November 13, 2013
Yesterday singer Lily Allen released the video to her new single Hard Out Here, which has now been branded racist. In the video a troupe of black dancers “twerk” and do all sorts with their buttocks. CLICK HERE to read Black In Asia’s Tumblr post criticising Lily and the video. Lilly who claims the video is meant to be “light hearted and satirical” wrote: Privilege,Superiority and Misconceptions 1. If anyone thinks for a second that I requested specific ethnicities for the video, they’re […]
November 13, 2013
ITV News presenter Charlene White has been subjected to a torrent of racist abuse via social media over her decision to not wear a poppy on-air. In the statement below Charlene ( a supporter of the Poppy Appeal) explains why she has made the decision to not wear the poppy and addresses the ridiculous and uncalled for racial abuse she received. Via ITV.com In the last few days I’ve been subjected to a torrent of racist and sexist abuse as a result […]
November 11, 2013
I don’t know what makes me laugh more, the expression on his face or the teeth brushing antics. [Thanks PSC]
November 10, 2013
Now this is what you call taking protesting to the next level. Via The Metro A man was arrested after stripping naked and nailing his own testicles to the ground in broad daylight and in full view of tourists at one of the world’s most visited landmarks. Self-styled performance artist Pyotr Pavlensky received treatment at a clinic before being taken to a police station following the incident, which he said was a protest against Russia’s ‘police state’. He shocked visitors in Moscow’s […]
November 10, 2013
Zachary gave me life on Friday night. I still cannot stop laughing. … Hahahaha – Zachary will probably be offered his on TV show soon.
November 10, 2013
The Voice reports that broadcasting watchdog OFCOM has revealed its plans to monitor radio station Capita Xtra before making a final decision over whether to launch a full-scale investigation. The body was forced to act after receiving numerous complaints that the station formerly known as Choice FM was not sticking to its format agreement, described as “music and news…for listeners of African and Afro-Caribbean origin in the north London area, but with crossover appeal to other listeners who appreciate urban contemporary black […]
November 10, 2013
Expiration Date: Tyson has had enough of running around after Rio, so he finally decides it’s time to chase someone who actually wants to be caught.
November 9, 2013
Radio Today reports that DJ Jigs has joined Internet radio station Mi-Soul. He will host the weekday late show. Jigs said, “I’m delighted to be able to call Mi-Soul Radio my new home, and I’m really looking forward to being able to play the music I love on air.” After Global Radio officially “rebranded” Choice FM and turned it in to Capital Xtra Jigs resigned the following day after 24 years service. Former Choice FM DJ Natty B has also just joined […]
November 9, 2013
Earlier this week Dizzee Rascal blasted BBC Radio 1 in a series of tweets for not playlisting his latest single Love This Town and removing Something Really Bad from their playlist. Click here to read all about it. After years of enjoying huge success and lounging at the top of the radio playlist, Dizzee it seems is no longer a corporate darling. Just wanna apologise to my fans for my bad language the other day. Everyone else can still suck my Dick! #thefifth — Dizzee Rascal (@DizzeeRascal) November 8, […]
November 8, 2013
Daily Show host Jon Stewart discussed the Barneys department store racial profiling controversy on Wednesday night, and along with senior black correspondent Larry Wilmore, tore into Sean Carter aka Jay-Z for refusing to address the situation head-on and his refusal to cut ties with the company. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wm79wtNsHoY
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