Tag: Award

Jocelyn Benson to Receive Medal on Jan. 6 Anniversary of US Capitol Attack

Jocelyn Benson to Receive Medal on Jan. 6 Anniversary of US Capitol Attack

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson on Friday will receive the Presidential Citizens Medal, one of the nation’s highest civilian honors, for her role overseeing the 2020 election and defending it against efforts to overturn the result. President Joe Biden, who won the election, will host a ceremony at the White House on the second anniversary of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. Supporters of former President Donald Trump broke down barriers and entered the Capitol in an attempt to stop Congress from certifying Biden’s election.

Harry’s House Wins Album of the Year Award at the VMAs

Harry’s House Wins Album of the Year Award at the VMAs

Last night at one of the biggest award shows of the year, celebrities and fans alike gathered around to watch their favorite artists put on spectacular performances and receive honorable awards. One of which was given to the album that has won over hearts and ears and even has some people calling Harry Styles the “new king of pop.”

Mary J. Blige Honored at Billboard Music Awards

Mary J. Blige Honored at Billboard Music Awards

R&B and Hip Hop star and 10-time Billboard Music Award winner, Mary J. Blige, was honored and presented with the Icon Award at the 2022 BBMAs on Sunday night. The award was given to her by the former Icon Award recipient, Janet Jackson. Before she was awarded the Icon award, Blige performed at the award show, taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, which ended in standing ovations.

Ariana DeBose Will Host the Tonys This Year

Ariana DeBose Will Host the Tonys This Year

The Tony Awards is a special event that recognizes the talented work of many artists in theatre and Broadway. The nominees of this awards show will be revealed this Monday. The Broadway League and the American Theater Wing have made a decision to have Ariana DeBose host the Tonys this year. This will be her first time hosting the Tony Awards.

By a Heartbreaking Surprise, Gio Urshela of the NY Yankees was traded to the Minnesota Twins

By a Heartbreaking Surprise, Gio Urshela of the NY Yankees was traded to the Minnesota Twins

Spring training is approaching. Just recently, the Yankees and the Twins have agreed to make a trade which included the Yankees’s Gary Sánchez and Gio Urshela for the Twins’s Josh Donaldson, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, and Ben Rortvedt. The New York Yankees tweeted, “The New York Yankees today announced that they have acquired infielder Josh Donaldson, infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa and catcher Ben Rortvedt from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for catcher Gary Sánchez and infielder Gio Urshela.”

Love of Music

Love of Music

Who runs the world? Girls! Yesterday, 2/10 , Los Angeles, California hosts the 61st Annual Grammy Awards at the Staple Centre. This years Grammy’s was especially one to remember, as the women dominate in some of the major categories like, Album of the Year, Best Rap Album, Best New Artist and more. As we celebrated […]

John “Gungie” Rivera Among Honorees at the 8th Annual BORIMIX: Puerto Rico Fest

John “Gungie” Rivera Among Honorees at the 8th Annual BORIMIX: Puerto Rico Fest

  The Society of the Educational Arts (SEA) is hosting the 8th Annual BORIMIX: Puerto Rico Fest, a celebration of Puerto Rican heritage, arts and culture. The free event kicks off with the 2013 Buildinguai Arts Celebration on Thursday November 14 at The Clemente on 107 Suffolk Street in Manhattan. That night, BORIMIX will debut […]

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