Correspondent: MG Media Robert L. Johnson, founder and chairman of the RLJ Companies and founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET) was inducted into the 2013 Giants of Broadcasting honors. Inductees are chosen annually. It is the highest award recognition in media from the Library of American Broadcasting. The event was recently held at New York’s…
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The Black Steve Jobs Is Coming
NPR speaks with top Blacks in tech to discuss the progress of African descendants in the field of technology. The interview includes commentary from: Ayori Selassie, Founder of Pitch Mixer Entrepreneur Forum Walter Kimbrough, Dillard University President Greg Greenlee, Blacks In Tech founder Blog with us. BBC is currently publishing news articles and updates. Email…
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Joint Center Study Shows African Americans are Biggest Users of Online Job Search
African Americans are more likely than the public at large to use the Internet to look for a job, and particularly when it comes to using mobile devices and social media for that purpose, according to research unveiled today by the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies. The report from the Joint Center, “Broadband…
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Black Patients Less Likely To Request Discounted Medicine
Reuters and The Journal of Emergency Medicine report that African American emergency room patients are less likely to request lower costing medicine. For the most part, many are not aware that cheaper versions of medicine are available and many don’t ask. According to the study, White patients are more likely to ask for cheaper drugs….
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African American Voting Power Wins Virginia Governor’s Race For Democrats
The African American vote is becoming a more powerful force with each race for public office. African American voters represented 20% of the electorate in the recent Virginia governor’s race. Reports show that over 90% of African American voters supported Democrat Terry McAuliffe, which is mostly likely the reason he won the race over Republican…
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Teenagers Leaving Facebook In Mass Numbers
CNN reports a growing trend among teenagers, that are using Facebook less often and expanding their use of other social networks. According to CNN: In May, a survey by the Pew Internet & American Life Project included focus groups with teens who said their enthusiasm for Facebook had waned. They cited the increasing presence of…
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Brooklyn Blogger J.Nicole Featured On “Love Your Natural Hair” TV Show
Black Bloggers Connect member J.Nicole was featured on “Love Your Natural Hair” TV show. “Love Your Natural Hair,” is the television directorial debut of Scott Hampton. It originally aired on Friday, September 13, 2013 at 5:30PM. This half-hour-long talk show explores the often-controversial topic of natural hair with host Renée of BeautifulBoxBraids.com, guests Carolyn McCall, Christina…
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American Express OPEN Joins digitalundivided’s FOCUS100 Symposium as exclusive Financial Partner
One of the MOST Diverse Tech Conferences on the Planet Kicks Off October 4th in New York City with over 80% of speakers women and people of color. American Express OPEN joins digitalundivided’s FOCUS100 Symposium and Bootcamp as the exclusive financial partner. The 3 day conference, taking place October 4th – 6th, 2013 in New…
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New York Fashion Week Content Provided for Bloggers and Online Magazines by FashionMingle.net During Mercedez-Benz Fashion Week September 5-12, 2013
Bloggers and online magazines can access professional photographs from the runway, daily trend reports, and videos to create Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week coverage for no charge. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is returning to New York City and FashionMingle.net, a networking and PR platform for fashion entrepreneurs is delivering daily New York Fashion Week coverage. Working with an experienced team…
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Afrozon World Sports, Inc Taps Michael Ndoumbe As Executive Vice President
Los Angeles, CA… Afrozon World Sports, INC announced today Michael Ndoumbe as its Executive Vice President. In addition to his day-to-day operations duties, which include oversight of external communications, government relations and philanthropy, Ndoumbe will serve as the co-chair of the inaugural Afrozon World Soccer Tournament. AWST will present the Afrozon World Soccer Tournament beginning…