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Celebrating Black Heritage Month Week 3: Black Influencers

Celebrating Black Heritage Month Week 3: Black Influencers

For some, being a social media influencer is about what sponsorships they can snag and being the prettiest person on their platform. However, these individuals use their presence to inspire, educate, and promote what they believe in or bring joy. Rachel Lindsay View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rachel Lindsay Abasolo (@therachlindsay) Rachel Lindsay originally stepped into the…

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idobi News Flashes 02.17.21: Blockbuster for Your Face, Bye Trump Plaza, Cruella, and Wednesday

idobi News Flashes 02.17.21: Blockbuster for Your Face, Bye Trump Plaza, Cruella, and Wednesday

TL: Via Hot TopicTR: Still from The New York Times Today we have demolitions and the old becoming new again. Let’s get into it! – Atlantic City Says Goodbye to Trump Plaza At around 9am ET this morning, Atlantic City finally said goodbye to the Trump Plaza. The dilapidated eyesore had been vacant since 2014, and let’s just say people were eager to watch it implode. While the mayor of AC Marty…

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AOC Opens Up About Her Experience During the Insurrection and Trauma

AOC Opens Up About Her Experience During the Insurrection and Trauma

Photo by Claire Harbage for NPR As the weeks go on after January 6th, we are learning more and more about what happened that day at the Capitol when a mob of angry Trump supporters tried to derail democracy and put lives in danger in the process. On February 22nd, New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez took to Instagram Live to tell her story about what she experienced on the day she…

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idobi News Flashes 02.16.21: grandson, Amy Cooper, Joss Whedon Exposed

idobi News Flashes 02.16.21: grandson, Amy Cooper, Joss Whedon Exposed

Top: Photo by Ashley OsbornBL: Still from Buffy the Vampire Slayer via InstagramBR: Photo by Brittainy Newman for The New York Times Today grandson released a new music video, Amy Cooper’s charges are dropped, and several Buffy cast members stand in solidarity with Charisma Carpenter and Ray Fisher. – Grandson Drops a “Dirty” Music Video Grandson wants you to roll up your sleeves and get your…

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idobi News Flashes 02.12.21: Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, The Real World Comes Home, JT Apologizes to Janet and Britney

idobi News Flashes 02.12.21: Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, The Real World Comes Home, JT Apologizes to Janet and Britney

Photo of Justin Timberlake by John Russo Today’s theme: What’s old is new. – Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar We admit it, we’ve been quoting Bridesmaids for about 10 years now. Can’t stop won’t stop! So when we heard the news that Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo got the band back together for a new flick we got so excited we could barely contain it. Barb (Mumolo) and Star (Wiig) are two best…

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Celebrating Black Heritage Month Week 2: Black Futures

Celebrating Black Heritage Month Week 2: Black Futures

Today we are celebrating all the incredible Black game changers leading us into the future! – Jade Purple Brown Via Instagram Jade Purple Brown is a “Color-obsessed Artist ????????✨ Creating new, dynamic worlds of optimism and empowerment.” Her work is bold and vibrant and so much fun. It embodies Black Joy and is infectious in all the best ways. She’s a powerful creative whose work has been…

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idobi Flashes 02.11.21: Kings of Leon, Briggs and Banks, and Bye Bye Carano

idobi Flashes 02.11.21: Kings of Leon, Briggs and Banks, and Bye Bye Carano

L: Photo by Kate McLaughlinTR: Via InstagramBR: Via IMDB Today has a real “in with the new out with the old” vibe to it. – Gina Carano Will Not Be Returning to the Star Wars Universe As of last night, former MMA fighter turned actress Gina Carano has officially been removed from the Star Wars universe. The Mandalorian actress had previously been under fire for posting offensive content to…

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idobi News Flashes 02.10.21: Kygo, Charisma, Ebert, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and Michelle Obama + Waffles + Mochi

idobi News Flashes 02.10.21: Kygo, Charisma, Ebert, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and Michelle Obama + Waffles + Mochi

TL: Via RogerEbert.com TR: Photo by Johannes LovundBL: Via Instagram BR: Via RockHall.com We’ve got an exciting day of performances, contests, social justice, and new shows! – Charisma Carpenter Stands With Ray Fisher and Opens Up About Abuse from Joss Whedon From Buffy the Vampire Slayer via Instagram In a tweet this morning, actress Charisma Carpenter broke her silence about the abuse she…

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idobi News Flashes 02.09.21: Mary Wilson, Claudia Conway, The Best Man, Kobe and Gianna, and Framing Britney Spears

idobi News Flashes 02.09.21: Mary Wilson, Claudia Conway, The Best Man, Kobe and Gianna, and Framing Britney Spears

TL: Via Instagram TR: Photo by Mario W. Valladares M: Mural by Adaluz BL: Via Instagram BR: Via IMDB Today we are team #FreeBritney, excited about The Best Man, rooting for Claudia Conway, and we remember Mary Wilson and those lost in the Bryant helicopter crash of 2020. – Remembering Mary Wilson of the Supremes Photo by: Casey Curry Mary Wilson of The Supremes passed away last night in her…

