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Lately, I have seen a lot of talk on Social Media about the rapper Lil’ Wayne joining our beloved Universal Zulu Nation. As you know, the Zulu Nation is 41 years old as of November 2014 and HipHop Culture is 40 years old. Our Culture is evolving and our organization is always welcoming to those willing to get on the grind with us in continuing our work to push forth this Culture using the four spiritual principles of Peace, Unity, Love and Having Fun. For those who have made negative comments about our Nation and who are sitting on the sidelines thinking we will change the way we represent HipHop because of one new member, you are sadly mistaken. Bear in mind that ‘Rap is something you do, HipHop is how you live.’ Lil’ Wayne understands that this is something bigger than him. He may not compromise some of his lyrics on some of his songs. But he will promote the Culture that we represent with our pillars as the foundation. If you have studied your history, you would know h...

Marion Barry, an icon of D.C. politics good and bad for more than 40 years, has died at age 78. "It is with deep regret that the family of former four-time D.C. Mayor, and Ward 8 City Councilman, Marion S. Barry, Jr., announces that he has passed," read a statement early Sunday from Barry's family. Barry had been hospitalized at Howard University Hospital Thursday after complaining of a urinary tract infection. He was released Saturday, and family members said he seemed to feel well. "In his own words, he was 'fantabulous' -- his words, not mine," said Barry spokeswoman LaToya Foster at an early-morning press conference at United Medical Center. Sunday morning, Barry visited with his son, Christopher, and then stopped to eat. On his way back into his home from the car, Barry collapsed. His driver brought him inside the home, unresponsive. Barry was taken to United Medical Center at about 12:15 a.m. Sunday, and was pronounced ...

In a twisted turn of events, comedian Bill Cosby has finally broken his silence. The words in this video are troubling to hear, and may also be the reason Mr. Cosby won't stand trial. However, if he did stand trial, these words may not help him, either. WATCH THE VIDEO: This is strictly for laughs, people. Rape is not a joke. But this news piece is pure parody. Bill Cosby Quadeer Shakur M.C. Spice BlackBerry Soul Radio Three Stripes Media

When the Michael Brown verdict is announced, people can expect the police to take at least 10 different illegal actions to prevent people from exercising their constitutional rights. The Ferguson police have been on TV more than others so people can see how awful they have been acting. But their illegal police tactics are unfortunately quite commonly used by other law enforcement in big protests across the U.S. The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution promises the government will not abridge freedom of speech or to prevent the right of the people to peaceably assemble or to petition to the government for the redress of grievances. Here is what they are may do; watch for each of these illegal actions when the crowds start to grow. 1. Try to stop people from protesting. The police all say they know they have to let people protest. So they usually will allow protests for a while. Then the police will get tired and impatient and try to stop people from continui...

WESTERLY, R.I. (AP) — A Westerly High School teacher has obtained a temporary restraining order against a student accused by officials of threatening to hurt her and “shoot up the school.” The Westerly Sun reports that the student also is forbidden from school grounds. Maryjane Utley, head of the Westerly High School Science Department, obtained the restraining order on Friday against the unidentified male student. He had been suspended twice for alleged threats against the school and Utley. Utley’s lawyer, Michael Lynch, said district and school administrators failed to immediately provide Utley with details. He also said the administration failed to notify other teachers or the parents of the students who heard the threats. School officials say they worked closely with Westerly police and followed School Committee policies.

A full investigation is slated to begin today, one day after a private Lear jet crashed on approach near Grand Bahama International Airport, killing everyone on board, including a prominent pastor and his wife. All passengers on the flight died, with nine people reportedly on board, the Royal Bahamas Police Force said. The jet was carrying Dr. Myles Munroe and his wife, Ruth, according to Kelley Jackson, a spokeswoman from the Andrew J. Young Foundation. Munroe, 60, was a pastor and motivational speaker, the founder of Bahamas Faith Ministries International Fellowship. Ruth served as co-senior pastor. "Ambassador Young expresses his deep sadness over the tragic death of his friends Dr. Myles and Mrs. Ruth Munroe," the organization posted on its Facebook page. "He offers condolences to the Munroe family and the families of the other souls who lost their lives as a result of this shocking plane crash."   Prominent Evangelical Pastor, Wif...

Henry Jackson, better known as Big Bank Hank of the Sugarhill Gang, died early Tuesday morning at Englewood Hospital in New Jersey from complications due to cancer. The news -- first reported by TMZ -- was confirmed to HuffPost Entertainment by David Mallie, business manager for Sugarhill Gang members Michael "Wonder Mike" Wright and Guy "Master Gee" O'Brien. Jackson was 57 years old. In a statement to HuffPost Entertainment via Mallie, Wright and O'Brien expressed sorrow and condolences: "So sad to hear of our brother's passing. The three of us created musical history together with the release of 'Rapper's Delight.' We will always remember traveling the world together and rocking the house. Rest in peace Big Bank." The Sugarhill gang formed in the late '70s and was best-known for the 1979 hit single, " Rapper's Delight ." DJ Funkmaster Flex was among the many people to pay tribute to Jackson: