Source: Dennis K. Johnson / Getty During a flight from Honolulu to New York on Friday, the captain came over the loudspeaker and asked if there were any doctors on board because one of the attendants had fell ill. 31-year old stewardess Emile Griffin was having a heart attack during the flight as doctors and crew members performed CPR. Flight from Honolulu to JFK diverted to SFO for a passenger needing medical attention. It’s been a long time since they asked for doctors to come to first class so I hope they’re okay. First time I’ve ever had a flight diverted, somehow. Waiting for medics to board now. — Andrea Bartz (@andibartz) January 25, 2019 According to Hawaiian Airlines officials , the flight had 253 passengers and 12 crew members, and was diverted to San Francisco for an early landing. The crew released a statement on Friday saying, “We are deeply saddened by the loss of Emile Griffith who passed away while working on our flight between Honolulu and New York last night. We are forever grateful tor Emile’s colleagues and good Samaritans on board who stayed by his side and provided extensive medical help.” Griffin passed away shortly after. The airline has since made counseling available for employees and passenger were booked on the next available flights.
Source: Icon Sportswire / Getty DMX Finally Released After Serving Year-Long Sentence For Tax Evasion According to TMZ , DMX is once again a free man. The legendary rapper was reportedly released from Gilmer Federal Correctional Institution in West Virginia after serving a one-year sentence for tax evasion. With his prison sentence behind him Earl Simmons, 48, must now start forking over $2.3 million in restitution to the government as well as start outpatient programs for substance abuse and mental health treatment. But some good news, X is reportedly planning on dropping a new album and possibly has a few new movie projects and a biopic on his schedule.
Bounce & Scripps Howard Foundation Kick Off National Reading Day With Book Fair Source: Bounce / Bounce On Wednesday, Bounce television network and the Scripps Howard Foundation kicked off National Reading Day with a Scholastic Book Fair rally at Heritage Academy Elementary School in Atlanta. Bounce General Manager Cheryle Harrison was on hand to make a few celebratory remarks and took time to read the book I Am Enough , written by actress Grace Byers. Clifford, The Big Red Dog , also stopped by to say hello to the students and get them excited for their books. Source: Bounce / Bounce The Book Fair is a part of the Scripps Howard Foundation’s annual “ If You Give a Child a Book… ” literacy campaign that has distributed more than 180,000 books to children in three years. The campaign is a partnership of the Scripps Howard Foundation, employees of The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) and members of the Scripps family. It receives donations from Scripps employees and matching dollars from the Foundation and family. Bounce, part of The E.W. Scripps Company, raised enough money for “If You Give a Child a Book…” to earn a book fair for students in the network’s hometown, with Heritage Academy, a Title 1 elementary school in the Atlanta Public School system, being selected for the event. The funds raised by Bounce – which the Foundation matched – went toward the purchase of books for the fair, where over 1,000 free books were given to Heritage Academy’s K-5 students. The books were purchased at a discount through a partnership with Scholastic Book Fairs .
Bounce & Scripps Howard Foundation Kick Off National Reading Day With Book Fair Source: Bounce / Bounce On Wednesday, Bounce television network and the Scripps Howard Foundation kicked off National Reading Day with a Scholastic Book Fair rally at Heritage Academy Elementary School in Atlanta. Bounce General Manager Cheryle Harrison was on hand to make a few celebratory remarks and took time to read the book I Am Enough , written by actress Grace Byers. Clifford, The Big Red Dog , also stopped by to say hello to the students and get them excited for their books. Source: Bounce / Bounce The Book Fair is a part of the Scripps Howard Foundation’s annual “ If You Give a Child a Book… ” literacy campaign that has distributed more than 180,000 books to children in three years. The campaign is a partnership of the Scripps Howard Foundation, employees of The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) and members of the Scripps family. It receives donations from Scripps employees and matching dollars from the Foundation and family. Bounce, part of The E.W. Scripps Company, raised enough money for “If You Give a Child a Book…” to earn a book fair for students in the network’s hometown, with Heritage Academy, a Title 1 elementary school in the Atlanta Public School system, being selected for the event. The funds raised by Bounce – which the Foundation matched – went toward the purchase of books for the fair, where over 1,000 free books were given to Heritage Academy’s K-5 students. The books were purchased at a discount through a partnership with Scholastic Book Fairs .
Source: High Flying Bird / Netflix New & Black On Netflix In February It’s almost February, and for some, that means cuddling up with a boo or by yourself in your best underwear. You’ll be pleased to know that Netflix has some new, Black lead content for you to check out soon! Hit the flip to see all the new titles, including a history telling series lead by Kevin Hart and a handful of original movies.
Source: Leon Bennett/WireImage / Getty Cynthia Bailey Talks Possibly Marrying Mike Hill Cynthia Bailey is speaking on her happy coupledom with her sportscaster sweetie. Cynthia was a recent guest on “Watch What Happens Live” and she couldn’t help but gush over her boo Mike Hill. When a caller called in to ask if Cynthia’s planning to marry Mike and move to his city (Los Angeles) she quickly answered “yes.” “We talk about marriage all the time. All the time,” said Cynthia. “I’m in L.A. now. This is Mike’s city. I spend a lot of time in L.A., and yes, I can confidently say that Mike and I will be getting married. I love Lake Bailey, and so does Mike, but I think I would be in L.A. more full-time.” Cynthia’s marriage revelation comes after Mike already gave Cynthia a “pre-prosal” The couple appeared on Steve Harvey’s Show (where they first met) and Mike assured her that he’ll pop the question soon. “It’s on the table. It’s gonna happen,” said Mike. “I was open to marriage when I came here before, but now she just kicked the door wide open. Steve, we’re going to make that a reality. We’re gonna do that,” he said. “I do want to marry her one day.” These two are CUTE. Are you happy to see Cynthia Bailey booed up with Mike Hill???
Source: Leon Bennett/WireImage / Getty Cynthia Bailey Talks Possibly Marrying Mike Hill Cynthia Bailey is speaking on her happy coupledom with her sportscaster sweetie. Cynthia was a recent guest on “Watch What Happens Live” and she couldn’t help but gush over her boo Mike Hill. When a caller called in to ask if Cynthia’s planning to marry Mike and move to his city (Los Angeles) she quickly answered “yes.” “We talk about marriage all the time. All the time,” said Cynthia. “I’m in L.A. now. This is Mike’s city. I spend a lot of time in L.A., and yes, I can confidently say that Mike and I will be getting married. I love Lake Bailey, and so does Mike, but I think I would be in L.A. more full-time.” Cynthia’s marriage revelation comes after Mike already gave Cynthia a “pre-prosal” The couple appeared on Steve Harvey’s Show (where they first met) and Mike assured her that he’ll pop the question soon. “It’s on the table. It’s gonna happen,” said Mike. “I was open to marriage when I came here before, but now she just kicked the door wide open. Steve, we’re going to make that a reality. We’re gonna do that,” he said. “I do want to marry her one day.” These two are CUTE. Are you happy to see Cynthia Bailey booed up with Mike Hill???
Source: Lucianna Faraone Coccia / Getty Mehgan James Gets Liposuction Basketball Wives star Mehgan James is determined to get her goal body before 2019 starts to warm up. She’s just undergone some light cosmetic surgery. Previously, the reality star was teased by her former BBWLA costar Draya Michele for having a “FUPA”, causing them to bicker. The already beautiful banger has a nice physique. She just used a cosmetic surgeon to tone up around her tummy. Apparently, Mehgan opted for an abdominal liposuction procedure. Here she is before… Hit the flip to see one last view of Meghan’s old tummy. Photos of her NEW waistline, before and after are on the last page.