fact that "Hidden Figures" is now...

Anthony Michael Hobbs’ Naga Pixie Wins 2017 BIFF ‘Kidz Shorts’ Award

 *Multi-awarding winning actor/filmmaker Anthony Michael Hobbs’ Naga Pixie (Imagination Lunchbox) wins the 2017 Bonita Springs International Film Festival (BIFF) “Kidz Shorts” Award.  Hobbs’ short,...

Social Media Platform Debridge2ge.com Promotes Group Economics for Blacks

*Jackie Hoskie and her business partner Kyle McIver want to bridge the gap to collectively strengthen the black community through group economics. That’s one...

Auto Trends W/ Jeff Cars Premieres Black History Month on SiriusXM

*After hitting the airwaves in July 2015, with a monthly automotive show, “Auto Trends with JeffCars.com” expands to SiriusXM with a weekly 30-minute multicultural...

The Pulse of Entertainment: Arian Simone’s Fearless Franchise Launches ‘Fearless Podcast’

*“Sometimes it’s not the thing…but the thing that leads to the thing,” said Arian Simone about her career choices thus far. “It was not...

Chance the Rapper Honors Malia Obama’s Weed Moment in New #ThankUObama Clothing Line

*Chance the Rapper has launched a new #ThankUObama clothing line that honors America’s former First Family with Obama-inspired tees, hoodies and jerseys. The Chicago rapper...

Richard Jefferson, Esq. Offers ‘Music Industry Packages’ to ULMII Vocal and Songwriting Winners

Richard Jefferson, Esq., founding partner of M.E.T.A Law Group. (Photo credit: www.LawyersRock.com) Los Angeles based music industry attorney Richard Jefferson (www.METALawGroup.com) has joined the long...

UNCF Empower Me Tour Kicks Off in Atlanta Feb. 3: Job Opportunities & Career Prep for College Students

*ATLANTA — The UNCF Empower Me Tour (EMT), a free, traveling college-and-career-readiness roadshow presented by Target, kicks off its spring 2017 tour in Atlanta...

This is One Way Blacks Are Connecting to Their Roots

*As we approach Black History Month, African Ancestry co-founder Dr. Gina Paige says it’s important for African Americans to trace their ancestral roots. “We’re the only group...

Russell Simmons Sells His RushCard Business to Green Dot for $147 Million

*Russell Simmons has sold his RushCard prepaid debit card business to Green Dot for a reported $147 million. Green Dot says it will buy UniRush,...

UniWorld Group, Inc. Announces Two Key Executive Promotions

Gregory Edwards appointed to Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer -  Matilda Ivey takes on SVP / Director of Client Services Role *NEW YORK...

Charmin Edwards Invents Unique Hair Accessory

*Entrepreneur Charmin Edwards (Damron Health and Beauty) was unable to find anything on the market to properly hold and adorn her braids as she...

National Sales Network (LA Chapter) Hosts 12th Annual State of the Organization Jazz Brunch

*The Los Angeles Chapter of the National Sales Network will be hosting their 12th Annual State of the Organization Jazz Brunch. Featured Guest Speaker...

Pan African Film Festival Celebrates 25 Years W/ World’s Largest Selection of Black Motion Pictures

*The Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) announces PAFF 25 taking place February 9-20, at the Cinemark Baldwin Hills Crenshaw 15 Theatre located within the...

Charter Communications Joins BTNC-FAMU Collaboration to Establish First Black News Network

*TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida A&M University (FAMU), the state’s only public historically Black university, has moved another step closer to serving as the headquarters...

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