by Jaila Manuel This Sunday, January 26th is the biggest night for music. The 62nd annual Grammy award show is happening at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. We’ve got everything you need to know! This year’s host is the 15-time Grammy award winner and R&B icon herself Alicia Keys. It will be her … Continue reading
Norfolk State University will honor three of its alumni at the 2019 Alumni Awards Reception & Dinner scheduled for 7 p.m., Friday, May 3, in the Student Center, Room 149. Each of these graduates has demonstrated exemplary leadership and community service. They personify the mission and goals of the University. The three graduates selected to … Continue reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — A top White House aide is offering a lackluster review for the politically-charged Emmy Awards. Speaking Monday on “Fox & Friends,” White House Counselor Kellyanne Conway says “America is responding by tuning out.” Conway added people have a right to speak freely, but said “you’re showing the world you’re so easy … Continue reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — A top White House aide is offering a lackluster review for the politically-charged Emmy Awards. Speaking Monday on “Fox & Friends,” White House Counselor Kellyanne Conway says “America is responding by tuning out.” Conway added people have a right to speak freely, but said “you’re showing the world you’re so easy with … Continue reading
Drake was a high roller in Las Vegas, beating Adele’s record for most wins at the Billboard Music Awards. Cher and Celine Dion each reflected on their own iconic careers and amazing songs on Sunday night’s awards show, while a moment of silence was held for rocker Chris Cornell, who died Thursday in Detroit. Miley … Continue reading
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The sprawling stone grounds of the Getty Center might have seemed an imposing space, but the second annual InStyle Awards held Monday night in Los Angeles still had the feel of a cozy, albeit extremely glamorous, family reunion. Everyone knew or had worked with someone else at the event honoring the … Continue reading
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lupita Nyong’o, Helen Mirren and Kathy Bates shared life lessons with three generations of actresses at Elle magazine’s Women in Hollywood awards. Nyong’o discussed the value of mentoring. Bates highlighted the importance of humility. Mirren imparted general life tips such as “at the blackjack table, always split aces, eights and nines,” … Continue reading
ATLANTA (AP) — Grammy-winning singer Toni Braxton will be honored at the BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards in Atlanta. Braxton will receive the BMI President’s Award on Thursday for her musical achievements. The private event salutes songwriters, producers and publishers of the past year’s top songs in the genres. Actor-comedian Chris Tucker will host the awards, which … Continue reading
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s a sweet day to be The Weeknd. The R&B artist is leading the nominees at this year’s Billboard Music Awards with 16 nods in categories such as top artist, top hot 100 song and top Billboard 200 album. Justin Bieber is following behind the “Can’t Feel My Face” singer with … Continue reading
Norfolk State University will honor five of its alumni at the 2016 Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner scheduled for 7 p.m., Friday, May 6, in the Student Center, Room 149. These five graduates demonstrate exemplary leadership and personify the mission and goals of the University. The honorees are: Darrell Whiting, Jr. (’09), a deputy branch chief … Continue reading
by Antonio Garland The Department of Mass Communications and Journalism at Norfolk State University is currently planning its annual MCJR Week, a week-long event that centers on mass communications and journalism topics. This year’s conference will be April 4-7. MCRJ Week includes guest speakers, online/interactive presentations, and panel discussions. It brings in alumni to share … Continue reading
NORFOLK, Va. – Norfolk State University sophomore forward Kayla Roberts was voted to the preseason All-MEAC first team, as the conference announced its preseason predictions on Tuesday. The Spartans were picked to finish fifth in the MEAC in voting by league coaches and sports information directors. Roberts is coming off a freshman campaign in which … Continue reading
Nominees announced Tuesday in the top categories for the 10th annual BET Hip-Hop Awards: ___ Best Hip Hop Video Big Sean featuring Chris Brown & Ty Dolla $Ign – “Play No Games” Big Sean featuring Drake & Kanye West – “Blessings” Fetty Wap – “Trap Queen” Kendrick Lamar – “Alright” Nicki Minaj featuring Beyoncé – “Feeling … Continue reading
Justin Bieber cried, Taylor Swift won most of the awards and Kanye West ranted onstage, but Miley Cyrus still owned the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards. The 22-year-old wild child flashed one of her breasts, wore outfits that showed most of her skin and traded words with Nicki Minaj. She closed the Sunday show with … Continue reading
Miley Cyrus shook a long, rock goddess ponytail and strutted in barely there silver straps Sunday on the arrivals carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards, later delivering on a promise for multiple costume changes as host. Nipples barely covered, Cyrus wore tight, over-the-thigh silver boots and shorty loops of baubles open at the sides … Continue reading
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