Monday, May 30, 2011

Sunday, May 29, 2011

Friday, May 27, 2011

Eve Says Lil Kim Needs to Stop Beefin with Nicki Minaj

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by: PatriceJohnson, Your Black World

Eve talks about Lil’ Kim & Nicki Minaj Beef…

After all of the success that Eve has earned and much more success to come on her new album, she has no reason to hate on or have beef with the next big female artist.

Just today in an interview, Eve spoke on the matters between rappers, Lil’ Kim and Nicki Minaj.  Eve claims that it's not a good look for Lil' Kim to beef with Nicki.  As far as Eve is concerned, she is glad that more women are embracing Hip-Hop and Nicki Minaj is definitely a woman that can hold her own in this game.

I totally agree with what Eve was trying to say.  She was basically saying that women need to stop hating on each other and just do themselves… Don’t try to be like Nicki Minaj, Lil’ Kim, Queen Latifah, Foxie Brown, MC Lyte, Remi Ma, Diamond, Trina or Keys… Just be you, rap in your own way and make it as fresh as you can… BUT always accept others for what they do as well.

It is so good to see a woman who is openly embracing other women in the Hip-Hop industry, she is allowing room for more than one female rapper at the top and that is what sister hood should be all about…

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The Three-Year Old Who Didn’t Have to Die

 

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Hip-Hop Mogul On the Run, but Has a lot to Say

 

 

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Who Does Ochocinco Think He Is?

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by: PatriceJohnson, Your Black World

Chad Ochocinco, wide reciever for the Cincinnati Bengals…

I thought that I’d heard it all but this just had to be posted… Chad “85” Ochocinco wants to be a Snake Wrangler according to his posts via Twitter!!! Either he really does not have anything to do while waiting on a response from the NFL or he is taking Cincinnati Bengals owner, Mike Brown’s advice a little too seriously…

After Mike Brown said that Ocho should become a snake wrangler just so that we could all watch to see if he would get bit Ocho decided to take matters into his own hands and partnered up with Snake Jungle to be the first black snake wrangler…

 

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Thursday, May 26, 2011

The Bald One Is On the Cover of Vibe

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by: PatriceJohnson, Your Black World

Iconic Amber Rose on the cover of Vibe Magazine…

She is one bad, bald headed beauty!!! Amber Rose takes on Vibe Magazine and dishes about all of the rumors and speculation. She clears up everything from Kanye West to Reggie Bush, being an Icon and dating Wiz Khalifa.

She has said that she is in a new space now, she loves her life and she is happy about the position that she is in. From stripping to dating one of the biggest rappers in the world. Amber has made her own name for herself and long after she is gone her legacy will live on as the only woman that can rock a bald head and still look good.

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Master P’s Daughter Gets a Show on Nickelodeon

Cymphonique Miller Actress Cymphonique Miller (L) and her father Master P attend the "Prep & Landing" film premiere at The El Capitan Theatre on November 16, 2009 in Hollywood, California.

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Your legacy as a rapper is in many instances determined by what you do once you’ve stopped rapping.  Master P has learned this, making himself into a businessman, and his family into a brand.  Master P’s 14 year-old daughter Cymphonique Miller, is the star of Nickelodeon’s “How To Rock”a 20-episode comedy series premiering in 2012.

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Monday, May 23, 2011

Supreme Court Tells California Prisons to Release Nearly 1/3 of It’s Inmates

This landmark Supreme Court Ruling can change the face of American justice.

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Mother Shoots It out With Police over Daughter’s Medication

 

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Saturday, May 21, 2011

Friday, May 20, 2011

PatriceJohnson: Your Environment Doesn’t Make You, You Choose to Make Yourself

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by: PatriceJohnson, Your Black World

Joseph “JoJo” Simmons Jr.

People always say that your environment is what inspires you to make the decisions that you make. Whether it be good or bad. Some people believe that if you are brought up in a stable home with a mother and father, for females, they are less likely to end up pregnant, more likely to go to college and less likely to end up on welfare. As for males, they are less likely to end up as dead beat dads, more likely to go to college and less likely to end up in prison.

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Is “I’m Gay” Rapper Lil B Crazy or a Genius?

PatriceJohnson asks this question out loud

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5th Grade Teacher Has Sex with Daughter’s 16-Yr Old Boyfriend and Tapes It

Patrice Johnson gives her take on the issue.

