Go Set a Watchman – that’s the title of the renowned American novelist Harper Lee’s upcoming book. The widely acclaimed Pulitzer Prize-winning author who penned the popular book titled To Kill a Mockingbird has created a literary media storm with the announcement of this soon to be released new title. For more than fifty years, To Kill a Mockingbird remains […]
American comedian, actress, author, and television personality, Rosie O’Donnell is saying goodbye to The View for the second time in her stint as co-host of the show. O’Donnell returned to the ABC’s day time show last fall after her first exit in 2007. However, this time around she is leaving on a more amicable note as her first departure from […]
The movie Selma premiered at the American Film Institute Festival on November 11, 2014, began a limited U.S. release on December 25, and expanded into wide theatrical release on January 9, 2015, just two months before the 50th anniversary of the march. Selma had four Golden Globe Award nominations, including Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director, and Best Actor, and won for Best Original Song. It also garnered nominations for Best […]
Just a couple weeks before the start of the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, West Indies must be concerned about certain aspects of their batting and bowling which were exposed in the 4-1 loss to South Africa in the just concluded One-Day International series. The consolation win by one wicket with nine balls to spare in the penultimate […]
Edward Regan “Eddie” Murphy the American comedian, actor, writer, singer, and director is making his return for the first time in more than 30 years to “Saturday Night Live.” The 53-year-old Brooklyn born, multi-talented star performer who got his start at “SNL” told NewsOne Now, in an interview he will be appearing on “SNL’s” 40th Anniversary Special, airing Feb. 15. […]
The difference between real and imagined is self belief or fear. This shows up in our work and our anxieties as we seek to match words with deeds explain a short coming and be authentic or mask hypocrisy and bewilderment. For sometimes, way too often, we talk a good talk, arm ourselves with facts, figures and case studies, approach an […]
Taylor Swift showed her humility and class by reaching out to a fan who posted a message to her on the popular website tumblr.com, recounting how he was being bullied at school because of his name and body. Taylor Swift, in a quick and direct response via letter sought to assuage the fear of the fan with her kind, comforting, […]
Workin’ 9 to 5, what a way to make a livin’ Barely gettin’ by, it’s all takin’ and no givin’ They just use your mind and they never give you credit It’s enough to drive you crazy if you let it 9 to 5, for service and devotion You would think that I would deserve a fair promotion Want to […]
Are you Jamaica bound to escape the bombogenesis, bluffart, and baltic wintery weather up north or just seeking a getaway for some good old rest and relaxation? Jamaica, dubbed the land of wood and water as well as a tourist’s paradise may prove to be the place to go and a decision made in the right direction. However, as you […]
Sam Smith, the 22-year-old British crooner is not only making the music charts his own, but also fans can’t get enough of him. The soulful songwriter and singer however, has found himself in a spot of bother recently as his hit song titled, “Stay With Me” is deemed a copyright infringement. The dispute stems from the fact that Smith’s song […]
