Michael Jackson

It looks like we'll be getting a new Michael Jackson documentary.

As part of her Reach Higher initiative, FLOTUS is launching a new website that will provide resources for high school students who want to further their education. The site, BetterMakeRoom.org, will feature information about SAT and ACT tests, financial aid, and assistance with filling out college applications.

A private Christian university in Spokane is under fire after members of their soccer team dressed up in blackface to "honor" The Jackson 5

Michael Jackson spent the majority of his life entertaining audiences with his amazing voice and legendary dance moves. With 40 years of music as part of his legacy, it’s a daunting task to pick the ten best, but we were up to the challenge… 10) “Butterflies” (Invincible, 2001) Written by Marsha Ambrosius, “Butterflies” was the […]

According to a new study, African-American students get suspended or expelled at higher rates than White students in southern states.

UPDATED: Monday, July 27, 2015 3:50 p.m. Joe Jackson’s publicist confirmed to Us Weekly that Jackson’s heart stopped three times while he was traveling in Sao Paulo, Brazil. His temporary pacemaker was also replaced with a permanent one on Sunday. “Yesterday in Sao Paulo Joe had a stroke and then his heart stopped,” the publicist […]

This NBA season has been nothing short of amazing for point guard Stephen Curry. After being named the NBA’s most valuable player his team, the Golden State Warriors, has advanced to the NBA finals. They defeated the Houston Rockets Wednesday night with a 104-90 victory. The Warriors haven’t won a championship since 1975. “Why not us?” […]

Louis E. Johnson (pictured right), founding member and one half of funk band The Brothers Johnson who is widely hailed as one of the greatest bass players who ever did it – died on Thursday at age 60. The cause of death has not yet been determined, reports CNN. A longtime collaborator with super producer Quincy […]

A constellation of stars from the holy and secular world came out to pay homage to the supremely talented gospel giant Andraé  Crouch, who was laid to rest at the West Angeles Church of God in Christ on Wednesday. Crouch was a singer, songwriter, conductor, arranger, and choir director who earned the title “father of modern gospel […]

Hundreds of dancing zombies are expected to gather near Harlem’s 124th St. and Lenox Avenue on October 31 for a not-to-be-missed dance extravaganza in honor of the late-King of Pop Michael Jackson’s (pictured) mega-chart buster “Thriller,” according to the New York Daily News. SEE ALSO: The Obama Girls, Mo’ne Davis Top Time Magazine’s ’25 Most Influential […]

There’s no doubt that Michael Jackson was an innovator and an icon but his legendary status didn’t come without many scandals. Take a look back at some of Michael’s most controversial moments. Visit TheUrbanDaily.com for the complete list of MJ drama and controversy.

While today (August 29) would have marked his 56th birthday, NewsOne fondly remembers Michael Jackson as a peerless superstar that has influenced some of music’s biggest current stars. Check out our list of 10 facts that casual fans may not have known about the notoriously private Michael Jackson. Take a look at NewsOne.com’s full rundown of the “10 […]