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[StyleBlazer.com] Jourdan Dunn Looks STRIKING for Vogue Paris August 2011
Models Jourdan Dunn and Natasha Poly were featured in Vogue Paris’ August 2011 issue showcasing Lloyd Simmonds’ edgy make-up vision. (Read)

[24Wired.tv] Behind the Music: Mary J. Blige Talks About Hitting Rock Bottom
Mary opens up about the lowest point in her life and career… (Watch)

[AtlantaPost.com] Ghana’s Digital Recycling a Dirty Business
On the outskirts of Accra lies the Agbogbloshie slum—one of Ghana’s largest electronics-waste dumps. (Read)

[MadameNoire.com] How to Manage Toddler Tantrums in Public
Don’t get taken over by a tot! (Read)

[HipHopWired.com] ONE MusicFest Presents The “State of the Atlanta Music Scene” Press Conference & Roundtable
Mountain Dew, Ford, Miller Lite, SolFusion welcomed ONE MusicFest to the City of Atlanta on Thursday, July 21, 2011 during the “State of the Atlanta Music Scene” Press (Read)

[www.hiphopwired.com] The 10th Annual Dynamic Producer Conference Going Down In August… Register Now
This Is One Producer’s Conference You Don’t Want To Miss!!! (Read)

[www.styleblazer.com] Men In V-Neck Shirts, Hate it Or Love it?
A great V-neck is a must in every woman’s wardrobe arsenal. But should men have a few in their closet also? (Read)

[24wiredTV.com] Barbershop Buzz: Is The NFL Back In Business?
Could the NFL lockout finally be over? That is the word, according to several media outlets, who say that the four month lockout may finally end this week…(Watch)

[www.atlantapost.com] Chris Kirubi: Success Advice from a Kenyan Mogul
Chris Kirubi is a complex man. One of Africa’s richest and most successful businessmen, he’s that rare blend of Donald Trump, Jeffrey Sachs,Richard Branson and American music star DJ Khaled, in African skin. (Read)

[www.madamenoire.com] Are You Spying on Your Boo?
Have you ever spied on your man? Have you ever snooped through his emails, checked his text messages, scrolled through his cell phone call history, scrolled through his laptop’s browser history, or rummaged through his laundry? (Read)

[www.atlantapost.com] Owner Sets High Goals for Soccer Team
T. Fitz Johnson’s twin daughters, Jordan and Whitney, have quite expensive tastes. Two years ago, when the pro soccer team Atlanta Beat (which operated from 2001 to 2003 as part of the Women’s United Soccer Association) became available to be a part of Women’s Professional Soccer (WPS), they urged Johnson to look into it. (Read)

[www.madamenoire.com] How To Be The “Bigger Person” In Trying Situations
As much as we attempt to keep a level head, be kind and stay classy…there’s always that one jerk who wants to push you to the limit. (Read)

[www.hiphopwired.com] Tracklisting Revealed For Pusha T’s “Fear Of God: Let Us Pray” EP
The official tracklisting for the re-release of Pusha T’s Fear Of God mixtape has been released. As previously reported Pusha’s releasing his mixtape as an EP that hits stores August 23. (Read)

[www.styleblazer.com] HOT Jewelry Collab: Swarovski Taps Surging Designers Prabal Gurung And Joseph Altuzarra For New Capsule Collection
The Swarovski name has long been synonymous with high-end crystal crusted gems. Of late, they’ve been adding new names to their design invitational roster to infuse new design within their Atelier Swarovski label. (Read)

[24wiredTV] Justin Timberlake and Jimmy Fallon Reunite for ‘History of Rap 2′
Justin Timberlake reprised his famous “History of Rap” skit during his appearance on “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. (Watch)

[StyleBlazer.com] Hey Ladies, Now You Can Get Your Nails Did At Sephora!
Starting July 25th nail art services will be available at select Sephora locations in New York and San Francisco.(Read)

[24Wired.tv] Unfaithful: Stories of Betrayal – Series Premiere
Unfaithful: Stories of Betrayal is a newly added series on the OWN Network that features couples that have suffered and survived infidelity in their marriages. (Watch)

