'Entertainment Tonight's' resident black man Kevin Frazier and his HipHollywood.com crew went out and got the inside scoop on Rihanna's latest professional endeavors from producer Adonis, who talked up the chart-topping Cover Girl Cosmetics spokeswoman and Def Jam Records singer's newest recording progress, and commented about the current state of affairs surrounding her and the alleged domestic violence drama caused by her boyfriend Chris Brown. (See video below.)
Last week, he was charged with two felonies, including assault and making criminal threats, for the alleged altercation which took place Feb. 8.
The College Survival Guide
A Fridge
Regardless of whether you have a wonderful sized meal plan, your fridge may come in handy with leftovers or when you feel like stocking it with bottled drinks.
Computer
The convenience of a computer is essential when sending your kids off to college. Forget the hike to the computer lab across campus students need a computer in the comfort of their room. A printer comes in handy as well. Depending on whether your child plans to carry his laptop around campus, you might opt for a desk top since they're lighter on the pockets.
Snacks
You will surely survive with off of a meal plan but it doesn't hurt to stock up on snacks when you don't feel like leaving your dorm room. Bottled water, pop corn, cereal and Ramen noodles are all low budget snacks to stock up on. Just be weary of the freshman 15.
Things from home
Some college students suffer from homesickness the first year. It's best to surround yourself with things like photos of the family, pillows or even stuffed animals. Anything that reminds your child of home.
MP3 Player
With all the stress that comes from school and exams, sometimes it's nice to block out the chaos in your life and even your roommate with music. It's nearly impossible to find students walking to class who aren't jamming to tunes.
Budget
Students who enter college often come in at the ripening age of 18. A great time for credit cards. Parents beware, your child may end up ruining their credit at a young age
Alarm Clock
When you're in college you don't have the luxury of getting awaken by your parents. It's now your responsibility to get to class on time so alarm clocks are a must. But keep your roommate in mind. You shouldn't wake him up ever morning with a blow horn alarm.
Cleaning supplies
Now you don't necessarily need to bring in the rubber gloves, mop and gas mask but it doesn't hurt to bring along Clorox all purpose wipes for spills or dust. Vacuums and brooms come in handy too depending if you have a carpeted dorm.
Bedding
What most parents aren't aware of is that most college beds are twin sized but extra long and require special sheets. When shopping keep your eye open for sheets that clearly state 'extra long' or else your child may come up short.
Shower shoes
You really don't know what some people do in the shower these days. College showers are known to be creeping with germs so spare yourself the fungus and purchase flip flops for the shower. You'll thank us later!
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By: Miriam Vigo on 3/09/2009 10:54PM
I am baffled, because Chris Brown wont enter a guilty plea because Rihanna was the one who hit him first. Wow!!! What an asshole. Did Chris Brown take a look at Rihanna face B4 making that asinine comment. I am a huge fan of both of them, but a crime has been commited and Chris Brown should pay. He will do it again.
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By: Denise on 3/11/2009 12:13AM
The picture they keep showing was said not to be a true picture. Its from TMZ and we all know what they can do with pictures.Someone needs to have a talk with both of them. The whole story has a lot of holes in it. I am aware that she got hurt. But something is missing. just picture Chris driving and for no reason pushes her head into the window, chocks her and still driving, punches her in the face,bite her fingers. with all that she calls her assistance and says have the police at the house when I get there. Why not call the police and tell them you are stuck in the car and cant get out. She has Army Military training. A lot of questions and answers are missing. There is more to the story. I just hope someone will talk to both of them.
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By: Minniemouse on 3/10/2009 12:27PM
This whole situation is very sad and confusing. There seems to be more than meets the eye on this one. Rihanna does not appear to be a dumb girl so i think that she is hiding something and for this reason she choosing to be back with him. I think they both need to grow up. When you are in the spotlight, you have to set a positive example.
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By: shopgurl on 3/10/2009 2:07PM
This is so unfortunate and simultaneously educating. These are real issues that happen to women and men everyday. I just hope both parties get counseling and realize the severity of emotional and physical abuse.
And you're always D-Fabulous in our hearts, Rihanna, on dereklovesshopping.com.
