Articles by Chaka Phillips

Chaka Phillips


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'Sleepy Hollow': TV Show Apologizes for Headless Day Comment in Lieu of Reporters Beheaded by ISIS

"Sleepy Hollow" TV show gets publicity, and not in a good way. The hit Fox TV show "Sleepy Hollow" is usually not surrounded by controversy.

Spotlight on Marina Silva: Silva in the Running to Becoming Brazil's First Black President

Who is Marina Silva? Where did she come from? Marina Silva is the rising star of her political party and is in the running to becoming Brazil's first black president.

3D Printing Update: 3D Printer Launched in Space, What Can It Do So Far?

This is a brand new feat for 3D Printers. 3D Printing in Space! No, this is not the name of a new science-fiction show. There is indeed a zero gravity operated 3D Printer on its way to the International Space Station (ISS).

Robots: Study Shows Humans Prefer Robot Leaders on the Job, and There's a New 'Robo' Brain

Do people really prefer robotic overlords than they do humans as their bosses? What is this "robo" brain?

Angelina Jolie's Year and a Half Journey: Overcoming Cancer, Debuting Her Second Directed Film on Christmas Day and Having an Original Wedding Event

This is has been a challenging year and a half for Angelina Jolie, from dealing with cancer, getting married to Brad Pitt, to directing her second film "Unbroken."

TV News: 'Minority Report' & 'The Help' Among Top Films in Development for TV Adaptation

Spielberg's "Minority Report" and Scorsese's "Shutter Island" are getting film-to-TV adaptations. While "The Help" director Tate Taylor is bringing back "In the Heat of the Night" the TV series, and "The Omen" is coming to Lifetime TV.

'Extant' Starring Halle Berry: Review of Episode 10 Titled 'A Pack Of Cards' Part 2

Is it possible that Steven Spielberg can plagiarize himself? Babies, growth, life, loss, aliens and a space station -- these are all of the exciting plot items that are fully emerging in "Extant.

'Extant' Starring Halle Berry: A Review of Episode 9 Titled 'Care And Feeding' Part 1

This time around the alien baby is in charge. Molly's journey in "Extant" is similar to that of "Alice in Wonderland. " She is not sure what she is getting herself involved in -- albeit aliens and a mad man -- but she is determined to overcome the obstacles that stand in her way.

Marvel Heroes Meet Netflix With Live-Action Series: Update on Upcoming 'Daredevil,' and Following 'The Defenders' Franchise

Marvel and Netflix are readying itself for "The Defenders." The successful introduction superhero teams like Marvel's "The Avengers" and most recently the "Guardians of the Galaxy" has paved the way for a smaller more Earth-bound superhero team: Marvel's "The Defenders.

3D Printing News: 3D Printed Books in the Works and New 3D Materials Used to Print

3D Printing is taking off. It has already been eight months, and 3D printing seems to have grown as fast as Jack's magical beanstalk. The applications of 3D printing could make books, but the printing process at the same time can be costly.

Netflix: New September Movies and TV Titles

What does Netflix have in store for this labor day weekend? "Criminal Minds Seasons 1 to 9," and others.

'Community' Star Donald Glover: Set to Play Miles Morales in 'Ultimate Spider-Man'

Fanboy + Comedy Star + Talent + Spider-Man = genius. From comedic star on NBC's "Community," making music, to comic book fanboy, Donald Glover is getting to live his dream as the "Ultimate Spider-Man.

Artificial Intelligence: Former Siri Makers Designing an AI That Does Everything

An A.I. that can do everything? Is that even possible? Some Apple iPhone users are aware that Siri, the smartphone's digital assistant, can make appointments and check the weather, but it cannot book a flight or make reservations at your favorite restaurant.

CBS' 'Extant' Spoilers & Recap Starring Halle Berry: Episodes 7 And 8 Review, Part 2

Back-to-back episodes brings back-to-back reviews CBS' "Extant" delivered more action and more surprises in their two back-to-back episodes of 7 and 8.

Showtime, AMC & FX Shows Renewed Ahead of Emmys

Showtime decides to reinvest in its shows, while Guillermo Del Toro's "The Strain" gets a second season, and the 1980s is looking good for the internet show.

Movie Release Dates 2014: 'The Imitation Game' & 'Night At The Museum 3' Among Top Anticipated Film Releases Coming Soon

Benedict Cumberbatch plays the code breaker and computer inventor Alan Turing; Robin Williams appears in one of his last four films; and Antonio Banderas works with his ex-wife Melanie Griffith in "Automata"

CBS 'Extant' Episode 7 and 8 Recap 2014: Show's Premiere Proves to Be a Hit

"Extant" premiered back-to-back episodes, so here is a back-to-back review CBS, "Extant" and Halle Berry all have one thing in common: big.

Apple iPad Apps Store News: Tom Hanks' Typewriter App an Instant Success, Outsells YouTube, RollerCoaster Tycoon

Celebrity endorsements can be either successful or an epic failure, but when celebrities actually create something, sometimes it is magical. For example, A-list actor Tom Hanks launched a typewriting app for iPad called "Hanx Writer," and it was an instant success.

Barneys New York Pays Over $500M in Racial Profiling Settlement

The New York department store Barneys New York was accused of racially profiling black and Hispanic customers almost a year ago. About two weeks ago, Barneys New York gave out more than half a million dollars in a racial profiling settlement.

Lindsay Lohan and 'X-Files' Actress Gillian Anderson to Write First Books: 'Mean Girls' Star Says Autobiography Is Like 'Harry Potter'

What does a young Hollywood starlet-actress, and a science fiction star have in common? Books. Star of the TV pop-culture hit "The X Files" Gillian Anderson and Lindsay Lohan, star of the pop-culture film hit "Mean Girls," are both coming out with books soon.

Ellie, the Artificially Intelligent Psychologist: Virtual Human Latest Fad in Mental Health Therapy

What can this A.I. really do in therapy? Are patients/clients more willing to open up more with a robot than a person?

Race to Make the 'Jungle Book' Movie: Disney Versus Warner Bros.

What do we know so far about either film project from Disney and Warner Bros.? From who has been cast, to who is directing.

Immigration: Mexico's Double Standard

Mexico's immigration dilemma is with its own citizens and Central America. The talk of immigration for some U. S. politicians might not be a hot button issue, but perhaps no one can ignore the facts of who it is affecting.

African-American Sherlock Holmes Comic Book Featured On Kickstarter

This is perhaps the first African-American Sherlock Holmes. But diversity in comic books is nothing new.

'Downton Abbey' Season 5 Online News: Show Reveals New Photos; What Is In Store For The Hit TV Series?

Expect to see Lady Mary and Lady Edith arguing a lot in Season 5. "Downton Abbey" Season 5 is returning, though the series will not come to the U.
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