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[ October 2, 2024 ] Harris responds to Hurricane devastation as Walz shines in debate National
[ October 2, 2024 ] Commentary: Mississippi minority contracting update – Mississippi’s white power brokers strip minority opportunity of economic advancement and participation Local
[ October 2, 2024 ] Vance and Walz begin debating cordially but end in heated clashes over Trump, Jan. 6 and national policy issues National
[ October 2, 2024 ] ‘A Life Sentence.’ How Mississippi’s Forever Voting ban keeps thousands from the polls – The state’s disenfranchisement law punishes people with nonviolent offenses, as reform fails in the Legislature and courts Local
[ September 25, 2024 ] Commentary: Diversity backlash – always by white power brokers – In four short years DEI programs rose then cratered. So much for equity. National

It’s Here! Sneek Peek Of Spielberg’s ‘West Side Story’

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Rita Moreno has a role in the film and works as one of the executive producers.
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Justina Machado Co-Stars In Lifetime’s Drama ‘Switched Before Birth’

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The film talks about in vitro fertilization, through the story of a couple of friends who undergo treatment.
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Nadine Velazquez stars in Queens. (JC Olivera/Getty Images for National Hispanic Media Coalition)

Nadine Velazquez Becomes A Rapper In ABC’s ‘Queens’

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The series features original music performed by the lead stars under the direction of producer, rapper, and DJ Swizz Beatz.
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Quentin Tarantino attends the 9th Annual Australian Academy Of Cinema And Television Arts (AACTA) International Awards at SkyBar at the Mondrian Los Angeles on January 03, 2020, in West Hollywood, California. (Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)

Killer Bill: Quentin Tarantino To Auction 7 Uncut ‘Pulp Fiction’ Scenes

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Encrypted NFTs, including handwritten notes from the writer/director, could sell for a fortune.
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Being the Ricardos focuses on a critical period in the life of the couple who created I Love Lucy. (EPK.tv)

Amazon Launches The ‘Being The Ricardos’ Trailer

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Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem will play Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz.
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New Orleans legend Fiend's name derives from the Eric B. & Rakim song, “Microphone Fiend.” (Courtesy of Fiend)

Louisiana Legends: There’s No Limit To Fiend’s Greatness

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Fiend joins Lil Wayne as the face of New Orleans’ 17th Ward most influential voices.
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Comedian/actor Mike Estime's loves performing stand-up the most “because I’m the director, I’m the producer.” (Courtesy of Mike Estime)

How ‘Risky’ Propelled Mike Estime’s Career And Opened The Door To Other Opportunities

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His character on “Everybody Hates Chris” sent Estime’s career on an upward trajectory.
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WBA (regular) welterweight champion Jamal James (shown) defends his crown against unbeaten Radzhab Butaev on Saturday. (Premier Boxing Champions)

Jamal James Wants Rematch With Yordenis Ugas To Avenge The Only Loss Of His Pro Career

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Standing in WBA welterweight champion’s way is undefeated Radzhab Butaev of Russia, whom he fights Saturday night.
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Chicago rapper NLM Geno has launched his own record label, Campaign Music. (Courtesy of NLM Geno)

Chicago-Based Rapper’s New Music ‘Campaign’ Focuses On Artist Development

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NLM Geno aims to make his enterprise a global powerhouse.
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Geoffrey Giuliano, who plays an eccentric gay billionaire in one episode of the Netflix hit “Squid Game,” said his character's role is played “exactly as the director wanted.” (ViralPress)

VIDEO: We Really Are Great Actors, Says ‘Squid Game’ Actor

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Geoffrey Giuliano attacks critics of his performance, rejecting “the myth that we were picked up off the streets.”
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