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‘RHOAS11’ Recap: Eva Gets Sad News During Her Tokyo Bachelorette Trip

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Source: Sergi Alexander / Getty Issa a girls trip! Tonight’s episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta finds the crew in Tokyo for Eva’s second bachelorette celebration. They brave a 14-hour flight, arrive at their nice hotel and sit down for a meal as soon as they arrive, but Kandi is not feeling what’s on the menu. It’s light salads, tuna tataki, etc. Kandi is complaining and acting like a spoiled American because she wants a burger or something that she feels is more substantial while the other women aren’t having any problems digging in. Tanya takes this trip the most serious so she hooks the group up with Aya, a cultural ambassador. Aya goes over some cultural customs and traditions with them. One of the main customs is that they shouldn’t be late. Anyone who is familiar with Japanese culture knows that lateness is highly offensive, more offensive than in a lot of other countries. Unfortunately, this group of women is always late. But hold that thought. Once Aya leaves, Eva takes center stage to try to open up the floor to get the group to talk and get over whatever issues they have—Because these chats are always productive. Eva starts with Porsha. Eva felt some type of way about Porsha calling her out for being shady and two-faced at Tanya’s house. Porsha gets annoyed and says she doesn’t think it’s that deep. Porsha then says she specifically remembers Eva talking trash about Shamea and Cynthia behind their backs but then being nice in their faces so she took Eva to task about that behavior. Then Porsha got a little stank, telling Eva not to play the victim. Eva said she’s not playing the victim but she felt like Porsha was trying to “stunt on her.” Porsha reiterates that she’s wasn’t coming for her and they move on. Finally, dinner wraps with Porsha telling the entire group that she’s pregnant (because only a couple of women know at this point). That’s actually a sweet moment because Porsha learned how to say, “I’m pregnant,” in Japanese, and even Kandi is happy for her, all beef aside. Eva doesn’t have too much time to think about the pettiness because gets tragic news that her grandfather is on life support. He had a heart attack, so here we are. Kandi is there to comfort her and gives her some positive commentary. Eva isn’t going to go home just yet but she is on standby. She’s waiting for her mother to call her back with more news, which will probably be that her grandfather passed away. The group goes sightseeing the next day. Call time was 11:00 am but that went right out the window for some of the ladies. Eva, Tanya, Porsha, Cynthia and Kandi are the only ones on time. Ayo wants to leave the rest of the group at 11:10 but Eva begs her to stay. She does, but she’s highly annoyed because lateness is a great disrespect and they have a lot of things to do that day The gang’s finally all present by 12. They visit a temple and read fortunes, which actually seem to be on point. Eva’s even says that the patient will be well (this can be taken literally or figuratively), which gives her hope. Eventually, they end up having lunch and the drama kicks up again. Kandi is being picky about food again and the rest of them bogart Tanya with questions about whether she’s married or not. Tanya has been engaged to her man for three years but considers herself spiritually married. But then Tanya calls NeNe out on making a comment at the temple that maybe she’ll marry someone else. Tanya feels it’s bad juju to say something like that in a spiritual temple. NeNe gets unnecessarily defensive and says it’s not that serious and that she doesn’t give a f–k. Tanya looks super hurt and confused because she came at NeNe respectfully and she actually considered NeNe a friend. We end the episode on that note but this definitely isn’t over. Next week, NeNe goes Ghost on the group, Eva and Marlo go at it and Eva’s grandfather takes a turn for the worst. In NeNe’s defense, she might be on edge because of her situation with Gregg. We shall see. RELATED POSTS ‘RHOAS11’ Recap: Eva Plans An Apology Trip To Tokyo ‘RHOAS11’ Recap: Kandi And Porsha Hate Each Other Again

‘RHOAS11’ Recap: Eva Gets Sad News During Her Tokyo Bachelorette Trip

St. Louis TV Reporter Issues An Apology For Referring To The Civil Rights Legend As “Martin Luther Coon Jr.” [VIDEO]

