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College Loan Interest Rates to Double by July
Going to college has just got costlier. For incoming freshmen this year, the interest rates on their student loans will be $5,000 more than their predecessors if Congress doesn’t act on preventing...
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Michael Clarke Duncan’s Sister to Investigate Omarosa Over Will
Getty Michael Clarke Duncan’s sister wants the late actor’s fiance, Omarosa Manigault, investigated because she thinks the Celebrity Apprentice star tricked her brother into re-writing his will and...
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Kanye West Sued for Copyright Infringement in ‘Gold Digger’ Song
Kanye West is being accused of sampling singer David Pryor’s “Bumpin’ Bus Stop” (recorded in 1974) in his song “Gold Digger” without permission, according to TMZ. Pryor’s children, Trena Steward and...
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Man Pulls Out BB Gun as Obama’s Motorcade Passes
A man was arrested in Connecticut Monday afternoon after he pulled out a BB gun as President Barack Obama’s motorcade passed by, according to authorities. Police say the unidentified man was acting...
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Robin Kelly to Succeed Jesse Jackson Jr.’s Congressional Seat
Former Illinois state Rep. Robin Kelly won Tuesday’s special election to succeed Jesse Jackson Jr., as congressional representative. Kelly, whose campaign received $2 million from New York City Mayor...
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White House to Propose Market Interest Rates for Student Loan Debt
In an attempt to subside the treacherous effects of student debt, the White House is expected to propose that student loan interest rates be based on the market and not by a fixed rate, presently...
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News Corp. Threatens to Pull Fox Network Off Air Over Aereo Dispute
News Corp. has threatened to pull the Fox Network off the air and make it a subscription service that consumers would have to pay for if the courts are not able to protect Fox’s business from the...
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Rand Paul Clashes With Student During Speech At Howard University
In an attempt to build a bridge between the Republican party and black voters, Rep. Rand Paul (R-KY) visited the campus of Howard University to discuss the GOP’s “daunting task” of recruiting...
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Africa Has Its First Traditional Gay Wedding?
A circulated video of a gay couple exchanging their vows in Africa has been characterized as the continent’s first same-sex traditional wedding. Tshepo Cameron Modisane and Thoba Calvin Sithol, both...
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Michelle Obama Tears Up During Gun Violence Speech in Chicago
First Lady Michelle Obama teared up while giving a speech on gun violence in Chicago yesterday. Obama, who was in Chicago to speak with business leaders about the need to eliminate gun violence, held...
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Black College Athlete Graduation Rates Improve
The overall graduation rates of NCAA basketball players this year have improved, particularly among African-American athletes, according to an annual report by the University of Central Florida’s...
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Michael Jordan Paternity Suit is Dropped
The lawyer of Pamela Smith withdrew her paternity suit against NBA legend Michael Jordan, but left open the possibility that it could be refiled, according to the Associated Press. The Atlanta attorney...
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Man Pleads Not Guilty in Death of Usher’s Stepson
The man accused of being responsible for the death of Usher’s 11-year-old stepson has pleaded not guilty to charges in the boating collision. Jeffrey Simon Hubbard entered the not guilty plea Tuesday...
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Elmo Puppeteer Kevin Clash Sued Over Alleged Meth Sex Parties
Kevin Clash, the voice of Sesame Street’s Elmo, has been hit with yet another lawsuit. The 52-year-old is being accused by a man named Sheldon Stephens who says Clash lured him to crystal meth sex...
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Popular Political Commentator Roland Martin Ejected from CNN
(Image: File) Political commentator Roland Martin confirmed on Twitter that he will be exiting his six-year gig at CNN. Responding to a tweet from a Twitter follower asking him when he would be...
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Low-Wage Workers Feel Worse off Now than During Recession
American low-income workers, those who make $35,000 or less annually, are generally pessimistic about their finances and career prospects, according to a new Associated Press survey. The survey...
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Rihanna’s 10 Tour Buses Stopped, Weed Found
Pop star Rihanna’s ten tour buses were stopped in route to Canada for a marijuana search. After smelling marijuana on one tour bus, law officers stopped and searched all ten tour buses, eventually...
