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’Tis the season for justice: Rapper Nas is selling kneeling Santa sweaters in support of justice reform

Rapper 2 Chainz had everybody on board with the dabbing Santa sweaters, and now legendary rapper Nas is spreading the love this holiday season in the form of creative sweaters that have a kneeling Santa created by his clothing company HSTRY. The proceeds will go towards Center for Court Innovation, a non-profit organization that is focused on reducing incarceration and justice reform. ... Read More...

Get your popcorn and tissue ready! Lifetime is remaking film “Beaches,” starring Nia Long and Idina Menzel

Lifetime is allowing all “Beaches” fans to relive the amazing, touching bond between best friends C.C. and Hillary, but in a different way with different actors. Originally played by Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey, Nia Long and Idina Menzel have a true task to make this another memorable tearjerker, however, we think they won’t disappoint! ... Read More...

Mall of America hosts its first Black Santa!

You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, and I’m about to tell you why— Santa Claus, Black Santa that is, is finally coming to the Mall of America! And you want to know what adds to the excitement? He’s hailing all the way from Texas! After 24 years of having a Santa Claus in it’s facility, the Mall of America has decided to switch it up a bit for the annual Santa Experience. ... Read More...

BET brings HBCU life to television in new fictional series “The Quad”!

“The Quad,” starring Anika Noni Rose, is expected to give viewers a day-in-the-life of the typical, yet exciting black college experience! Filled with the booming sounds of the Mighty Marching Mountain Cats and the real-life situations that are often associated with and displayed on these legendary campuses, this show looks like a hit for BET. We are definitely tuning in!!!... Read More...