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Juelz Santana Is Free From Prison

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 6 Aug 2020 10:23 GMT

Juelz Santana is now a free man from federal prison where he was serving a sentence for a gun conviction. Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/juelz-santana-is-free-from-prison/

So Long TikTok?: Instagram Finally Brings Reels To The United States

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 6 Aug 2020 10:22 GMT

With TikTok possibly on the verge of being banned by Donald Trump, if Microsoft can't secure a deal by the so-called president's deadline, Instagram sees a golden opportunity. Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/so-long-tiktok-instagram-finally-brings-reels-to-the-united-states/

Ta-Nehisi Coates Tapped As Guest Editor for 'Vanity Fair' September Issue

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 6 Aug 2020 10:22 GMT

'Vanity Fair' named Ta-Nehisi Coates as guest editor of their upcoming September issue. The best selling author will explore various aspects of the 21 century through the contributions of some of the most esteemed influencers in the industry. If you're familiar with his work, then you know this particular release will be one for the ages. Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/ta-nehisi-coates-tapped-as-guest-editor-for-vanity-fair-september-issue/

Roc Nation Partners With Brooklyn's Long Island University For New School

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 6 Aug 2020 10:21 GMT

Jay-Z is doubling down on his commitment to empower Black and Brown people. His team is launching programming to teach the new generation the politics of the business. As spotted on The Grio the media mogul is working with a place of learning very close to his roots. On Tuesday, August 4 Roc Nation announced a new [...] Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/roc-nation-partners-with-brooklyns-long-island-university-for-new-school/

Black Cop Tearfully Describes Why She's 'Black Lives Matter' Before 'Blue Lives Matter' In Video

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 6 Aug 2020 10:21 GMT

Source: Ben Crump / Facebook A Black federal officer laid out the harsh experiences of being a Black woman in uniform despite calls for solidarity between cops with slogans like "blue lives matter." "For those that says 'all lives matter' when you say 'Black lives matter' or that says 'blue lives matter' to combat when you say 'Black lives matter,' you're racist," the Black officer said in a video she recorded that's gone viral. "Because ... Read more via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/black-cop-tearfully-describes-why-shes-black-lives-matter-before-blue-lives-matter-in-video/

Rihanna Is The Next Cover For 'Harper's Bazaar'

Posted by kmoj — Wed, 5 Aug 2020 07:42 GMT

Making home life look sexy, the Gray Sorrenti photographed shoot features Rhi Rhi posing in designer pieces from Chanel, Dior and Miu Miu along with looks from her own Fenty and Savage x Fenty brands. Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/rihanna-is-the-next-cover-for-harpers-bazaar/

Reebok & Khalid Kick Off "Write Your Legacy" Contest For Aspiring Singers

Posted by kmoj — Wed, 5 Aug 2020 07:41 GMT

Yesterday (August 3rd) Reebok and Khalid kicked off their "Write Your Legacy" contest which allows anyone living in the U.S. to submit a 2 minute video to in which they explain what they want their legacy to be and blessing Khalid with a sample of their singing skills. Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/reebok-khalid-kick-off-write-your-legacy-contest-for-aspiring-singers/

Azealia Banks Claims Kanye West Is In The Closet, Then Shaves Her Head [Video]

Posted by kmoj — Wed, 5 Aug 2020 07:40 GMT

Just when you thought Azealia Banks had ran out of tea she brews a new batch. She has called out one Rap's biggest names and then followed it up with a drastic makeover. As spotted on HipHopDX, the Harlem, New York native is once again doing the most on her social media channels. On Friday, July 31 [...] Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/azealia-banks-claims-kanye-west-is-in-the-closet-then-shaves-her-head-video/

Kevin Hart Speaks On Ellen DeGeneres Amid Racist And Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Show

Posted by kmoj — Wed, 5 Aug 2020 07:40 GMT

Source: (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/WireImage) / (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/WireImage) Kevin Hart is defending Ellen DeGeneres despite sweeping allegations of discrimination, sexual harassment and a toxic work environment on her daytime talk show. "It's crazy to see my friend go thru what she's going thru publicly. I have known Ellen for years and I can honestly say that she's one of the dopest people on the fucking planet," Hart wrote on Instagram along with a photo ... Read more via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/kevin-hart-speaks-on-ellen-degeneres-amid-racist-and-sexual-misconduct-allegations-against-show/

'Legal Experts' Share Why Breonna Taylor's Killers Haven't Been Charged

Posted by kmoj — Wed, 5 Aug 2020 07:39 GMT

Tuesday marked the 144th day since officers with the Louisville Metro Police Department recklessly executed Breonna Taylor in her own home nearly five months ago on March 13. However, according to a couple of legal experts interviewed by the Associated Press, we should probably not hold our breaths waiting for Taylor's killers to be arrested and charged for their roles in what social justice advocates have called murder. Renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump has ... Read more via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/legal-experts-share-why-breonna-taylors-killers-havent-been-charged/

Gabrielle Union Slams Terry Crews aka Gym Crow For Lack of Support For Black Lives Matter Movement

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 4 Aug 2020 11:56 GMT

According to Deadline, during her recent interview with Jamele Hill for her Spotify podcast Jemele Hill Is Unbothered, Gabrielle Union was asked about Crews and his recent criticisms of the Black Lives Matter movement. Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/gabrielle-union-slams-terry-crews-aka-gym-crow-for-lack-of-support-for-black-lives-matter-movement/