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PatriceJohnson: A Deeper Look at the Relationship Between Rapper Cory Gunz and His Father

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by: PatriceJohnson, Your Black World

Cory Gunz (23 years old) standing next to his father, Peter Gunz (early 40’s)

After watching the reality T.V. show “Son of a Gun” there were 5 things that I noticed right off the bat:

1.) Cory Gunz is a talent that is so unique and raw. He is an amazing rapper, and it would take a very special person to even be able to get close to where his talent level is.

2.) Nick Cannon and Cory have a great relationship that is not seen in a lot of the music industry. Nick Cannon does not seem like the type of man that just wants to take his cut of Cory’s money and run away, he cares about Cory’s well-being and that is what all managers should be about.

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Thursday, May 19, 2011

Alicia Keys Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary Since Her First Album



From Hip Hop Press

On Tuesday, June 28, MBK/J Records/Legacy Recordings will release new Deluxe and Collector’s 10th anniversary editions of Alicia Keys’ songs in A minor, the groundbreaking debut album masterpiece that propelled a then-teen-aged Keys into international stardom in 2001.

Available in a 2-CD Deluxe Edition and a 2-CD/1-DVD Collector’s Edition, the 10th Anniversary sets include songs in A minor era bonus tracks, demos, live performances and more, hand-picked by Alicia for her fans for these editions.

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Dr. Boyce: Malcolm’s Legacy Still Doesn’t Get the Respect That It Deserves

 

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Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Is 50 Cent Really Done Beefing? Probably Not

 

Leslie DeTouche explains why 50 Cent is changing his tune for the future.

 

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It looks like the Republicans don’t even like the rapper Common.  How much for docile can a rapper get?

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Survey: 3/4 of African Americans have a relative who has served time in Prison

 

Startling statistics as reported by Dr. Boyce Watkins, who is leading an initiative to fight against mass incarceration.

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Mike Epps Served Court Papers on Stage: Cusses the Woman Out (Video)

Mike Epps gets kinda hot when he’s served court papers.

 

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Monday, May 9, 2011

Shocking: Rapper is Beaten Badly for Not Paying Studio Fees

Yes, someone needs to go to jail after this video is released.  You can watch it by clicking here.

Friday, May 6, 2011

Floyd Mayweather in Serious Trouble After Gun Charge

 

Floyd Mayweather has a lot of explaining to do after being charged with threatening security guards with a gun. 

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Thursday, May 5, 2011

Ice-T Expresses Objections to Soulja Boy Playing Tupac in Juice Remake

Brook Griffin, Your Black World 

It seems that the rapper Ice-T has a serious problem with Soulja Boy being chosen to remake the film “Juice.”  The original filmed starred the late Tupac Shakur, who gave an unforgettable performance.  During an interview on Shade 45 Satellite Radio, Ice-T had this to say:

“At some point somebody gotta stop it, I came out I made some statements….maaan, I don't know. Do you dude, do you. If the masses accept it, it shows you the state we're in[…] Come on man, you think I'd try to remake Pac's movie?”

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

When Negroes Attack: Girl Won’t Let Go of Her Boo on Subway – Getofabosity in Action

 

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Watch this dude get punked by his girlfriend, who refuses to let go of his shirt.

He threatens to hit her if she doesn’t let go, and she dares him.  Yet, he does nothing.  Please don’t ever let this be your child getting videotaped.  If you can’t see the video, click here to watch.

 

Waka Flocka Flame Beats the Weed Charge

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The rapper Waka Flocka Flame was just cleared of all drug related charges that came from a police raid on his home last year. 

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Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Jumping the Broom: In Theatres May 6

Leslie DeTouche, Your Black World 


The movie premier ofJumping the Broom will be hitting national theaters this Friday, May 6th. The basic storyline focuses on the "have" and "have not's." How can the groom's "downtown - ghetto" family get along with the bride's "uptown - bougie" family in time for a wedding without killing each other? This comedy drama based on socioeconomics is directed by Salim Akil and produced by Tracey E. Edmonds, Elizabeth Hunter, T.D. Jakes, Glendon Palmer, and Curtis Wallace. The stars include, Angela Bassett, Paula Patton, Laz Alonso, Lorretta Devine and Mike Epps.

 

Lil Wayne’s Daughter Gets a Reality Show

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Brook Griffin, Your Black World

 

Lil Wayne’s 12-year old daughter Reginae is going to get a reality show on BET. 

