Friday, May 31, 2024

Get The Scoop On The Star Studded African Music Artists RAISING Money To Uplift Africa

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AMBUSA Experience 2024 Showcases
Outstanding Musical Artists RAISING
Money For Essential Needs
In African Countries



The ABOFREM AREA FOUNDATION, INC (AAF) a 501 (C) 3 non-profit organization, is proud to announce the AMBUSA EXPERIENCE 2024, www.ambusa.org, featuring a star-studded lineup of entertainers and artists headlined by musicians: Sarkodie, Samini, and Efya.

The AMBUSA EXPERIENCE 2024 is an initiative of AAF dedicated to promoting and preserving African heritage and cultural diversity.

The event will showcase the exceptional talents led by three of Ghana's most renowned artists, who will captivate the audience with their unique blend of Afrobeats, dancehall, and soulful melodies. You can order your tickets online.

See Some Of The Uplifting Work of AMBUSA
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30th NAACP Theatre Awards Honorees

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LA MAYOR KAREN BASS, NORM LEWIS, STOKLEY, MYLES FROST, COUNCILWOMAN HEATHER HUTT SET TO SHINE AS HONOREES AT THE 30TH NAACP THEATRE AWARDS


The Beverly Hills/Hollywood Branch of the NAACP names celebrated and esteemed honorees for the upcoming 30th NAACP Theatre Awards red carpet dinner show, scheduled to be held on Monday, June 3, 2024, at the adorned Taglyan Complex, 1201 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA, 90038 at 6pm.

Black Mafia Family (BMF) star Michole Briana White will host this year’s awards show highlighting black greatness throughout the theatre world, Broadway stars, and community servants. Michole began her career appearing in several popular television shows and has an extensive body of work in film, theatre, television, and commercials. She recently had guest star appearances in the final season of Atlanta and FBI International. White starred in the Gotham Award-winning web series “The Strange Eyes of Dr. Myes” and is co-creator of its upcoming sequel. No stranger to the world of music, she is a singer/songwriter and licenses her music for film and television. She has performed with the LA Philharmonic at Disney Concert Hall and her vocals were featured on the Daytime Emmy Awards. Some of her theatrical credits include the original Off-Broadway production of August Wilson’s Jitney and Radio Golf at The Goodman Theatre and The Kennedy Center. She also appeared in Suzan Lori-Parks’s “Fucking A” at The NY Public Theatre and the musical “When Jazz Had the Blues” playing the iconic role of Lena Horne. Michole has been the recipient of the Obie, Ovation, NAACP Image, Audelco, and Drama Critics Circle Awards.

The NAACP Theatre Awards will bestow the NAACP Lifetime Achievement Theatre Award to acclaimed actor and veteran Broadway star, Norm Lewis. He is an Emmy, Grammy, Tony, and SAG Award nominee and acquired one of his first theatre credits in 1992 and made his Broadway debut in, “The Who’s Tommy”. From there, he earned numerous award nominations for his performance as Porgy in the Broadway production of The Gershwins’ Porgy & Bess and amazingly in 2014 made history as the first Black “Phantom” in The Phantom of The Opera on Broadway. Taking a brief pause from Broadway, Lewis showcased his talents on the small screen in noteworthy television productions like the politically driven drama Scandal, The Blacklist, Gotham, She’s Gotta Have It, Grey’s Anatomy, Spike Lee’s Da 5 Bloods, Law & Order plus the critically acclaimed drama series POSE. He also appeared as ‘Caiaphas’ in the award-winning NBC television special, “Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert!,” alongside John Legend, Sara Bareilles, and Alice Cooper.

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Black Designer's Decor Collection Now Available at Macy’s, Target, and other Major Retailers

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MEET THE BLACK DESIGNER WHOSE VIBRANT DECOR COLLECTION IS NOW AVAILABLE AT MACY’S, WAYFAIR, TARGET, AND OTHER MAJOR RETAILERS


 Rochelle Porter Design, a leading Black woman-owned home decor brand, is excited to announce the availability of its new decor collection at major retailers nationwide, just in time for summer. This captivating release features an array of pieces created to infuse homes with style, color, and eclectic flair.

The collection, crafted by renowned artist and designer Rochelle Porter, offers an assortment of striking decor items designed to bring a touch of whimsy to any living space. From statement-making duvet sets to eye-catching accent pillows, each piece showcases Porter’s distinctive hand-drawn patterns and vibrant color palettes, inspired by her Caribbean roots and global travels.

The availability of this collection at major retailers marks a significant milestone for Rochelle Porter Design, which has previously partnered with industry leaders like West Elm. Now, the company’s designs are easily accessible to a wider audience through leading retailers’ online platforms, including WayfairJC Penney, Amazon, and BedBathandBeyond.com.



Tuesday, May 28, 2024

60-Year-Old Black CEO Fed Up With Night Sweats From Menopause

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60-YEAR-OLD BLACK CEO FED UP WITH NIGHT SWEATS FROM MENOPAUSE EXPANDS FAMILY-OWNED BAMBOO SLEEPWEAR LINE


60-year-old Donna Taylor and her sister, Deborah, are now helping women address the issues of menopause with their stylish bamboo sleepwear brand, Sleep Sassy. After becoming fed up with night sweats from menopause themselves, they decided to expand their products to include stylish bamboo sleepwear that helps women combat night sweats.

More than 1 million women in the United States experience menopause each year and most people have likely heard of menopause even if they haven’t experienced it themselves. Donna Taylor and Deborah Taylor have been growing their company and adding additional styles to help women who are dealing with the symptoms of menopause and peri-menopause.

“You want something that’s comfortable and moisture-wicking to help with those pesky night sweats, so you don’t feel drenched in sweat when you’re trying to sleep,” Donna said. “People that have purchased it love the look and feel of the fabric, and they like the way the sleepwear makes them feel.”



Sunday, May 26, 2024

Nigerian Author Releases Third Book “When It All Falls Down”

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NIGERIAN AUTHOR, CHINEDU ACHEBE, RELEASES HIS THIRD BOOK “WHEN IT ALL FALLS DOWN”


Chinedu Achebe, the acclaimed Nigerian American author, is set to release his highly anticipated third book, When It All Falls Down. Following the success of his previous works, including the award-winning The Miseducation of Obi Ifeanyi, Achebe continues to captivate readers with his poignant storytelling.

In this stirring sequel to The Miseducation of Obi Ifeanyi, Achebe delves into the lives of Obi and Nkechi Ifeanyi, along with their children, Ikechukwu and Chimamanda. Set against the backdrop of Houston, Texas, the family grapples with the complexities of identity, love, and resilience. As the world faces global upheaval, including the Covid-19 pandemic, racial strife, and political storms, the Ifeanyis seek solace in each other.