[AtlantaPost.com] Black Business Directory Insists on Relevance
When Gil Robertson moved to Cobb County, he had a hard time finding black businesses offering some of the home-cooked foods he enjoyed. So he did what any entrepreneur would do and established a business directory of black-owned businesses. (Read)

[MadameNoire.com] 5 Ways To Create Balance In Your Life
‘Work hard and play hard’. Taken out of context, this saying could land you in a world of irresponsible trouble; but if applied responsibly, it advises you to work hard but also make time to enjoy your life. (Read)

[HipHopWired.com] Fabolous feat. Red Cafe – “Y’all Don’t Hear Me Tho”
Fabolous takes a trek to The Brooklyn Bridge for his latest visual from his The S.O.U.L. Tape. (Watch)

[www.hiphopwired.com] D’Angelo Working On New Album After Eleven Year Hiatus
It only took eleven years but apparently rumored drug abuse and run-ins with the law have kept D’Angelo away from the studio long enough. (Read)

[www.styleblazer.com] Approved: Our 15 Favorite Natural Hair Divas
Oprah can do no wrong in our book but her longtime hairstylist, Andre Walker, recently received the scorn of many women when he made comments about natural hair that left us scratching our heads. (Read)

[24wiredTV] Black Caucus Leader: African-Americans Living in ‘Depression’
Cleaver said politicians in Washington are falling short because are focused on only one issue at a time. (watch)

[www.atlantapost.com] Sneaker Aficionado Turns Entrepreneur
From Run DMC rapping about “My Adidas” to Nelly waxing poetic about “Air Force Ones,” sneakers have been a fabric in pop culture for years. (Read)

[www.madamenoire.com] Friends With Benefits: Can You Really Handle It?
You like him, he likes you; but you’re far from committed to each other. (Read)

[MadameNoire.com] Kindred The Family Soul: How They Met, Their Music And Their Legacy
It’s always nice to watch couples in love. There’s laughter, shared stories and syrupy, sweet sentimental moments that you just might catch if you’re lucky. (Read)

[HipHopWired.com] Gucci Mane’s First Interview Since Release From Prison
In this post prison interview with KLTV, Gucci talked about his first day out of jail, his face tattoo and answered some off the wall questions (Watch)

[StyleBlazer.com] Editors Picks: 5 Must-Have Summer Bags
Summer’s in full swing, StyleBlazers, have you snagged a standout bag yet? If not, no worries… (Read)

[24Wired.tv] Are Interracial Relationships Still Taboo?
In the second installment of the interracial dating series, On the Corner interracial couples were asked what were people’s reactions to their dating… (Watch)

[AtlantaPost.com] Obama Campaign Already at $47 Million
President Obama raised $47 million for his re-election campaign in the three-month period that ended June 30, his aides said on Wednesday, far outpacing the Republican candidates who hope to replace him. (Read)

[www.atlantapost.com] Philly Eases Marijuana Prosecutions
LYynne Abraham doesn’t get it. And she’ll probably never get it, no matter how many statistics and reports show that America’s 40-year-old “war on drugs” has been a hugely expensive and crime-inducing failure. (Read)

[www.madamenoire.com] How to Manage an Office Love Affair
How does one not fall victim to lust at work? One too many spend the majority of their days working behind the desk and dodging what has the potential to become an office romance. (Read)

[www.hiphopwired.com] Diggy Simmons Talks “Closer To My Dreams” Tour, Atlantic Records Signing
The 16-year-old rap phenom spoke on a number of topics including his famous family, his “Closer To My Dreams” tour with Tyga and his signing to Atlantic Records. (Watch)

[www.styleblazer.com] Cause of Death Revealed for Plus-Size Model Mia Amber Davis
According to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s office, beautiful plus-size model, Mia Amber Davis, died from a blood clot in her lungs. (Read)

[24wiredtv] How African-Americans Can Embrace ‘Side-Hustles’ to Survive
When government measures are still not enough to break-even on the monthly budget, many citizens have gotten creative… (Watch)

[24Wired.tv] Single Ladies – Sharon Love the new Oprah?
Check out the best moments of episode 6… (Watch)

[AtlantaPost.com] How Your Cell Phone Funds Rape & War in the Congo
Tungsten, gold and other minerals used in consumer electronics come from all over the world, but one troubled African nation is a primary international supplier. (Read)

