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Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Black Man Attacks women with His Semen

Man Accused of attacking women with a semen spray bottle – click to read.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Black News from TheGrio - 6/17/10

SC Dems hearing protest over Greene primary win

By theGrio

12:23 PM on 06/17/2010

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Greene's surprise victory spawned a number of queries into how the unemployed military veteran who lives with his father won the primary, despite raising no money and mounting no campaign....

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Contract: MJ doc requested lifesaving gear, nurse

By theGrio

11:35 AM on 06/17/2010

LOS ANGELES (AP) - The doctor has pleaded not guilty to an involuntary manslaughter charge in Michael Jackson's death...

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Soccer star has USA on his chest, Haiti in his heart

By theGrio

10:32 AM on 06/17/2010

IRENE, South Africa (AP) - Though Jozy Altidore was born in New Jersey and spent his entire life in the U.S., his connection to Haiti is so strong he's considered playing there...

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Racist land rules divide a Maryland community

By theGrio

9:55 AM on 06/17/2010

VIDEO - A Maryland community is seeking to remove racist language from their historical documents, but some residents would prefer to keep it...

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New study suggests men may be designed to cheat

By theGrio

9:41 AM on 06/17/2010

VIDEO - Scientists say men don't have to cheat, but they do have to work harder at staying faithful....

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Slaves who built Capitol building honored

By theGrio

9:25 AM on 06/17/2010

WASHINGTON (AP) - African-American slaves sweated in the summer heat and shivered in the winter's cold while helping to build the U.S. Capitol...

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Bush pledges to help USC fight NCAA sanctions

By theGrio

8:21 AM on 06/17/2010

METAIRIE, La. (AP) - Though Reggie Bush admitted no wrongdoing he did express regret on Wednesday over his involvement in an NCAA probe that resulted in major sanctions...

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Attorney: No funeral for actor Gary Coleman

By theGrio

7:12 AM on 06/17/2010

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) - Coleman said in a 1999 will that he wanted to be remembered in a wake conducted by people who had no financial ties to him...

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Black Republican faces Strom Thurmond's son in SC runoff

By theGrio

4:59 PM on 06/16/2010

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - There are black men in the White House and at the helm of the GOP, but there hasn't been a black Republican congressman since J.C. Watts retired...

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Friday, June 11, 2010

Black Social Commentary from TheGrio – 6/11/10

Earl Ofari Hutchinson

Journalist, author and broadcaster.

Oscar Grant case casts ugly glare on jury race bias

3:40 PM on 06/11/2010

OPINION - A jury with no blacks, composed of mostly older middle class whites, and non-black ethnics, is much more likely to believe the testimony of police...

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John Mitchell

Sports Writer

Coach Carroll is as much to blame as Reggie Bush for USC mess

2:00 PM on 06/11/2010

OPINION - It is virtually impossible to find a better and more composed liar today than former University of Southern California head football coach Pete Carroll...

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Kris Broughton

Political contributor

Is surprise SC senate candidate a 'plant' or just peculiar?

12:22 PM on 06/11/2010

OPINION - Alvin Greene is an agent of chaos, a bargain basement Manchurian candidate, programmed to wreak havoc upon the South Carolina Democratic Party...

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Shanta N. Covington

theGrio Contributor

Fans of original 'Karate Kid' will get a kick out of remake

8:31 AM on 06/11/2010

REVIEW - While the original can't be replaced, the remake stands on its own and gives the audience a reason to stand up and cheer...

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Edward Wyckoff Williams

Political Analyst

Why the BP oil spill is not another Katrina

9:27 AM on 06/10/2010

OPINION - Any attempt at equating the oil spill with Katrina is another far-right effort to attack Obama and undermine his authority and legitimacy as an effective leader...

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Monique W. Morris

Author and VP for Economic Programs, NAACP

Will there be justice for Oscar Grant?

8:35 AM on 06/10/2010

OPINION - It wasn't a scripted movie. It wasn't a prank. It was police brutality; and the black community is incensed...

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Dr. Boyce Watkins

Author and Finance Professor at Syracuse University

World Cup may be Mandela's last great goal for South Africa

8:03 AM on 06/10/2010

OPINION - To say that this event has significance to Mandela would be a tremendous understatement...

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Karen Finney

Political analyst

Can an unemployed, unknown vet win a US Senate seat?

4:08 PM on 06/09/2010

OPINION - Is it really such a surprise that in a year with a strong anti-incumbent, 'throw the bums out' mood, voters are prepared to vote for just about anyone?...

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Earl Ofari Hutchinson

Journalist, author and broadcaster.

Why Obama can't kick 'ass' on the oil spill

9:31 AM on 06/09/2010

OPINION - There's no real surprise at the hypocritical, feigned shock when Obama dares say what many think he should...

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Thursday, June 10, 2010

Black News from TheGrio - 6/10/10

Rare photo of slave children found in North Carolina attic

By theGrio

5:49 PM on 06/10/2010

RALEIGH, North Carolina (AP) - A 1860s photo of black boys sells for thousands and captures a vivid scene of history...

