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Wendy’s Window: The Life and Legacy of Nelson Mandela Calls Us All to Act as Global Citizens
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Wendy’s Window: The Life and Legacy of Nelson Mandela Calls Us All to Act as Global Citizens

Wendy GladneyDecember 13, 2018

As I sit to write this article, I am overlooking where the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez intersect in Los Cabos, Mexico.  My heart is full because I’ve had the opportunity to travel around the world and I enjoy being a Global Citizen.  I embrace this term not just because of my ability to travel, but also because I truly have a heart and compassion for the people of the world.

WATCH: Beyonce and Jay Z Arrive in South Africa with Family to Celebrate Mandela at Global Citizen Festival
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WATCH: Beyonce and Jay Z Arrive in South Africa with Family to Celebrate Mandela at Global Citizen Festival

Niele AndersonNovember 30, 2018

The Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 is set to air  on MSNBC  Sunday, December 2, from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m EDT. The star studded event will be headlined by the dynamic duo “The Carters”. Jay Z and Beyonce arrived in South Africa and will honor the mission of Nelson Mandela who would have been 100 this year.   Before the couple arrived,  Beyonce penned a letter expressing her personal mission to be a “global citizen” because of Mandela. Read letter below: Dear Madiba, I first met you in 2004 for the 46664 AIDS Benefit Concert in Cape Town, and

Success On “The Way” Ask Dr. Jeanette-Kanye West ‘Think for Yourself Man!’
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Success On “The Way” Ask Dr. Jeanette-Kanye West ‘Think for Yourself Man!’

Dr. Jeanette ParkerOctober 25, 2018

Kanye Omari West: American rapper/singer/songwriter/record producer/ entrepreneur/fashion designer was born 1977 in Atlanta, raised in Chicago, Kanye first became known as a producer for Roc-A-Fella Records in the early 2000s, producing hit singles for recording artists such as Jay-Z, Ludacris and Alicia Keys.

Beyonce, Jay Z Appear At City Of Hope Cancer Charity Event
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Beyonce, Jay Z Appear At City Of Hope Cancer Charity Event

Jonathan Landrum Jr., AP Entertainment WriterOctober 18, 2018

The singer’s vocals soared as she performed three ballads including her 2009 smash hit “Halo” and “Ava Maria” after saluting the character of Warner/Chappell Music Publishing CEO Jon Platt at the City of Hope gala near Los Angeles on Thursday night. She took the stage following her husband, Jay Z, who presented Platt with the Spirit of Life award during a charity event that raised more than $6 million.

The Criminalization of Poverty: Cash Bail for Non-Violent Misdemeanors Perpetuates Unequal Treatment Under the Law
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The Criminalization of Poverty: Cash Bail for Non-Violent Misdemeanors Perpetuates Unequal Treatment Under the Law

Marc H. Morial, President and CEO National Urban LeagueSeptember 28, 2018

Our nation’s racially-discriminatory cash bail system has left hundreds of non-violent misdemeanor suspects to die in jail while awaiting trial, simply because they are poor. A 2015 study identified more than 800 deaths in local jails and lockups; more than 75% of those in local jails have not been convicted, and 70% of those awaiting trial are detained for non-violent offenses. 

Beyonce Gives Glimpse of Twins and Flaunts Real Hair with ‘Behind the Scenes’ of Vogue Cover Shoot
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Beyonce Gives Glimpse of Twins and Flaunts Real Hair with ‘Behind the Scenes’ of Vogue Cover Shoot

Niele AndersonAugust 20, 2018

Beyonce continues to speak on her terms without words. Her latest conversation is through recently released behind the scenes videos, of her newly iconic photo shoot for Vogue. The internet went crazy as Beyonce made the cover of Vogue during her birthday month, making history by choosing the first African American photographer  to ever shot a Vogue cover, Tyler Mitchell.   During the released videos she shows off her motherly charm and gets her hair braided.     Some have questioned the length of Mrs. Carter hair and she gives you the reality of the length in the videos.    

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Former President Barack Obama Spotted at Jay Z and Beyonce Concert and Having Lunch with Joe Biden

Niele AndersonJuly 30, 2018

Former President Barack Obama is making headlines but its not for collusion or obstruction of justice. Rather the former president has been showing off his dance moves at the Jay Z and Beyonce concert and politicking with his former VP Joe Biden. Take a look below: First Lady Michelle Obama and President Barack Obama spotted living there best life at the On the Run II Tour DC stop: President Barack Obama and VP Joe Biden spotted grabbing a bite to eat in DC:

WATCH: Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story, a Six-Part Docu-Series Set to Premiere July 30th
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WATCH: Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story, a Six-Part Docu-Series Set to Premiere July 30th

Sentinel WireJuly 27, 2018

ABOUT REST IN POWER: THE TRAYVON MARTIN STORY Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story examines the life and legacy of Trayvon Martin. The six-part, unscripted documentary series looks at one of the most talked-about and controversial events of the last decade, including the worldwide Black Lives Matter movement that grew after Trayvon’s death. Rest in Power not only examines the tragedy of Martin’s death but also “race, politics, power, money and the criminal justice system.” Shawn Carter (Jay Z) executive produced the series alongside Sybrina Fulton, Tracy Martin, Chachi Senior, Michael Gasparro, Jenner Furst, Julia Willoughby Nason, and Nick