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The 14 Highest-Paying Jobs That Don't Need a College Degree

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:31:14 +0000

Sure, college isn’t for everyone, but you know what is? A good salary. There are plenty of careers where you don’t need to go to college and can still earn a nice living. CareerCast.com has ranked the best jobs that don’t require a college degree, using data from the Department of Labor and Bureau of [...]

Another Way to Donate to the Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Jade Nicole — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:37:06 +0000

Ever since I became aware of the devastation in the Oklahoma City area, I’ve been working feverishly to find out how we can assist in their recovery. I recently received an email from The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma’s Administrative Director Terri Scott. “It was a horrible storm, even worse than seen on television [...]

Tamar Braxton vs. Mario – R&B Sound Off

Emily Tan — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:41:40 +0000

Give it up for Tamar Braxton's smooth track 'The One,' which beat Jennifer Lopez's 'Live It Up' in last week's R&B Sound Off. With 86.85 percent of the vote, Braxton proved that you don't need to have a big club banger to get to the top. Lopez only took 13.15 percent of the votes.

Unlucky Woman Wins Powerball Only to Find She Bought Ticket Too Late

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:35:18 +0000

Hereâ€™s proof that timing is indeed everything. A woman from Pasadena, California matched all six numbers in the most recent Powerball drawing, only to discover that she didnâ€™t win because she purchased her ticket too late. Poor woman. Really — with the amount of money she lost, she really is a poor woman. Maria Arrobio [...]

Woman's Ridiculous Reason for Not Having a Job — 'I'm Too Attractive'

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:58:33 +0000

If you think you’re just too darned pretty to work, then you should either apply to be on the ‘Real Housewives’ franchise or do what one woman in Britain does. Nothing. Laura Fernee hasn’t had a job for two years because she claims her good looks are too distracting, which still puts her several years [...]

Death Toll in Oklahoma Lowered to 24; Search for Survivors Continues

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:50:52 +0000

Officials in Oklahoma have lowered the number of deaths suffered to 24 in the massive tornado that swept through the town of Moore Monday night. Originally, the figure had been as high as 51, probably a result of double-counting.

Veteran Reporter Has Emotional Breakdown While Covering Oklahoma Tornado

Donald Deane — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:33:56 +0000

Dozens of people including children were killed after a massive tornado tore a swath of destruction through an area outside Oklahoma City yesterday. In fact, it was such a terrible scene that local KFOR reporter Lance West broke down while reporting the news. The Emmy-winning newsman was on the scene reporting on how children were [...]

Oklahoma Tornado Survivor Reunites with Trapped Dog During Live Interview

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:04:47 +0000

Even in the face of unspeakable tragedy, miracles can occur. While giving an interview after her Moore, Oklahoma home was ravaged by the horrific tornado that touched down on Monday, Barbara Garcia was discussing how her dog, Tito, was somewhere in the rubble. Suddenly in a dramatic moment, the dog emerged in the middle of [...]

'The Voice' Live Round Recap: The Top 10 Perform

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 21 May 2013 03:10:22 +0000

On tonight's (May 20) live rounds of Season 4 of 'The Voice,' the Top 10 performed for America's votes, singing tunes selected by their coaches, who no longer have any say in who stays and who goes. Although if they choose the wrong song, they could be the indirect force which sends their contestants home. Here's how things shook out.

Beyonce Is a 'Grown Woman' in Leaked Track

Jessica Sager — Tue, 21 May 2013 03:04:47 +0000

Beyonce is a ‘Grown Woman,’ but even grown women are subject to leaks — of the song variety. (Get your heads out of the gutter!) Bey’s highly anticipated track off of her upcoming ‘Mrs. Carter’ album has leaked in full, and the Beyhive is swarming around it nonstop. In previously released teasers of the song, [...]

Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:53:54 +0000

A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.

At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

Mary J. Blige Slapped With $3.4 Million Tax Lien From IRS

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:54:12 +0000

Mary J. Blige is facing serious financial drama in her life. The IRS has filed a $3.4 million federal tax lien against the singer, claiming she hasn’t paid income taxes for the years of 2009, 2010 and 2011. And Mary’s money woes don’t end there. According to TMZ, the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul owes the [...]

