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Apr 8 2010

Author: Ky-Mani Marley

From the minute that child came into the house, you knew you were in trouble.
You never asked for a brother or sister, but there you were. And from then on, you had to share toys, Mom, everything.
But it wasn’t all bad. With a sibling in the house, there was always somebody to play with. It pretty much doubled your toys. And best of all, you knew, down-deep, that somebody would always have your back.

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CBS’ Undercover Boss: Exposes the real Black man

Gail Choice | OW Contributor

Apr 1 2010

Hollywood by Choice

CBS’ “Undercover Boss” is a ratings winner; it’s one of the best reality shows on TV. According to the latest stats, it rules Sunday night. And it’s been picked up for a second season.

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“Tupac Shakur: The Life and Times of an American Icon”

Terri Schichenmeyer | OW Contributor

Mar 25 2010

Author: Tayannah Lee McQuillar and Fred L. Johnson III, Ph.D.

Have you ever wondered why music is important to you?
Scientists have all sorts of explanations, but you probably can’t live without your iPod, because the tunes you love speak to you. Those songs move you body and soul, and the singers say words you only wish you could say.
But despite the fame and fortune, the lives of those singers aren’t as great as you think they are—or were in the case of one rapper.

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Tribute to Black women in film and television

Gail Choice | OW Contributor

Mar 25 2010

Hollywood by Choice

Applause. Applause.
Consider this my standing ovation to Black women who dare to set their sights on working in Hollywood films and television productions. Thank you for continuing to blaze the trails set by the likes of Hattie McDaniel, Lena Horne, Dorothy Dandridge and Josephine Baker, just to name a few.

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