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Publishing, Record Companies Fight Over Aaliyah’s Music
Twelve years after the late singer Aaliyah was killed in a plane crash, there’s a legal battle over the rights to her music. Reservoir Media Management, which claims to own the rights to the...
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After CNN Dumped Martin and Soledad, Is Cable News Becoming Too White?
(Image: File) Cable networks like CNN and MSNC are being criticized for their lack of diversity. After recently letting go its most high-profile anchor of color, Soledad O’Brien, as well as soon-t0-be...
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Omarosa Sues LaToya Jackson Over Remarks on Late Fiance’s Death
Getty Reality villain Omarosa Manigault is reportedly seeking legal action against “All-Star Celebrity Apprentice” co-star LaToya Jackson for a comment made about her late fiance Michael Clarke Duncan....
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‘Things Fall Apart’ Author Chinua Achebe Dead at 82
Nigerian author Chinua Achebe, who wrote the popular novel “Things Fall Apart,” died at 82. Achebe died following a brief illness, said his agent, Andrew Wylie. Achebe dedicated his literary career to...
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In 29 States It’s Legal to Fire Employees for Being Gay
In 29 states it’s legal to fire an employee for being gay, according to CNN. While on a national level many Americans have evolved on the issue of same-sex marriage, in many states like Mississippi,...
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Nonprofit Starts Campaign to End Digital Divide Among Black Americans
Connect2Compete, a non-profit group whose goal is to eliminate the digital divide in the United States, has introduced a campaign to those who are not digitally literate find free training to obtain...
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Rihanna Gets Permanent Restraining Order Against Stalker
Rihanna’s request for a restraining order against a fan has been granted. A court ordered that there must be at least 100 yards between the singer and a man arrested for attempting to break into her...
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Arrest Warrant Issued for Rapper Gucci Mane
Rapper Gucci Mane is once again on the wrong side of the law. A warrant is out for his arrest in Atlanta after the rapper allegedly hit a fan in the head with a champagne bottle. The fan, who says he...
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Joke Gone Wrong: Karl Roves Says ‘Donna Brazile Owes Me Some Fried Chicken’
During an appearance on ABC’s This Week, Republican strategist Karl Rove joked with Democratic strategist Donna Brazile about the state of the Republican Party — only it took a puzzling turn. During an...
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Network Wars: NBC Bans Ann Curry from Tweeting Sympathy to ABC’s Robin Roberts?
It appears the ratings competition between NBC’s Today show and ABC’s Good Morning America is so perverse that “Today” banned anchor Ann Curry from tweeting a note of sympathy to ABC anchor Robin...
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Student Debt Becomes Chief Concern for College Applicants
Remember the days when choosing the right college centered on the faculty, curriculum, or prestigious reputation? A new study suggests those days are over. Today’s college applicants are more concerned...
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Oscar de la Renta Says Michelle Obama Does Not Influence Fashion Today
Fashion designer Oscar de la Renta weighed on First Lady Michelle Obama’s fashion during an event in Mexico. Addressing his poor relationship with Mrs. Obama, de la Renta said that the first lady does...
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Whitney’s Sister-in-Law Pat Houston Has Suicide Scare
Pat Houston, the sister-in-law and manager of Whitney Houston, reportedly had a suicide scare when cops were called to her home after a suspicious Facebook post. Houston, who starred in the reality...
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Sasha and Malia Obama’s Spring Break Trip Criticized by Republicans
President Obama plans to spend the weekend at Camp David with his family (Image: Getty) Republican representative Steve King pulled off his gloves during a local radio show, criticizing Sasha and Malia...
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Judge Joe Brown Cancelled After 15 Seasons
CBS network has pulled the plug on the long-standing television program, “Judge Joe Brown,” after 15 seasons. Judge Brown’s courtroom show was the second highest in television syndication. The decision...
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Staggering Number of College Graduates Working on Minimum Wage
The days when college graduates earned big bucks are long gone, according to a new report by the Wall Street Journal. About 284,000 Americans with college degrees were working minimum wage jobs last...
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Singer Prince to be Called as Witness in Michael Jackson Case?
