Check out the preview to Beyonce’s “Love On Top” music video. I see King B is going to go full steam before she delivers her baby. Just a few days ago she released the music video to “Countdown” and now here is another one for the fans. I just wish she would bring more creativity and stop trying to copy the greats before her. I can’t front it was a bit refreshing to see that New Edition style choreography. Check out the video below. Recent Posts: Beyonce “Countdown” [MUSIC VIDEO] Is This How Beyonce & Jay-Z’s Child Will Look? Beyonce Will Be An Incredible Mother Says Kelly Rowland
Roger Williams, a virtuoso pianist who topped the Billboard pop chart in the 1950s and played for nine U.S. presidents during a long career, passed away Saturday. He was 87. The electrifying stage performer and an adept improviser died at home in Los Angeles of complications from pancreatic cancer, according to reports. Williams’ 1955 hit “Autumn Leaves” is the only piano instrumental to reach No. 1 on the Billboard pop charts and remains the best-selling piano record of all time. Nicknamed the “pianist to the presidents,” Williams played for every commander in chief from Harry Truman to George W. Bush. He was a close friend to several. Williams was close friends with Jimmy Carter, with whom he shared a birthday. When the two men turned 80, Mr. Williams played at the Jimmy Carter Library. As a teenager, Williams had already scored his own 15-minute radio show on KRNT, broadcast live from a Des Moines, Iowa (his hometown), department store. Later he hosted a program on WHO, where he met a young sports announcer named Ronald “Dutch” Reagan. The two became friends – for over six decades. Williams moved to New York to study jazz at the Juilliard School of Music. He is credited with at least 22 hit singles from 37 commercially successful albums. He is not to be confused for the 17th Century English theologian for whom a Rhode Island university is named, or for JWoww’s huge boyfriend Roger Williams .
Christina Aguilera sang some classic Jackson tunes before a capacity crowd at the Michael Forever tribute concert in Cardiff, Wales, on Saturday evening. The 30-year-old singer was one of a handful of celebrities who paid tribute to the late Michael Jackson , including Cee Lo Green, Ne-Yo, and Leona Lewis. A pregnant Beyonce performed via video, while Jennifer Hudson reportedly bailed at the last minute.
Bullying is a Deadly Serious Problem Bullying can end up with physical violence, social and emotional distress and sometimes death. The recent suicide of 14-year old, Jamey Rodemeyer, who family members say was tortured by bullies, has reignited a fierce fight against bullying. Among those jumping to action is Jamey’s role model, Lady Gaga. Right after Jamey’s death last month, she tweeted “Bullying must become illegal. It is a hate Crime.” “I am meeting with our President. I will not stop fighting. This must end. Trend it #MakeALawForJamey. “ Jamey was the creator of inspiring viral videos “It Gets Better,” in which he talked about the fears and frustrations he suffered because of school bullying. Rodemeyer even endured cruel comments posted on social media websites that his friends say, eventually led to his death. Other tragic stories include the vicious beating and stomping death of Douglasville, Georgia college student, Bobby Tillman. Witnesses say, he was attacked for no apparent reason at a house party. RELATED: One Teen To Plead Guilty To Murdering Bobby Tillman Bobby Tillman’s mother, Monique Rivarde, speaks about combating bullying In another case, despite pleas to school administrators, 11-year old Jaheem Herrera took his life in 2009 when his mother said he couldn’t take the homophobic bullying anymore. Bully and harassment victims also include females. In Detroit last year, a 14-year old hanged herself after weeks of harassment by her classmates. Before Samantha Kelly’s death police had dismissed her charges that a high school senior had raped her. Her classmates tormented her mercilessly when they found out about her allegations. On this website, are advice from professionals, tips, and important hotline numbers that are for you to help in this crusade. With your help, this will end! What is Bullying? Bullying is an ugly widespread and serious problem that can happen anywhere. It is not “kids being kids” or “just messing around”. It can bring on serious psychological and physical harm. There are often 3 players in bullying situations: The Bully, The Victim, and those who watch. Bullying situations usually involve: Imbalance of Power : people who bully use their size, popularity and power to control or harm and the people being bullied. Consequently victims usually have a tough time defending themselves Intent to Threat or Cause Harm : The bully usually has an intention to hurt Repetition : Most bullying occurs to