Massive Tornado Destroys Area Near Oklahoma City; At Least 51 Killed [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:17:01 +0000

An enormous tornado with a debris cloud two miles wide tore through the metropolitan area just south of Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon.

UPDATE 9:28 p.m. EST: At least 51 people were killed in the storm, including seven children from Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, according to KFOR in Oklahoma City. The news station reported that 75 student and staff were inside the school when the storm struck. Officials said Monday night that the search of the rubble remaining of the school had turned to a recovery mission.

K. Michelle Pleases Her Man on 'V.S.O.P.'

Natelege Whaley — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:01:35 +0000

K. Michelle’s man has been putting in overtime for her and she’s ready to return the favor. On her official new single, ‘V.S.O.P.,’ which takes its name from a “very special” brand of cognac — Hennessy to be exact — the singer wants to please her guy. The Pop and Oak-produced track has a vintage [...]

R&B Music Hall of Fame Museum Finds Home in Detroit

Natelege Whaley — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:53:01 +0000

Detroit was once the epicenter of new soulful talent as Motown Records, which was based there, birthed the careers of theÂ Supremes, Stevie Wonder and the Jackson 5. Now the Motor City will be home to the new R&B Music Hall of Fame Museum, according to Eurweb.com. Just like rock musicians have the opportunity to be [...]

Thief Steals Purse, Gets Hit by Bus, Re-Thinks Career Options

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:20:43 +0000

What comes around goes around. And sometimes, it comes around much quicker than you expect. This thief in Columbia thought he’d come up with a great way to steal a woman’s purse. And everything seems hunky dory for him until a big ol’ bus got in his way and mowed him down. Amazingly, the thief [...]

Janet Jackson Reflects on 'janet.' Album Turning 20, Talks Kendrick Lamar's 'Poetic Justice'

Brittny Pierre — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:54:50 +0000

This month is cause for celebration for Janet Jackson. Not only did she ring in her 47th birthday on May 16, but two days later on May 18, her fifth album, 'janet.' turned 20. She reflects on the iconic project and talks about what she thinks of Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Poetic Justice’ in a new interview with Billboard.

Miguel and Fan Kiss and Make Up After Drop Kick at 2013 Billboard Music Awards

Georgette Cline — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:34:35 +0000

After attempting a long jump and kicking a fan during his Billboard Music Awards performance of ‘Adorn’ last night (May 19), Miguel attempted to do some good considering the situation. While performing his hit song, the ‘Kaleidoscope Dream’ creator jumped from one side of the stage to the other, all while a crowd of people [...]

Kelly Rowland to Join 'The X Factor' Next Season

Emily Tan — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:42:59 +0000

With all the announcements of stars leaving and joining the judging panels of various singing competitions, it wouldn’t hurt to have another, right? Well, the latest comes from ‘The X Factor,’ which has just announced Kelly Rowland as one of its newest judges. Rowland, and Mexican pop singer Paulina Rubio, will be replacing Britney Spears [...]

2013 Billboard Music Awards Winners List

Jessica Sager — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:19:48 +0000

The 2013 Billboard Music Awards went down tonight (May 19) in Las Vegas! We kept track of all the winners while the show was happening, especially nod leaders Taylor Swift, Maroon 5, fun. and Rihanna.

Swift took home three awards; some were o

Guru's 'Jazzmatazz, Vol. 1′ Turns 20

Trent Fitzgerald — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:59:27 +0000

For many years, rappers have always sampled jazz music within their hip-hop productions. The late rapper Guru took it a step further and enlisted several prominent jazz musicians to back him up on his bellwether album, ‘Jazzmatazz, Vol. 1.’ Released on May 18, 1993, ‘Jazzmatazz’ is, arguably, one of the most legendary rap albums of [...]

Mariah Carey Achieves 27th Top Ten R&B/Hip-Hop Hit

Natelege Whaley — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:32:07 +0000

Mariah Carey continues to show these younger R&B divas why she’s still one of the greatest. At 43, the ‘American Idol’ judge, will soon be dropping her 11th studio album and her new single, ‘#Beautiful,’Â with younger crooner Miguel, has reached the top ten on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop charts in only two weeks. This gives Carey [...]