Articles by Chaka Phillips

Chaka Phillips

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Slave Escape Ship Found in South Carolina: 'CSS Planter' Formerly Believed Lost Forever

May 17, 2014 15:33 PM EDT

What does this archaeological find mean? Who is or was Robert Smalls? Frederick Douglass' quote, "If there is no struggle, there is no progress," resonates now even more with the finding of a slave escape ship in South Carolina.

'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' Movie Cast & Release Date: JK Rowling Adapts Harry Potter Hogwarts Textbook for Film

May 17, 2014 15:12 PM EDT

A review of what we know so far about J.K. Rowling's new film project. What does the release date mean?

Driverless Cars by Google: Plan to Launch Revolutionary Cars Could Be Complete By 2017

May 12, 2014 10:12 AM EDT

Google's Driver-Less Cars Could Come As Early As 2017 and what does it mean for the consumers and drivers? How far does Google intend to expand?

Chromebook Review & Specs: Google and Intel Unveil New Chromebook Computers; Could They Rival Other PCs?

May 12, 2014 09:56 AM EDT

What can these new Chromebooks do that the previous ones could not? And why is Intel and Google working together?

JK Rowling Tweets 16th Anniversary of Battle of Hogwarts: Harry Potter Author has New Film Franchise "Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them"

May 11, 2014 19:00 PM EDT

What does J.K. Rowling reveal and remember about the infamous Harry Potter battle at Hogwarts. And more about the up-coming film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.

Huawei Ascend P7 Specs and Price: New Smartphone Aims to Perfect the Selfie and 'Groufie'

May 11, 2014 18:57 PM EDT

The new Ascend P7 smartphone could change the way we all take selfies. The new Ascend P7 smartphone could change the way we all take selfies. The Ascend P7 was introduced in Paris, France last Wednesday.

'90210' Star Jason Priestley Publishes Memoir: He Dishes on Living With Brad Pitt, Working With Shannon Doherty and Tori Spelling's Wedding Invitation

May 11, 2014 16:03 PM EDT

What new and revealing details does Jason Priestley share in his memoir? What was it like living with Brad Pitt? And was Shannen Doherty really a diva?

Which TV Shows Got Canceled, Survived Fall 2014: 'Community' and 'Super Fun Night' Are Done, 'Scandal' Will Return

May 11, 2014 12:59 PM EDT

Shows like "Community" and "Almost Human" have been canceled, and the list goes on. But some shows are returning.

More News On Climate Change: Who Is Affected? Who Denies Climate Change As A Real Issue?

May 11, 2014 11:18 AM EDT

What is Climate Change? Who is affected and who is involved? Climate Change was brought up in detail this week by environmental agencies and the White House.

International News: Cuban Government Says It Stopped a Terrorist Attack

May 11, 2014 09:30 AM EDT

What really happened? Was it indeed a terrorist plot? And against whom? The Cuban government claimed last Wednesday that they captured four terrorists plotting an attack against their country.

Update On Jennifer Lawrence: The Hunger Games 'Mockingjay' Filming In Paris, France

May 10, 2014 19:14 PM EDT

What was Jennifer Lawrence wearing during filming? What do we know so far? "Fire is catching! And if we burn, you burn with us. " These lines could set the tone for "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay.

Update On Prometheus 2: Michael Fassbender Finally Confirms Involvement In The Film

May 10, 2014 19:01 PM EDT

When and Where did Michael Fassbender confirm his involvement? What do we know so far about the project?

Facebook 'Humans Of New York' Photographer Invited to MET Gala by Vogue: Brandon Stanton Photographed Neil Patrick Harris, Bryan Cranston, Chrissy Teigen

May 10, 2014 18:45 PM EDT

This is story of how a popular Facebook page website became popular for everyone and now the page has gone mainstream.

Mother's Day Gift Ideas: For Stay-at-Home Moms, Chocolate Lovers, Foodies and Do-it-Yourself Gifts

May 10, 2014 17:25 PM EDT

A list of Mother's Day items for gifts, great ideas and Do-It-Yourself last minute gifts. By midnight tonight it will be Mother's Day, so perhaps you could get all of the mothers in your life, from your aunts to grandmothers, the mother's day gift they need.

PS4 vs. Xbox One Sales, Specs & Update: Microsoft's 'Xbox Originals' TV Debuts on Next-Gen Xbox Platform

May 5, 2014 10:39 AM EDT

What does this new business venture for Microsoft mean for the customer and consumers? What can it really do?

Macbook Pro Retina vs. MacBook Air 2014: Apple Slashes Prices on MacBook Air; Battery Is Upgraded Too

May 5, 2014 10:33 AM EDT

Apple slashed prices on its MacBook Airs by at least $100 last week. This is perhaps the best upgrade loyal Apple users could have asked for.

Katie Couric Will Be Yahoo's New TV Global Anchor: Marissa Mayer Behind New Shows, 'World 3.0' and 'Now I Get It'

May 4, 2014 17:38 PM EDT

What will Couric's new entertainment venture be about besides news? How will this benefit Yahoo! in the long run?

If 'The Matrix' Movie Trilogy Had Immortal Nazis: Warner Bros, Wachowski Brothers Sued by Thomas Althouse, Says He Wrote It First

May 4, 2014 17:05 PM EDT

In the trial, the plaintiff Thomas Althouse claimed that Warner Bros. stole his story idea about immortal Nazi hunters.

Dolce and Gabbana are Going to Jail: Italian Fashion Designers Got Lessened Sentence for Tax Evasion

May 4, 2014 13:19 PM EDT

Italian fashion icons and designing duo Dolce and Gabbana got some unflattering news this week: They both were charged with tax evasion.

Marvel 'Death of Wolverine' Debuts in September: Steve McNiven Will Write and Draw Adamantium X-Man's End

May 4, 2014 11:07 AM EDT

Wolverine will die in a four-part mini-series coming out in September. Marvel suggests that this will be the end of the character.

Federal Minimum Wage Increase Blocked by Republicans: President Barack Obama Urges Americans to 'Get Fired Up'

May 4, 2014 09:32 AM EDT

The Republicans blocked a bill on Wednesday that could have increased the minimum wage. President Barack Obama and Democrats are furious, but Republicans are holding firm.

Famous Singer-Songwriter Paul Simon and Wife Edie Brickell Go to Jail: New Canaan Residents Shocked by Disorderly Conduct

May 3, 2014 18:04 PM EDT

Paul Simon and his Edie Brickell were arrested for domestic abuse. World famous singer-songwriter Paul Simon and his singer-songwriter wife were singing different tunes this week after their disorderly conduct arrest.