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Bobby Brown To Join ‘Red Table Talk’

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Bobby Brown and his wife Alicia Etheredge-Brown will sit at the Red Table with Jada Pinkett Smith, Gammy and Willow.
The new episode airs today, Wednesday, April 14th at 12noon EST.
The couple discuss the death of Bobby Brown, Jr and the impact the death has on the couple’s 11 year old son, Cassius.
Cassius was very close to Bobby Brown, Jr.
They don’t hide their tears from him and they don’t stifle his emotions or his ability to ask questions.
Have you had to explain death to a young child? How did you do it?

Tina Turner’s Former Best Friend and Assistant Expresses Regrets Over Writing Tell-All

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Tina Turner’s former Assistant and best friend, Eddy Armani was a guest on a British morning show.
He was friends with Tina for over 20 years.
The hosts asked why he was not featured in her HBO documentary.
He said her current husband did not like him so he stopped working for Tina and being her friend.
He also wrote a tell all book about Tina.
He regrets writing the book even though she knew about it. He said he wrote the book to get her attention since they were no longer friends.
Has your significant other ever disliked your best friend? How did you handle it?

Juvenile Awarded Key To The City of New Orleans

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Terius Gray, otherwise known as Juvenile, has just been handed the key to New Orleans, literally.
In a special presentation by New Orleans Mayor, LaToya Cantrell, Juvenile received a plaque that contains a mounted key with the inscription “In recognition of his contributions to the music industry and being known as one of the pioneers of Hip Hop music in the South. Known as a creative genius and homegrown talent that has made him a hip-hop legend and known worldwide”.
The rapper is from New Orleans and has always shown pride in his home city.
What’s your favorite song by Juvenile?

Leela James: “Sometimes We Make Things Too COMPLICATED!”

My genuine musical influences are all the “musical masters! Just the masters!”

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How lucky we all were for Ms. Leela James to jump out of her recording session to show us and her many listeners some love. The icing on the cake is … She broke out into singing “Complicated!” Whaaaat? Yes!!!

Looking very regal last night, as she walked us through her musical journey. Everything from her writing process, working with crooner, Anthony Hamilton, and producer Rex Rideout, to how she felt about her recent profile on TV One’s UNSUNG!

Oh.. She even told me her favorite Leela James song. It’s mine too… Can you guess? Watch the interview to find out for sure.

 

 

Daunte Wright’s Killer Facing Charges

Minnesota cop Kim Potter will be charged with second-degree manslaughter

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BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (AP) — A Minnesota prosecutor says he will charge a white former suburban Minneapolis police officer who fatally shot 20-year-old Black motorist Daunte Wright during a traffic stop. Washington County Attorney Pete Orput said Wednesday that Kim Potter will be charged with second-degree manslaughter. Orput’s announcement comes a day after Potter resigned from the Brooklyn Center Police Department, where she had served for 26 years. It carries a penalty of up to 10 years in prison. The shooting ignited days of protests and unrest. It happened while the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, in the death of George Floyd is progressing.

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Black On The Block Expo

A weekend expo that focuses on entrepreneurship education.

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We’re talking about giving black businesses hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.  Next weekend there’s an effort underway to help pump some much needed dollars back into those businesses.  It’s called Black On The Block, a weekend expo that focuses on entrepreneurship education.

Social Justice Ministries and Encouraging Gospel Music

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Rev. Dr. Wallace Charles Smith, Senior Minister Washington, DC’s Shiloh Baptist Church and recording artist Damien Sneed support the people of God through social justice ministries and inspiring music.

Lisa Raye Returns To Iyanla: Fix My Life For The 2nd Time

Actress LisaRaye McCoy returns to Iyanla to complete the work that she started on her last visit.

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@thereallraye1 returns to @iyanlavanzant #FixMyLife for the FINAL season premiere. Will round 2 be enough? @peninabrown and Lisa Raye discuss the mother-daughter relationship dynamics so many of us struggle with generation to generation.

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Melody Hurd “Grace Emory” on THEM

A Black family moves to an all-white Los Angeles neighborhood where malevolent forces, next door and otherworldly, threaten to taunt, ravage and destroy them.

