Ella Jenkins, a singer-songwriter known as the “first lady of children’s music,” has died. She was 100. According to NPR, John Smith, the associate director of Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, confirmed news of her passing. Jenkins had an enduring relationship with the nonprofit record label, recording 39 albums throughout her career of nearly seven decades. Finding her unique […]
A new trailer for Mufasa: The Lion King dropped at D23 during the Disney Entertainment Showcase, and it dives into the brotherhood between Mufasa and Taka (Scar) before they became foes. The film is a prequel to 2019’s live-action The Lion King. Director Barry Jenkins and songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda appeared on stage at D23 with […]
Ambassador Bonnie Denise Jenkins, an esteemed expert on arms control and international security, was inducted into Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at the 56th National Convention in Indianapolis this week. The induction ceremony celebrated her exceptional career and dedication to promoting global peace, reflecting the sorority’s commitment to recognizing trailblazing women. Alongside Ambassador Bonnie Jenkins, […]
A New Jersey teacher has been lauded a hero after going into action and saving her student who was chocking on a water bottle cap. Janiece Jenkins works at East Orange Community Charter School, told FOX 5 NY, “Good Day New York.” 9-year-old Robert Stonaker was trying to pour water into his mouth when began choking on […]
A 25-year-old news reporter was fatally shot over the weekend when she was caught in the crossfire in Norfolk, Virginia 11 Alive Atlanta reported. Sierra M. Jenkins, of Norfolk, was a reporter for The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press died at the hospital after being struck by five bullets. Jenkins earned a degree in journalism from […]