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    Tyscot Records (the oldest operating African American owned and faith-based recording label in the world) kicks off its 50 th  year anniversary by celebrating a huge win via its joint venture with PJ Morton’s Gumbo Studios. The Darrel Walls x PJ Morton album,  Heart of Mine  (Tyscot /Gumbo Studios), earned a Grammy® Award as Best Gospel Album of the Year at the 68 th  annual Grammy® Awards ceremony this past Sunday at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. It was Morton’s idea to produce an album around Darrel Walls’ voice which has been hailed as one of the most expressive and dynamic instruments in contemporary gospel. He is a longtime fan of Walls as the lead singer of the beloved sibling act, The Walls Group, and has featured him on some of his past recordings such as “The Better Benediction” and “So in Love.” The album has racked up over 5 million digital streams and the radio single “Able” is rising on gospel radio station playlists arou...

Historic Tariff Collections Under IEEPA Exceed All Canada Tariffs from 2002-2017  WASHINGTON, D.C. – As Congress prepares to vote on  H.J.Res.72  to terminate the emergency declaration under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) related to Canadian imports, new data released by We Pay the Tariffs reveals the extraordinary financial burden these tariffs have placed on American businesses and consumers. From March through November 2025, Americans paid at least $2.2 billion in IEEPA tariffs on imports from Canada—one of America's largest trading partners and closest allies. Hundreds of millions more likely were paid in recent months for which data has not yet been reported. To put this in perspective, the March-November 2025 IEEPA tariffs on Canada alone exceed the $2.18 billion in total tariffs collected on all imports from Canada from 2002 through 2017 combined. Impact Across All 50 States Every state has been affected by the Canada tariffs, with the high...

Yesterday, President Donald J. Trump  welcomed  lawmakers, industry leaders, and hardworking miners from across the country to the White House “Champion of Coal” event.  There, he signed an  Executive Order  directing the Department of War to purchase coal power,  celebrated  the Tennessee Valley Authority’s recommitment to coal, and was  honored  by coal miners as the “Undisputed Champion of Beautiful, Clean Coal” for his tireless leadership in ending the Radical Left’s war on the industry. This event underscored President Trump’s unwavering support for beautiful, clean coal — supporting workers, delivering affordable and dependable energy to Americans, creating high-paying jobs in rural communities, and enhancing our national security through American energy dominance.

  (LOS ANGELES, CA) –  BET today announced the return of  Culture’s Biggest Week, set to be the brand’s most powerful expression of  Community, Culture, and Connection to date.  This four-day celebration of Black excellence and shared experience brings together the voices, stories, and moments that define the culture, anchored by the  “BET Awards,” Culture’s Biggest Night, airing l ive Sunday, June 28, at the Peacock Theater,  and  BETX, an immersive, fan-first  experience taking over Los Angeles June 25 – 27.   More than a marquee event,  Culture’s Biggest Week  is BET’s commitment to the Black community, creating spaces to gather, celebrate, reflect, and move the culture forward together. From honoring legacy to amplifying what’s next, BET continues to show up at the center of culture with purpose, underscoring that  BET is Something  You Can Believe In.   More than an awards show,  “BET Awards”  stan...

  (Atlanta, GA):    Jevon Dewand & The Trap Starz  are back with another massive dose of energy and hope.  In follow-up to his chart-topping hit "It's Not Over," which encouraged turning pain into purpose, Jevon is set to release his new single,  "10X My Blessings,"   on Friday, February 27.   “10X My Blessings” features a powerhouse collaboration with artists who bring the same energy and passion as Jevon.  Joining him on this anthem of promise is multiple GRAMMY® Award-winning producer  Jazze Pha,  Stellar Award-winning singer  Isaac Carree,  Country music and faith crossover sensation  Blanco Brown,  and songwriter/producer  Gaz Money . " 10X  My Blessings  is about shifting our mindset," Jevon explains.  We need to stop asking for new blessings and start multiplying the blessings already in our hands.” "10X My Blessings" is available now to preorder and pre-save to your  Spotify, ...

Today, the NAACP announced that Rev. Dr. Jamal-Harrison Bryant will receive the prestigious Mildred Bond Roxborough Social Justice Impact Award at the “ 57th NAACP Image Awards” Creative Honors on Thursday, February 26 in Los Angeles.   The Mildred Bond Roxborough Social Justice Impact Award celebrates individuals whose courage, advocacy, and impact continue the NAACP’s legacy of advancing civil rights and building a more just society. Previous honorees include Jotaka Eaddy, Benjamin Crump, Nikole Hannah-Jones, and Stacey Abrams. “The NAACP Image Awards is proud to honor Rev. Dr. Jamal-Harrison Bryant, whose leadership is rooted in scholarship, action, courage, and an unwavering commitment to justice,” said Karen Boykin-Towns, Vice Chair, NAACP National Board of Directors. “Through his dedication to service, he has challenged systemic inequities across the country and advocated for communities that are too often overlooked. We are honored to present the Mildred Bond Roxborough ...