DaBaby "PEEPHOLE," Wiz Khalifa "Bammer" & More | Daily Visuals 8.3.20

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 4 Aug 2020 11:56 GMT

In his latest visuals to "PEEPHOLE," the man with the iced out grill gets into modeling mode as he gets draped out in Gucci and Burberry attire while styling like a boss during a photo shoot. DaBaby trying to land a modeling gig out here. Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/dababy-peephole-wiz-khalifa-bammer-more-daily-visuals-8-3-20/

Donald Trump Now Okay With Microsoft Buying TikTok After Fake Threat To Ban Social Media App

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 4 Aug 2020 11:55 GMT

In a blog post, Microsoft further revealed that the two firms are looking at a deal that would see Microsoft purchase the TikTok service in the United States, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/donald-trump-now-okay-with-microsoft-buying-tiktok-after-fake-threat-to-ban-social-media-app/

Virginia Mayor Compares Biden's VP Hopefuls To 'Aunt Jemima' In Racist Facebook Post

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 4 Aug 2020 11:55 GMT

A suspected white supremacist who is also the mayor of a Virginia town was being urged to resign after he was accused of posting and apparently deleted a racist social media post addressing the prospects of Joe Biden picking a Black woman to be his vice-presidential running mate. A city council member called for Barry Presgraves, the mayor of Luray, a town in the Shenandoah Valley of the northern part of the commonwealth, to step ... Read more via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/virginia-mayor-compares-bidens-vp-hopefuls-to-aunt-jemima-in-racist-facebook-post/

Detractors Scramble To Dig Up Dirt On Black Women Biden Is Considering For His VP (And Come Up Empty

Posted by kmoj — Tue, 4 Aug 2020 11:54 GMT

There's a shadow campaign of sorts being waged against some of the women Joe Biden has been considering for his vice-presidential running mate in an effort to discredit them before they're potentially selected to run. It was an indication of how apparently desperate Republicans have become to keep Donald Trump in power, an increasingly diminishing prospect as the country descends deeper into the coronavirus pandemic because of the mismanagement from the president and his administration. ... Read more via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/detractors-scramble-to-dig-up-dirt-on-black-women-biden-is-considering-for-his-vp-and-come-up-empty/

SUMMIT ACADEMY AND TARGET ESTABLISH NORTHSTAR INNOVATION CENTER FOR STEM TRAINING

Posted by kmoj — Mon, 3 Aug 2020 10:37 GMT

As part of Target's ongoing efforts to advance social justice and promote racial equity in its hometown of Minneapolis-St. Paul and communities across the country, the company today announced that it is supporting Summit Academy OIC with space in the Regional Acceleration Center (RAC) in North Minneapolis to help Summit Academy establish the North Star Innovation Center (NSIC). As a leader in workforce development in the Twin Cities, Summit Academy trains nearly 1,000 adults each year with marketable skills in healthcare, construction trades ... Read more via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/summit-academy-and-target-establish-northstar-innovation-center-for-stem-training/

Tyler Perry Gives Hilarious Reaction When Questioned About Prince Harry And Meghan Living In His Man

Posted by kmoj — Mon, 3 Aug 2020 07:47 GMT

Source: NBC / Getty Tyler Perry is keeping his lips sealed when it comes to reports that Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, are staying in his mansion. As reported back in May, Perry is said to be housing the couple in his $18 million mansion in a very exclusive and very secure community in Los Angeles. The couple's 1-year-old son Archie is also reportedly staying at the location. Recently, Perry ... Read more via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/tyler-perry-gives-hilarious-reaction-when-questioned-about-prince-harry-and-meghan-living-in-his-mansion/

Noname Shades Beyonc , Says 'Black Is King' Is "Draped In Capitalism"

Posted by kmoj — Mon, 3 Aug 2020 07:44 GMT

No matter what, there's always going to be someone, and plenty more, who are unsatisfied. Rapper Noname decided to shade Beyonc for her new film Black Is King, claiming it's "draped in capitalism." Source: The Urban Daily via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/noname-shades-beyonce-says-black-is-king-is-draped-in-capitalism/

Actress Marsai Martin To Host Quibi Talk Show

Posted by kmoj — Mon, 3 Aug 2020 07:43 GMT

Actress Marsai Martin is continuing to solidify herself as a power player in the entertainment industry. According to Deadline, the black-ish star will be the new host of a talk show on Quibi. 'Black-ish' Star Marsai Martin To Host 'Tiny Talk Show' At Quibi https://t.co/8mZoY6X7Iy pic.twitter.com/67Wng1co9q - Deadline Hollywood (@DEADLINE) July 29, 2020 The show-dubbed Tiny Talk Show-will be produced by Art & Industry. Martin, who will serve as one of the executive producers, will ... Read more via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/actress-marsai-martin-to-host-quibi-talk-show/

Tina Knowles-Lawson, African Pride Launch Voting Initiative

Posted by kmoj — Mon, 3 Aug 2020 07:42 GMT

As Election Day nears, there has been a concerted effort to encourage the Black community to vote. Among the initiatives designed to increase Black voter turnout is one being led by Tina Knowles-Lawson, Essence reported. Tina Knowles-Lawson is ensuring that Black and Brown communities all over the country get out and vote this November. https://t.co/A8vjxpfx8q - ESSENCE (@Essence) July 27, 2020 Knowles-Lawson recently announced that she has teamed up with African Pride and Still I ... Read more via: http://kmojfm.com/wp/2020/08/tina-knowles-lawson-african-pride-launch-voting-initiative/