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#Repost: Talk about black girl magic in its finest form! Whew, she is everything! We loved her on the screen, and we love her off!!! Bravo and job well done, Miss @melodyhurd! You did beautifully well as Gracie Jean Emory and we are over the moon proud of you! Check out our very special interview with Melody and her mom @nishahurd! And we got to play an old school game with this old soul LOL. It’s soooo adorable! I’m still trying to figure out how her mom ever tells her no, but Nisha insists she does. 😂 We absolute love the entire family of superstars! ♥️ #THEMonPrime #TheHurdGirls

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Getting Home Alive After Encounters With Police

We take a hard look at encounters with police for people of color.

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Imagine this… you’re driving.  You see the red and blue lights in your rear view mirror.  You’re being pulled over by a police officer.  As you slow your car down… your heart rate speeds up.   You feel the light sheen of perspiration and you wonder… what have I done? You are uncertain, nervous, scared.  You ask yourself what’s next and will you make it home alive?  You don’t have to imagine that.  We’re not being overly dramatic.  There are too many high-profile examples in the news right now.  We take a hard look at this scenario and the broader issues for people of color and their encounters with police.

Jonni Reddick, Retired Assistant Chief, California Highway Patrol

Dr. Jeff Menzise, Lead Consultant, Mind On The Matter

Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine Stopped

US recommends ‘pause’ for J&J shots in blow to vaccine drive

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. recommendation to  “pause” use of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine set off a chain reaction worldwide and dealt a setback to the global vaccine campaign. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration announced that they were investigating unusual clots that occurred 6 to 13 days after vaccination. The acting FDA commissioner says she expects the pause to last a matter of days. The decision triggered swift action in Europe and elsewhere as regulators moved to halt the use of the J&J vaccine, at least for now. Hundreds of thousands of doses of the vaccine were due to arrive in European countries this week.

Shake Up After Daunte Wright Killing

Cop, police chief resign 2 days after Black motorist’s death

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BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (AP) — A white Minnesota police officer who fatally shot a Black man during a traffic stop in a Minneapolis suburb and the city’s chief of police have resigned. Brooklyn Center Mayor Mike Elliott says he hopes the moves will heal the community and lead to reconciliation after two nights of protests and unrest. However, Elliott also says he didn’t asked for nor accept Officer Kim Potter’s resignation. It wasn’t immediately clear what impact that would have. Daunte Wright was shot in Brooklyn Center on Sunday, as the Minneapolis area was already on edge amid the trial of a police officer in George Floyd’s death. The police chief has said he believed Potter mistakenly grabbed her gun when she was going for her Taser.

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “Peace”  

Psalm 119:165 | KJV
165 Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.

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Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue  your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God  #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️   

 

 

Angela Bassett, Regina King Join Oscars Starry Presenting Cast

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By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer
The Oscars are aiming to be more like a movie than a television show and enlisting A-list stars like Halle Berry, Harrison Ford, Brad Pitt and Reese Witherspoon to help. They’ll be joined at the April 25 broadcast by the likes of Regina King, Angela Bassett, Joaquin Phoenix, Rita Moreno, Laura Dern, Zendaya, Marlee Matlin and last year’s best director winner Bong Joon Ho, the show’s producers said Monday.  After delaying two months due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Oscars are forging ahead with an in-person show at Los Angeles’ Union Station. The 93rd Oscars will be broadcast live on ABC on April 25 at 8 p.m. Eastern.

Kanye Agrees with Kim on Joint Custody in Divorce Response

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kanye West agrees with Kim Kardashian West that they should have joint custody of their four children and neither of them need spousal support. That’s according to divorce documents filed by West’s attorneys in Los Angeles Superior Court on Friday. Kardashian West filed to end the couple’s 6 1/2-year marriage in February. West’s filing was virtually identical to his wife’s original petition, agreeing that the marriage should end over irreconcilable differences. It says the two should share custody of their children: North, age 7, Saint, age 5, Chicago, age 3, and Psalm, who turns 2 next month.

