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FedEx Named one of the 2017 Best Workplaces for Diversity by Great Place to Work and Fortune
(Black PR Wire) MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) announced today that it has been recognized as one of the 2017 Best Workplaces for Diversity by global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work and Fortu...
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Funky Turns 40! Funk, Art & Soul - The Black Archives Celebrates its 40th Anniversary
(Black PR Wire) The Black Archives History & Research Foundation of South Florida, Inc. turns 40 this years and is set to host a celebration during its Soul Basel event taking place December 6-9 in Miami, FL. Hosted by...
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FMU Students Receive Grant from the NASCAR Foundation
Student from Florida Memorial University's National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) have been awarded a grant from the NASCAR Foundation.
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Greentop Gifts' Clarence Claus Featured in O Magazine
Clarence returns with new apparel and signature wrapping paper for the 2017 Holiday Season.
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Cedric the Entertainer: Using Laughter to Build Character
Tomorrow, Cedric the Entertainer offers fans a rare glimpse into his private life, detailing his passion for helping kids, how his faith impacts his comedy, and revealing how close friends like Steve Harvey are a vital part of the comedy ic...
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WGN America to Air a Brand New Home Improvement Show
“Flip This Hood” Airs November 19th
(Black PR Wire) Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX – WGN America will Air a Home Restoration Show like no other; starting Sunday, November 19, 2017 audiences will welcome into their Homes...
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Altemia™ Achieves Successful Clinical Results in Pediatric Patients with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)
Statistically significant results confirm the mechanism of action of AltemiaTM for the treatment of SCD
Primary and secondary endpoints were met
A clinically meaningful reduction of vaso-occlusive crises (VOCs) was observed in the top...
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A Marching Band at Allen University
Mr. Eddie Ellis Hired as New Band Director to lead the Band of Gold
(Black PR Wire) Allen University today unveiled another vital element in the institution's steady resurgence. A show-stopping marching band directed by an...
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Naturi Naughton Hosts “BET HER FIGHTS: BREAST CANCER” Concert Special Premiering Sunday, October 22, 2017 at 7pm ET/PT on BET Her and 10pm ET/PT on BET
Concert Special Features Uplifting Performances from Keyshia Cole, Sevyn Streeter, Alice Smith, and Iconic Girl Group XSCAPE
Personal Stories of Strength and Survival from La La Anthony, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Vivian Green, Richard Roundtre...
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JASON TAYLOR ANNOUNCES MIKE POUNCEY TO FACE JARVIS LANDRY AT JT’S PING-PONG SMASH 14 PRESENTED BY PUBLIX
AT HARD ROCK LIVE ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6
(Black PR Wire) HOLLYWOOD – Two years ago, Jason Taylor shook up the table-tennis community by adding Mike Pouncey to his annual Ping-Pong Smash lineup. On Monday, Novem...
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Last Chance for High School Students to Apply for 2018 Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort
Applications for the once-in-a-lifetime inspirational program are open through Oct. 31 at www.DisneyDreamersAcademy.com
(Black PR Wire) LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – October 12, 2017 – High School students participating in the 2018 D...
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My Miami Story conversations set for October 17
As communities across the nation grapple with an inflammatory racial and political climate, there is an increased need for spaces where people can find common ground through shared experiences and open dialogue. That's a main driver behind...
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NASA Langley’s Katherine Johnson Computational Research Facility Officially Opens
(Black PR Wire) When she heard that NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, would name its newest building after her, Katherine Johnson responded the only way she could – with surprise.
“You want my hones...
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NABJ Establishes Hurricane Fund, Solicits Support as Disasters Continue to Wreak Havoc
NABJ members impacted by Hurricanes Irma and Harvey are encouraged to apply
(Black PR Wire) WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) continues to express concern and extends offers of support as Hurricanes Ir...
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Theatre Communications Group and Project1VOICE to Host #LegacyLeaders Video Screening Tour for Douglas Turner Ward and Negro Ensemble Company at Ebony Repertory Theatre on Saturday, September 23
Celebration to Feature Video Screening and Panel Discussion with Negro Ensemble Company Alumni
(Black PR Wire) LOS ANGELES, Sept. 5, 2017 – Theatre Communications Group (TCG) and Project1VOICE (P1V) are proud...
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Allstate and Tom Joyner Celebrate Family, Fun and Fellowship Labor Day Weekend at The Allstate Tom Joyner Family Reunion
Tom Joyner, host of the nationally syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show, and Allstate Insurance Company are celebrating the importance of family fun for every generation at the 2017 Allstate Tom Joyner Family Reunion. The prominent event, now...
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“IYANLA: FIX MY LIFE” RETURNS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 AT 9:00 PM ET/PT ON OWN
(Black PR Wire) Los Angeles – OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network’s award-winning series “Iyanla: Fix My Life” hosted by six-time New York Times bestselling author, spiritual life coach and executive producer Iyanla...
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Tagged Launches Tagged Live
(Black PR Wire) NEW HOPE, Pa - AUGUST 15, 2017 – The Meet Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:MEET), a public market leader in the mobile meeting space, today announced a new live-streaming feature on Tagged, its leading African-American mobile meeti...
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HBO RENEWS BALLERS AND INSECURE
(Black PR Wire) With both series seeing record viewership this season, HBO has renewed the comedy series BALLERS for a fourth season and INSECURE for a third season, it was announced today by Amy Gravitt, executive vice president, HBO Progr...
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JTF to Introduce “The Get Up” An Urban Fashion Experience
The Jason Taylor Foundation, through its Omari Hardwick bluapple Poetry Network, is celebrating the end of summer and the beginning of the 2017-18 school year with the introduction of its newest and most fashion forward event to date. "The...
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