the same person over a span of time by the same person or groups of people. Bullying Types: Verbal : Name-calling, threats, name-calling and public humiliation Social : Spreading rumors, leaving people out of a group scene on purpose with the intent of embarrassment or other harm. Studies show that girls are more likely to bully socially and boys use physical harm. Physical : Hitting, pushing, kicking or other forms of fighting Cyber-bullying : Using Social Media, cell phones, the internet or other digital technology to spread harmful messages Who is at risk of being Bully Victims? There is no one reason that will mean that a person will be bullied; however, generally children, teens and young adults who are targeted fit in the following categories: Are not as popular as others Have few to no friends May be gay, bisexual or do not conform to gender norms Have low self esteem Are timid, anxious nervous and do not handle confrontations How to tell if someone maybe a Victim Oftentimes victims are too embarrassed or afraid to get help. One thing is for sure, they will behave differently at the start of the problem. Signs include: They may come home with damaged or missing clothing or belongings. They may claim they’ve lost their cell phones, jewelry etc. etc. Has unexplained injuries May have suicidal thoughts or other harmful inclinations like running away from home Changing eating and sleeping habits Complains of headaches, stomachaches or feeling sick as a way to miss or skip school Appears sad, angry or depressed May be interested in extreme self-defense options. IN 12 of 15 school shooting cases in the 1990’S, the shooters had a history of being bully victims. Who may be guilty of Bullying Others? Again, it’s not easy to spot a bully before it happens. But parents, school administrators and other students should move to act when they see Bullies intimidate and manipulate others. Bullies are overly concerned about their popularity and how others see them Bullies like to be in charge of others and dominate them Bullies are aggressive and have difficulty following rules They see violence in a positive way Signs of People likely to Bully Gets into physical or verbal fights easily as a way to handle social situations Is quick to blame others Has extra money or new belongings that cannot be explained Has trouble with authority figures. Many are sent to the principals’ offices often and more likely to have criminal convictions and other run-ins with police. Witnesses and On-lookers! Did you know about 60% of students say they have personally witnesses some type of bullying. Too many people take a passive role in this problem. Sometimes the people who see a bully incident are not comfortable with it and afraid themselves. If you see a bully in action, speak out. You can make a powerful move to end this by letting authorities know and also when the bully realizes his actions do not impress anyone. You may get a school official if you witness a physical confrontation on campus. Use your cell phone and Call 911 if you’re off campus If you feel you may be in danger, get to a safe place and get help as soon as you can By all means, Speak out! The Unique Dangers of Cyber-bullying Instead of happening face-to-face, bullies can use computer, cell phones, i-pads and tables to spread the hurt. Cyber-bullying includes hurtful rude mean text messages. Also bullies can create websites, videos or use Facebook or Twitter to embarrass or humiliate their victims. Bullying online is extremely dangerous because of the following consequences Messages can be constantly sent 24/7, 365 days a year Messages can be sent and shared to an extremely wide audience Since they are sent anonymously, the victim may not ever know who originated the message. Stand Up to bullying! If you are a victim , remember you are not alone. It is not your fault. Even President Barack Obama and other major celebrities were bullied. So do the following and don’t let the bully win. Tell the bully to stop. Walk away. Ignore them and don’t give them the satisfaction of hurting you. If you are being physically attacked, protect yourself and get away from the situation as safely as possible Don’t blame yourself. Remember no matter what someone says, you should not be ashamed of who you are or what you feel. Tell an adult or someone you trust to figure out the best ways to deal with your particular situation. If you are a young adult, the rules change. Some behaviors that are only considered bullying when you were younger now trigger criminal charges. For example a hit can be considered a type of assault. If you are a school administrator , encourage all students to participate in Bully prevention initiatives. Studies show that a reduction in bullying takes place where teachers and witnesses intervene. Adult intervention is critical from elementary through high school. Learn how to identify and intervene in bully situations. Encourage students to report bullying and establish a confidential method (i.e. suggestion box, emails) that students can use to alert school officials Empower bystanders and witnesses who report by protecting them from retaliation Create strong policies and Codes of Conducts that convey respectful behavior. Be sure outline disciplinary actions for students who violate the rules. If you are a witness or on-looker , tell it! You are in a strong position to stop bullying. 