Howard University, Along with Three Black Medical Schools Get $6M to Widen Vaccine Outreach

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ATLANTA (AP) — Four historically Black medical schools are getting $6 million to expand coronavirus vaccination efforts in minority communities. Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s philanthropy announced the gifts Tuesday, to Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta and Charles R. Drew University of Medicine in Los Angeles. Each of the schools will use the money to buy additional mobile vaccination units. Vaccination rates are lagging in many African American communities, but many leaders say fears Black people would refuse vaccination out of distrust have eased. Instead, people may be having trouble accessing the vaccine.

US Recommends ‘Pause’ for J&J Vaccine Over Clot Reports

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By ZEKE MILLER and LAURAN NEERGAARD Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is recommending a “pause” in administration of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to investigate reports of potentially dangerous blood clots. In a joint statement Tuesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration said it was investigating clots in six women in the days after vaccination, in combination with reduced platelet counts. More than 6.8 million doses of the J&J vaccine have been administered in the U.S. U.S. federal distribution channels, including mass vaccination sites, will pause the use of the J&J shot, and states and other providers are expected to follow.

From Boys To Manhood

Preparing our young boys for the ups and downs of adulthood

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This morning an amazing opportunity for our young males in grades 7 to 10.  The Manhood Training Rites of Passage, Inc. is now accepting applications for its program.  The program is all about preparing boys mentally, physically, and spiritually for the rigors of adulthood.  My guest is  Hamani Wilson – Program Director for Manhood Training of Rites of Passage, Inc.

Based in the heart of Ward 8, Manhood Training, Inc. prepares students from Grades 7-10  mentally, physically, and spiritually to take on the rigors of adulthood and thrive through an intensive two-year training process. Completion of the program culminates in a cultural exchange journey to Ghana, West Africa. For information on registration go here:

Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

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Daunte Wright Killed During Police Stop In Minnesota

We look at the facts of the incident and try to figure out what happened.

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It has happened again.   A police traffic stop has ended in the death of a black man.  According to police in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, 20-year-old Daunte Wright was pulled over Sunday afternoon for expired tags.  During the stop… police discovered Wright had an outstanding misdemeanor warrant and attempted to arrest him.  He attempted to get back in the car and was shot by a police officer.  We look at the facts of the incident and try to figure out what happened.

Justine Hansford, Executive Director, Thurgood Marshall Center for Civil Rights at Howard University

Ron Hampton, Former DC Police Officer

DC Expanding Vaccine Eligibility

Everyone over the age of 16-years old are now eligible to be vaccinated.

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(Washington, DC) — Today will mark a major step forward in the District’s fight against COVID-19. Everyone over the age of 16-years old are now eligible to be vaccinated. This is one week earlier than first anticipated because of extra appointments leftover when D.C. Health distributed slots to all eligible residents last week. People should pre-register for the vaccine online at vaccinate-dot-dc-dot-gov or by calling 1-855-363-0333.

Unarmed Black Man Shot, Killed By Police In Minnesota

Police: Minnesota officer meant to draw Taser, not handgun

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BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (AP) — The police chief in a Minneapolis suburb where a Black man was fatally shot during a traffic stop says he believes the officer who fired intended to use a Taser, not a handgun. Police Chief Tim Gannon described the shooting of 20-year-old Daunte Wright as “an accidental discharge.” Wright died Sunday in Brooklyn Center, a city of about 30,000 people on the northwest border of Minneapolis. His death sparked violent protests, with officers in riot gear clashing with demonstrators into Monday morning. The Minneapolis area was already on edge because of the trial of the first of four police officers charged in George Floyd’s death.

Michael B Jordan Explains Why Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky Isn’t Returning

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Michael B Jordan is finally explaining why Slyvester Stallone is not returning for Creed 3.
He said, “I think that Sly let it be known that he wasn’t coming back for this one, but I think, you know, his essence and his spirit, there’s always going to be a little bit of Rocky with Adonis.”
He also said, “But this is a Creed franchise, and we really want to build this story and this world around him moving forward.”
Will you miss Stallone on the next Creed movie?

Nick Cannon & Abby De La Rosa Reveal They Are Expecting Twins

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Nick Cannon and Abby De La Rosa have announced they are expecting twins!

The couple shared pictures of a maternity shoot where Nick is seen shirtless with his De La Rosa is pictured by his side wearing a pearl top and white skirt featuring a thigh-high split.

