Queen Latifah's new clothing line: It will debut on HSN in August. She's an actress, singer, rapper and producer. But would you trust her to dress you?
Suggested Reading
A literary journey through five of the biggest problems facing black America: Sure, maybe the stories in these books are fictional and meant for entertainment, but you'll immediately recognize some somber real-life issues between the their covers. Yes, Push (the book behind Precious) is on the list, which was compiled by the Altanta Post.
Michael Vick's dog kennel purchased: Bad Newz Kennels, the house where football star Mike Vick used to breed and fight dogs, has been purchased by an animal-rescue organization and will now be called "Dogs Deserve better." The Pennsylvania-based philanthropic organization is said to have paid about $600,000 for the Surry County, Va., five-bedroom home to use as a rehabilitation center for dogs.
Gabrielle Union's upcoming acting gigs: Someone's going to be busy. She's landed roles in the film adaptation of Steve Harvey's best-seller, Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man; Tyler Perry's Good Deeds; and the indie dramedy Family Tree.
In other news: Video: Michelle Obama's Memorial Day Message.
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