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  • Official Album Cover: Rihanna – Rated R

    Posted by: Def Pen Radio

    Here’s the album cover of Rihanna’s album “Rated R”

    CLICK HERE FOR ALBUM COVER

  • No Guarantees on Senate Health Bill’s Public Plan

    The focus of the health overhaul debate now shifts to whether Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid can persuade a handful of moderate senators to get behind his new proposal for a government-sponsored insurance plan.

  • Motor City Overhaul

    When black enterprise announced its decision to have its 2009 Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo in Detroit, the move raised more than a few eyebrows. After all, if the nation was in a recession at the time, surely Detroit must be in a full-fledged depression. The automotive industry—the city’s lifeblood—was facing its worst business climate ever, prompting massive layoffs, restructurings, and, in General Motors’ case, bankruptcy. The city, which was struggling prior to the events in the auto industry, had to contend with high rates of unemployment and poverty as well as real estate values that had plummeted to the point where a significant portion of the population found their mortgage balance exceeded the value of their homes.

  • Banks Offer College Saving Deals: Are These The Best Financing Plans?

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    Banks and credit unions are developing new methods of helping families finance college educations. In this economy, families have seen certain accounts set aside for financing education, such as those funded by stock portfolios, steeply decline in value. On top of that, tuition costs at top schools have increased by 62% over the past ten years, cutting sharply into education savings. To help families cope with these trends, “a growing number of financial institutions are rolling out incentives to help families save or pay for higher education,” according to USA Today.

    Two examples of these college saving offerings include:

    Citizens Bank is giving a $1,000 bonus to consumers who open a college savings account by a child’s sixth birthday. Justice Federal Credit Union – which serves Department of Justice and Homeland Security employees – is offering a discount on a loan to pay for college costs. And Grow Financial Federal Credit Union in Tampa is donating money to student scholarships based on a local university football team’s “return yards,” which is how far players run with the ball after receiving a punt or kick. (USA Today)

    A new college saving deal offered by your bank may be the right thing for your family. Yet, financial experts urge consumers to carefully evaluate any college saving incentive. The motive for lending institutions to create these deals is to build better relationships with a future generation of customers. The student of today will need loans for grown-up purchases like houses once a college education is fully financed. Thus a bank’s offering may not necessarily be in your best interest. You will still want to shop around for college savings plans that net you and your student the best deal.

    What are some additional ways of saving for and paying for college during tough economic times? State 529 plans are one important tool in a parent’s arsenal for paying for college, and should be explored fully. Please see SmartMoney.com for more great college saving advice.

     

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  • Phillies, Yankees set for World Series (AP)

    Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Ryan Madson(notes) arrives at Penn Station Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, in New York, with an unidentified woman after taking the train from Philadelphia with his team. The Phillies face the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the Major League Baseball World Series Wednesday at Yankee Stadium in New York.

    All-Stars at most spots, mixed in with MVPs and Cy Young winners. A rich roster, full of World Series success. So how come the defending champion Philadelphia Phillies are such underdogs? Probably because they're facing the team that has defined championship baseball for so long. Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees, hoping to include Alex Rodriguez in a…

  • Jackson’s TDs lift Eagles over Redskins (AP)

    Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Will Witherspoon(notes) scores a touchdown after incepting the ball during the first quarter of the NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Monday, Oct. 26, 2009 in Landover, Md. The Eagles won the game 27-17.

    DeSean Jackson scored on a 67-yard run and a 57-yard reception, both in the first half. His night might have been perfect if his tender right ankle hadn't messed up his touchdown tap dance. "I was out there having fun, man, honestly," Jackson said. "My ankle was kind of hurting. I really didn't feel it, but it did kind of affect my dance a little bit.

  • Clippers F Griffin could miss 6 weeks (AP)

    Blake Griffin's NBA debut has been pushed back indefinitely after the Los Angeles Clippers revealed late Monday night that their No. 1 overall draft pick has a broken left kneecap. The stress fracture could sideline the Oklahoma star for six weeks, the team announced, promising further information Tuesday.

  • Spotted: Boyz II Men & Disney’s First Black Princess

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    The Princess and the FrogSpotted: Boyz II Men & Disney's First Black Princess

    Grammy Award winning R&B supergroup Boyz II Men (l-r Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman and Nathan Morris) were on hand for the big official debut of Princess Tiana (of the forthcoming animated movie ‘The Princess and the Frog’) at the Magic Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Florida on Oct. 26, 2009. The former Motown Records hit-makers visited the world’s most famous amusement destination as part of Disneyworld’s annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, where they performed a string of hits during the “Eat to the Beat” event. Earlier in the day, the ‘End of the Road’ singers helped welcome Princess Tiana during her theme park debut, which included an official procession, a New Orleans-inspired second line parade, and a 15 minute musical presentation.

