This morning NBC’s “Today” show aired a segment that featured the story of how NewsOne‘s Associate Editor, Terrell Jermaine Starr, found his father on Facebook…
Ian McKellen: “I’m an atheist. So God, if She exists, isn’t part of my life.” Björk: “I’ve got my own religion. If I get into trouble, no God or Allah sorts me out. I have to do it myself.” Bill Gates: “In terms of allocating time resources, religion is not very efficient. There’s lots more I could do […]
When I heard that ABC was launching an American version of the BBC drama Mistresses, which follows the trials and tribulations of four women who behave as mistresses by choice and sometimes by happenstance, I was intrigued. I immediately wondered if ABC’s new show, which has the same title, could match the high production value, […]
Recently, The Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) an ecumenical consortium of six different seminaries celebrated 55 years of existence with the annual James H. Costen Awards Gala. The Award is named for the late, James H. Costen, a former ITC president and church leader, who died in 2003.Eleven persons who have made professional contributions to the […]
Talent, above anything else, always holds more weight than hype. The above is a sentiment we’d say Jonathan McReynolds kept in mind when he proved his worth as an artist and musician via his debut LP, “Life Music“. Today saw the “I Love You” singer unwrap the official visual for his new single and fan-favorite, “Lovin’ Me“. […]
All month long we are celebrating our contributions to music..Today we shine the spotlight on Thomas A Dorsey.. Thomas Andrew Dorsey (July 1, 1899 – January 23, 1993) was known as “the father of black gospel music” and was at one time so closely associated with the field that songs written in the new style […]
Father’s Day is right around the corner so now’s the time to celebrate the great advice our own fathers have given us … as well as the wise words of our favorite TV dads. In the supercut above, “Modern Family’s” Phil Dunphy helps his son Luke get a date via g-chat, while Cliff Huxtable of […]
We’ve all heard the saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover”. Can you imagine growing up a “Jackson” in one of the most famous families in history? Some of you can relate from the angle of growing up as a PK (preacher’s kid) all eyes were always on you! In your greatest attempts to do right […]
Fantasia is expanding her range and trying something new by singing with Andrea Boccelli to show that she can rise to any occasion. The Side Effects of You diva dropped by “Today” to fill Kathee Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotbe in on what she’ll be up to durig her visit to New York. One of those things is a very demanding gig singing alongside Andrea, a […]
One evening each June, young girls in party dresses and shiny shoes arrive at a Richmond, Va. City jail for a date with their dads. They are escorted inside by the sheriff and met on a red carpet by their fathers, who for the occasion have been allowed to trade in their jumpsuits for […]
He is the New Orleans born son of a preacher, Bishop Paul S. Morton. PJ Morton is a rising star under the Young Money record label that boasts artists such as Drake and Nicki Minaj. Coincidentally, “New Orleans” happens to be the name of his debut album under the Young Money label. Morton is no stranger to musical success. He has had three albums prior […]
BET has announced a new slate of unscripted series that executives say will showcase stories of revival, redemption and second chances. Gospel star Kirk Franklin will host the musical competition series “Gone Gospel,” which will take familiar artists and put them through a “gospel boot camp” to renew their lives and careers. The description of the show indicates that the network is […]
