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News Headlines Archives for January 2007
Toni Braxton Still Suing Ex-Manager, Despite Reports
Despite false reports, the singer is still suing for breach of contract.... (read more)
Brandy Sued for $50M in Fatal Accident
The family of a woman who died in a four-car pile-up last Dec. have filed a $50 million wrongful death lawsuit against the singer.... (read more)
Darrent Williams Died from Neck Wound, Reports Autopsy
According to an autopsy report by a Denver medical examiner, Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams died from a gunshot wound to his neck.... (read more)
Mekhi Phifer to Produce Film, Album
Actor to produce film starring Chris Brown, album by rapper Face.... (read more)
New Orleans Homeowners Still Face Uncertainty
Thousands opt out of rebuilding their homes, over a year after Hurricane Katrina devastated the region. ... (read more)
Marley Bros. Celebrate Father with Concert
Stephen, Damian, Ky-Mani and Julian Marley will perform in their father’s birthplace Feb. 10.... (read more)
Brandy Could Be Charged with Manslaughter
California Highway Patrol recommends misdemeanor charge in singer's Dec. 30 accident.... (read more)
J. Lo to Drop First Spanish-Language Album
Jennifer Lopez and Beyonce are set to drop Spanish-language albums in April.... (read more)
Will Smith Receives Acting Accolades
Actor Will Smith received the Santa Barbara International Film Festival's "Modern Master Award" this weekend, declaring him a master of his craft.... (read more)
Young Buck Arrested in Nashville
G-Unit artist Young Buck was arrested on Friday (January 26) in his hometown of Nashville, TN.... (read more)
Michael Jackson Back in U.S.
For the first time since he was acquitted of child molestation charges, the King of Pop is back and living in the U.S.A. ... (read more)
Brandy Unharmed in Fatal Car Accident
R&B star Brandy was involved in a fatal car crash in December in which one woman died.... (read more)
Oscar Noms: Dreamgirls Skipped for Best Picture
The Film Academy has announced the nominees for the 79th Annual Oscars. Notably, Dreamgirls was skipped over for Best Picture.... (read more)
Dave "Disco D" Shayman Dies
Producer and DJ Dave "Disco D" Shayman died Tuesday, apparently from suicide.... (read more)
Lil' Wayne Sued for Missing Concert
Florida promoters are suing Lil' Wayne, claiming he missed a concert and refused to reschedule it.... (read more)
Tony Dungy, Lovie Smith Make History
Tony Dungy (Colts) and Lovie Smith (Bears) are the first black head coaches to lead teams to the Super Bowl.... (read more)
Timbaland, Bjork to Team Up
First he brought sexy back by teaming up with Justin Timberlake. Now, he's teaming up with... Bjork?... (read more)
Beyonce Tops Charts
Beyonce's "Irreplaceable" is the No. 1 song for the seventh straight week on the Billboard Hot 100.... (read more)
Kanye West, Chris Martin Collabo Coming
Cold play... or good idea? Time will tell.... (read more)
'Dreamgirls' Soundtrack Stays #1
The "Dreamgirls" soundtrack remains atop of The Billboard 200 for the second week straight. The set, which features performances by Beyonce and Jennifer Hudson, moved 60,000 copies this week in the United States (source: Nielsen SoundScan).... (read more)
Happy Birthday, Champ!