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Source: KAREN BLEIER / Getty Update: Radio One – St. Louis’ PD, Derrick “Lil’ D” Greene issued this statement: “Hot 104.1 always puts our community first, and we understand your concern about the racial slur used in reference to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr on Channel 2 Thursday morning ..it’s disappointing and not acceptable..while an apology as been issued, we feel that isn’t enough. Let’s take our concerns to Channel 2 management, call 314-213-2222 and let them know that we will not stand for this type of behavior. Call 314-213-2222 and let them know that we need more than an apology. Always putting our community first, we are Hot 104.1” Original Story: A St. Louis TV reporter recently referred to the civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. , as “Martin Luther Coon Jr.,”  which may have went under the radar for some. After this was brought to the attention of the station by a viewer, Kevin Steincross , of KTVI, did issue an apology and as a result will not be fired or face additional disciplinary actions. Not the same can be said for Jereme Kappell of WHEC in New York, who was fired from his position as a meteorologist for literally doing the same thing. What are your thoughts on this St. Louis? Fox 2 Anchor can say MARTIN LUTHER “COON” JR on the air and all he have to do is apologize to audience, but April Simpson playfully called an intern Bruce Leroy in a email and she got fired from Fox 2 pic.twitter.com/N77cb8GciN — City Boi Ent© (@JohnnyMack_) January 17, 2019 St. Louis newscaster uses racial slur instead of “King” when saying MLK’s name.. The only reason he apologized? He references a viewer who called and complained. Translation: if no one said anything I would t have to apologize. https://t.co/XCXdXcjxFk via @stltoday — sofacouch (@sofacouch813) January 17, 2019 Source: USA Today -Farlin Ave ( @farlinave ) [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hot1041stl.com” id=”2992468″ overlay=”true”]

St. Louis TV Reporter Issues An Apology For Referring To The Civil Rights Legend As “Martin Luther Coon Jr.” [VIDEO]

Louisville International Airport To Be Named After Muhammad Ali

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T he late legendary boxer and social activist Muhammad Ali will receive a major honor from his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. According to the Courier Journal , the city will rename Louisville International Airport after Ali. Muhammad Ali's Kentucky hometown will honor the boxing champion by renaming its airport for him. He would have turned 77 Thursday. https://t.co/9PUbEklUHL — ABC 7 News – WJLA (@ABC7News) January 17, 2019 The push to have the airport renamed after the boxer began in 2017, the news outlet writes. The plan was recently approved by the Louisville Regional Airport Authority board. Once airport officials finalize the plan with Muhammad Ali Enterprises LLC within the next few weeks, the project will officially be brought to fruition. The renaming is a part of a $100 million plan to improve the airport. Within the span of three to five years, the airport will get a new terminal, walkways, elevators and jet ways. Officials are aiming to have the airport renamed by June, which will mark three years since he passed away. “We felt a clear takeaway was that the profile of our city could be greatly enhanced by associating Ali’s name with our airport,” said Louisville Regional Airport Authority board member Dale Boden . He also shared that the city is making a major effort to illustrate how Ali was embedded in the fabric of Louisville through different tributes. Ali’s loved ones are excited about the airport renaming. “I am happy that visitors from far and wide who travel to Louisville will have another touch point to Muhammad and be reminded of his open and inclusive nature, which is reflective of our city,” his widow Lonnie Ali told the news outlet. “Muhammad was a global citizen, but he never forgot the city that gave him his start. It is a fitting testament to his legacy.” News about the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport comes just weeks after it was revealed that at-large Councilwoman Sharon Hurt is fighting to have Nashville International Airport named after media mogul Oprah Winfrey . SEE ALSO: Councilwoman Pushes To Have Airport Named After Oprah Winfrey Legendary Guitarist Jimi Hendrix To Have Post Office Renamed In His Honor [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3843759″ overlay=”true”]

Louisville International Airport To Be Named After Muhammad Ali

#BlackExcellence: Taraji P. Henson To Receive Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame