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USC, Reggie Bush hit hard by NCAA sanctions

By theGrio

5:33 PM on 06/10/2010

LOS ANGELES (AP) - A four-year investigation revealed numerous improper benefits involving former men's basketball player O.J. Mayo and Bush...

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Packers' Underwood facing sexual assault claim

By theGrio

5:11 PM on 06/10/2010

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) - Brandon Underwood apologized to his teammates for creating a distraction and dragging them into it...

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Rihanna: New boyfriend Kemp is keeping me sane

By theGrio

5:09 PM on 06/10/2010

NEW YORK - Rihanna is singing the praises of boyfriend and baseball pro Matt Kemp, whom she credits for keeping her grounded after her tumultuous split from Chris Brown last year...

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Detroit ex-mayor could get boot camp, cut prison

By theGrio

5:00 PM on 06/10/2010

DETROIT (AP) - The Michigan Department of Corrections says imprisoned ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is eligible for a 90-day boot camp program that could cut his time in prison...

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Prosecutor: Anger led to Oscar Grant killing

By theGrio

4:30 PM on 06/10/2010

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Attorney's say the white officer accidentally used a handgun instead of a stun gun on an unarmed black man. Prosecutors use video to dispute this claim...

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Cuban dissidents cheer bill to end US travel ban

By theGrio

3:22 PM on 06/10/2010

HAVANA (AP) - Seventy-four Cuban opposition activists signed a letter Thursday cheering proposed legislation that would lift the U.S. travel ban to their country...

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Feds: BP agrees to expedite oil spill payments

By theGrio

2:02 PM on 06/10/2010

GRAND ISLE, Louisiana (AP) - Fishermen, property owners and businesspeople are complaining delays and skimpy payments from BP for damage claims have put them on the verge of financial ruin...

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Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Black News, African American Issues - June 9, 2010

22-Year Old Pretending to be HS Student Faces 6 Felonies

Have you ever fantasized about going back to high school and doing all the things you wish you'd ... Read More
By Boyce Watkins, PhD on Jun 9th 2010 12:59PM | Comments (0)

Eminem's 'Recovery' Proves More Than Celebrity Rehab

During Eminem's personal journey to sobriety, his fans braced themselves for its effects on his ... Read More
By Amanda Bassa on Jun 9th 2010 12:00PM | Comments (0)

Dee Dee Myers: Obama Can't Get Angry Because He's Black

Dee Dee Myers, former Press Secretary for the Clinton Administration, was in hot water recently ... Read More
By Boyce Watkins, PhD on Jun 9th 2010 11:38AM | Comments (2)

BLACK MUSIC MONTH: 7 Pop/Rap CDs You Must Revisit

We continue to salute Black Music Month by recognizing seven CDs in the pop, rap and rock genres by ... Read More
By Jawn Murray on Jun 9th 2010 11:30AM | Comments (1)

Rihanna's Hair Stylist Explains Her New 'Matador Red' 'Do

Master chameleon Rihanna surprised everyone by showing up with a bright red bowl-cut at Madrid's ... Read More
By Katie Hintz-Zambrano on Jun 9th 2010 11:00AM | Comments (0)

Rihanna Sparkles, Jada Shines, Revamps & The Ultimate Dress - Around the Web

Rihanna glitters on the cover of Elle RiRi talks black women and fashion (StyleList) Jade shines, ... Read More
By Lucette Jefferson on Jun 9th 2010 10:55AM | Comments (0)

FBI Says Texas Man Called Al-Qaida His 'Brothers'

It appears that one of the biggest threats to U.S. security in the coming years may be homegrown ... Read More
By Jeff Mays on Jun 9th 2010 10:53AM | Comments (0)

Rampage Jackson, UFC Fighter, Justifies 'Gay' Comments

Quinton "Rampage" Jackson recently lost his anticipated fight against Rashad Evans last month, but ... Read More
By Quibian Salazar-Moreno on Jun 9th 2010 10:33AM | Comments (0)

DA: No DNA Evidence Found on 7-Year-Old Who Was Gang Raped

New Jersey prosecutors stated in court documents Tuesday that there was no DNA evidence of ... Read More
By Ruth Manuel-Logan on Jun 9th 2010 10:13AM | Comments (3)

Marc Lamont Hill Responds to Slim Thug's Take on Black Women

When I recently read the open letter to the rapper Slim Thug (pictured above), written by ... Read More
By Boyce Watkins, PhD on Jun 9th 2010 8:57AM | Comments (8)

Peace, Confidence and Bliss

Your Affirmative Prayer for Wednesday, June 9, 2010: My awareness of my unity with Spirit ... Read More
By Barry Johnson on Jun 9th 2010 12:34AM | Comments (5)