[MadameNoire.com] How To Stay Friends With A New Mom
After one of your girlfriend’s has a baby, her life as she knows it changes completely. (Read)

[HipHopWired.com] Mooning Charges Dismissed Against Foxy Brown
Foxy Brown is officially off the hook now that charges she mooned her neighbor have been dropped. (Read)

[StyleBlazer.com] Tyler the Creator covers RESPECT Magazine
Even though the LA crew’s buzz has died down a little bit, Tyler and the Odd Future Wolf Gang are still a huge current topic in Hip-Hop. (Read)

[StyleBlazer.com] K-Fraudy Aubry Models for True Religion’s Fall 2011 Jeans Campaign
We guess looks can get you further than what they teach you in school, as the very handsome Gabriel Aubry stars in True Religion’s Fall 2011 campaign with Anne Vyalitsyna. (Read)

[24Wired.tv] Paul Mooney Jr. On Planking
Paul Mooney Jr. is back with another episode of the Weekend Update where he address the new fad that has gone viral “Planking” – a parody that offers homage to the comic genius of Mr. Paul Mooney. (Watch)

[AtlantaPost.com] Hate Your Boss? Here’s What to Do
Most Americans might not plot to kill their supervisors like the employees do in the new Jennifer Aniston movie “Horrible Bosses”, but nearly half have reason to scream bloody murder, a new survey says. (Read)

[MadameNoire.com] 8 Reasons Why We Love Weddings
Most weddings are joyous, beautiful occasions. Others can be a tad tacky or hood. Either way we love them. (Read)

[HipHopWired.com] Kid Cudi Announces Final “Man On The Moon” Album
Kid Cudi recently announced that he will be coming out with the final episode of the Man On The Moon trilogy next fall. (Read)

[HipHopWired.com] One Thurd Talk Waka Flocka Affiliation, Musical Influences And New Single
Mizay Entertainment, the home of Waka Flocka and Gucci Mane is debuting their new Hip-Hop group One Thurd. (Watch)

[StyleBlazer.com] Approved: Awesome African Hat & Bag brand “Diva Delicious” by Ghanaian Designer, Sandi Owusu
The name Diva Delicious is an exact description of every accessory the brand carries… (Read)

[24Wired.tv] Damon Dash Reflects on Jay-Z’s Reasonable Doubt On Its 15 Anniversary
VH1 kicks off it’s new monthly series, Album-Versaries, with a look back at Jay-Z’s “Reasonable Doubt,” which just celebrated it’s 15th Anniversary. (Watch)

[AtlantaPost.com] Frugal & Fab: Top Black Budget Fashion Bloggers Share Their Best Tips
There’s nothing wrong with taking a financially shrewd approach towards personal primping. (Read)

[MadameNoire.com] Inside Madame Noire’s Beauty Suite With African Pride
Madame Noire had a good ol’ time hosting a beauty suite with African Pride in New Orleans. (Read)

[MadameNoire.com] Why A Man’s Fingers May Determine His Penis Size
If size does matter to you and you’ve been peeping at a man’s shoe to clue you in on his length, it seems you might be looking in the wrong place. (Read)

[HipHopWired.com] The Pharcyde, Anthony David, Foreign Exchange, & More Performing At ONE MusicFest
The Mayor’s Office of the City of Atlanta welcomes the second annual ONE MusicFest. (Read)

[StyleBlazer.com] Happy B’Day to Actresses, Tia & Tamera Mowry: A Look Back At The Identical Twins’ Style Evolution
Tia and Tamera Mowry celebrated their 33rd birthday yesterday. It’s hard to imagine the two as anything other than the teens who stepped in the scene in 1994 in Sister, Sister. (Read)

[24Wired.tv] Single Ladies: Val Is Sick Of Men & Takes A Dating Hiatus
Fed up with several bad dates, Val decides to take a break from men, & finds it harder than anticipated. Watch the latest episode of Single Ladies. (Watch)

[AtlantaPost.com] Slaves Yes, But They’re Just Playing
When is a slave not a slave? When he or she is an actor/interpreter at Colonial Williamsburg, but some people get upset… (Read)

