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September 6, 2024

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The City of Houston awards $100,000 to projects promoting arts tourism and disaster resilience

The City of Houston is investing in its vibrant creative community with a fresh round of funding from the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA)....

by Alexandria Green-Jones

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

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Dr. Tshaka Cunningham carves path for African Americans in science

By: Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Dr. Tshaka Cunningham, a pioneering molecular biologist, has made an extraordinary journey from the Shaw neighborhood of Washington, D.C. to...

by Staff

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Mathew Knowles praises Beyonce for naming whiskey after his grandfather

Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is no stranger to making history, whether it’s on stage, in the studio, or now, in the world of spirits. Her latest venture,...

by Alexandria Green-Jones August 29, 2024August 30, 2024

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Fans send love to Mariah Carey after death of her mother and sister on same day

Mariah Carey, the queen of holiday hits and vocal runs, is currently navigating the profound grief of losing both her mother, Patricia, and her estranged...

by Alexandria Green-Jones August 28, 2024August 29, 2024

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Funeral arrangements announced for legendary Houston producer and rapper BeatKing

The Houston community is mourning the sudden death of renowned rapper and producer BeatKing. The 39-year-old artist, whose real name was Justin Riley, passed away...

by Alexandria Green-Jones August 27, 2024August 30, 2024

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Beyonce pays tribute to moonshine heritage, launches whiskey with Moet Hennessey

Written by PRNewswire Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has joined forces with Moët Hennessy, a subsidiary of LVMH, to create SirDavis, a groundbreaking new whisky. The first-of-its-kind joint...

by Alexandria Green-Jones August 22, 2024August 28, 2024

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New book explores 500-year legacy of Transatlantic Slave Trade

NNPA Newswire Select Books Inc. is thrilled to announce the forthcoming release of a groundbreaking book, The Transatlantic Slave Trade: Overcoming the 500-Year Legacy, scheduled for...

by Editor-in-Chief August 2, 2024August 11, 2024

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Tyler Perry calls critics “Highbrow Negroes” claps back at backlash over new movie

Screenwriter, Director, and Actor Tyler Perry clapped back at critics during a recent podcast interview with actress KeKe Palmer where he addressed those who say...

by Alexandria Green-Jones July 25, 2024August 2, 2024

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Bill Pickett Rodeo Invitational brings the ‘Greatest Show on Dirt’ to Fort Worth Stockyards

By: Rebecca Briscoe Photo Credit: BullStock May 18th will always be a day for my son to remember. Prayers were up as we left the...

by Staff July 23, 2024July 27, 2024

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Apollo Theater makes history with Kennedy Center Honor

By: Stacy M. Brown, NNPA The Apollo Theater, Harlem’s legendary cultural institution, has made history by earning a rare Kennedy Center Honors, one of the...

by Staff July 23, 2024July 23, 2024

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Brotherhood Sister Sol raises nearly $2 Million at annual gala, honors Billy Porter and Ai-jen Poo

By: Cyril Josh Barker | AmNews Digital Editor, special to NNPA The Harlem-based youth development and social justice organization Brotherhood Sister Sol (BroSis) honored actor and singer...

by Staff May 18, 2024May 18, 2024

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Celebrate faith, music at the NABJ Convention Gospel Brunch with Yolanda Adams and more!

By: Nathaniel J. Greene, Community & Culture Reporter Get ready for an uplifting and unforgettable experience as the NABJ Convention in Chicago concludes with a...

by Staff May 11, 2024May 18, 2024