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B lack women are starting the year off strong in the entertainment industry. Just weeks after Regina Hall became the first Black woman to receive a New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Actress and Marsai Martin made history as Hollywood’s youngest executive producer, actress Taraji P. Henson has hit a major career milestone. According to Essence , Henson will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Give @TherealTaraji all of her roses: https://t.co/HMrsRZmQ6X — ESSENCE (@Essence) January 20, 2019 The Empire actress is slated to receive her star on January 28, the news outlet writes. Walk of Fame representatives say that the honor is well-deserved as Henson has played pivotal roles in films and on television. “Taraji P Henson is a powerful woman and a powerful actress.  She is an entertainer that fans cannot take their eyes off of due to her great acting ability,” said Walk of Fame producer Ana Martinez , according to the news outlet. “We welcome her bright star on our Walk of Fame.” Henson recently took to Instagram to share her excitement. “This is for those lovely scary nay sayers who doubted me!!!! Welp I had a dream aaaaaannnnnnnd thank GOD I used all of your doubt to propel me to my greatness!!!,” she wrote. “I love you and I needed you!!!!” Her movie What Men Want is slated to be released on February 8. When Henson isn’t in front of the camera, she’s leading philanthropic efforts . In 2018, she launched a non-profit—dubbed the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation—that is designed to provide resources for individuals battling with mental illness. “My dad fought in the Vietnam War for our country, returned broken, and received little to no physical and emotional support. I stand now in his absence, committed to offering support to African-Americans who face trauma daily, simply because they are Black,” she said in a statement about the organization. SEE ALSO: Taraji P. Henson To Launch Non-Profit That Addresses Mental Health Stigma In The Black Community From Taraji P. Henson To Thurgood Marshall: Famous HBCU Alums [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3843475″ overlay=”true”]

#BlackExcellence: Taraji P. Henson To Receive Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame

Tomi Lahren Defends Trump Against Cardi B, But Shouldn’t She Be Thanking Obama For THIS  

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Source: Lorenzo Bevilaqua / Getty Tomi Lahren  suffers from a serious case of blind racism and super trolling. Everytime someone speaks out about her beloved Donald Trump, her republican senses start to tingle and her Twitter fingers get to tweeting. Tomi’s latest attempt to defend her President and the ridiculous government shutdown almost got her dog walked by Cardi B . Lahren bashed Belcalis about her commentary on the Federal Shutdown and the stupid wall, writing: “Looks like @iamcardib is the latest genius political mind to endorse the Democrats. HA! Keep it up, guys! #MAGA2020” But of course, Cardi let her have it! The rapper replied: “You’re so blinded with racism that you don’t even realize the decisions the president you root for is destroying the country you claim to love so much .You are a perfect example on no matter how educated or smart you think you are you still a SHEEP!” Big facts! Speaking of racism and being blinded, let’s not forget that Obama-hating Tomi still benefits from Obamacare. During a heated discussion at Politicon with Chelsea Handler in 2017, the Trump supporter slandered the 2010 health care act but admitted that she is still on her parent’s health insurance —which is a benefit of Obamacare. Chelsea asked, “Do you have a healthcare plan or no?”, to which Tomi replied, “Luckily, I’m 24, so I am still on my parents’.”   As one tweeter perfectly pointed out: “Tomi Lahren admitting her parents still pay for her health insurance shows why this baby is an idiot. Nothing in Tomi Lahren’s personal life shows she is a “conservative.  She was on parent’s Obamacare.  Went to a Public college.  Had an abortion.  Bisexual  “Twerk god.” She just talks racist shit and is blonde. This isn’t the first time Tomi was slammed for her contradicting views. Back in March 2017, the idiotic commentator was fired from hosting The Blaze for allegedly insulting conservatives by saying she was pro-choice. “Weird that Fox News would hire Tomi Lahren being she is very pro-choice and got attacked for it by others in the right-wing.” @Kaidinn pointed out. Guess that’s just the way the White Cookie crumbles. [ione_media_gallery src=”https://globalgrind.cassiuslife.com” id=”4076543″ overlay=”true”]  

Tomi Lahren Defends Trump Against Cardi B, But Shouldn’t She Be Thanking Obama For THIS  