1. Report all incidents of bullying, harassment or cyber-bullying to school officials or another adult of authority. 2. Your silence empowers and encourages bullies and makes them feel powerful. 3. Don’t confront the aggressor directly about their behaviors, instead find a safer more effective way of intervening If you are a bully , get help. In the end, most bullies wind up in trouble, If you keep acting mean and hurtful, sooner or later, you only have a few friends left. You’ll lose the power you’re searching for. Talk to an adult you trust to seek counseling. You may need to enroll in an anger management program. Some bullies have suffered from physical or verbal abuse in the home. If that’s the case, talk to a school counselor and get help. Remember, most cases show that continued aggressive behaviors will likely lead to other acts that may land you in jail. Hotline Numbers and Information Resources: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800- 273- 8255 (TALK) (Someone is there 24/7. It’s free and confidential) The Trevor Project is determined to end suicide among LBGT teens and young adults by providing support and resources. 24/7 confidential Hotline. 1-866-488-7386 (1-866-4-U-TREVOR) Contact the State Department of Education if you are not satisfied with your school administration’s response to your reports of bullying. Their Toll Free School Safety Hotline is 1- 877- SAY STOP. Jeff Hodges, is over Safe and Drug-Free Schools and he is headlining the state’s efforts. His number is 404- 463- 7891. You may email him at jhodges@doe.k12ga.us Helpful websites Download Free PDF manuals at www.bullies2buddies.com How to Stop Being Teased and Bullied A revolutionary Guide to Reducing Aggression between children The Golden Rule Solution to Racism Atlanta area Middle and high school students are pushing a movment to stop sterotypes that may lead to bullying and harassment. Find out how you can get involved at www.poweroverprejudice.org Check out free webisodes to help explain how kids should take a stand at www.stopbullying.gov Read the Georgia Department of Education Policy against Bullying, Harassment and Intimidation at: http://www.gadoe.org/sia_titleiv.aspx?PageReq=SIABully Teachers, School Administrator can assess their strengths and needs to shape a Bullying Prevention Program at www.stopbullyingnow.com Your school may qualify for funding from the Centers for Disease to help provide technical help. Contact the CDC at 1-800- CDC- INFO (232-4636) and learn more about the CDC’s approach to stop bullying at http://www.cdc.gov/ViolencePrevention/pdf/Bullying_Factsheet-a.pdf Atlanta Police Department Chief George Turner discusses bullying RELATED: President Obama Reveals Struggle With Childhood Bullying Keri Hilson Shares Details On Her Past Struggles And Bullying Marsha Ambrosius Addresses Homophobia & Bullying In “Far Away” Video How To Stop Your Child From Becoming A Bully 3 Steps To Dealing With An Angry Teenager Fight Bullying In Schools Bullying in schools Georgia Teenage Party-Goer Beaten To Death In Unprovoked Attack PRINT OUT AND SIGN HOT 107.9′s ANTI-BULLYING PLEDGE I, ___________________ (your name) agree to abide by this Anti- Bullying Pledge in hopes of ending bullying within my community and/or school. I understand that “Bullying is NOT HOT” in my community and/or school. I understand that no one deserves to be a victim of bullying. I believe that everybody should feel safe and be accepted in their community regardless of their age, race, color, gender, intelligence, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. I pledge to make myself aware of the various forms of bullying. These forms include physical, verbal, cyber, and emotional bullying I pledge to refrain from engaging in shoving, hitting, name-calling, teasing, making inappropriate jokes, and/or isolating or excluding individuals who may be different from me and/or my friends. I understand that our individual differences are what make each of us great! I pledge to never use electronic mediums such as text messages, email, and social networking websites to engage in bullying. By signing this pledge, I agree to: 1. Recognize that bullying is cruel and causes pain to the victims and their families 2. Embrace, respect and value the differences of other people because I want people to embrace, respect and value my differences 3. Treat others with the same amount of respect that I would like to receive 4. Refrain from being involved in any bullying incidents, including being a bystander 5. Be aware of the different types of bullying both direct and indirect types 6. Pay attention to places in my community and/or school where acts of bullying are known to take place. It is my responsibility to report bullying incidents, even if I am not the victim. 