UN Security Council: Insist on Justice for Darfur
Many Canadian women waiting too long for breast cancer treatment:report
Clinton promises to "strongly support" Obama
Life expectancy rates declining for U.S. poor
Michelle Obama ain't she a women ?
June 5, 2008
June 4, 2008
Obama looks to unify Democrats after historic win
By: Chip Somodevilla getty imagesAfter making history by capturing the Democratic nomination, Barack Obama turns on Wednesday to the task of unifying a fractured party for a five-month battle for the White House with Republican John McCain.
Obama rocketed from political obscurity to become the first black to win the presidential nomination of a major U.S. party. The Illinois senator on Tuesday locked up the 2,118 delegates he needs for victory at the August convention. Continue reading
Return of Obelisk of Axoum improves Italy - Ethiopia relations
Return of Obelisk to Axoum
Lauding last April’s return of the Obelisk of Axoum — stolen by the Italian government under Mussolini who tried to colonise Ethiopia between 1935 and 1945 — the Ethiopia Ambassador in Paris, France [where another very famous Obelisk from Egypt, is conspicuously erected at the place de la concorde] Mrs Tadelech Hail Michael, has suggested that all monuments should be returned to their rightful countries. Continue reading
BET.com celebrates Black Music Month 2008!
"BET.com celebrates Black Music Month 2008! What's going on in Black Music Now? Who's doin' it right? Which artists are putting their mark on the music now and taking it into the future for the next generation?" source
June 3, 2008
Apollo Theater Hall of Fame Induction
Hosted by comedienne and actress Wanda Sykes, this year's event, in preparation for the Apollo's 75th Anniversary, will commemorate the life and music of Apollo Legend Smokey Robinson with a ceremony inducting the performer into the Apollo Legends Hall of Fame where he will join predecessors Gladys Knight, James Brown, Ella Fitzgerald and Little Richard. The awards ceremony will continue with the Ruby Dee & Ossie Davis Arts and Humanitarian Award given to Pauletta and Denzel Washington as well as appearances by the presenters of the evening including Oscar nominated actress, Ruby Dee, Oscar nominated actor, Terrence Howard and Grammy-Award winner, Janet Jackson. Source
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(Photo by Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)About The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc.
The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc., a not-for-profit organization established in 1991, is dedicated to the preservation and development of the legendary Apollo Theater through the Apollo Experience of world-class live performances and education programs that honor the influence and advance the contributions of African-American artists and advance emerging creative voices across cultural and artistic media.
The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc., a not-for-profit organization established in 1991, is dedicated to the preservation and development of the legendary Apollo Theater through the Apollo Experience of world-class live performances and education programs that honor the influence and advance the contributions of African-American artists and advance emerging creative voices across cultural and artistic media.
Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc.’s vision is to expand the reach of the Apollo Experience to a worldwide audience. The world famous Apollo Theater is more than a historic landmark - it is a source of pride and a symbol of the brilliance of American artistic accomplishment. With its rich history and continued significance, the Apollo Theater, considered the bastion of African-American culture and achievement, is one of the most fascinating chronicles in American history.
About Black Music Month 2008
President of the United States of America, George W. Bush has proclaimed June 2008 as Black Music Month encouraging all Americans to learn more about the history of black music and to enjoy the great contributions of African-American singers, musicians, and composers.
President of the United States of America, George W. Bush has proclaimed June 2008 as Black Music Month encouraging all Americans to learn more about the history of black music and to enjoy the great contributions of African-American singers, musicians, and composers.
Black Music Month celebrates the extraordinary talents and creativity of African-American singers, musicians, and composers whose achievements have enriched our culture and enhanced our lives. source
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