Have A Window Seat: Erykah Badu Gets Booed After Going On & On About Her Love For R. Kelly During Chicago Show 

Source: ARUS10 / splashnews MORE headwrap headassery??? SMH… Erykah Badu Defends R.Kelly Erykah Badu is working hard to become a cancelled celeb in 2019. During her set in Chicago on Saturday, the problematic former fave went on a whole rant about her love for R. Kelly and even went as far as to defend his nasty pedo activities. Concertgoers quickly took to Twitter to expose Badu for the pervert supporting Auntie that she is: “what if one of the people who was assaulted by R Kelly becomes an offender? we gonna crucify them too?” -erykah badu at her chicago concert — IG: @boydonavin (@boyDonavin) January 20, 2019 Erykah Badu came to Chicago and told us all she finna love R Kelly anyway & we can keep our opinion to ourselves. Mad disrespectful to our city and a shitty use of her platform. Crusty ass bitch. — hot headed yam (@tomapapito) January 20, 2019 This isn’t the first time the singer got dragged for her victim-blaming ways. Remember she said that girls should lower their skirts so that grown men won’t be attracted to them? Or that time she said she “ saw good in Hitler” ? Yes, that really happened. Source: Ethan Miller / Getty Sorry, but sis is canceled. Guess we’ll see her next lifetime.

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Should’ve Just Sat There: Producer Accuses Princess Nokia Of Jacking Song She Originally Accused Ariana Grande Of Stealing

Source: Scott Dudelson / Getty Princess Nokia’s Ariana Grande Accusations Backfire Yesterday we reported that a modestly known NYC based rapper named Princess Nokia accused Ariana Grande of plagiarizing her song , well now that story has a twist to it. Princess Nokia’s producer is now being accused of stealing that exact song from another producer, complete with the melody. The producer claims the song was apart of a sample pack, that neither Nokia nor her producer paid for, “Your producers stole this from our first sample pack smh oshimakesmusic made that melody.” your producers stole this from our first sample pack smh @oshimakesmusic made that melody https://t.co/k5o2Qgu61u — producedbykrs. (@producedbyKrs) January 18, 2019 Since making the bold accusations, Nokia has deleted her original tweet. Yesterday t he internet blew up over the issue , with folks validly bringing up that the rap style BOTH women used was pioneered by black men, trap rappers. So who really cares??? Meanwhile, Nokia has also been accused of stealing from singer Kali Uchis. Not just that: she even stole one of Kali Uchis track pic.twitter.com/bk3AXo51pW — SLACKIN' (@ElvisSuljevic) January 18, 2019 Yikes! She should’ve just sat there and ate her rice. Thoughts?

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Should’ve Just Sat There: Producer Accuses Princess Nokia Of Jacking Song She Originally Accused Ariana Grande Of Stealing

The Rewind: The Blindfolds Are Off! We See You R. Kelly!

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Source: iOne Digital, The Rewind / IOne Digital Video Happy Friday! Welcome to another installment of Global Grind’s The Rewind .  Like we always do at this time, Global Grind’s bullies, DJ Franchise and Landon Levarius are back once again for another episode of  The Rewind . Every week we get our experts to discuss the cultural happenings of the last week and then rate them from a 1-10. In case you have been living under a rock,  The Rewind  will always be here to get you right. On today’s episode, we’re unpacking Netflix’s Bird Box . By now, you’ve gotten the opportunity to see the film at least once. Bird Box stars Sandra Bullock and Moonlight  break out star Trevante Rhodes. Bird Box  is a post apocalyptic thriller that begins when a mysterious force threatens the end of civilization. The force, if you look at it, causes you to not only do bodily harm to yourself but pushes you to kill yourself. Mallory, played by Sandra Bullock, connects with a group of people with the desire to survive the end of the world. Eventually, Mallory must use her instincts to keep her and her children alive with the help of good samaritans and a box of birds. Mallory and the children are blindfolded for the majority of the film and have to figure out how to navigate the world without the ability to see. Trevante Rhodes’ character, Tom, plays an unlikely love interest in the film. The movie hit Netflix on December 13, 2018, and social media has had mixed reactions about whether or not they enjoyed it. What did Landon Levarius and DJ Franchise think? They drop their opinions and give it a rating. Also, Landon and Franchise dive into one of the most highly discussed topics in 2019 so far — R. Kelly. The six part docu-series Surviving R. Kelly premiered on the Lifetime network on January 3 and ever since then, it has been all anyone has been talking about. The series touched on R. Kelly’s past allegations of inappropriate sexual contact with minors and spoke to R. Kelly’s former victims, family members, friends, employees and even his music teacher. Journalist Dream Hampton directed the documentary which reignited the entire #MuteRKelly movement. Landon and Franchise share their thoughts on Surviving R. Kell y and what they think will become of the Pied Piper. Press play on the video above to check out episode 26 of Global Grind’s The Rewind and let us know your thoughts!

