Summer Buzz - What's Hot Now!
See what's hot and happening this summer with BET.com's Summer Buzz!
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Michael Jackson - The world celebrates the life and legacy of a musical genius. Michael Jackson has moved and touched everyone with his talent, international support and integrity. He will always and forever be the King of Pop.
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Drake - He went from a teen television show to a popular mixtape, and we can’t get enough of this young Canadian actor/artist. Gaining continuous fame and signing with Lil’ Wayne’s Young Money Entertainment label, Drake has become the most talked about performer in the music business.
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Health Care - These days, the hot-button topic in politics is health care. President Obama has been informing everyone that health insurance should be mandatory for all Americans. It is important for us to receive the proper health care that we need for a long and healthy life, regardless of our job status or social class.
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Maxwell - Maxwell has returned with more sensual sounds and momentous melodies with his new album, <i>BLACKsummers’night</i>. The album is the first part of a trilogy that will be released over three years. <i>BLACKsummers’night</i> is in stores now!
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Fight Night Round 4 - Fight for the championship title in the new EA Sports game, “Fight Night Round 4.” Play with legendary fighters such as Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson and other licensed fighters. The game is available on Playstation 3 and Xbox 360.
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Precious - Based on the award-winning book, “Push: A Novel” by Sapphire, the movie <i>Precious</i> follows the life of an under-privileged and illiterate teen mother, searching for her place in the world.
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True Blood - Sink your teeth into this suspenseful sci-fi HBO original series. Based on “The Southern Vampire Mysteries” novels, the show is filled with lust, vampires and plenty of blood. The second season of <i>True Blood</i> airs Sundays at 9 PM/ 8C.
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2009 U.S. Open - Tennis star siblings Venus and Serena Williams will be joining together again to play for the title of 2009 U.S. Open Women’s champion. Last year, we watched Serena win the Women’s Single Championship. The tournament begins August 31.
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Frankie & Neffe - If you thought the family love and drama ended with the Keyshia Cole show, see what BET has in store this time. Neffe and her mother, Frankie, will be premiering their new reality show, in which they will work to gain their own financial independence and still maintain happy, strong families. <i>Frankie & Neffe</i> premieres Tuesday, August 25 at 10 PM/9C!
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HawthoRNe - Jada Pinkett Smith stars in the TNT series, <i>HawthoRNe</i>, about a driven nurse who works hard to bring compassion and strength to her patients. Watch Jada Pinkett Smith as Nurse Christina Hawthorne every Tuesday at 9 PM/8C.
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Power Shoulders - From dresses to blazers, celebrities such as Beyoncé and Rihanna are rocking this new powerful fashion trend.
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Natural Beauty - From bare faces to natural coils to clear, manicured nails, women everywhere are beginning to show off their true, natural beauty. With great skin cleansers and stylish hairdos, it’s easy to show the world the real you.
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Pearls - It is safe to say that our first lady has brought back the classic and feminine style of pearls. Whether in white or pink, the traditional piece of jewelry is chic, classy and turning into a popular fashion trend.
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Going Digital - From television to communication to magazine publications, the whole world has gone digital. Whether you’ve purchased your own digital device, or got caught up with digital converters, everyone is a part of the new digital age.
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iPhone 3GS - Introducing the newest iPhone on the market: the iPhone 3GS. Explore new features from video recording to voice commands on what is now the fastest iPhone yet!
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