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#QuarantineAndChill: Things To Do During The Covid-19 Crisis

By Nsenga K. Burton, Ph.D. NNPA Culture and Entertainment Editor Covid-19, Coronavirus or “Rona” as some are calling it has changed the way society typically functions....

‘Naomi Osaka’ Portrays A Young Athlete Wrestling With The Weight Of Stardom

"Naomi Osaka" tackles a lot more than just tennis, but this Netflix docuseries (really just a 110-minute documentary sliced into three parts) works best as a window into the demands placed on young athletes, and the pressures -- from personal to political to marketing -- that go with it. On that level alone it's a winner, despite a few faults.

Solange Launches A Library For Rare Books By Black Authors

Solange's creative studio Saint Heron recently launched a free library with a focus on rare and out-of-print books by Black authors.

Jamie Foxx Says He’s Not Interested In Being Married

Jamie Fox says there's a "whole lot of love" in his family and he just doesn't need the "pressure" of being married.

Dionne Warwick Is Not A Fan Of Upcoming Whitney Houston Biopic

Dionne Warwick is not on board with the forthcoming Whitney Houston biopic.

Hip Hop Group Lifesavas Honored With Oregon Music Hall Of Fame Induction

One of Portland’s first successful Hip Hop groups and pioneers in the industry, Lifesavas, was inducted into The Oregon Music Hall of Fame recently.

Black Panther Sequel Shoots Scenes In Small Georgia Town

Public access to various areas such as on the East River is restricted. As in most cases involving major movie productions, the locals will experience traffic delays and inconveniences.

B.E.T. Announces Maxwell And Ashanti Will Be Honorees At The 2021 Soul Train Awards

On Tuesday, BET announced three-time GRAMMY® award-winning singer-songwriter and producer Maxwell will receive the ‘Legend’ award at the 2021 “Soul Train Awards.” Award-winning and multi-platinum singer/songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, and author Ashanti will be the recipient of the ‘Lady of Soul’ honor.

King Richard Wins A Miami Film Fest Audience Award!

King Richard has won the coveted Miami International Film Festival GEMS 2021 Audience Award, and it’s no wonder. It’s a crowd-pleaser!

Chef Jernard Creates Delicious Baked Fried Chicken On An All-New Episode Of New Soul...

Season three of the popular cooking show, NEW SOUL KITCHEN continues with an all-new episode this Wednesday, November 17 at 9:30 P.M. EST/8ConCLEO TV.

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Shyne Tried To Tell People About Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs For Years....

Moses "Shyne" Barrow, a rapper turned politician in Belize, discusses his journey from the nightclub shooting that led to his conviction to his current role as an elected representative, while also addressing the recent legal issues facing Sean "Diddy" Combs.