One of the most iconic figures in American history was born on this day 90 years ago. The legacy of Malcolm X is one that has grown stronger over the years, inspiring generations with his sharp insight and rapid growth on a personal level. Malcolm is often seen as the ideological opposite of Martin Luther King, Jr., a contrast which […]
February 21, 2015 marks the 50-year anniversary of Malcolm X’s assassination in Harlem’s Audubon Ballroom. As part of NewsOne Now’s commemorative podcast, Roland Martin was joined by a number of guests who weighed in on Malcolm X’s influence before and after his death. Among the many to offer commentary was photographer and close Malcolm X […]
Betty Shabazz (pictured), the widow of famed civil rights icon Malcolm X, died on this day in 1997 at the age of 61. Her death…
Rapper Nicki Minaj has heard all of the criticism about her no longer rapping and solely being a pop artist. Well, she’s back with a rapping vengeance on her latest song “Chi-Raq” that features Lil Herb. On the track, Nicki addresses the controversy that surrounded her song “Lookin A$$ N***as.” Before Lil Herb gets a […]
Mass Mutual and NewsOne join together to present 28 dynamic people that make up the diverse tapestry of Black History. For the entire month of…
According to The Huffington Post good old Stacey is at it again and this time she has gone after OPRAH! She had the nerve to use a MALCOLM X quote to do it! Dash went after Oprah for her recent words on Trayvon Martin and Obama. We can cue that collective eye roll about now. Stacey tweeted a link […]
Two suspects who work at the Mexican bar Malcolm Shabazz was last seen at have been arrested in relation to his murder. They have been charged with murder and robbery. The Mexican police are still looking for three other suspects, according to the BBC. MUST READ: The Shabazz Family Speaks On The Loss Of […]
As we previously reported, the grandson of Malcom X and Betty Shabazz was killed tragically in Mexico yesterday. NewsOne is reporting tonight that the Shabazz family has released the following; We are deeply saddened by the passing of our beloved El Hajj Malcolm El Shabazz. To all who knew him, he offered kindness, encouragement […]
As we reported earlier, word traveling around the world tonight is that Malcolm X’s grandson Malcolm Shabazz has tragically passed away at the young age of 28. While many outlets are reporting information about Mr. Shabazz tonight, we thought it would be helpful to give you some facts that will help you better understand who Malcolm Shabazz was and […]
According to The Amsterdam News, Malcolm Shabazz, the grandson of slain civil rights icon Malcolm X was killed in Tijuana, Mexico. The Amsterdam News has learned, and the U.S. Embasy has confirmed, that Malcolm Shabazz – son of Malcolm X, was killed on early Thursday morning, May 9, 2013. He died from injuries sustained after […]
Muslim civil rights activist Malcolm Shabazz has reportedly been arrested by the FBI, this according to reports from PressTV. Shabazz was on his way to Tehran, Iran to attend a conference on Hollywoodism, which is in its third year. Little information regarding Malcolm Shabazz’s arrest because the FBI is refusing to release any details about […]
Can you believe its been two decades since the theatrical release of Malcolm X, Director Spike Lee’s epic portrayal of “our black shining prince?” Warner Home Video and Mr. Lee are celebrating this landmark year with the first-ever Blu-ray premiere of the film, along with the following excellent bonus features: • Commentary by Spike Lee […]