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By: "DimePiece" on 3/10/2009 11:29PM
No I am not going to buy her next CD. What can she sing about? She is off track right now and confused? This is a bad idea bad timing to just be coming out with a CD. I heard that Chris Brown was going to do a duet with her on that CD. What is WRONG? I'm sure people aren't going to buy. People and fans are DISAPPOINTED and ANGRY of this whole thing!
Both need to LAY LOW from the media. Both need to get the help that they need, stay away from each other, and get HEALING. I also heard, Chris Brown bought Rhianna a 50k ring. Something is up and I'm sure we will hear more "Breakin News". Maybe, Rhianna is prenant? This is a bad strategy move. They both need JESUS! Oh, it seems that Chris Brown's Manager Tina Davis isn't saying a word. She is the cause of this whole thing. A 40 year-old women texting him for a sexual encounter. She's involved with Chris ever since he was 16 Yrs. old. They both deny being involved? Now that Chris is of age now, she can't go to jail? NOR RIGHT! That grown AZZ women should be a shamed of herself if it is true? What kind of manager is she sleeping with under age boys? This whole thing is just BLOWING UP!
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By: Miriam Vigo on 3/11/2009 1:02AM
I understand that alot need to be said, in Rihanna part. But a man that hits a women is a COWARD!!! I lived with an abuse person and I don't wish it on anyone. When you grow up with the abuse at home it grows on you. Thanx God I turn out alright, but I can't say the same for my siblings......
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By: Lauren on 3/11/2009 9:32AM
REMOVE CHRIS BROWN and RIHANNA FROM NICKELODEON KIDS CHOICE AWARDS- sign petition now! http://www.petitiononline.com/cbrh1968/petition.html
He beat this woman until she was hospitalized for goodness sake! When does ending violence against women start to take precidence over profits??? Viacom and MTV networks should be ashamed!
What kind of role model are we presenting to our girls AND boys if they are held up as winners? I'm disgusted-- please sign this petition and take a stand. Teach our children that domestic violence is unacceptable. Period!
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By: Susan on 3/11/2009 10:02AM
I am a Survivor of childhood abuse and I am also a survivor of domestic violence. I thank God I am in my 13th year of healing from my abusive background. For the past 13 years I have dedicated my time to promoting abuse awareness and prevention. I am Founder of "Climbing Out Of The Spiral". My web based organization provides counseling, support and referal services to victims of abuse and to people in need.
I feel a combination of emotions regarding Rihanna and her decision to go back to Chris Brown. I think it's not a good idea at all because he needs to admit that he is an ABUSER and he has to acknowledge that he needs/wants help to manage and control his anger and rage.
While he gets help for himself Rihanna needs support counseling and she needs to stay far away from him. 9 out of 10 times this may not be the first time Chris Brown has abused her, it's the first time we are hearing about it, the first time he left visibe scars on her body, the first time he attacked her in public.
Because she's in the spot light and making this bad choice to return to Chris Brown she's setting a bad example and making it look like it's ok to go back to someone who beats and abuses you. Alot of teenagers and young adults look up to Rhianna my fear is "What message is she sending to these children and young adults?"
Unfortunatelly when you are a big star your personal life becomes public knowledge and whether these stars realize it or not kids and young adults idolize them and want to be like them.
I truly hope parents of both girls and boys are talking to their children about domestic violence and letting them know what Chris brown did is wrong and Rihanna's decision to return to that abusive relationship is not at all a healthy decision.
Chris Brown committed a crime and I think regardless of his notoriety he needs to serve time in jail BUT at the same time he also needs professional counseling to help him deal with his issues and help him to manage his anger in a more positive way.
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By: damgood4 on 3/13/2009 1:43PM
They need to watch "what's Love Got To Do With It" all over again; this is Ike & Tina again: They both need to wake up and get some help before it's to late.
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By: WILLIAM SMITH on 3/11/2009 2:18PM
There sure is more to Chris Browm. The boy has serious anger issues or maybe women issues.In 2007 the fraud was asked to leave a Florida hotel because of complaints from others who heard him beating up his mother and throwing dishes at her. He trashed the place. Incident can be found on internet.
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