Prince may be called to the witness stand to testify during the Michael Jackson wrongful death lawsuit hearing, according to filed documents by Katherine Jackson’s legal team. Katherine, along with...
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Members of En Vogue Battle Over Legal Rights to Group’s Name
Two of the original members of female group, En Vogue, won a lawsuit against their former bandmates over the legal rights of the group’s name, according to TMZ. A judge granted Cindy Herron and Terry...
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Georgia Town Requires Households to Own Gun
Nelson, a small Georgia city north of Atlanta, is requiring the head of virtually every household to own a firearm. The town’s five-member council voted on the bill with unanimous approval. Nelson,...
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New York Politicians Arrested For Trying to Rig Mayoral Election
New York politicians Malcolm Smith and Dan Halloran were reportedly arrested early Tuesday morning for attempting to rig this year’s mayoral election. FBI agents took State Senator Smith and City...
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Diddy Tops Forbes List of Wealthiest Hip-Hop Artists
Sean “Diddy” Combs tops this year’s Forbes list of hip-hop’s wealthiest artists with an estimated worth of $580 million. Diddy, who is the founder of Bad Boy Records and the Sean John clothing line,...
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AEG Live to Bring Up Michael Jackson’s Past, Drug Addiction in Lawsuit
AEG Live is playing dirty in the Michael Jackson wrongful death lawsuit filed by Katherine Jackson and Michael’s children. In an attempt to defend itself from liability for Jackson’s death in 2009, AEG...
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MSNBC Adds Karen Finney to Anchor Lineup After Push for Diversity
MSNBC has added Karen Finney as the host of an afternoon program airing on weekend’s from 4-5 p.m., joining Melissa Harris-Perry as the only African-American women to host such a time slot. The new...
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Black Fox News Contributor: “Poverty Can Feel A Little Comfortable”
Fox News contributor Charles Payne recently criticized U.S. assistance programs like welfare and food stamps, asserting they can start to make poverty feel “a little comfortable.” Payne’s comments...
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Want to Intern for Diddy? Charity Buzz Offers you the Chance for a Price
Ever wanted to intern at Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Bad Boy Records? Well now you can — but it’ll cost you. Charitybuzz, a charity website that allows bidders to bid money for their dream celebrity encounter...
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Elmo Puppeteer Kevin Clash Sued for a Fifth Time
Former voice of Sesame Street’s Elmo, Kevin Clash, is being hit with yet another lawsuit. A fifth male is accusing Clash of sexual impropriety when he was underage. Kevin Kiadii, a 25-year-old makeup...
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Pastor Claims Obama is Racist Because Mother ‘Hated Being White’
A pastor claimed that President Barack Obama is racist against white people and that his mother influenced this thinking because she “hated being white.” Jesse Lee Peterson, who has been a guest on Fox...
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Fast Food Forward Organizes NYC Strike Over Low Wages
NYTimes.com New York fast food workers who say they can’t live off of minimum wage are protesting restaurants for higher wages. Joining a fast-food labor campaign called Fast Food Forward, workers (who...
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Cops Catch Gang Members Through Facebook and Twitter Posts
Who needs a forensic team when you have social media? New York police officers busted three Manhattan gangs simply by following leads on their Facebook, Twitter and YouTube accounts. “God forgives I...
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Magic Johnson Opens Up on Support for Gay Son
Magic Johnson opened up candidly on his son, Earvin “EJ” Johnson III, coming out as gay and expressed his support during an interview with TMZ. Johnson said that he knew his son was gay before EJ told...
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Obama Budget Proposal to Cut Social Security
Now you see them, then you won't: Social Security checks will soon disappear. President Barack Obama’s budget proposal will include reductions in the growth of Social Security and other benefit...
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‘Basketball Wives LA’ Star Jackie Christie, A Jack Of All Trades [Exclusive]
'One reason that I started Jackie Christie Inc. was so that I could create jobs and help as many people as possible' Jackie Christie may be the better half of former NBA star Doug Christie, but rest...
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Exclusive: Keke Palmer’s Television Takeover
Keke Palmer may be young, but she certainly has nothing to prove. Since before the age of 13, she’s been entertaining audiences in film, television and even music. As a former child star on...
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