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EntertainmentDafne Keen Reflects on Child Acting Pressures and Set Safety
Actress Dafne Keen revealed she was offered cocaine at wrap parties between the ages of 11 and 13 during an interview on the Inside of You podcast. The Logan star shared how those early experiences prompted her to stay sober and praised co-star Hugh Jackman for protecting her on set.
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Black News & CommunityStacey Abrams Laid Groundwork for Historic Black Women Wins
Eight Black women took center stage in Georgia leadership eight years after Stacey Abrams redefined electoral possibilities in the state. According to analysis published by NewsOne, the organizing framework and voter engagement network established during Abrams' 2018 gubernatorial bid provided the blueprint for subsequent breakthrough victories.
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Black News & CommunityNorth Commons Undergoes Historic Revitalization for Youth
North Commons is in the midst of a historic transformation designed to convert the space into a premier public park and athletics hub. According to reporting highlighted by Black Press USA, the newly upgraded facility aims to serve approximately 12,000 local children alongside community partners like the YMCA.
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EntertainmentAlex Garland's 'Civil War' Reexamined After Texas Flips
Alex Garland’s 2024 political thriller 'Civil War' is gaining renewed social media traction after Democrats captured key statewide offices in Texas. The film originally caused confusion by presenting Texas and California as wartime partners against a rogue federal regime. Following historic election results, commentators are revisiting the movie's vision of shifting regional alliances.
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EntertainmentKandi Burruss Joins 'Beyond the Gates' on CBS
Kandi Burruss and Tabitha Brown are set to guest-star on CBS daytime drama 'Beyond the Gates' on Thursday, October 22. Burruss will play Kalista Kilroy, an unexpected guest whose confrontation with Bill Hamilton disrupts a high-profile family celebration.
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MusicCyndi Lauper, Tones And I, CYRIL Team for 'Time After Time' Remix
Pop legend Cyndi Lauper has teamed up with Australian musicians Tones And I and producer CYRIL to deliver a modern dance rendition of her signature 1983 hit, 'Time After Time.' Released through Spinnin' Records, the collaborative remake pairs Lauper's original vocal performance with contemporary club production.
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EntertainmentJonathan Wright Announces Spiritual Rebirth With Baptism Video
Celebrity hairstylist Jonathan Wright announced a new spiritual beginning by sharing footage of his baptism on social media. The public declaration of faith arrived after Wright experienced multiple legal issues and incarceration over the past year, drawing encouragement from fans and peers across the entertainment industry.
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Entertainment‘Red Before Dawn’ Dramatizes Indonesia's Fight for Freedom
Indonesian director Garin Nugroho examines the complex path to independence in his wartime drama 'Red Before Dawn,' which screened at the Tokyo International Film Festival. The feature tracks a disparate coalition crossing hostile territory in 1946 to deliver vital surveys to the newly established republican government.
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MusicKelly Rowland Defers to Jay-Z on Super Bowl Halftime Plans
Kelly Rowland addressed speculation about a possible Destiny’s Child reunion at Jay-Z’s upcoming Super Bowl halftime show, stating that guest decisions belong solely to the headliner. Her remarks follow Jay-Z's confirmed booking for the 2027 championship game at SoFi Stadium.
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EntertainmentOmari Hardwick to Star in MGM+ 'Bosch' Prequel
Actor Omari Hardwick has been cast as veteran officer Eli Bridges in 'Bosch: Start of Watch,' an upcoming MGM+ prequel series scheduled to premiere on January 10, 2027. The eight-episode drama follows Bridges as he mentors a young Harry Bosch during patrol work in 1992 Los Angeles.
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EntertainmentFaith Evans Ordered to Pay Nearly $14M to Biggie Trust
A Delaware court has ordered Faith Evans to immediately disburse nearly $14 million in estate earnings from The Notorious B.I.G. to a trust created by his late mother, Voletta Wallace. The decision concludes a major chapter in a high-stakes legal battle with Biggie's former manager, Wayne Barrow, though additional family litigation remains pending.
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EntertainmentJoe Budden Guest Stars as Big Switty on 'Law & Order'
Joe Budden has added an acting credit to his career with a guest appearance on an episode of 'Law & Order.' Portraying a prominent hip-hop artist named Big Switty, Budden's character encounters police scrutiny amid a homicide probe. The television cameo aligns with his broader creative ventures, including an ongoing audio partnership with series mastermind Dick Wolf.
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