     

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  • Cowboys give LB Ware $78M over 6 years (AP)

    FILE -- In this Sept. 28, 2009 file photo, Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarcus Ware(notes) (94) stands on the sidelines before the start of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Arlington, Texas. Ware finally has his big contract with the Dallas Cowboys. He just won't be getting paid as much as some of the elite quarterbacks he will be trying to sack. After months of talks that intensified over the past two weeks, Ware agreed Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, to a $78 million, six-year deal through the 2015 season that guarantees him $40 million.

    Three-time Pro Bowl linebacker DeMarcus Ware finally has his big contract with the Dallas Cowboys. He just won't be getting paid as much as some of the elite quarterbacks he will be trying to sack. After months of talks that intensified over the past two weeks, Ware agreed Monday to a $78 million, six-year deal through the 2015 season that guarantees him $40 million.

  • McGwire to be coach for La Russa’s Cards (AP)

    Mark McGwire is back in baseball, reunited with Tony La Russa as the St. Louis Cardinals' hitting coach. La Russa agreed to return for a 15th year as manager Monday with a one-year contract, the first time he hasn't had a multiyear deal with the team. All of his coaches will return except for Hal McRae, who will be replaced by the former star.

  • How To Use A Colon Cleanser To Lose Weight

    Life Does your cat polish your floor with his stomach as he walks? Is his food bowl bigger than your head? Do you grunt when you try to pick him up? Does he bounce when he lands on the floor? Do you spend more on his food bill than your own?

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  • Charles Barkley wants to be NBA GM (AP)

    Charles Barkley thinks he can do better than some of the general managers he criticizes on TV. The Hall of Fame player and TNT analyst said Monday he'd like his chance to run an NBA team, though he's in no rush because he'd want the right job. "I think that it'd be fun to try to build my own team," Barkley said at a luncheon, joined by studio partners Kenny Smith and Ernie…

  • A Voyage into the Black Diaspora

    In many respects when African Americans travel, they are no different than travelers from every culture, says Nelson George, travel expert-at-large for BlackAtlas.com. At the same time, they are often curious to learn about the black people, neighborhoods, restaurants, and historical sites in a city that have particular historical significance to the black experience.

  • SNEAK PEEK: Chris Brown – "I Can Transform Ya"

    Posted by: Wavey Willie

    Chris Brown – “I Can Transform” Ya Video Premiere Tuesday Premieres Tuesday October 27th 6AM

  • Fla. Man Arraigned in Throat Slashings of Family

    A Florida man accused of slashing the throats of his wife and five children has pleaded not guilty.

  • Grindettes: My Kick Game is Nice

    Posted by: PiperMckei

    Im so excited for the Spring 2010 collection from Alexander McQueen. The shoes are out of this world and celebrity stylist June Ambrose has been spotted wearing them already! They are called the “Monster Shoe” Peep the pictures below

                            
                            
                          
                           
      
    June Ambrose in the “Monster Shoe” by Alexander McQueen
    She is the 1ST Sighting…Im sure there will be more sightings to come
                    

  • Natural Born Hustler

    Is entrepreneurship learned or innate? While working on a young entrepreneurs package slated to run on BlackEnterprise.com tomorrow, a co-worker questioned how many of the subjects in the series had a family member who inspired them to venture into entrepreneurship.

  • Tyler Perry: Responding to Spike Lee’s ‘Coonery’ Criticism

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    Tyler Perry: Responds to Spike Lee

    With eight consistent films under his belt, Tyler Perry has overcome the odds of not only his upbringing but also setting the bar as one of Hollywood’s most relentless and profitable directors. As his dear friend and mentor, Oprah Winfrey recently stated, “Do not play him small, because he is not some lucky rich negro!” This and much more was all discussed on tonight’s episode of the long-running newsmagazine show ’60 Minutes,’ where the critically acclaimed director-actor discussed an array of topics including being abused by his father, Emmitt, as a child to firing back at Spike Lee‘s controversial comments comparing Perry’s body of work to “coonery and buffoonery.”

    Check out a video clip of Tyler Perry’s reaction to Spike Lee below.