BP Using Massive PR and Internet Strategies to Deal with Spill

If you are like President Barack Obama, who says that he's looking for "whose ass to kick" over the ... Read More
By Boyce Watkins, PhD on Jun 8th 2010 10:55PM | Comments (2)

Eve: Lets Guard Down on VH1's 'Behind the Music'

Eve Jihan Jeffers, who is most commonly known in the world of entertainment simply as Eve, isn't a ... Read More
By Bridget Bland on Jun 8th 2010 7:26PM | Comments (0)

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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

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Atlanta Police Department Charged with Rampant Misconduct

5:05 PMMay 25

Source: BV Black Spin

A new report charges that drug investigators for the Atlanta Police Department would often bend or break the rules and lie in order to get search warrants. Additionally, they are being accused of working extra jobs while on city time. This was all ... Read More
Around the Web -- Rick Ross Sues Rick Ross, BP's Deadly '3 Little Pigs' + More

5:00 PMMay 25

Source: theBVX.com

Rick Ross, like 50 Cent, is one of many rappers who've taken their names from notorious street figures. In Ross' case, though, the real Rick Ross is now seeking retribution from the MC and others who've unlawfully profited from the use of his name. ... Read More
Catching up with 'Army Wives' Wendy Davis

4:30 PMMay 25

Source: BV on Movies

Currently in its fourth season on Lifetime TV is the top-rated drama series, 'Army Wives,' which follows the lives of four army wives, their families, and an army husband whose wife is in the army. In playing Lt. Colonel Joan Burton, actress Wendy ... Read More
Elizabeth Taylor Blasts Michael Jackson's Doctor Over Gay Rumors

4:13 PMMay 25

Source: BV Black Spin

Rumors about Michael Jackson's sexual orientation have been circulating since he died last June. Now Elizabeth Taylor, longtime pal and confidant of the iconic performer, wants the rumormill to stop. ... Read More
What the Stars Wore at the 'Sex and the City 2' Premiere

3:36 PMMay 25

Source: BV on Style

Monday evening was like Christmas for fashionistas in New York City. 'Sex and the City 2' premiered at Radio City Music Hall, and, in addition to the film's stars Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Stewart, Cynthia Nixon and Kim Catrall (who showed up to ... Read More

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Black News - 5/25/10

Buxom Barbie Brings Up Classic Doll Debate

6:00 AMMay 25

Source: Blackvoices Main

From The Grio: Kelly Motzko didn't set out to court controversy when she entered a Target to find a gift for a 4-year-old girl. Naturally she found herself in the toy aisle, but she was not at all pleased by what she encountered. Among the many ... Read More
Police Brutality: #ItsMoreThanATrend

6:00 AMMay 25

Source: Blackvoices Main

From Clutch Magazine: They thought he was reaching for a gun. It was mistaken identity. He/she resisted arrest. Wrong place, wrong time. We've heard these excuses time and time again. Like in the case of 25- year-old Howard University student Prince ... Read More
Could Rumors About His Mother Push LeBron James Out of Cleveland?

10:41 PMMay 24

Source: BV on Sports

The world seems to be buzzing incessantly about the statements made by former NBA great Calvin Murphy, who said that it's true that LeBron James has been noticeably upset about the alleged fact that his mother was sleeping with teammate Delonte West. ... Read More
Venus Williams Causes a Stir in Lace Tennis Dress

10:14 PMMay 24

Source: BV on Style

The Williams sisters have never been known for their sartorial modesty on the tennis court, but it's usually Serena who causes a stir with her wild athletic gear. Lately, though, Venus has been giving her younger sister a run for her money in the ... Read More
Killer of 3 Black College Students Gets 30 Years to Life

8:30 PMMay 24

Source: BV Black Spin

Nearly three years ago, two black college students and a friend were murdered in a schoolyard in Newark, N.J. Monday, a jury returned guilty verdicts for three of the murders and one attempted murder after deliberating for less than a day. Rodolfo ... Read More
A Truth for the Ages

8:20 PMMay 24

Source: BV Wellness

Your Affirmative Prayer for Tuesday, May 25, 2010: Today I embrace the spiritual wisdom of the ages to move through and beyond any troubling conditions or circumstances. Regardless of the severity of the storm, the sun always returns--on this i ... Read More
Beyonce, En Vogue Featured on '15th Anniversary of the Essence Music Festival' CD

8:08 PMMay 24

Source: BV Newswire

This year marks the Essence Music Festival's 15th Anniversary. To commemorate the momentous occasion, the monthly African-American women's magazine has teamed with Music World Entertainment to release a CD and deluxe DVD/CD package of the top live ... Read More
Cleveland Cavs Fire Coach Mike Brown

7:42 PMMay 24

Source: BV Black Spin

CLEVELAND - The Cleveland Cavaliers have fired coach Mike Brown after five seasons for failing to win an NBA title with LeBron James. Brown's dismissal has been expected since the Cavs were eliminated by the Boston Celtics in the second round of the ... Read More