Cannon recently celebrated his fourth child in December 2020. He also shares a 3-year-old boy with Brittany Bell.

Cannon and De La Rose expect the arrival of their twin boys later this year.

Do you have multiple sets of twins? How is it to deal with multiple twins?

DMX To Be Honored In Universal Hip Hop Museum

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The Universal Hip Hip Museum will honor DMX at its forthcoming opening in 2023.
Construction is underway on the museum, and when it opens, there will be a collection and archive that he will be included in.
Chief Curator of the museum said, “If Tupac was the heart of hip-hop, DMX was the soul. DMX was that realness, that grittiness, he didn’t create the grittiness of DMX to rap — that’s who he was,”
The museum will be located in the Bronx
Would you visit the Universal Hip-Hop Museum?

Chika Says She’s Retiring Because of the ‘Mental Toll’ of the Music Industry

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Grammy-nominated rapper Chika has announced she’s retiring from music due to the mental toll it has taken on her.

“It’s really cool watching the world not give a f__k and paint you as a villain,” Chika posted on Twitter on Sunday.

“I’ve told my team, i’ve [sic] told my therapist, i’ve told friends and acquaintances. today i [sic] told Twitter. what followed was a hoard of psychotic fans rejoicing in the decline of my mental health, harassing me as if I spoke to them first,” wrote Chika.

The rapper says people were “cheering for the decline” of her mental health and due to her depression, “the negative self-talk you have towards yourself is deafening.”

How do you feel about social media right now? Is it a positive or negative force in your life?

According To Gabrielle Union, DMX Love Watching Golden Girls

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Gabrielle Union recently posted a tribute to DMX.
In her post, she revealed that he loved watching Golden Girls.
She wrote, “I was praying I wouldn’t have to think about how to describe what you meant to me. We bonded over our shared love of dogs, cold beers, Golden Girls reruns, New Edition, and adventures.”
She also wrote, “I am forever grateful for your joy, your laugh, your protection all these years and your hugs anytime I’ve seen you. You are 1 of 1. Rest in eternal peace my friend. ”
What is the most surprising thing you’ve learned about DMX since he passed?

DJ Khaled Says New Album Is ’98 Percent Done’ After Linking With H.E.R. In Jamaica

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DJ Khaled has announced that his upcoming album, “Khaled Khaled” is 98 percent finished.

In several posts to Instagram, the Hip-Hop producer announced that H.E.R. and Migos linked with him to work on the project.

Khaled made several “vacation” posts teasing the new album and revealed that both acts had joined him in Jamaica.

Khaled’s recent albums have fallen a little flat, do you think this upcoming album will be better?

Teaching “Adulting” To Your Children

Do’s and don’t when transition children into adulthood.

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How do you become an adult?  For a lot of people… age has nothing to do with it.  Defining what it means to be an adult may mean different things to different people.  We’re talking to parents what are trying to teach their children… the art of adulting.

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Adulting Expert Julie Lythcott-Haims

Author, Julie Lythcott-Haims

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “DMX Tribute”  

2 Corinthians 5:20 | ESV
20 Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.

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We lost a hip hop icon and legend DMX. So many of us love and understand him, from the up and downs we can relate in some way. Rest in Power Earl “DMX” Simmons!!! 🙏🏽

Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue  your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️   

 

 

Ex-PG County Executive Rushern Baker Running For Governor

He sought the Democratic nomination in 2018 but ended up losing to Ben Jealous.

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(Rockville, MD) — Former Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker is making another run for Maryland governor. He tells Maryland Matters he wants to seek the Democratic nomination to fix education and healthcare issues. Baker says another key factor was his work with local leaders during the coronavirus pandemic. He sought the Democratic nomination in 2018 but ended up losing to Ben Jealous. Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot, author Wes Moore, and Ashwani Jain have already declared for the 2022 Democratic primary. Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and current Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks are rumored to be interested in a run, as well.

Former Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker

 Off-duty Pentagon Officer Charged With Murder

Two men shot outside a condominium building in Takoma Park.

