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Part of my research this week for hosting The View was to read a book called The Confidence Code. It was written by journalists Katty…

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Standup comedy is alive and well these days as Chris Tucker, Mo’Nique and Katt Williams are all mounting comeback shows on the comedy circuit. And…

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It’s a great weekend at the movies. Depending on your age and movie preference, there’s probably something for you. Chris Brown and Laz Alonso heat…

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