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Grieving Daughters Kicked Out of Mall for “F— Cancer” Shirts

After losing their mother to cancer, Makia Underwood, 32, Zakia Clark, 29, and Tasha Clark, 27 began wearing shirts and hats with “F— Cancer” emblazoned on the front. A security guard at a Philly mall took issue w/ the language, and kicked them out.

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Yet Another Fried Chicken Joke Directed at Tiger Woods

During an awards dinner in London, Garcia was jokingly asked if he’d invite arch-rival Tiger Woods over for dinner. His response: “We will have him round every night…we will serve fried chicken.”

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Chief Keef Arrested in Atlanta

Chief Keef, the YouTube sensation whose song “That Sh*t I Don’t Like” landed him a record deal, was arrested in Atlanta. Just a few months ago, Keef completed a two month sentence for violating his probation.

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President Obama Declares Oklahoma Major Disaster Area; 24 Dead, Hundreds Injured

The massive tornado that hit Oklahoma has left dozens dead and hundreds injured and without homes. President Obama has since declared Oklahoma a major disaster area, calling the tornado “one of the most destructive storms” in American history.

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Gabby Douglas is Back in the Gym!

17 year-old Olympic champion Gabby Douglas is back in the gym training, after a whirlwind year of media appearances and projects. She’ll be training in a gym in West Des Moines, Iowa with her coach Liang Chow. They’re aiming for a return to competition next year.

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Zoe Saldana Hates Questions About Her Ethnicity; Says “People of Color” Don’t Exist

In a recent interview, Saldana asserted that she wishes people would stop asking her about her race, and that “there is no such thing as people of color.”

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Mourners Gather at Memorial Service for Malcolm Shabazz

A memorial gathering is under way for Malcolm Shabazz, the grandson of Malcolm X. Shabazz was murdered in Mexico City last week. Once again, an unbelievably tragic situation. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Shabazz family. Rest in Peace, Malcolm

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Scandal Finale Garners Show’s Highest Ratings Ever

The season finale of ABC’s hit Scandal, starring Kerry Washington and created by Shonda Rhimes, aired last night. And ratings were higher than ever! Congratulations to Kerry, Shonda, and the rest of the Scandal crew for their success.

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Standout Football Player Jay Harris Gives Up Michigan State Scholarship to Pursue Rap Career

Jay Harris, a standout wide receiver who received a scholarship to play football at Michigan State University, has decided to pursue a rap career instead!

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Candice Glover Wins American Idol

23 year-old soul powerhouse Candice Glover was crowned the winner of American Idol last night. Glover is the first woman – and the first black woman – to win since Jordin Sparks in 2007. From NewsOne: The booming 23-year-old R&B vocalist from St. Helena Island, S.C., won the Fox singing competition after auditioning a trio [...]

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