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Lil Romeo in Scoring Scandal on Dancing with the Stars

Image: Romeo and Chelsie Hightower

Brook Griffin, Your Black World 

Last week on Dancing with the Stars, Lil Romeo tore it up, earning a perfect 10.  This week, his Samba was one of the worst things that the world has witnessed on national TV in a while.  His shake was not Samba-like and left the judges wondering what in the heck he was doing.

Monday, May 2, 2011

Flava Flav Goes to Jail

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Looks like Mr. Flavor of Love -- born William Jonathan Drayton, Jr. --  got a taste of tough love from the Las Vegas cops Friday, April 29, when he was pulled over for a routine traffic violation.  It was not long before the police realized that Flav had four warrants out for his arrest.

Couple Has Royal Wedding at White Castle

 

Fabulous or simply geto-fab….you be the judge.

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Sunday, May 1, 2011

Soulja Boy Is the Latest Rapper to Waste His Money on Stupid Stuff

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Soulja Boy is now bragging about owning a $200,000 Bentley.  He sent this message out on Twitter:

“ 2012 Bentley GT I'm the first one with it in Atlanta!!! Shipped from England.”

Our Your Black World psychics see another tweet coming in about five years:

“Bentley just got repossessed by the IRS and I’ll be done with my bankruptcy proceedings tomorrow.”

Brothers….please learn to save and invest and stop making black people into the most ridiculous consumers in America.

 

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Russell Simmons’ Open Letter to President Obama: Don’t Forget Our Plight

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I listened to your speech last week at Rev. Al Sharpton's National Action Network's 20th anniversary dinner, talking among friends and close supporters. This was an annual African American dinner, a very important one. While I know that any Democrat would have fulfilled their promise to come back if they had won the '08 election, I also know the significance, and the special burden it poses on you, as the first African American President, at the same time.

Still, I woke up the next day feeling uneasy, not because you didn't take issues of direct significance to the black community head-on -- like the fact that one in three black children go to jail once in their lifetime or that black people have an unemployment rate double the amount of white people -- but because nowhere in your deep and thoughtful remarks did you talk about the elephant in the room that affects ALL Americans, irrespective of color: the growing ranks of poor Americans, Americans struggling not just to meet their mortgage payments but to eat, sleep under a roof, educate their kids and pay their basic bills.

Nick and Mariah Have Twins

 

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Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon gave birth to twins Saturday night.  The power couple also had their third wedding anniversary on the same day.  Carey, at 42 years old, delivered the twins at 12:07 pm EST in Los Angeles.  Her representatives confirmed that the first baby was 5 pounds, 3 ounces, and the other boy was 5 pounds, 6 ounces.

Cannon, at the age of 30, says that he’s elated.  "I'm not trying to be a psychic, but we renew our vows every year so ... It's probably going to be in the hospital this year. I can feel it," he said.

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Obama Mentions Donald Trump, Biggie and Tupac During Hilarious Speech (Video)

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Some thought that President Obama would avoid the Donald Trump and Birther issue during his comedic speech at the White House Correspondents Dinner.  Nothing could be further from the truth.

In a speech that was nothing short of hilarious, President Obama unleashed on Donald Trump and his political enemies in ways that will be remembered for a very long time.  The video is below:

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Saturday, April 30, 2011

HBCU Student Not Allowed to Graduate Because of Facebook Post

HBCU student sidelined from graduation for Facebook post

by Dr. Boyce Watkins, YourBlackWorld.comScholarship in Action 

Roman Caple is a senior at St. Augustine’s College.  He was set to graduate this weekend until he was informed by the school that he wouldn’t be allowed to walk with his classmates.  Caple says that his punishment was due to a Facebook post that allegedly "jeopardized the integrity of the college."

Caple argues that the reaction of school administrators came as a result of his posts following a tornado that hit Raleigh, NC two weeks ago.  But he says that most of his comments were meant to be uplifting.  One of his posts said the following:

"We all need to set our differences aside and help one another. Falcons we will continue to fly high because that's what we do. Help your neighbor, if need be, Falcons are one."

Friday, April 29, 2011

Detroit’s NAACP Honors Kid Rock and His Confederate Flag

 

by Dr. Boyce Watkins, Your Black WorldScholarship in Action 

The NAACP of Detroit has committed what appears to be an incredibly sad act by giving it's Great Expectations Award to Kid Rock during it's annual Fight for Freedom Fund Dinner.  It's ironic that the NAACP is giving an award to someone who regularly uses the Confederate flag during his concerts.  The civil rights supporter in me doesn't understand the NAACP's actions, but the Finance Professor in me understands their actions perfectly.