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. (AP) — Authorities in Maryland say they have charged an off-duty Pentagon police officer with second-degree murder in the shootings of two men outside a condominium building in Takoma Park. The officer has been identified as David Hall Dixon. He lived in the condo building. Police had said that Dixon told responding officers that he engaged with suspects of a car break-in. He said they failed to follow his direction and attempted to flee. Takoma Park Police Chief Antonio DeVaul said Friday that an investigation revealed that Dixon’s version of events was inconsistent with the evidence and facts in the case. Police said Dixon was taken into custody Friday morning. It’s unclear if he’s hired an attorney.

Free Dental Exams For Kids

Howard University College of Dentistry hosts “Give Kids A Smile”

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COVID-19 has greatly impacted children’s oral health and this morning I have details about free dental exams and dental care for kids in the DMV.  It’s part of Howard University College of Dentistry Pediatric Department’s annual program called Give Kids A Smile.  My guest is  Dr. LaToya Barham – Howard University College of Dentistry Pediatric Department  Howard University College of Dentistry Pediatric Department will be hosting Give Kids A Smile Day today,  April 9th providing free dental exams an limited dental care for kids in the DMV I 1 appointment.

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DIY: Home Repairs You Can and Cannot Do

Help you to save money on home repairs.

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We’re back at it, helping you repair and update your home without breaking the bank.  It’s another do-it-yourself segment.  But we’re also telling what you can and can’t do on your own.

Guest: Aisha Bryant, Manager, Ace Hardware Stores (not pictured)

 

 

 

 

Medical Experts Testify About George Floyd’s Death

Expert: Lack of oxygen killed George Floyd, not drugs.

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A medical expert says George Floyd died from a lack of oxygen that damaged his brain and caused his heart to stop. Dr. Martin Tobin is a lung and critical care specialist from Chicago. He testified Thursday at former Officer Derek Chauvin’s murder trial that Floyd’s breathing was too shallow to take in enough oxygen while he was pinned on his stomach with his hands cuffed behind his back for 9 1/2 minutes. His testimony came a day after a use-of-force expert said Chauvin had his knee on George Floyd’s neck area the entire time that he pinned

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “Mistakes”  

Psalm 100:5 | NLT
5 For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.

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Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue  your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God  #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️   

 

 

Are Some COVID-19 Vaccines More Effective than Others?

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By LAURAN NEERGAARD AP Medical Writer
COVID-19 vaccines rolling out around the world weren’t compared to each other in studies, so it’s hard to tell how they might differ in effectiveness. But experts say they’re alike on what matters most: preventing hospitalizations and deaths. Although studies conducted before the vaccines were rolled out found varying levels of effectiveness, they don’t offer apples-to-apples comparisons. The Pfizer and Moderna vaccine studies, for example, counted a COVID-19 case whether it was mild, moderate or severe. The study for Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine didn’t count mild illnesses and was done when mutated versions of the virus were a bigger concern.

Meghan Markle, Prince Harry Reveal First Netflix Docuseries

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s first Netflix series will center on the Invictus Games, which gives sick and injured military personnel and veterans the opportunity to compete in sports. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s Archewell Productions announced Tuesday its first series to hit the streaming service. The multi-episode docuseries, titled “Heart of Invictus,” is in partnership with the Invictus Games Foundation, of which Prince Harry is a patron. Prince Harry will appear on camera and serve as executive producer on the series. Prince Harry also has joined the corporate world as a leader with the employee coaching and mental health firm BetterUp Inc.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s first Netflix series will center on the Invictus Games, which gives sick and injured military personnel and veterans the opportunity to compete in sports.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s Archewell Productions announced Tuesday its first series to hit the streaming service. The multi-episode docuseries, titled “Heart of Invictus,” is in partnership with the Invictus Games Foundation, of which Prince Harry is a patron.
Prince Harry will appear on camera and serve as executive producer on the series.
In a statement, producers said the series “will follow a group of extraordinary competitors from around the globe, all service members who have suffered life-changing injuries or illnesses on their road to the Invictus Games The Hague 2020, now set to take place in 2022.”
It is the latest in a flurry of activity for the couple. The couple signed a deal to create content for Netflix and are creating podcasts for Spotify. Prince Harry also has joined the corporate world as a leader with the employee coaching and mental health firm BetterUp Inc. The couple have been detangling their lives from the British royal family and are living in California.

