to establish (oneself) in the favor or good graces of others, esp. by deliberate effort

A few years back, “King of Motown”, Smokey Robinson, graced the stage of Def Poetry Jam highlighting a dilemma that many of us in the Diaspora struggle with: What do we name ourselves and why?

This Week: A 5-year-old saves the lives of his mother and soon-to-be born sister; Tameka J. Raymond talks about her attempted aesthetic surgery gone wrong and how all shades are equally beautiful; and thousands receive free health services in California.

This Weekend: Not For Sale Film Screening, Brooklyn House Parties and BBQ’s!

Seeing mainstream media’s reaction to Solange is interesting but not surprising. Most articles are focusing on the fact that she wanted to differentiate herself from her sister. Others have even compared her bold move to Britney Spears’ melt down chop.

After hearing this astonishing report on Democracy Now as well as having many friends of my own who are on food stamps or trying to get some, I figured I’d give you peeps the step by step on how to get fed by the gov’ment.

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This Week: Clinton brings home journalists, 4 killed in shooting, TWITTER ATTACKED, Felicidades Sotomayor!, economic downturn indicators

Maybe he/she has an accent; or cracks a joke and has an inviting laugh; or his/her tone is simply seductive. It can be anything that makes you imagine this person on the other end being sexy as all hell and consider not getting off the phone.

This week: Outdoor film screenings, Big Daddy Kane performs in Prospect Park, Soul Summit, Summer Stage Music Festival and more!