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President Obama and Congressional "leaders" have reached an agreement on a deal to raise the debt ceiling. I put leaders in quotation marks because the deal still has to pass the smell test with the members...

Although it is in its trial phase, Google's new social network may give Facebook and Twitter a run for their money once it is in full swing. Google+ is banking on their privacy capabilities to overshadow...

One of comedy's leading comics, Chris Tucker, recently visited Lopez Tonight.  At one point in his career, Chris was considered the highest paid actor in Hollywood.  From rising to fame playing Smokey...

Word on the curb is that the Atlanta-based rap group, Goodie Mob, is back in the studio. Cee-lo, the most recognized member of the group, recently let the cat out the bag via his Twitter account. He stated...

Recently, it has been reported that Master P has been ordered to pay child support to his ex-wife Sonya C. This should come as no surprise because child support cases are common in break-ups. However, when it...

Super-producer and businessman, Pharrell Williams, is known to produce hits. But now he has his sights on the liquor business. Along with the beverage company Diago, Pharrell has launched flavor creme...

McDonald's 365Black Awards recognizes African-American legends whose committment to the community is seen through their lives and life-works.  This years reception took place during the Essence Music...

Many of us cringe at the thought of having to plan for the inevitable. Some people think that openly discussing death will cause an untimely occurance. But as with all topics, if we don't talk about it,...

Who says the good Lord above don't grant second chances! In the case of pro-footballer, Michael Vick, he's proven just that. After serving time for illegal dog-fighting, the Philadelphia Eagles took a...

      With the constant reminder that this economy is no better off now than it was several years ago, many people are reluctant to put their money in so-called “safe houses” for fear of it being...

  Celebrity news always has a way of pointing out the good, bad, ugly and even sometimes the indifferent when it comes to celebrities’ careers and personal lives. They are picked apart from what they’re...

It’s been no secret that after teaming up with Weight Watchers last year that singer and actress Jennifer Hudson has slimmed down quite a bit or should we say quite a lot. Dropping close to 80 pounds all...

When purchasing stock, many individuals cringe at the thought of paying high prices. But nowadays, there is a wonderful alternative to purchasing stock. Instead of spending all that money, try buying only...

T.I. may be locked up, but that hasn't slowed down his work ethic. While his music is somewhat on a standstill, the King of the South is increasing the brand awareness of his clothing line AKOO. Marketing...

Jermaine Dupri is under some financial strains. Dupri started off owing the state of Georgia more than $493,000 in back taxes for 2007. Also, he owes $14,000 in unpaid property taxes on a home in Fayette...

As the weekend approaches, the second installment of one of my favorite movies will finally reach theatres nationwide. But I contemplate on whether I will go to my local theater to see Hangover 2 for one...

Joining the hems, seams and stitches of celebrity clothing lines is none other than the Queen herself. By way of the Home Shopping Network (HSN), the multi-talented Queen Latifah will release her line,...

Teaming up in the fight against skin cancer, singer Brandy and actresses Tempest Bledsoe and Tatyana Ali bared all, well sort of, in a new Public Service Announcement. The motto of the PSA is the “If you...

 If you were one of the 7.7 million viewers who tuned in faithfully each Tuesday to watch THE GAME, then you've help secure a second season of the hit tv show. So much so, that BET Networks and the...

From Def Jam Records to Phat Farm clothing, hip-hop mogul and activist Russell Simmons is now lending his advice in his new book Super Rich: A Guide To Having It All.  In this book, which is also a...

During their junior and senior years, students begin to feel the stress of seeking financial aid for college. Students who have their mind set on attending a four-year university or junior...

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Ready to purchase some stock? Well we've got the scoop on a recent drop in Nike's stock. Per the WallStreet Journal, the shoe company fell on hard times during this past quarter's earnings. In order to...

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If you're wondering how much is your net worth, CNN's Money Magazine offers a quick online assessment tool called the Net Worth Worksheet. This online tool allows you to plug in your assets (i.e. savings,...

Many of us (women and men) deal with or have dealt with the trials of having low self-esteem once in our lives. But just imagine having to deal with it while being a childhood star. Well, Janet Jackson's...

Although, radio and tv are plagued with artists of various genres coming together to make hit songs. Those visual acts of racial progression are just a cover up. Music lovers please be aware that there...

In a recent interview with Black Enterprise, Matthew Knowles stated that he still has high hopes for a possible reunion of Destiny's Child.  After news broke that he and his long-time client and...

The oldest profession in the world, prostitution, is a recession proof business apparently. In the city of Pittsburgh, Chief Leo McCarthy tells the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review that their precinct is noticing...

Today, the BET network launched a new interactive television App...the first ever released in the U.S. The App is compatible with BET's "106 & Park" music countdown program and can be downloaded to the...