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https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yllvjgpk6o
bbc.com
After Diddy: Hip-hop is struggling to have its own 'MeToo' moment
The Combs verdict in itself is unlikely to lead to wider changes in the industry, according to insiders
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Remember the hype about this?
https://afrotech.com/akon-city-project
afrotech.com
Akon’s $6B Plan To Build A Real-Life 'Wakanda’ In Senegal ‘No Longer Exists’ - AfroTech
Akon’s $6B Plan To Build A Real-Life 'Wakanda’ In Senegal ‘No Longer Exists’ - AfroTech
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As a writer/producer/consultant I’m always looking for new things to watch, read, hear, etc.
Would love to hear what you’re into right now. Some new show or movie on the streamers?! A fun and entertaining account on TikTok or other socials?
My current YAY: Justin Willman’s MAGIC FOR HUMANS on Netflix
My current NAY: THE OLD GUARD 2 on…
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My series of the year was Mobland. Totally enjoyable. Made me want to watch more things written by Ronan Bennett. I’m finding the third season of the Gilded Age to be a bit boring and predictable. It’s feeling more and more like a warmed over Downton Abbey remake, although I love how Salli Richardson gives the Black storyline a lot more…
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Most recent highlights were Mobland, The Day of the Jackal, Slow Horses, and Black Doves. All great watches.
My podcast fave/Tuesday therapy session, is The Bald And The Beautiful with Trixie and Katya, who are two completely deranged drag queens (typically out of drag for the podcast; go figure) who make me guffaw even when I feel like… Read more
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Another vote for Slow Horses. Great show! I’m currently enjoying Mr. Inbetween.
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I’m currently all in on the 50 Cent cinematic universe. BMF is currently airing, and the season is off to a good start. I’m also re-watching Animal Kingdom now that it’s on Netflix. I finished Godfather of Harlem and eagerly await season 5.
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wwltv.com
Essence Festival sees smaller crowds and late start for Lauryn Hill’s set
Opening night at the Superdome ran late, with R&B star Lauryn Hill closing her set at 3:37 a.m. after being added to the Essence Fest lineup just days earlier.
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If I had the power, I would mandate that Americans take yearly philosophy courses.
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“Rapper LL Cool J and R&B singer Jazmine Sullivan say they will not perform at a Fourth of July festival in Philadelphia in support of a strike by nearly 10,000 city workers in Philadelphia.
LL Cool J had been scheduled to appear at the Wawa Welcome America Festival on Friday, along with Sullivan and other performers.
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Wow…
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/michael-madsen-dies-age-67-actor-reservoir-dogs/
cbsnews.com
Michael Madsen, actor known for "Reservoir Dogs" and "Kill Bill Vol. 2," dies at age 67
Michael Madsen apparently went into cardiac arrest and was found unresponsive in his home in Malibu, California, on Thursday morning, according to his manager.
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Yeesh.
https://www.cnn.com/entertainment/live-news/sean-diddy-combs-trial-07-02-25
cnn.com
Live updates: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial verdict, acquitted of racketeering | CNN
Jurors in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal criminal trial acquitted him of the most serious charges — racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking — but found him guilty of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. Follow for live updates.
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I’m still trying to wrap my head around the verdict. To separate the legal from the emotion. We heard some horrible things about this “man.” Bad Boys was not created to be a criminal enterprise. Howver, I believe he used his organization to further his nasty and violent desires.
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Sounds like 4333 Crenshaw closed up with a celebration of all celebrations. Looking forward to what this community brings in this virtual space, and still grateful I was able to secure some literature off the walls.
Some feedback – can we have an “other” option or the ability to post without selecting a topic?
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I can create the ‘other’ category. You’ve got it!
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Done.
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