Here are some questions for the NAACP as they honor one of their greatest heroes, Kid Rock:

1) If Kid Rock were not a donor to your organization, would you have given him this award?  Probably not.

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Malcolm X’s Interpretation of Fox News Racism

 

Watch the video below to understand the nature of Fox News Racism.  There’s a historical context to all of this, whether we’re talking about the Birther Movement, the Tea Party or any of the other activity coming from the Right Wing.  Check it out below or click here to watch.

 

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Thursday, April 28, 2011

Denver Broncos Player Jason Hunter Stabbed by His Girlfriend

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Jason Hunter of the Denver Broncos was stabbed by his girlfriend Wednesday morning, according to police.  Hunter is currently in stable condition.

"There case is still being investigated, so there are a lot of details we don't have yet," Detroit Police Sgt. Eren Stephens said.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Luther Campbell Raises Just $250 for His Mayoral Campaign


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It looks like the phrase “Too legit to quit” doesn’t quite apply to Luther Campbell.  The former leader of “2 Live Crew” has raised a reported $250 for his campaign to run for Mayor of Miami. Campbell was hoping that a recent fundraiser would bring him $5,000 to $10,000, but he was wrong.  Campbell is now $150,000 behind the fourth-highest fundraiser, Jose "Pepe" Cancio. 

NY Mayor Goes Nuts After Finding Out that Diddy Got a Police Motorcade

REVVED UP: Sean 'Diddy' Combs got a police motor escort after this concert.

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New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg went on a tirade after finding out that the NYPD gave the rapper Sean “Diddy”Combs a police motorcade to make a $75,000 event in New Jersey.  The mayor launched a probe into the incident, stating that it is unacceptable for anyone to receive police assistance with taxpayer dollars.  Officers from NYPD internal affairs went to the Midtown South precinct to go through logs, records and work schedules to find out who was responsible for what happened.  They are also reviewing videotapes from 35th Street and Times Square to find out more information.

Students Fight to Save HBCU in Louisiana

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Eye-level watermarks, gutted buildings and rows of mobile classrooms linger as reminders of the flooding from Hurricane Katrina that nearly wiped out Southern University at New Orleans in 2005.


Now the predominantly African-American university faces what students and administrators view as a new threat: Gov. Bobby Jindal's proposal to consolidate the school with the nearby, mostly white University of New Orleans.

Famous Athletes Who Went Broke

 

Mike Tyson and Latrell Sprewell (Getty Images)

In 2008, the NBA Players’ Association claimed that 60 percent of pro basketball players go broke within five years of retirement. It’s not hard to see why. In the annals of “easy come, easy go,” few people see it come and go like professional athletes.

While it’s true that many take their salaries and invest them in sensible and enduring business ventures, many others squander their multimillion-dollar salaries on expensive cars, jewelry and mansions, and when the checks stop coming in, they have little to show for it.

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Nicki Minaj to Attend the Royal Wedding

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Hip hop star Nicki Minaj has reportedly rented a spot near Westminster Abbey, where the royal wedding is set to take place.  The problem is that she wasn’t actually invited to the wedding, but just wants to be there to see it.   Prince William and Kate Middleton are going to be married on April 29, and despite being on tour with Britney Spears, Minaj has rented a private jet to take her across the world to check out the events.

I guess this refutes the notion that hip-hop stars don’t believe in fairy tales.

Monday, April 25, 2011

Donald Trump Says Obama Was Not Qualified for the Ivy Leagues

 

by Dr. Boyce Watkins, Your Black WorldScholarship in Action 

It appears that Donald Trump just won’t give up.  In an interview this week with the Associated Press, “The Donald” said that President Obama was a poor student who didn’t deserve to be admitted to Harvard University.  Trump doesn’t actually have proof of his assertions, but that’s never stopped him before.

"I heard he was a terrible student, terrible. How does a bad student go to Columbia and then to Harvard?" Trump said to the Associated Press. "I'm thinking about it, I'm certainly looking into it. Let him show his records."

MC Hammer Reinvents Himself in Silicon Valley

 

Is it possible for the music industry to learn something from an artist who hasn't had a hit song since the mid-'90s?

In the case of MC Hammer, it just might.

To many in the music industry, Hammer is a has-been rapper who squandered a fortune and eventually faded into musical irrelevancy. But in Silicon Valley, he's a respected entrepreneur, investor and adviser with a reputation as a savvy early adopter of new technology.

That's quite an achievement in a region that views most celebrities with suspicion.