Harvard black culture awards to honor Kaepernick
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick and comedian Dave Chappelle are among eight people being honored by Harvard University for their contributions to black history and culture, the university announced Thursday. All eight recipients of the W.E.B. Du Bois Medal will be honored Oct. 11 by the Hutchins Center for African and African American Research at Harvard.
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick and comedian Dave Chappelle are among eight people being honored by Harvard University for their contributions to black history and culture, the university announced Thursday. All eight recipients of the W.E.B. Du Bois Medal will be honored Oct. 11 by the Hutchins Center for African and African American Research at Harvard.
Bob Woodward's Trump White House chronicle 'Fear' sells 1.1 million copies in 1st week
Readers haven't been afraid to get a dose of Fear. Journalist Bob Woodward's book about the conflict and controversy inside President Donald Trump's White House has sold more than a million copies, according to the publisher.
Readers haven't been afraid to get a dose of Fear. Journalist Bob Woodward's book about the conflict and controversy inside President Donald Trump's White House has sold more than a million copies, according to the publisher.
Pampers not dropping Sesame Street characters from diapers
Elmo, Big Bird and the Cookie Monster are not being pulled from Pampers diapers.
Elmo, Big Bird and the Cookie Monster are not being pulled from Pampers diapers.
Writer: Bert & Ernie ARE gay
A man who wrote scripts and songs for 15-years for "Sesame Street" now says Muppets Bert and Ernie were gay. It's been a topic for discussion for decades.
A man who wrote scripts and songs for 15-years for "Sesame Street" now says Muppets Bert and Ernie were gay. It's been a topic for discussion for decades.
Ariana Grande laments late ex Mac Miller as 'sweetest soul'
Ariana Grande posted a tribute Friday to her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller a week after the hip-hop star's death, saying she's sorry she couldn't save the "sweetest soul" who for so long was her "dearest friend."
Ariana Grande posted a tribute Friday to her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller a week after the hip-hop star's death, saying she's sorry she couldn't save the "sweetest soul" who for so long was her "dearest friend."
Beyonce, Jay-Z threatened by George Zimmerman over Trayvon Martin documentary, report says
George Zimmerman is being accused of sending threatening texts aimed at Beyoncé and Jay-Z over the rap mogul’s new Trayvon Martin documentary, according to a report.
George Zimmerman is being accused of sending threatening texts aimed at Beyoncé and Jay-Z over the rap mogul’s new Trayvon Martin documentary, according to a report.
Olivia Newton-John diagnosed with cancer for 3rd time
Olivia Newton-John says she has been diagnosed with cancer for the third time in three decades.
Olivia Newton-John says she has been diagnosed with cancer for the third time in three decades.
Jim Carrey says 'stop apologizing' and 'say yes to socialism'
'Dumb and Dumber' actor Jim Carrey on Friday urged Democrats to “say yes to socialism” and embrace the attacks from Republicans.
'Dumb and Dumber' actor Jim Carrey on Friday urged Democrats to “say yes to socialism” and embrace the attacks from Republicans.
Actor David Henrie arrested at LAX, authorities say
Actor David Henrie -- who formerly starred with Selena Gomez on the Disney Channel teen sitcom "Wizards of Waverly Place" --was arrested Monday for allegedly carrying a loaded gun at Los Angeles International Airport, authorities said.
Actor David Henrie -- who formerly starred with Selena Gomez on the Disney Channel teen sitcom "Wizards of Waverly Place" --was arrested Monday for allegedly carrying a loaded gun at Los Angeles International Airport, authorities said.
John Lennon commemorative stamp released
NEW YORK (AP) -- John Lennon's iconic mop top, round glasses and grin will now adorn a U.S. stamp.
NEW YORK (AP) -- John Lennon's iconic mop top, round glasses and grin will now adorn a U.S. stamp.
Rapper Young Thug faces 8 felony drug, gun charges
Atlanta rapper Young Thug faces new felony charges related to an arrest last year.
Atlanta rapper Young Thug faces new felony charges related to an arrest last year.
Singer Ariana Grande blamed by internet trolls for ex-boyfriend's death
Ariana Grande temporarily disabled comments from her Instagram after trolls blamed her for the death of her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller, a report stated.
Ariana Grande temporarily disabled comments from her Instagram after trolls blamed her for the death of her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller, a report stated.
Rapper Ty Dolla $ign arrested in Atlanta for drug possession
Rapper Ty Dolla $ign was arrested by Atlanta Police on charges of marijuana and cocaine possession.
Rapper Ty Dolla $ign was arrested by Atlanta Police on charges of marijuana and cocaine possession.
Cardi B escorted out of fashion party after lunging at Minaj
NEW YORK (AP) - Nicki Minaj and Cardi B were involved in an altercation Friday night that got physical at a New York Fashion Week party and left Cardi B with a mark on her head.
NEW YORK (AP) - Nicki Minaj and Cardi B were involved in an altercation Friday night that got physical at a New York Fashion Week party and left Cardi B with a mark on her head.
Rapper Mac Miller dies at 26
Rapper Mac Miller has died of an apparent overdose, according to TMZ. He was 26.
Rapper Mac Miller has died of an apparent overdose, according to TMZ. He was 26.
Academy scraps `Popular Film' category -- for now
Next year's Oscar ceremony won't be including a new prize honoring ``popular film'' after all.
Next year's Oscar ceremony won't be including a new prize honoring ``popular film'' after all.
Burt Reynolds, star of film, TV and tabloids, dead at 82
NEW YORK (AP) - Burt Reynolds, the handsome film and television star known for his acclaimed performances in "Deliverance" and "Boogie Nights" and for an active off-screen life which included relationships with Loni Anderson, Sally Field and Dinah Shore, has died at age 82. His death was confirmed Thursday by his agent Todd Eisner, who did not immediately have further details.
NEW YORK (AP) - Burt Reynolds, the handsome film and television star known for his acclaimed performances in "Deliverance" and "Boogie Nights" and for an active off-screen life which included relationships with Loni Anderson, Sally Field and Dinah Shore, has died at age 82. His death was confirmed Thursday by his agent Todd Eisner, who did not immediately have further details.
Roy Moore sues Sacha Baron Cohen over 'defamatory' TV prank
Failed U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore on Wednesday sued comedian Sacha Baron Cohen for defamation and emotional distress after being pranked on the actor's television show.
Failed U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore on Wednesday sued comedian Sacha Baron Cohen for defamation and emotional distress after being pranked on the actor's television show.
Inquest: Cranberries singer O'Riordan drowned after drinking
The Cranberries singer Dolores O'Riordan accidentally drowned in a bathtub after drinking, a coroner's inquest concluded Thursday.
The Cranberries singer Dolores O'Riordan accidentally drowned in a bathtub after drinking, a coroner's inquest concluded Thursday.
Tyler Perry offers former 'Cosby' star Geoffrey Owens a job
Tyler Perry has offered former "Cosby Show" star Geoffrey Owens a job after photos of him working at a grocery store showed up on news sites.
Tyler Perry has offered former "Cosby Show" star Geoffrey Owens a job after photos of him working at a grocery store showed up on news sites.