Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz has taken on a potential polarizing political debate: Race Relations. Schulz, who has also involved his company is other national debates like, gun control and same-sex marriage, is not backing down from yet another controversial stand. As an executive of more than 4,700 stores, he has been advised this is not his issue to fight, but he doesn't … [Read more...]
Kelly Rowland and Family Grace the April Cover of Essence
“My road to happiness hasn’t been an easy one. It hasn’t been peachy all the time, but I am so, so happy…” -- Kelly Rowland, ESSENCE Last year, Kelly Rowland became a wife and mother. Then the unthinkable happened: she lost her own mom. But with the support of her husband, family and friends, she has found the grace to go on. Here—featured on ESSENCE’s April issue cover … [Read more...]
[Video] Black Kids in an All White School Share Their Heartbreaking Experiences
After watching this video, I wanted to give every one of these students a hug and tell them, "It gets better!" Then, I sit and wonder, does it really? People are still judging each other by the color of their skin. We (African Americans) even judge each other at times. It's sad when our children have to stress about skin color at school among peers, when they should be … [Read more...]
Atlanta Area College Students Spend Spring Break in Ferguson to Register Voters
Most college students look forward to Spring Break because they get to relax with their friends on a beach or travel to explore a new place to take their mind off of their studies. These days, it's too much going on to sit still. For the upcoming Spring Break season, some Atlanta area college students are planning to visit Ferguson, Missouri to help with voter … [Read more...]
Kevin Hart Announces His Next Stop, a Football Stadium!
“This is a mind blowing moment for me people….I will be filming my next special “What Now” in Philadelphia at the “Lincoln Financial Stadium” the 35-year-old proclaimed. Kevin Hart made the official announcement on Instagram, that he will be the first comedian to play in a football stadium. If you live in or would like to experience history in Philadelphia on August 30th, … [Read more...]
Beyonce Opens Up the Stevie Wonder Tribute
I don't think its possible to grow up without having a favorite Stevie Wonder song. I have 3 or 4 myself (Ribbon in the Sky, Isn't She Lovely), and it seems that thousands felt the same way last night at the Songs in the Key of Life: An All-Star Grammy Salute for him. The 2 hour Grammy Tribute was held at the Nokia Theatre in L.A. and aired on CBS last night. It was a … [Read more...]
Jackie Robinson West Team Stripped of Their Championship Title
The sad news that the Jackie Robinson West All Stars were stripped of their 2014 Championship title due to the alleged acts of adults, has caused an uproar, and rightfully so. Last year, this was the feel good story of the season. They were the first African American team to actually win a U.S. Little League World Series, but apparently they cheated. After researching the … [Read more...]
[Video] Nigerian Doll Created by Man is Now Outselling Barbie
Nigerian native, Taofick Okoya, 43, was having a horrible time trying to find a doll for his niece. There was nothing that represented their color or culture, so in 2007, he created Queens of Africa. It's a doll line Nigerian girls could identify with. Queens of Africa has become so popular, it is now outselling Barbie in his country. [youtube id="-vwch0LLPks"] The doll … [Read more...]
Tracee Ellis Ross Featured on Split Cover March Issue of Essence
“I like being the ‘hot mommy’…also I find that on TV, marriage gets a really bad rap. It’s like this thing you never want to do, and the comedy comes out of what people hate about being married. What drew me to black-ish is that this couple loves each other and the comedy comes out of that. I want to have a family, so until that time comes, this show is a brilliant … [Read more...]
Votes for HBCU SC South University to Shut Down for 1 Year
Is this a conspiracy? Is this the start of a possible trend of closing HBCU's? Ok, that may be a far fetched accusation but you have to admit, closing a school down for a year to get their finances straight is pretty much unheard of, until now. South Carolina State University is very close to being shut down as early as today for the 2015-2016 school year for mis-managing … [Read more...]
Recipe: Hot & Cheesy Super Bowl Spinach Dip that People will Request Over and Over
A Super Bowl party is not complete without WINGS for most people, but for me it’s MY Spinach Artichoke Dip! Over the years it has become my signature dish. I make it on holidays, office parties, birthdays & THE SUPER BOWL! I have been asked for this recipe over and over again and initially I would never give it out. Now is the time! I wanted to hoard my delicious dish … [Read more...]
Marissa Alexander Released After Serving 3 Years in Prison
Marissa Alexander, Florida resident, faced up to 60 years behind bars for firing one shot into the air to ward off her abusive husband. She was initially given 20 years in her first trial but after an appeal, prosecutor Angela Corey (who also prosecuted George Zimmerman) was now going for triple that amount. In November, in exchange for time served, Marissa pleaded guilty to … [Read more...]
FREE Singles Webinar: Stop Dating in the Meantime: The Best Way to Find Your Future Partner on Tuesday, January 27th
We are so grateful that so many Singles visit BMWK for dating tips, advice, a new outlook on love and more. We promote positive images of marriage and we want our Singles to make the best decision when making the most important choice to get married. You are invited to a great discussion that allows you STOP DATING IN THE MEANTIME: THE BEST WAY TO FIND YOUR FUTURE … [Read more...]
Is the Director of Selma, Ava DuVernay, the Victim of an Oscar Snub?
It's Oscar buzz around these parts! Everyone was on the edge of their seats waiting to hear how Selma would perform. Welp, its official, Selma, the $20 million independently financed production, has been nominated for 2 Oscars! Selma received 2 nominations for Best Picture & Best Song "Glory". The question I have about the nomination is, how can a picture be nominated … [Read more...]
8 Interesting Facts About Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We Need to Know
At this time of year there are many different posts about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Usually they rehash the same information. Here are 8 facts that are not commonly discussed that you should know. Fact 1: He was born Michael Luther King, Jr. January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia. Fact 2: His father, Michael King, Sr., changed their names to Martin Luther King Sr. and … [Read more...]