What's On Today - Thursday

‘A Different World’ Cast Welcomed At The White House, Leads Theme Song Sing-A-Long

The cast of A Different World was welcomed at the White House and led the press room in a sing-along of the famed sitcom’s theme song.

On Wednesday (April 10), the cast of the beloved NBC sitcom A Different World was in Washington D.C. on the next stop of their reunion tour which is visiting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the nation. They did make a special stop before visiting Howard University – they visited the White House to see Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Press Secretary Karina Jean-Pi

The visit was made more memorable as the cast members led the press room in a sing-a-long of the show’s iconic theme song, first done by the legendary Aretha Franklin.… Read more

Kendrick Lamar & The Creators Of ‘South Park’ Working On A Comedy Film

While the world awaits Drake’s Kenrick Lamar diss record to drop (and vice verse), K. Dot continues to move forward with his life outside of rap. He and pgLang co-founder Dave Free will team up with South Park creators Trey Park and Matt Stone for a new live-action comedy film set to drop next Summer.

According to Variety, the aforementioned comedy film is set to release July 4, 2025. Details on the project are being kept under wraps for the time being (such as the title, plot and film cast), but the fact that Kendrick Lamar and the team behind South Park are in is enough to get some big buzz going already.… Read more

Black Maternal Health: Top-Performing Hospitals Supporting Pregnant Women Of Color

In honor of Black Maternal Health Week 2024, U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice, has identified the top-performing Maternity Care Hospitals dedicated to supporting Black maternal health.

The media site examined high-performing Maternity Care Hospitals nationwide and discovered 26 hospitals across 13 states delivering outstanding outcomes for cesarean sections and managing unexpected newborn complications specifically for Black patients.

According to the report, 26 hospitals rated as high performing in their Best Hospitals for Maternity Care rankings.… Read more

Important Road Closure Notice!

Starting Monday, April 15, the 63rd Ave bridge over Hwy 169 and access to Hwy 169 from 63rd Ave will be closed until October.

Additionally, Hwy 169 will be closed in both directions between I-94 and I-394 from 10 p.m. on Friday, April 19, to 5 a.m. on Monday, April 22.

For more details, visit, https://ow.ly/CYzt50ReA1g

Former NBA Star Nate Robinson Says He Won’t Live Long If He Can’t Find A New Kidney

Former NBA player Nate “The Great” Robinson is currently fighting for his life, and if he doesn’t get some help real soon, the two-time Slam Dunk Champion knows that his days are numbered.

Two years after announcing his renal kidney failure diagnosis, the former New York Knick told Mail Sports that his search for a new kidney hasn’t gone well and that if he doesn’t get a replacement soon, he won’t be with us too much longer.… Read more

TODAY IN HIP HOP HISTORY: THE ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK FOR ‘FRIDAY’ DROPPED 29 YEARS AGO

On this day in Hip Hop history, the cult classic comedy Friday soundtrack was released by 550 Music and Epic Records. The album peaked at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart, where it stood for two weeks, and #1 on the Top R&B/Hip Hop chart, where it stood for six weeks. The album was just as commercially successful as the film and was certified double platinum only two months laterDuring the 90s, it seemed that every soundtrack was a hit and the Friday soundtrack followed suit.… Read more

Quick Guide To Self-Care For The ‘Strong One’ In The Friend Group

Ever heard phrases like “You always know what to say” or “Thanks for always being there for me”? If you’re the designated “strong one” in your friend group, you’ve likely received these affirmations. While these relationships should ideally be reciprocal, many of us, as the reliable pillar, find ourselves in situations where others gladly take from our cup without replenishing it. As strong friends, who do we run to when we need support? Cue The Jones Girls.… Read more

Hip-Hop Community Reacts To The Legendary DJ Mister Cee Passing

Earlier today (Apr. 10) it was announced that DJ Mister Cee had passed away. The Hip-Hop community is now paying the late great his respects.

It is always a huge loss for the culture when one of their greatest architects transitions. Born Calvin LeBrun the Brooklyn, New York native would be first introduced at Big Daddy Kane’s DJ. Years later he would play a pivotal role in discovering The Notorious B.I.G. and served as the executive producer for his seminal debut Ready To Die.… Read more

O.J. Simpson dead at 76

O.J. Simpson, the former NFL star and broadcaster whose athletic achievements and fame were eclipsed by his 1995 acquittal in the brutal killings of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman, has died of cancer, his family announced Thursday on X. He was 76.

A post from the “Simpson Family” on Simpson’s verified X account Thursday morning said: “On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer.”

“He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.… Read more

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