The Rewind: The Blindfolds Are Off! We See You R. Kelly!

Hip-Hop Spot: Migos Almost Performed For The Super Bowl, Common Speaks Out About Travis Scott & More

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Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news.  ( Terms and conditions ). Super Bowl in Atlanta is right around the corner and Maroon 5 will take the stage with Travis Scott and Big Boi . During a recent interview Migos member, Quavo spoke about how they considered doing the show. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit The group after talking about it decided not to do it. SEE ALSO:  Layzie Bone Throws Lyrical Jab At Migos On New Diss “Let Me Go Migo” To keep up with the topic of Super Bowl, rapper Common isn’t happy that Travis is performing, but believes he’s doing what he needs to do. Common mentioned that it’s his choice and he won’t be watching. Lastly earlier this week it was announced that Alicia Keys would be hosting the GRAMMY Awards . Fans just learned that Cardi B , Post Malone , Janelle Monáe and more will hit the stage at the music show. See photos of Migos below! ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : R. Kelly’s Daughter Speaks Out Following ‘Surviving R. Kelly’ Reactions Pastor Facing Prison Time For Stealing Almost $35,000 From Congregation Cuteness Overload: Tia Mowry-Hardrict’s Baby Girl Cairo Is Adorable [PHOTOS] [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1799638″ overlay=”true”] Follow @TheRSMS

Hip-Hop Spot: Migos Almost Performed For The Super Bowl, Common Speaks Out About Travis Scott & More

I Never, Ever Left My Niece Alone In The Studio: Sparkle Shares What Was Left Out Of “Surviving R. Kelly” [VIDEO]

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Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news . ( Terms and conditions ). via Madamenoire : In the aftermath of the airing of “ Surviving R. Kelly ” docuseries, many people have finally taken heed to the allegations that have been lodged against R. Kelly for decades. Several celebrities came out condemning his behavior, people finally began taking the words of these victims seriously. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit But there were still quite a few people who had their doubts. And there were those who even sought to place more blame on the participants of the documentary instead of the subject, R. Kelly. SEE ALSO:  Sony Music Parts Ways With R. Kelly, New Accuser Sits Down With Dateline For Interview [VIDEO] There were several people who wondered why Sparkle, having worked with R. Kelly during the Aaliyah years would later introduce her niece to him. In part one of our sit down interview with Sparkle, she explains that she didn’t introduce her niece to the singer alone. In addition, she shares the start of her professional relationship with Kelly, how she tried to intercede on her niece’s behalf alone and the inappropriate way Kelly spoke to her, in front of her parents. Check out how Black Twitter has a funeral for R. Kelly after “Surviving R. Kelly” doc airs below. ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : R. Kelly’s Daughter Speaks Out Following ‘Surviving R. Kelly’ Reactions 15 Things We Learned About R. Kelly From Lifetime’s Premiere of ‘Surviving R. Kelly’ R. Kelly’s Younger Brother Shares Horrific Details of Alleged Molestation By Older Sister [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1964699″ overlay=”true”] Follow @TheRSMS

I Never, Ever Left My Niece Alone In The Studio: Sparkle Shares What Was Left Out Of “Surviving R. Kelly” [VIDEO]