From: 5min.com on AOL on Tue, Jul 05 2011 12:44 PM

The Spark with Amanda Diva talks with Ben Vereen about about his singing and acting career and why he is so multifaceted. They also talk about how the black community feel they have a lack of possibility when they should feel the possibility is limitless.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Tue, Jul 05 2011 12:44 PM

The Spark with Amanda Diva talks with Kevin Powell and Rosa Clemente about Brooklyn needing new leadership, and the issues facing black communities.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Mon, Jul 04 2011 12:44 PM

Amanda Diva talks about a sad moment in black history, Dave Chappelle leaving Comedy Central on The Spark. Amanda also speaks to Mums da Schemer about how rappers emulate organized crime in their songs.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Thu, Jun 30 2011 7:09 AM

Dr. Boyce Watkins talks to Dr. James Wadley, S. Tia Brown, China Okasi and George James JR. about problematic relationships.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Fri, Apr 15 2011 6:27 PM

Disney’s sixth international resort broke ground Friday morning, a move many in the media say will help the struggling Chinese economy.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Wed, Mar 23 2011 12:26 PM

RadarOnline.com’s David Perel talks about hot celeb stories from Charlie Sheen going to rehab to Mel Gibson's apology.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Fri, Jan 07 2011 10:41 AM

Scilla Ellworthy defines the ‘cycle of violence’ in society, both international violence and at the grassroots level. The cycle of violence begins with an atrocity, which results in shock and anger which can cause acts of revenge. To break the cycle requires conflict resolution such as with Sout...

From: 5min.com on AOL on Sun, Nov 14 2010 8:48 AM

In Chapter 8 of 16, micro-philanthropist and humanitarian Adam Carter gets humbled time after time meeting local heroes, individuals who recognize a need in a community and act upon it. Rarely recognized or publicized, these individuals do little things to make a difference. Carter, in his work ...

From: 5min.com on AOL on Sun, Nov 14 2010 8:48 AM

In Chapter 2 of 16, micro-philanthropist Adam Carter provides his definition of what it means to be a humanitarian. Carter urges individuals to look beyond defining the word based on humanitarian organizations and think more about the word root, specifically the common humanity amongst society m...

From: 5min.com on AOL on Mon, Oct 18 2010 1:12 PM

Along the logging routes of Cameroon the HIV infections have increased, due to prostitution at these places.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Thu, Oct 07 2010 12:57 PM

After each attack Roma leaders visit the families. Aladar Horvath, President of the Roma Civil Rights Foundation, suggests a particularly sinister explanation for the attacks and murders.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Thu, Oct 07 2010 12:57 PM

Sam Trammell, True Blood, talks with maxflowertv.com about his inspiration to work with The Surfrider Foundation. Oceans need protection, and Surfrider is committed to preserving the ecological integrity of beaches and oceans.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Sun, Sep 26 2010 12:52 PM

In this episode of Earth Report, we follow Geraldo who works for the Ford factory in Brazil. He struggles with the uncertainty of the company, which also affects his future. He talks to people in France and America about working in a car factory.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Sun, Sep 26 2010 12:52 PM

The country people of Bolivia have problems with communication, because they don’t have enough knowledge on the market to sell their produce.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Mon, Aug 16 2010 1:17 PM

Michael LaHoud, Chivas USA, talks about his involvement in Compton United, an inner city soccer program that teaches children to be positive leaders. Michael knows his community work has a huge impact on young people.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Wed, Jul 07 2010 8:14 AM

Courtney Conlogue, USA Surf Team, talks with maxflowertv.com about her secrets to success. When she is competing, she stays relaxed, but she also gives 120 percent of her energy. She treats every competition as a learning experience.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Tue, Jul 06 2010 8:27 AM

In Chapter 8 of 20, hyperlocal entrepreneur Dan Street shares how 2-way communication, including mobile phones and social media, have redefined how we interact.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Tue, Jul 06 2010 8:27 AM

In Chapter 7 of 20, entrepreneur Dan Street shares what elements shape community culture. On one hand, Street believes people organize around physical events.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Tue, Jul 06 2010 8:27 AM

In Chapter 2 of 20, hyperlocal entrepreneur Dan Street details multiple macro factors driving community isolation.

From: 5min.com on AOL on Tue, Jul 06 2010 8:27 AM

In Chapter 3 of 20, Dan Street talks about his research on community actual needs versus perceived needs and how it has informed his startup BorrowedSugar.