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On Sep. 10, 1990, "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" premiered on NBC, marking the start of six seasons and 148 episodes of unforgettable family entertainment.

Starring Will Smith as a fictionalized version of himself, the show followed his journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to the upscale world of Bel-Air, California, living with his wealthy relatives.

Alongside Tatyana Ali, Alfonso Ribeiro, and Karyn Parsons, the show tackled issues like bullying, racism, and relationships. Even after its final episode in 1996, "The Fresh Prince" remains a beloved classic, influencing generations and continuing to air worldwide.

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The debate stage in Philadelphia is set for Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. It goes down tonight at 9 p.m. Eastern on ABC. Some have described this long-awaited matchup as a debate between the prosecutor and the felon.

Leading up to the debate, polls show the two presidential nominees nearly neck and neck in battleground states, with Harris polling one or two points higher in some. Polls also show, though, that nearly 30 percent of Americans don't really know her, but they're waiting to hear more about her policies.

Can she deliver a clear message that clears the trail of victory while calling out Trump on his lies? Will she double down on Project 2025? Will Trump get through a debate without name-calling and stay on track with a message that includes any type of policy, without becoming unhinged?

The rules for the verbal matchup are set. Microphones will be muted when it is not the candidate's turn to speak, Trump will give the final closing statement, and each candidate will have two minutes to answer questions, two minutes for a rebuttal, and one minute for a follow-up.

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The Harris-Walz campaign is ramping up its national security critique of former President Donald Trump ahead of tonight's debate, with 10 retired senior military officers endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the most qualified candidate to serve as president. In a statement, the military leaders declared Harris "the best—and only—presidential candidate in this race who is fit to serve as our commander-in-chief."

The statement was signed by the following military officials:

They cited her leadership on key issues like Ukraine and China while slamming Trump for what they call reckless and chaotic handling of U.S. national security. The officers also condemned Trump's treatment of troops, recalling his comments referring to fallen soldiers as "suckers and losers," and his mismanagement of the Afghanistan withdrawal, which they say, put service members at risk.

The Harris-Walz team also launched a new ad featuring former Trump officials like Mike Pence and John Bolton, warning of the dangers of a second Trump presidency.

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In this episode of Hollywood Live, Tanya Hart gives the scoop on the star-studded lineup for the 76th Emmy Awards, hosted by the comedic duo Eugene Levy and his son, Dan Levy. This year’s event promises plenty of laughs and memorable moments with appearances from entertainment icons like Billy Crystal, Viola Davis, and Ron Howard. Double nominee Selena Gomez will also take the stage as a presenter. Known for her role in Only Murders in the Building, Selena is up for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series and as an executive producer for Outstanding Comedy Series. With stiff competition from Abbott Elementary, the night is set to be thrilling. Don’t miss the Emmys airing live on ABC!

Tanya also covers the latest legal troubles for Tyrese Gibson. Fresh off the release of his movie 1992, Tyrese found himself in hot water for failing to pay court-ordered child support. After a tense appearance in Fulton County Court, Tyrese was held in contempt and taken into custody. With a chance to avoid jail time by paying $73,000, Tyrese took to Instagram to share his side of the story, questioning the motives behind his ex-wife Samantha Lee’s legal moves. Stay tuned to see how this unfolds. For all the latest updates and more, follow Tanya Hart on social media.

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The first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is set for Tuesday on ABC at 9:00 p.m. ET. Two days later, Harris and her running mate, Gov. Tim Walz, are launching the "New Way Forward" tour across key battleground states. Harris will visit North Carolina, followed by Pennsylvania, while Walz will travel through Michigan and Wisconsin.

The campaign aims to highlight the stark contrast between Harris and Walz's vision for the future and Trump's Project 2025 plan. Top surrogates include Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff and Minnesota First Lady Gwen Walz. They'll also hit the trail in other swing states like Nevada and Georgia.

The campaign will also roll out a new ad titled "New Way Forward."

"I'll lower the cost of insulin and prescription drugs for everyone, and I will work to pass the first-ever federal ban on price gouging on food," Harris proclaims in the new ad, which will air in eight battleground states and focus on middle-class issues.

With early voting starting soon, the Harris-Walz team plans a massive push to engage voters across the airwaves, online, and at in-person events.