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    Six Degrees of Tyler Perry
    Six Degrees of Tyler Perry
    In just four years, Tyler Perry has become the toast of Hollywood. Could you name another director black or white who can boast of having released six feature movie projects within a three year period? Nope. Check out Six Degrees of Tyler Perry.
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    Six Degrees of Tyler Perry

      Six Degrees of Tyler Perry
      In just three years, Tyler Perry has become the toast of Hollywood. Could you name another director black or white who can boast of having released six feature movie projects within a three year period? Nope. Not only did the New Orleans native write all of the storylines for the films, he starred in four. Combined, five of the films have grossed upwards of $250 million worldwide, some within budgets below $6 million. And with the major money train also comes associating with some of the biggest names in and out of the entertainment business. BlackVoices.com takes an introspective look at how a former homeless man turned chit’lin circuit theater czar has connections to the likes of Michael Jackson, Denzel Washington, Whitney Houston and Will Smith, to name a few. Check out Six Degrees of Tyler Perry.

      Tyler Perry
      The best-selling playwright turned Hollywood hot-shot (real name: Emmitt R. Perry, Jr.) was born Sept. 14, 1969 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

      Ray Nagin
      Another New Orleans native, Ray Nagin, Jr. was elected into the office of Mayor of the Crescent City on March 6, 2002.

      Labelle
      Known as the music capitol of the Gulf Coast, New Orleans was also the setting for ‘Lady Marmalade,’ a hit song from 1970s glam-soul trio Labelle, comprised of Patti LaBelle, Nona Hendryx and Sara Dash.

      Lenny Kravitz
      Modern day rock & roll demigod Lenny Kravitz is one of the top-notch talents chosen to produce Labelle’s long-awaited reunion album, ‘Back to Now,’ due out later this year via Verve Records.

      Lisa Bonet
      ‘The Cosby Show’ and ‘A Different World’ star Lisa Bonet eloped with Lenny Kravitz in November 1987. Their daughter Zoe Isaballe Kravitz was born the next year. The couple separated in 1991.

      Gary Dourdan
      ‘C.S.I.’ actor Gary Dourdan played Cree Summer‘s character’s love interest Shazza Zulu on the NBC sitcom ‘A Different World,’ which was originally developed as a spin-off vehicle for Lisa Bonet. The Philadelphia native appeared on 13 episodes from 1991 to 1992.

      Janet Jackson
      Gary Dourdan also played the love interest of Janet Jackson in the music video for her chart-topping ballad, ‘Again,’ in 1993.

      Tyler Perry
      Janet Jackson starred in the lead role of Tyler Perry‘s box office smash, ‘Why Did I Get Married?’ The twice divorced pop star won an NAACP Image Award for her performance.

      Ruben Cannon
      One of the most respected executives in Hollywood, Ruben Cannon has served as a casting director of film and TV projects dating all the way back to 1977. He co-executive produced Tyler Perry‘s ‘Why Did I Get Married?’

     

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  • Boston Market $1 Meal Deal

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    KFC isn’t the only game in town offering cheap eats. Now through Monday, Nov. 1, you can stop by your neighborhood Boston Market and get an entire MEAL for $1. You read it right, $1 MEAL! Click this link to download your free coupon for the $1 Boston Market chicken meal coupons. Only one coupon can be redeemed per person, per visit.

    Coupons are good for a quarter chicken, mashed potatoes and corn bread. Don’t miss out on this great deal. You’ll also find other valuable coupons on the Boston Market site valid until Nov. 25. But none like the $1 deal!

    BV came across another fast food deal. You may have heard about the new Black Jack tacos at Taco Bell. Well, it seems most of its participating restaurants are doling out free Black Jack tacos on Halloween night from 6PM to midnight. No coupon is necessary. Just stop in and get your freebie!

     

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  • Yankees win first AL pennant since 2003 (AP)

    Los Angeles Angels' Scott Kazmir(notes) walks off the field after being relieved by Jered Weaver(notes) during the eighth inning of Game 6 of the American League Championship baseball series Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, in New York. The Yankees defeated the Los Angeles Angels 5-2 to win the American League Championship.

    They dashed from the dugout and in from the outfield, swarming Alex Rodriguez in a sea of pinstripes only steps from his spot at third base. "I couldn't be more excited," he said. "I feel like a 10-year-old kid." Making it to the World Series for the first time after all those misses will do that to you.

  • Cardinals baffle Manning, beat Giants (AP)

    Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Alan Branch(notes) (78) celebrates with teammate Chike Okeafor(notes) (56) after sacking New York Giants' Eli Manning(notes) (10) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Cardinals won the game 24-17.