Pharrell Wants Federal Probe into Police Shooting of Cousin

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (AP) — Grammy award-winning musician Pharrell Williams has called for a federal investigation into the fatal police shooting of his cousin along the Virginia coast. Williams made the call on Instagram Monday after speaking at his cousin’s funeral in Virginia Beach. Williams grew up in the city. He said there were too many unanswered questions. His cousin, Donovon Lynch, was killed March 27 along the city’s popular oceanfront strip. Police said Lynch had a handgun and that it was recovered from the scene. But the officer’s body camera had not been activated. The officer who killed Lynch was also Black. Virginia State Police is investigating the shooting.

Celebrity Zookeeper Jack Hanna Diagnosed with Dementia

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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The family of celebrity zookeeper and TV show host Jack Hanna said he’s been diagnosed with dementia and will retire from public life. In a news release Wednesday, his family said it’s believed he now has Alzheimer’s disease that has progressed quickly in the last few months. The 74-year-old Hanna was director of the Columbus Zoo from 1978 to 1992 and still serves as its director emeritus. Hanna is also well-known for his live animal demonstrations on late-night talk shows, as well as his own syndicated television shows. His entertainment work boosted the profile of the Ohio zoo, leading to massive attendance increases over the years.

With Outdoor Concert, Lincoln Center Starts Path to Return

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NEW YORK (AP) — Members of the New York Philharmonic gave an outdoor concert at Lincoln Center for heath care workers on Wednesday, 13 months after the novel coronavirus pandemic decimated their season. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio spoke before the 90-minute concert by a brass quintet and a horn quartet with flute Mindy Kaufman. The Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera and Broadway theaters were darkened on March 12 last year by the pandemic. The orchestra and opera hope to resume subscription concerts in September. The concert was the first of “Restart Stages,” in which Lincoln Center is creating 10 outdoor performance and rehearsal spaces across its campus.

Helping Victims Of Crime

Remembering and fighting for the rights of victims

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Honoring, Remembering, and fighting for the rights of victims of crime.  My guest today is helping to spear-heading those efforts and she wants the community to join in.  April 19th – 24th marks National Crime Victims Rights Week.  My guest is Naida Henao – Managing Counsel for Strategic Advocacy and Communications for the Network for Victim Recovery of DC

The Network for Victim Recovery of DC is observing National Crime Victims Rights Week April 19th – April 24th.   For more information go here:

 

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F*** OUTTA HERE BIGGIE 😳

I then took on the roll of becoming an entrepreneur by building my own studio with my bare hands from the ground up. Now 3 years later, that 7 year old boy from Landover, MD is in high demand for his services of 1 on 1 personal training and group classes. I teach a wide variety of High Intense classes for burning calories, toning fat, building cardio endurance and strengthening the heart.

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A personal trainer in the DMV (Landover, MD) by the name of @prfitnesscamp has gone viral for blasting his client on social media because she posted this cheeseburger!!! 🍔 He also called her, “Biggie” and refers to clients as “Big Joints” LOL. He says it’s a B-More thing, Nina says it just ain’t right. 😂😂😂 What do you say? You can see the original post on his page… homie went awwwwffff. 😩

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Jeezy And Jeannie Mai Create Wedding Registry Dedicated To The Stop Asian Hate Movement

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Rapper Jeezy and “The Real’s” Jeannie Mai recently tied the knot with an intimate Atlanta wedding and now the couple wants to share their passion for giving back with fans for a good cause.

A registry was created by Jeezy and Jeannie for the “Stop Asian Hate” movement. According to PEOPLE, the couple has a goal of $50,000.

“What bonded Jeezy and I most is our passion to serve and take care of our communities,” Mai told The Knot.

As of April 6th, the campaign has raised $6,000. The “Stop Asian Hate” movement was born after six Asian women were murdered in Atlanta at two separate massage parlors on March 16th.

When it comes to giving back, what are you passionate about?

@FrankSkiInspirationalVitamin: “Expect Favor”  

Luke 11:9 | NLT
9 “And so I tell you, keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you.

