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In the age of information and connectivity, even the brightest stars in the entertainment industry find themselves navigating the tumultuous waters of social media. SZA, the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and raw lyrics, has been candid about her struggles with anxiety. The pressures of the digital world amplify this battle.

For an artist like SZA, whose authenticity and vulnerability are at the core of her music, the sea of social media presents both a platform for expression and a source of anxiety.... Read more

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 SHA BE ALLAH

 NOVEMBER 28, 2023

On this date in 1989, Dana Owens aka Queen Latifah dropped her first full-length studio album All Hail The Queen on the now-defunct Tommy Boy Records.

As the first artist on N.J. based Flavor Unit collective, Latifah filled a void for female emcees with her regal appearance and her commanding rhyme style, which at that time, was only rivaled by the males. Social consciousness, African awareness, and civilization were at the forefront of Latifah's image and music, thus, the album's title, All Hail The Queen.... Read more

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Black people - despite finding themselves at the bottom rung of the nation's economic ladder - are collectively among the top ranks of financial contributors to charitable causes.

As Giving Tuesday arrives this year, it's important to remember that having meager resources has not stopped the Black community from being among the most reliable donors, philanthropic experts told NewsOne. The annual observation comes the Tuesday following Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday to encourage people to support charitable causes.... Read more

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The 2023 Soul Train Awards were full of festive performances, featuring wins from SZA and Usher with honors given to Janelle Monae' and T-Pain.

On Sunday (November 26), BET aired The 2023 Soul Train Awards from Hollywood, California with Emmy Award-winning actress and entrepreneur Keke Palmer as the host. The night was filled with top-notch performances from Coco Jones, BJ The Chicago Kid, Danté Bowe, Fridayy, Muni Long, and Jermaine Dupri along with SWV who appeared as special guests.... Read more

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The story of Fetty Wap is a cautionary tale that all rappers should take heed to. He has conducted his first interview since being in prison.

XXL Magazine has secured the MC's first Q&A while he serves time. While it seems that he is holding himself accountable he did make it clear that he knows he made some big mistakes. "Some of the things I think about really is being home," he said. "I take accountability for everything I did.... Read more

via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2023/11/fetty-wap-discusses-his-career-in-first-interview-behind-bars

Families and friends traditionally gather to express gratitude during this time of year. Many also participate in acts of service and charity as a way of giving back to their local communities.

As communication scholars who study intercultural communication, we have studied how the many languages around the world have their own unique words and expressions for saying "thank you." In turn, these expressions reveal very different assumptions about how human beings relate to one another and about the world we collectively inhabit.... Read more

via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2023/11/giving-thanks-americans-have-a-lot-to-learn-about-being-grateful

UPDATED: Nov. 23, 2023

Grief can have a particular sting during the holidays. Whether it's the first year without a special someone or it's been years, grief can take many forms. And the loss of a loved one or the end of a meaningful relationship can impact our ability to be in the holiday spirit.  

I remember the first Thanksgiving after we lost my grandmother. It was tough. While it has become a bit easier to manage in the eight years since she has passed, her presence is still missed.... Read more

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Aaron Hall's alleged past is catching up with him something awful. The former Guy singer is getting dragged for filth after revelations that he may be a sexual assaulter, as well as his past antics, are getting resurrected and indicted on social media.

The new lawsuit against Diddy seeks money for "the substantial and lifetime injuries" resulting from "being drugged, sexually assaulted and abused, and being the victim of 'revenge porn' that Sean Combs or 'P.
... Read more

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Black-owned businesses are a very important aspect of Black culture. They give us jobs, foster products that are geared towards us, and promote entrepreneurship in our communities. But without our support, many Black businesses wouldn't be able to survive. In this day in age, it might seem difficult to find local Black businesses, but if you have the right tools that daunting task can become much easier.

Tech companies are becoming more aware of the power of the Black dollar and are committing resources to help Black people find Black businesses.... Read more

via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2023/11/a-comprehensive-guide-to-buying-black-during-the-holidays

 SHA BE ALLAH

 NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Migos' Quavo gave back to the needy in his hometown of Atlanta on Thanksgiving, giving over 300 families access to an entire garden and orchard via his Huncho Farms initiative. Quavo and his QuavoCares.org teamed up with non-profit food bank Urban Recipe to feed the hundreds of attendees and created a cookbook from recipes used by the Atlanta Food Bank.

The recipes range from full-blown entrees such as brined turkey and chicken to nimble bites like homemade apple crisp.... Read more

via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2023/11/quavo-feeds-300-families-on-thanksgiving-at-atls-huncho-farms