7. Include people who have been left out and refrain from isolating my peers or members of community because of their individual differences 8. Speak to adults (teachers, counselors, and parents) about bullying in effort to educate myself 9. Encourage my peers / friends to speak out against bullying in their schools and communities 10. Be a good role model for younger people and people who look up to me in my school and/or community. 11. Organize and/or participate in assemblies and community programs that promote anti- bullying. 12. Introduce anti-bullying campaigns and websites to my community and/or school 13. Be positive through my words and actions and support those who have been a victim of bullying by befriending them and including them in school and/or community activities. 14. To spread the word in my school and/or community that Bullying is Not Hot! Name: ______________________________________ Date: ________________ Email:_________________________________________ Age: ________________ Name of School:____________________________________________ Created By Rashidah J. (Atlanta Market) Updated 08/02 – 2:30p
Joining the likes of some of today’s top celebrities such as Adrianne Curry and Aubrey O’day , JoJo has decided that the best way to reach out to her fan, I’m assuming she’s only got one, is via Twitter . Here she is in some classic “How do you like my boobs?” shots she posted recently. things must really be looking up for the songstress. Obviously I’m not against this kind of thing, I think more women should follow me on Twitter and send me pictures of themselves doing exactly this… But lose the bra.
3… 2… 1… The Countdown is over! After giving fans a fun sneak peek at her latest music video, Beyonce released the full version last night. Replete with a retro feel and quick cuts that fit the song’s beat perfectly, “Countdown” looks to be another winner from an artist that can simply do no wrong. Watch below to see this expecting mother make her unborn child proud: Beyonce – Countdown (Official Video)
Amanda Knox was cleared of murder charges in Italy on Monday after jurors threw out a 2009 conviction that sent the American student to prison for a quarter-century. Almost immediately following her exoneration in the slaying of Meredith Kercher, media watchers began pondering when/if a book deal for Knox is on the way. She certainly has a compelling story to tell … but would you buy it? This summer, another young woman who attracted massive media attention was found innocent of murder, and quickly drew offers exceeding $750,000 for such a book. Casey Anthony has not written a book or even given an interview, of course. Due to widespread public hatred of her, one wonders if there will ever be a market. Knox, however, seems to enjoy much wider public support. It helps that a review of DNA evidence and long appellate proceedings resulted in her winning her freedom. Meredith Kercher’s throat was slashed in 2007, officials believed, after a sadistic sex game between the victim, Knox, and her boyfriend gone horribly, fatally wrong. Knox always maintained her innocence, although what happened to Kercher still remains a mystery. Would you be interested in hearing her side of the story? Tell us: Amanda Knox :
The morons at the Westboro Baptist Church announced plans last night to protest Steve Jobs’ funeral, but even they can’t resist Apple’s really cool tech stuff. Margie Phelps, daughter of the church’s founder and a lawyer who represented the church during their First Amendment case at the Supreme Court (which Westboro won), Tweeted about the death of Steve Jobs using … wait for it … Her iPhone. “Westboro will picket his funeral. He had a huge platform; gave God no glory & taught sin,” Margie tweeted, apparently unable to appreciate the irony in embracing the cutting-edge advancements of a decent man they somehow condemn. One church member, Shirley Phelps-Roper, offered this take: She suggested that God was manipulating Jobs to help advance the message of Westboro Baptist Church, writing: “God used Steve Jobs to create amazing STUFF for WBC to preach!” Amen, sister. The Topeka, Kansas based church believes God punishes America for its tolerance of sin, acceptance of homosexuality, and so on. They often have demonstrated – legally but reprehensibly – at funerals of celebrities and armed service personnel. They can suck it.