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Giving you positive inspiration to start AND continue  your day! Be sure to follow @FrankSki & @peninabrown for more inspiration and encouragement. And don’t forget to listen to the @frankskishow on @WHURFM every weekday from 3pm-7pm! #AMEN #beblessed #God  #joy #faith #frankski #inspirationalvitamin ✝️🙏🏽✝️   

 

 

LeVar Burton Is All-In For Fan Petition Calling For Him As The New Host Of ‘Jeopardy!’

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People are getting serious about LeVar Burton becoming the new host of “Jeopardy!”

A petition is circulating calling for Burton to be considered for the job, at first Burton wasn’t too optimistic about his chances but then changed his mind about the position.

On Monday, Burton reposted the link to the petition with the caption, “Leaving this here in the event the powers that be are listening…”

So far the petition has received 135,399 signatures with a goal of 150,000. The petition lives on Change.org and describes Burton’s career as the perfect launch to host Jeopardy!.

From hosting 21 seasons of PBS’ “Reading Rainbow,” starring as the brainiac engineer Geordi La Forge on Star Trek: The Next Generation, as well as telling the story of Kunta Kinte in Alex Haley’s Roots mini-series.

Do you think LeVar Burton would be a good host for Jeopardy!?

Tyler Perry, Kim Kardashian, Kanye West Are In Forbes Billionaires List

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Kim Kardashian has some company on the recent billionaire list released by Forbes.

660 people were added to the 2021 Forbes billionaire list, with Kim being one of them. Her estranged husband, Kanye West, also made this year’s list.

Tyler Perry also made the list with $1 billion, for the first time thanks to his Tyler Perry Studios.

The top two spots on the Forbes billionaire list are occupied by Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon is worth $177 billion with Elon Musk following behind at number two at $151 billion.

GOT ‘EM!!!!! #BossPrank – Happy Birthday!

Y’all, we were in real tears Happy Birthday, Sean P! Your Howard University Radio Network family loves and appreciates all you do for us and the DMV!!! #gotem

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The @FrankSki show with @PeninaBrown pulled the best birthday prank on our boss man, GM of WHUR, Sean Plater!!! 🤣 Thank you to his beautiful wife, Erika, for being soooo down!!! 😎 And although Sean wasn’t riding to DC for tacos 🌮, we know he’s definitely a ride or die. 😂😂😂 This man said, he got her for a 10 pack of tacos from Taco Bell… get the Supreme Joints with the sour cream. Y’all, we were in real tears 😭😭😭 Happy Birthday, Sean P! Your Howard University Radio Network family loves and appreciates all you do for us and the DMV!!! #gotem

Shake Shack Adds Avocado and Bacon to Its Menu

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Shake Shack is finally adding a highly requested menu item
Avocado. You can now add avocado to any sandwich for an additional $1.25.
Another item, bacon is still a limited edition item.
They have the Avocado Bacon Burger and the Avocado Chicken Sandwich.
What is your favorite burger spot?

The Rock As The Terminator?

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The next big movie franchise for Dwayne Johnson? We might just see The Rock as The Terminator.
According to reports, Johnson is “being eyed to play a Terminator in an upcoming project” – although details are slim.
Johnson is already part of the Fast & Furious universe and is set to make his DCEU debut with Black Adam.
The last Terminator movie was the 2019 box office bomb Terminator: Dark Fate.
Would Johnson make a good Terminator? Can the Terminator franchise be revived, or is it dead in the water?

It’s World Health Day

Helping our community to live a healthier life.

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It’s World Health Day and my guest today has some valuable tips and resources to help us live a healthier life.  My guest is Dr. Lisa Richardson – Centers for Disease Control

World Health Day is today April 7th, an important day to remain aware that the Black community is at a higher risk of getting sick from and/or dying from COVID due to many factors including underlying chronic diseases that are prevalent in the Black community, such as diabetes and high blood pressure.  For more information go here: www.yourhealthbeyondcovid.org/blackamericans

or www.cdc.gov/coronavirus

Tune in to Taking it to the Streets, weekday mornings at 6:15, 7:08 and 8:40 on the Steve Harvey Morning Show on 96.3 WHUR.

Follow me on facebook and twitter at @bobbygailes for updates and to stay connected.

 

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