"The Greatest," Muhammad Ali, celebrates his 65th birthday.... (read more)
Golden Night for Hudson, "Dreamgirls"
"Dreamgirls" was the big winner at the 64th annual Golden Globes last night. Jennifer Hudson took home Best Supporting Actress...... (read more)
Remembering Dr. King
Over 600 papers, speeches and documents from Dr. Martin Luther King are on display at the Atlanta History Center, on what would have been Dr. King's 78th birthday (1/15).... (read more)
Jim Jones Hits #1 on Billboard Ringmasters List
Jim Jones has hit the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s Hot Ringmasters Chart (for ringtones), with "We Fly High." According to Nielsen Soundscan, the song's ringtone has been sold 1.1 million times - reaching platinum ringtone status after 15 weeks on the charts.... (read more)
Beyoncé, Gnarls Barkley to Perform Live at GRAMMY Awards
It’s official: Beyoncé, Gnarls Barkley, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers will perform at the 49th Annual GRAMMY Awards on February 11. ... (read more)
Stomp The Yard Opens Friday
Fans of steppin’ and stompin’, get ready. Stomp the Yard, a new film from SONY Pictures, hits theaters nationwide this Friday, January 12, featuring electrifying and dazzling dance sequences.... (read more)
Whitney Houston's Belongings To Be Auctioned Next Week
In '07, Whitney Houston is taking the saying "out with the old, in with the new" and running with it. A New Jersey auctioneer is selling off a bunch of the singer's personal belongings in hopes of raising enough money to pay off some $200,000 in outstanding bills.... (read more)
Christopher Stokes Readies to Launch Clothing Line
Film director and music producer, Christopher Stokes, is planning on launching his high-end, contemporary street wear fashion line, Christopher Brian Apparel, next month (Feb. 07), which features everything from exclusive eyewear to Kim Kardashian-designed handbags and shoes.... (read more)
Mariah Carey's Brother Produces Ringtone
"There's always a lull before the industry stampede to take advantage of emerging technologies, I wanted to be leading that charge," says Morgan Carey, brother of the multi-platinum selling artist, Mariah Carey, of the animated ringtone he claims will take reggae to another level in the multimedia world.... (read more)
Broncos Mourn Williams, Search For Killer Continues
Police asked for help finding Darrent Williams' killer yesterday (Jan. 2) at Broncos headquarters, where coaches and teammates gathered to honor the 24-year-old player gunned down after a New Year's Eve party.... (read more)
Ashanti Reps Dismiss Engagement Rumors
Though neither Ashanti nor Nelly have officially confirmed their supposed relationship to the media, rumors had been circulating on the web that they got engaged over the christmas holiday. A publicist for the singer says it isn't true. ... (read more)
Busta Rhymes Took 'Cheap Shots'
"He's garbage. He's fake . . . In his mind, he's bigger than himself," said Eddie Hatchett, 39, about Busta Rhymes, after he was allegedly beat by the rapper the day after christmas eve. ... (read more)
Lou Rawls Jr. Sues Marvin Gaye III
The son of music legend Lou Rawls is suing the son of Motown legend Marvin Gaye, claiming he was attacked by "four large dogs" during a visit to Gaye's Hollywood home in 2005.... (read more)
Will Smith Movie Tops Charts During Second Week
After three weekends, the Will Smith chart-topper, The Pursuit of Happyness, logged his tenth $100 million movie, standing at a total of $103.7 million. ... (read more)
Oprah Winfrey Opens School In South Africa
Oprah Winfrey opened a school Tuesday (Dec. 26) for disadvantaged girls, fulfilling a promise she made to former President Nelson Mandela six years ago and giving more than 150 students a chance for a better future.... (read more)
Busta Rhymes May Be Charged With Assault
Rapper Busta Rhymes may be slapped with another assault charge after he allegedly attacked one of his employees in New York the day after Christmas.... (read more)
Denver Bronco Is Shot and Killed
Denver Broncos starting cornerback Darrent Williams, just 24-years-old, was killed in a drive-by shooting early Monday morning, allegedly after an argument at a Denver nightclub. Broncos Coach Mike Shanahan said, "Losing a fine young man such as Darrent Williams leaves me speechless with sadness." Broncos President/CEO Pat Bowlen said in a statement: "To lose a young player, and more important, a great young man such as Darrent Williams, is incomprehensible. To lose him in such a senseless manner as this is beyond words."... (read more)
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Roses y Handcuffs
It gets quiet. Then he says, "you heard Ye's "Street Lights" yet?" In between those six words, lingers a heavier question then what's being breathed o (read more) -
The Nappy Diatribe
The last few days, watching the liberal blogosphere act like a bunch of whining malcontents as they clumsily hyperventilate over Obama picking Hillary (read more) -
Invite Only
THE SPOT: 74 Leonard Street between Broadway and Church, Nov 24, 2008. It's raining but we must press on because this is, in fact, is a VIBE event and (read more) -
zentronix d+h
We now have some idea of how hip-hop may have impacted the presidential election. According to stats from CIRCLE, those under the age of 45 delivered (read more)
Celeb of the Day
Will Smith
Government Name: Willard Christopher Smith Jr.
Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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