The world lost one of its most iconic innovators yesterday when Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple Inc. and former CEO of Pixar Animation Studios died of pancreatic cancer. Word of his death spread like wildfire and celebrities took to Twitter to commemorate his genius: “RIP Steve Jobs Rest in peace homie” – Snoop Dogg “An innovator. Contributed so much to this generation & beyond. RIP Steve Jobs” – Nicki Minaj “For those of us lucky enough to get to work with Steve, it’s been an insanely great honor. I will miss Steve immensely.” — Bill Gates. “#youchangetheworld we lost a great innovator … steve jobs designed a whole new world … he will be missed …” – Will.i.am “Talk about someone who left a mark on this Earth. Steve Jobs. What an eternal inspiration. A huge one for my collective & company Wondaland” – JanelleMonae RIP to one of my HEROS Steve Jobs!!! You’s a Bad Mother fucka! 4real. Changed the game. Thanks for dreaming So BIG!!! #ripSteveJobs” – P Diddy “If you have yr health consider it the top of the GIFT pile. SteveJobs did a lot in 56yrs&wished he had wht many of yoU HAVE… I did the Grammy webcast in 1996 for Apple at MadisonSqGarden as payment they said $1000 or 2 POwerPCs, ..I took the 2 PowerMACs” – Chuck D. And the staff at HelloBeautiful wants to add: Farewell to brilliance. Rest in Peace in your iCloud with your IPad in hand and IPod blasting in your ears. Thank you Mr. Jobs for changing the face of the technology, you were truly a man with a vision. R.I.P. RELATED: Apple’s Steve Jobs Has Died [BREAKING NEWS]
Ricki Lake nabs the season’s highest score so far with emotional rumba. By Kelley L. Carter Karina Smirnoff and J.R. Martinez Photo: ABC Networks Monday night’s “Dancing With the Stars” evoked emotion from most of the contestants. The third round of performances challenged the celebrities to dance to a song of their choosing that reflected the most memorable year in their lives. There were many moist eyes in the audience as people heard stories of tragedy and heartbreak that were close to the hearts of this year’s cast. Former talk-show host Ricki Lake scored the night’s highest scores, once again impressing the judges with her technique and execution. Here’s how everyone fared: Rob Kardashian and Cheryl Burke The reality star danced the foxtrot to Frank Sinatra’s “Fly Me to the Moon” in memory of his father, O.J. Simpson attorney Robert Kardashian Sr., and the judges found it to be very emotional. Said head judge Len Goodman: “You just put the dash into Kardashian, I’m telling you! Posture was good. Footwork was good. I hope your dad is looking down and saying, ‘Rob, you did good,’ because you did.” 24/30 Chynna Phillips and Tony Dovolani Phillips picked the moment in her life when she was sobering up and danced to “Hold On,” a song she sang with her group Wilson Phillips that she says is therapeutic for her. In her rehearsal, she cried and had a few breakdowns but said she hoped people would see in her rumba routine (and the song’s message, of course) that there was always a way out. “I knew you could do it. You are a smoldering siren. Seductive, intriguing, stylish, always so expressive. You belong in a museum to admire, my dear,” said judge Bruno Tonioli. They scored the first pair of 9’s of the season. 26/30 Chaz Bono and Lacey Schwimmer Bono was charged with dancing the rumba, and he picked a song that his dad, Sonny Bono, wrote, called “Laugh With Me.” Bono, who is the competition’s first transgender contestant, said this was his best year ever and the song meant a lot and is about being a different kind of man. The judges didn’t think Bono kept focus during the dance but praised his willingness to come back week after week in spite of being heavily criticized for his dancing skills. “Every time I watch you get out on this dance floor, I’m so impressed by your real courage,” Carrie Ann Inaba offered. “Because what you do just by showing up here takes incredible amounts of courage. I’m always touched by that. Tonight you looked really distracted. You seemed not quite focused into the dance. I felt like you didn’t dance enough in this rumba. It’s breaking my heart to say this, because I find you to be such an inspiration.” 18/30 Kristin Cavallari and Mark Ballas Not every story was forlorn. The former MTV reality-TV star picked Beyonc