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According to the Associated Press, Kendrick Lamar will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show next year. The NFL, Apple Music, and Roc Nation announced Sunday that Lamar will take the stage at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on February 9.

Lamar, who has won 17 Grammys and became the first non-classical artist to win a Pulitzer Prize for his album "DAMN," said he is excited to represent hip-hop on the NFL’s biggest night. He previously performed at the Super Bowl in 2022.

Roc Nation’s Jay-Z described Lamar as a “once-in-a-generation” artist. Lamar’s latest album, "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers," was released in 2022.

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(AURN News) — The U.S. labor market showed mixed signals in August, with a slight decrease in unemployment offset by slower job growth, according to the latest report from the Labor Department released Friday. The unemployment rate edged down to 4.2% from July's 4.3%, but job creation fell short of expectations. The economy added just 142,000 jobs last month, a figure that raises concerns about the pace of economic expansion.

The total number of unemployed Americans now stands at 7.1 million, a stark contrast to the same period last year when the unemployment rate was 3.8% with 6.3 million people out of work. Racial disparities in employment persist, with the Black unemployment rate remaining the highest at 6.1%. This compares to 3.8% for Whites, 4.1% for Asians, and 5.5% for Hispanics.

Construction and healthcare sectors continued to be bright spots in the job market. Construction added 34,000 jobs in August, significantly outpacing its 12-month average of 19,000 jobs per month. Healthcare contributed 31,000 new positions, although this represents only half of the sector's robust monthly average of 60,000 jobs over the past year. Manufacturing, however, took a hit, shedding 24,000 jobs in August.

On a positive note, wages continued their upward trajectory. Average hourly earnings rose by 14 cents to $35.21, representing a 3.8% increase over the past year.

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(AURN News) — In a major development that underscores growing economic concerns, U.S. job cuts surged dramatically in August, according to a new report released this week by outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas. The Challenger Report reveals that job cuts in August skyrocketed by an alarming 193% compared to July. The sharp increase in layoffs was felt mainly in Technology, Education, Entertainment/Leisure, Industrial Manufacturing, and Retail.

Andrew Challenger, Senior Vice President of Challenger, Gray & Christmas, provided context for the surge in job cuts. "August’s surge in job cuts reflects growing economic uncertainty and shifting market dynamics," Challenger said in a statement. 

"Companies are facing a variety of pressures, from rising operational costs to concerns about a potential economic slowdown, leading them to make tough decisions about workforce management,” he added.

The report also cites current economic market conditions as the primary driver behind these cuts, reflecting a growing unease among businesses about the economic outlook. Another interesting tidbit, the report also notes that artificial intelligence (AI) was cited as a reason for job cuts in the technology sector — the first time this has happened since April.

The report also says that hiring plans are at a record low, down 41% compared to last year and the lowest ever recorded by the firm since they began tracking in 2005.

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Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to square off in the first and only scheduled debate this Tuesday, Sept. 10, in Philadelphia. It will air at 9:00pm Eastern. It comes just two months before Election Day, making it a crucial moment in the 2024 race.

Harris is expected to focus on economic issues, emphasizing her proposals to lower costs for American families, while going after Trump's Project 2025 agenda, which she calls a direct threat to reproductive rights and the middle class. Trump, on the other hand, is expected to attack Harris's record as vice president, tying her to the Biden administration's policies on inflation, immigration, and crime.

Microphones will be muted when it's not the candidate's turn to speak. Each side will get two minutes to speak, followed by a two-minute rebuttal and a follow-up.

The high-stakes debate is the only opportunity for voters to see Harris and Trump face to face before Election Day.V

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According to the Associated Press, a federal judge in Atlanta ruled Tuesday that Donald Trump and his campaign must stop using the song “Hold On, I’m Coming” while the family of co-writer Isaac Hayes Jr. pursues a lawsuit.

The estate alleges copyright infringement, stating that Trump’s campaign used the song over 133 times since 2020 without permission. The lawsuit claims the unauthorized use caused the estate to incur significant economic damages.

U.S. District Judge Thomas Thrash issued a preliminary ruling, stopping future use of the song, but denied requests to remove existing videos featuring it.

Hayes’ son expressed gratitude for the decision, hoping it encourages other artists to protect their rights.

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