Baltimore, MD – Associated Black Charities (ABC) is excited to announce the much-anticipated Women On The Move event, focusing on empowering Black women through investment strategies. This annual empowerment and networking event, presented by Bank of America, will take place on Thursday, Dec. 7, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm at the Marriott Owings Mills Metro […]
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Eileen Tate Cline: Music educator
Eileen Cline (nee Tate) passed away on Nov. 17, 2023, at the age of 88 in Louisville, Colo. She was born on June 25, 1935, in Chicago, Ill. Eileen’s passion for education and music shaped her life, leaving a lasting impact on those around her. Over the course of three decades, she held teaching and […]
Posted inNational News
Flurry of lawsuits under Adult Survivors Act roils entertainment and political circles
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, @StacyBrownMedia The clock struck midnight on the New York Adult Survivors of Sexual Assault statute, a law that opened a one year window for accusers to file a lawsuit against their alleged abusers. And when it was all said and done, more than 2,600 claims were […]
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accused of sexual abuse by two more women
By Jake Offenhartz, The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Two more women have come forward to accuse Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual abuse, one week after the music mogul settled a separate lawsuit with the singer Cassie that contained allegations of rape and physical abuse. Both of the new suits were filed Nov. 23 […]
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Tiffany Haddish arrested on suspicion of DUI in Beverly Hills
By The Associated Press BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Tiffany Haddish was arrested Nov. 24 on suspicion of driving under the influence, police said. The actor and comedian was detained after Beverly Hills police received a call about 5:45 a.m. Police said she appeared to be found slumped over the wheel of the vehicle while […]
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TikTok shuts down $2 billion creator fund
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire TikTok, the Chinese-owned social media giant, is bidding farewell to its $2 billion Creator Fund, an initiative launched in 2020 to support eligible users creating content on the platform financially. A TikTok spokesperson confirmed the announcement, which represents a significant change in the environment for influencers and content creators […]
Posted inWashington D.C. News
AFRO inside look: how to survive the holiday season with ease
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com The holidays can be a very strenuous and stressful time of the year in more ways than one. While many people look forward to the holidays, others dread them because of the emotions that come with the occasion. The pressure to “show up and show out” can be […]
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8 ways to prepare your small business for Cyber Monday
By Brandy Jesperson Canva 8 ways to prepare your small business for Cyber Monday The Monday after Thanksgiving has become big business, even for America’s small retailers. This isn’t just another Monday—it’s a day that could potentially transform your business, driving sales through the roof and putting your brand on the map. But to reap […]
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Remembering Aaron Spears: How DMV drummers mourn the loss of a drumming legend
By Ericka Alston Buck Special to the AFRO The world of music was hit with a devastating blow when the news of Aaron Spears’ passing reverberated across social media. Spears, a highly accomplished and respected drummer, known for his exceptional talents and contributions to the music industry, left an indelible mark during his impressive career. […]
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and singer Cassie settle lawsuit alleging abuse 1 day after it was filed
By Larry NeumeisterThe Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — A lawsuit by singer Cassie containing allegations of beatings and abuse by music producer Sean “Diddy” Combs has been settled, the artists announced Nov. 17, one day after the lawsuit was filed. The settlement was announced in a statement sent by attorney Douglas Wigdor, who represents […]
Posted inBaltimore News
CJay Philip’s latest production ‘Sweet Charity’ provides a captivating voyage of love, laughter, music and inspiration
By Imuetinyan Ugiagbe, Special to the AFRO CJay Philip, a distinguished actress, director and choreographer who also serves as the artistic director of Dance & Bmore, extends a warm invitation to both local and distant Baltimore residents for an engaging and entertaining evening as she presents her latest production, “Sweet Charity,” an adaptation of the […]
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Baltimore Museum of Art spotlights quilted art of Elizabeth Talford Scott
By Jannette J. Witmyer, Special to the AFRO “Eyewinkers, Tumbleturds, and Candlebugs: The Art of Elizabeth Talford Scott,” an exhibition comprising19 of Scott’s intricately stitched and colorfully adorned fabricated works of art, coupled with an extensive array of community programming and a focus on accessibility, opened on Nov. 12 at the Baltimore Museum of Art. […]