    The Arizona Cardinals conquered their House of Horrors with a new approach: scary defense. A team built around the passing of Kurt Warner and receiving of Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin could be downright dominant with a stingy defense. And it sure wasn't the offense that carried the Cardinals to just their third win in 18 visits to the Meadowlands, 24-17 over the New York Giants on Sunday…

  • Steelers’ 2 defensive TDs do in Vikings (AP)

    Minnesota Vikings Adrian Peterson (28) is tackled by Troy Polamalu(notes) (43) in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, in Pittsburgh.

    Brett Favre, Adrian Peterson and the Minnesota Vikings were anything but perfect. The Vikings couldn't gain a half-yard when it might have turned the game, then watched the Steelers' big-play defense end their unbeaten season with two long touchdown returns in the final 6 1/2 minutes. LaMarr Woodley's 77-yard fumble return and Keyaron Fox's 82-yard interception return on turnovers…

  • McGwire to be LaRussa’s hitting coach? (AP)

    FILE -- This is an Aug. 7, 2009, file photo showing St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa during a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, in Pittsburgh. Nearly two weeks after his team was swept in the first round of the playoffs, Tony La Russa is still trying to decide whether he wants to return for a 15th season as St. Louis Cardinals manager.

    Cardinals manager Tony La Russa took a flight from his West Coast home to St. Louis on Sunday for further talks about his future. There was a report, too, Mark McGwire might join him as a coach. La Russa told the Associated Press in a telephone interview before boarding a plane that discussions were ongoing, and that he was planning to attend a Bruce Springsteen concert later that evening.

  • Maybe You Should Re-Think Sex With An Ex

    Posted by: BlogXilla

    Having sexual relations with someone who you are no longer with, usually sounds like it is not such a good idea. Since that person is indeed in the past, it kind of gives you the sense that you are moving backwards, even if it is just for intercourse. Anyone you have had some kind of history with, complicated or not, will make it almost impossible to not re hatch these feelings during some late night rendezvous. I know I may get a backlash for this, but women, we know that along with sex there are times we also develop an attachment and/or emotion with that person we have chose to bring back in our bedroom. Now add an EX into the equation, and it further complicates things. Which is ironic, because “X” in mathematical terms, means nothing, so when it comes to sex, why does the X mean so much?

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  • Lil Wayne’s Cash Money Label Bosses Issue Statement On Guilty Plea

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    MTV.com

    “The Cash Money family will continue to support our artist and friend Lil Wayne in his current court case,” the Williams brothers said in a joint statement. …
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  • Yankees, Angels try again to play Game 6 (AP)

    An hour after Game 6 of the AL championship series was postponed, there was Andy Pettitte in a nearly empty Yankee Stadium, drenched in the pouring rain. With his short hair soaked and sweat shirt dripping, the New York Yankees' pitcher played catch in the outfield and ran light sprints through thick puddles on the warning track before finally grabbing some cover in the dugout.

  • Padres hire Red Sox’s Hoyer as GM (AP)

    Jed Hoyer was once co-general manager of the Boston Red Sox for 44 days after Theo Epstein walked away from the job. Now Hoyer has a GM gig of his own. The San Diego Padres have hired Hoyer as their new general manager, a person with knowledge of the situation said Saturday. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the formal announcement won't be until Monday.

  • **PHOTOS** Two Things Amber Rose Won’t Do

    Posted by: BlogXilla

    Amber Rose flashes her flat stomach while hanging out at her stylist Congo Green’s birthday party at Spaghetti Warehouse in Philadelphia on Friday (October 23).

    The 26-year-old model was at the party sans boyfriend Kanye West. Amber recently told the LA Times two things she wouldn’t do , saying, “Don’t ask me to grow out my hair or lose any weight. I want to represent real women who have curves!”

     

     

     

     

     

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  • RIP Mermaid Girl

    Posted by: The Connector

    Yes, it is a sad day. The ten year old little girl, named Shiloh Pepin, known as the mermaid girl has died. The little girl was born with a disease known as mermaid syndrome died on Friday after catching a cold that progressively worsened until she had pneumonia. The girl when she was born was not expected to live more than a few days, but somehow she managed to live on til the age of ten. A story of strength and courage to be sure.

    The little girl won the hearts of many after appearing on The Oprah Winfrey Show and having her own documentary on TLC. Shiloh never had the surgery that could separate her legs from each other. Her legs were fused in such a way that major blood vessels would have been damaged and the operation would have caused her death.

    Her mother had the following to say about her daughter Shiloh “She was a tough little thing.” I think that right there is an understatement. Rest in peace, Little Mermaid. \

  • A Message to Black Women: Why You Shouldn’t Limit Yourself to Black Men