[AtlantaPost.com] Toyota Goes Black to See Green
Toyota will introduce a new ad campaign next week, promoting its RAV4 compact sport utility vehicle to the African-American market. (Read)

[MadameNoire.com] Ask A Very Smart Brotha: Dating Online & The “Big Brother” Types
Dear Very Smart Brotha: I am a young girl who has known this brotha for a minute, met at church, and I look to him as my big brother, even though I have one. He is in the army and only comes to visit every 3 months or so. (Read)

[HipHopWired.com] Styles P Discusses “Where The Angels Sleep” Video, Second Book & The Lox Album
Styles P discusses his new video “Where The Angels Sleep,” the hold up with The Lox album as well as his take on the new era of rappers and MCs. (Watch)

[StyleBlazer.com] Before there was Gaga, there was Grace Jones: The Original Fashion Diva Still Reigns
Grace Jones is still killing it, performing at Hyde Park at the Wireless Festival last weekend in an interesting but tamed get up and futuristic make up with a super hat to match. (Read)

[24Wired.tv] If Casey Anthony were Black Would the Verdict be Different?
The case struck a nerve on what is colloquially called “black Twitter” because it reminds us of a larger trend that is unquestionably a sign of grave injustice… (Watch)

[Styleblazer.com] How Would you React if someone Wore White to your Wedding? Naomi Campbell rocked a white Givenchy gown to Princess Charlene’s wedding in Monaco [Read]

[24Wired.tv] Amy Fisher’s Massive Detox Meltdown Amy Fisher’s traumatic relationship with the media is triggered by the production’s cameras. Will she leave Celebrity Rehab? [Watch]

[AtlantaPost.com] How China Changed Everything For Stephon Marbury’s Starbury In China, crazed hoops fanatics, and the Starbury shoe and apparel brand Marbury has taken off. [Read]

[MadameNoire.com] The Seven Worse Places To Meet A Guy If you’re in the market for a good guy, cut your losses (as much as possible) and avoid looking for love in these places. [Read]

[HipHopWired.com] J. Cole Talks Album Title, Says He’s Still Waiting On A Jay-Z Verse J.Cole is speaking on his debut album Cole World: The Sideline Story and revealing how he came up with the project’s name [Watch]

[www.hiphopwired.com] DMX – “Sucka 4 Love”
A new DMX song popped up online today. Could an Earl Simmons comeback be in the works? (Listen)

[www.styleblazer.com] Approved: Yummy Male Model Andre Douglas
You like? His face is gorgeous, slender body perfectly cut for designer clothes and that scruffy goatee suits him well. (Read)

[24wiredTV] Music Video: Tinie Tempah f/ Wiz Khalifa – ‘Till I’m Gone’
Tinie Tempah connects with his pal from across the pond, Wiz Khalifa, in the video for “Till I’m Gone,” the Stargate-produced single from his U.S. debut Disc-Overy. (Watch)

[www.atlantapost.com] NBA Lockout Now Official
NBA owners locked out their players Friday after labor negotiations collapsed, threatening the upcoming basketball season. (Read)

[MadameNoire.com] Ask A Very Smart Brother: Hypocrites And Open Relationships
Dear Very Smart Brotha: I’m dating a man that is wonderful, he’s romantic, thoughtful, respectful etc. He also has very strong values/morals regarding marriage and doesn’t believe in divorce. (Read)

[HipHopWired.com] New Video: Lupe Fiasco Feat. Trey Songz “Outta My Head”
Lupe Fiasco has released the video for his new single “Outta My Head” featuring Trey Songz. (Watch)

[Styleblazer.com] Kelly Osbourne flaunts her new curves for Madonna’s “Material Girl” Line for Macy’s
It never ceases to amaze us the confidence that celebs (and for that matter, everyone too) seem to gain after they shed those extra pounds… (Read)

[24Wired.tv] Terry Kennedy Talks Hip-Hop’s Influence On Skateboarding
HipHopWired caught up with pro skateboarder Terry Kennedy at the BET awards this weekend. (Watch)

[AtlantaPost.com] Rich Have Gotten Even Richer During Sluggish Economic Recovery
A new report shows that the world’s richest people are richer now than they were before the 2008 recession hit. (Read)