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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs temporarily steps down as Revolt chairman amid sexual abuse allegations

November 29, 2023

Photo/AP BY JONATHAN LANDRUM JR LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs has temporarily stepped down as chairman of his cable television network Revolt amid multiple sexual abuse allegations against the music mogul. Revolt announced Combs’ decision on social media Tuesday. It’s not clear when he will return to his media company — which said Combs previously had…

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“Crumbs from the table of joy,” a satisfying meal

November 27, 2023

By Constance Garcia-Barrio Grief, adolescence, risky politics, and an interracial marriage roil the Crump family in “Crumbs from the Table of Joy”, which opened November 15 at the Lantern Theater Company in Center City. The author, prolific African American playwright Lynn Nottage, whose work often centers on Black working-class people, remains the only woman to…

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and singer Cassie settle her lawsuit alleging years rape physical abuse and more offences, 1 day after it was filed

November 18, 2023

BY LARRY NEUMEISTER NEW YORK (AP) — A lawsuit by singer Cassie containing allegations of beatings and abuse by music producer Sean “Diddy” Combs has been settled, the artists announced Friday, one day after the lawsuit was filed. The settlement was announced in a statement sent by attorney Douglas Wigdor, who represents Cassie, whose full name is Casandra…

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George Brown, drummer and co-founder of Kool & The Gang, dead at 74

November 18, 2023

NEW YORK (AP) — George “Funky” Brown, the co-founder and longtime drummer of Kool & The Gang who helped write such hits as “Too Hot,” “Ladies Night,” “Joanna” and the party favorite “Celebration,” died Thursday in Los Angeles at age 74. Brown died after a battle with cancer, according to a statement released by Universal…

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Big Brother Big Sisters Independence Fashion Touchdown 2023

November 17, 2023

ABOVE PHOTO: EAGLES’ CORNERBACK DARIUS SLAY models the latest mens’ fashion at this year’s Big Brother Big Sister Independence hosted its 8th annual Fashion Touchdown. (Photo: Kharisma McIlwaine) By Kharisma McIlwaine On November 13, Big Brother Big Sister (BBBS) Independence hosted its 8th annual Fashion Touchdown, which combined fashion, football and fundraising for a wonderful…

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Remembering legendary saxophonist Tony Williams  (1931-2023)

November 17, 2023

Tony Williams, who lived a full life of 92 years and was one of the legendary alto saxophonists who truly represented “The Sound Of Philadelphia” departed this life on Saturday, November 11, 2023.  Williams was  a jazz musician for over 50 years.  Born July 2, 1931, Williams spent his early years raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee,…

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First Lady Jill Biden and former First Lady Laura Bush join Nickelodeon to unveil ‘Well Versed’ — a  new animated musical short-form series to help revitalize civic education for kids

November 3, 2023

PHILADELPHIA–First Lady Jill Biden joined Nickelodeon recently to unveil “Well Versed,” a brand-new animated musical short-form series that aims to help teach kids about democracy and the U.S. Bill of Rights in fun and imaginative ways through original pop songs. With a curriculum guided by iCivics, the nation’s premiere non-profit civic education provider for students,…

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The UniverSoul “Spirit of Soul” tour returns to Philadelphia

November 3, 2023

Famed circus brings new performances and a brand new big top tent to at Fairmont Park opening November 10 In 2023, UniverSoul offers a refreshing cultural combination of global acts, driven with an urban flair of music, dance, and laughter, all infused with the “Spirit of Soul.” The critically acclaimed and highly anticipated extravaganza is…

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