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Around the Web -- Rick Ross Vs. Gotti, 'True Blood's' Slave Imagery + More

John Gotti's grandson put down his orange tanner long enough to call out Rick Ross for using the "Teflon Don" nickname. "Carmine Gotti," an aspiring rapper, called Ross a copycat who didn't pay his dues to earn that title. [Rap-Up] ... Read More

Money Talks: Will Smith Made Zero Donations To Scientology Last Year

For several years now, BV Buzz has been reporting that Will Smith is not a Scientologist. The Oscar nominee addressed the rumor almost two years ago – read the BV Buzz story 'Will Smith: Actor Clears Up Scientology Rumors Again' published on ... Read More

Blacks in California Divided Over Marijuana Ballot Measure

African-Americans in California are torn over efforts to legalize marijuana. Under the ballot measure, named Proposition 19, adults aged 21 and over will be allowed to possess an ounce of weed. The measure would also allow California to tax and ... Read More

Chain Fail: Floyd Mayweather's Diamond iPod

Whether it's a bottle of Nuvo or Fozzie Bear it seems that brothers will never run out stupid stuff to bejewel or plate in precious metals. The latest nominee for the "Ostentatious & Ign'ant" chain award is none other than Pacquaio-ducker boxing ... Read More

Dear Drapers: A Letter to 'Mad Men's' First Family from the Black Maid

From the Loop 21: Dear Drapers, Season 4 of Mad Men is about to start. My summer was really nice not that you asked, and I'm not looking forward to coming back into your crazy house of sex, lies, and bratty kids (thanks for popping another one out, ... Read More

Racial Tensions High in North Carolina Over Educational Discrimination

Racial tensions are heightened in North Carolina over efforts to end a diversity policy within the public school system. The head of the state NAACP chapter was also among those who were arrested in a protest about the new initiative. ... Read More

Ageless Beauty: 11 Women Who Have Aged Gracefully

From Essence: Here are some of our all-time favorite celebs who have aged gracefully. We tip our hats to these select 11 women because whatever their fountain of youth is -- whether it be steady exercise, keeping hydrated, staying moisturized, or ... Read More

Elena Kagan Close to Being on the Court. This Is Not a Good Thing.

It looks like Elena Kagan is going to be our next Supreme Court justice. The Senate Judiciary Committee recently approved Kagan's nomination which nearly puts her on the court. Only one Republican on the committee joined with Democrats to support her ... Read More

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