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idobi News Flashes 02.08.21: Foo Fighters Radio Series, Billie Eilish and Peggy Lee

idobi News Flashes 02.08.21: Foo Fighters Radio Series, Billie Eilish and Peggy Lee

T: Photo by Andrew StuartBL: Photo by Seawall courtesy of MPTVBR: Photo by Quil Lemons Start the week off with the newest from Foo Fighters and Billie Eilish. – Foo Fighters Medicine at Midnight Radio Series Whether or not you’ve listened to the new Foo Fighters album Medicine at Midnight at least 8 times, now is your chance to take a deep dive with the band as they share their intimate…

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idobi News Flashes 02.05.21: Freedom Ride, Christopher Plummer, and Biden Throws Out Trump Nominations

idobi News Flashes 02.05.21: Freedom Ride, Christopher Plummer, and Biden Throws Out Trump Nominations

Top: Photo by Bob Adelman, Courtesy U.S. Library of Congress (2013645770)BL: Via Instagram BR: Via IMDB Today we remember icon John Lewis, say goodby to the legendary actor, Christopher Plummer, and toss out Trump’s last minute nominations. Deon Taylor to Direct John Lewis Biopic Freedom Ride Director, producer and writer, Deon Taylor is slated to direct an upcoming film based on the life and…

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Celebrating Black Heritage Month Week 1: Black Women Own Brands and Businesses

Celebrating Black Heritage Month Week 1: Black Women Own Brands and Businesses

Via Autumn Adeigbo Happy Black Heritage Month! Each week in February we’re going to celebrate and amplify Black excellence. Let’s start with some incredible companies owned and operated by brilliant Black women. – Blk Mkt Vintage Via Instagram Black Market Vintage is a Brooklyn based vintage concept shop aimed at celebrating Black history through vintage artifacts, collectibles, and anything…

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idobi News Flashes 02.04.21: SAG-AFTRA Takes Out the Trash, Ashnikko Debuts on Kimmel, and New Music from Hayley Williams, Eve6, and De'Wayne

idobi News Flashes 02.04.21: SAG-AFTRA Takes Out the Trash, Ashnikko Debuts on Kimmel, and New Music from Hayley Williams, Eve6, and De’Wayne

Top: Via SAG-AFTRAML: Photo by Matt Hoodhood MR: Photo by Mynxii White BL: Lindsey Byrnes BR: Still from “Black Nova” music video Wow wow wow! Out with the old, in with the new! – Hayley Williams Drops Another Surprise Album Photo by Lindsey Byrnes It’s starting to seem like one of the biggest joys in Hayley Williams’ life is surprising fans. Just last Thursday, she dropped off a copy of an…

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idobi News Flashes 02.03.21: Golden Globe Noms, Hollyboob, and Morgan Wallen Being an Idiot

idobi News Flashes 02.03.21: Golden Globe Noms, Hollyboob, and Morgan Wallen Being an Idiot

Top: Photo by Michael StevensBottom Left: Photo by John Shearer Bottom Right: Via The Golden Globes Hilarious protests, Golden Globe nominations, and once again, Morgan Wallen is behaving poorly. Let’s get into it! Morgan Wallen Caught Using Racial Slurs After a rowdy night out with friends in Nashville Sunday evening, country singer Morgan Wallen was caught stumbling his way home. But of…

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Jeff Bezos Steps Down as Amazon's CEO

Jeff Bezos Steps Down as Amazon’s CEO

Via Amazon Today it was announced that Jeff Bezos will be stepping down as Amazon’s CEO during this year’s 3rd quarter. Amazon Web Services CEO Andy Jassy will be taking his place. Jassy joined Amazon in 1997 and has spearheaded AWS since its inception in 2004. AWS accounts for roughly 52% of Amazon’s operating income.  Bezos will still oversee the company as he transitions into his new role as…

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idobi News Flashes 02.02.21: Civilians in Space, Green Day and the NFL, Michael B. Jordan as Alexa, and Chase Atlantic Album One

idobi News Flashes 02.02.21: Civilians in Space, Green Day and the NFL, Michael B. Jordan as Alexa, and Chase Atlantic Album One

Top L: Via SpaceX Top R: Via InstagramBottom L: Still from Alexa Commercial Bottom R: Photo by Jordan Knight  We have performances, sexy Alexas, and we’re going to space! – Green Day Will Be Kicking off the 10th Annual NFL Honors Iconic pop-punk trio Green Day is super stoked to get back on stage. Today the band announced they will be kicking off this year’s 10th Annual NFL Honors awards with…

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idobi News Flashes 02.01.21: A Phoenix v. Marilyn Manson and the Passing of Dustin "Screech" Diamond

idobi News Flashes 02.01.21: A Phoenix v. Marilyn Manson and the Passing of Dustin “Screech” Diamond

Top Left: Photo by Rozette Rago Top Right: Still from an interview with TMZBottom: Photo by Lindsay Elizabeth Warner Today we have news about Evan Rachel Wood, Marilyn Manson, and Dustin “Screech” Diamond. – Evan Rachel Wood and Four Other Women Accuse Marilyn Manson of Abuse Left: Photo by Travis ShinnRight: Photo by Lindsay Elizabeth Warner Actress and singer, Evan Rachel Wood, along with…