A massive 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck Chile early Saturday, collapsing buildings, killing at least 16 people and downing phone lines. President Michele Bachelet declared a “state of catastrophe” in central Chile and said the death toll was rising. The only positive aspect of the quake... FULL ARTICLE

The following is a WriteGirl Teen Writing Sample from February 20, 2010 Creative Workshop They Speak Too By Alejandra Castillo She walks fast and heavy when rushed or angry. I remember when she stepped on dog poop on the way to school- man how I suffered! She was in a hurry, as usual, and listening to... FULL ARTICLE

WriteGirl is a “nonprofit organization for high school girls centered on the craft of creative writing and empowerment through self-expression. Through one-on-one mentoring and monthly workshops, girls are given techniques, insights and hot tips for great writing in all genres from professional women... FULL ARTICLE

The world premiere of ‘We Are The World 25 For Haiti’  aired during the Opening Ceremony of the Vancouver Winter Olympics this Friday, February 12. The recording of ‘We Are The World 25 For Haiti’ embodies the same enthusiasm, sense of purpose and generosity as the original recording 25 years... FULL ARTICLE

Bob Marley, the quintessential music icon, will benefit earthquake relief in Haiti from beyond the grave. The event will be held tonight Saturday February 6, 2010 from 7pm to 10pm. The event is called Jammin and Wallin, which is a celebration of Bob Marley’s 65th birthday. Mr. Musichead is a gallery... FULL ARTICLE

On February 16, 2010 Environmentally Sound Music will be putting on an impressive performance in honor of Black History Month. The event will take place at the Complete Actors Place at 13752 Ventura Boulevard, Sherman Oaks, CA. The cost to the event is $20.00. Environmentally Sound Music brings together... FULL ARTICLE

If you haven’t seen The Soloist, which chronicles the friendship between Nathaniel Ayers and Steve Lopez, then you are missing out on not only a budding, lovely and mutual friendship between two individuals but a wonderful portrayal of Los Angeles knitted together by gorgeous classical music. Nathaniel... FULL ARTICLE

Connected receives a lot of video from around the world.  We dig through it all and try to highlight the best, the funniest, the most unique, the most intriguing and sometimes the strangest.  This one has many of those elements.  But it also has a lot of heart and emotion, which, frankly, wasn’t... FULL ARTICLE

In the past weeks and days since Haiti’s fatal earthquake, there have been countless opportunities to donate, help and support.  However, one little boy Charlie Simpson took it upon himself.  And we’re all amazed by the responses.  Not just his family or friends.  Not just his neighborhood... FULL ARTICLE

I admit it.  I have a healthy crush on Chelsea Clinton.  I like the confident, intelligent type.  I think we were introduced (via television) when I was in something like sixth grade, during President Clinton’s first presidential campaign.  And yes, I’m now a little hurt that she won’t... FULL ARTICLE