Black Student Suspended Over Locs; School Says It’s the Dress Code, Not Racial Discrimination
A Black student at Barbers Hill High School in Mont Belvieu, Texas, has been suspended twice for wearing locs because school officials said he violated the district’s dress code. Darryl George, 17, has served an in-school suspension since August 31 because his hair falls below his eyebrows and earlobes, the Associated Press reports. The high […]
West Philly Rowing Champion Operates Only Black-Owned Rowing Club In America
West Philadelphia rowing champ Brannon Johnson runs BLJ Community Rowing, the only Black-owned and -operated rowing club in America. She also trains other Black rowers how to carve out their own spaces in the predominantly white sport. According to BLJ’s website, the club started with an initial mission to use rowing as a vehicle for […]
Singer Brandy To Drop A Christmas Album
Brandy Norwood is reportedly preparing a Christmas album to be released this year, and A&R executive Jaha Johnson gave fans a little sneak peek inside the studio session. According to a video posted to Johnson’s Instagram Story, Norwood has tracks lined up for an upcoming Christmas album. According to Vibe, Johnson wrote via his Instagram […]
Senate Prepares For New Looks After Majority Leader Eases Dress Code
Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) is now allowing legislators to come as they please to Senate chambers with a relaxed dress code, NBC News reports. Notices went out to the Senate sergeant-at-arms and certain staff members on September 15, stating the change would go into effect September 18. Prior to the new policy, the […]
The First Black Mayor Of Saginaw To Be Honored With A 1,050-Square-Foot Mural
The late Henry G. Marsh will be honored for his contributions as the first Black mayor of Saginaw, MI, with a 1,050-square-foot mural. Though he passed away in Saginaw in 2011, almost 50 years after he was first elected as mayor in 1967, Marsh’s legacy as a World War II veteran and civil rights advocate […]
6 Real-World Examples of Personality Type Compatibility Issues and How to Resolve Them
We learn early to treat others as we want to be treated, but sometimes it pays to do the opposite. Your spouse might crave positive reinforcement, for instance, though it does nothing for you. You might live and die by the completion of your to-do list, while your boss might prioritize open-ended discussion. Approaching your […]
What Are 5 Components of Emotional Intelligence & How Do They Shape Your Future?
Emotional intelligence (EQ) plays a pivotal role in shaping our futures. Mastering the components of emotional intelligence makes relationship-building easier, both personally and professionally, and is critical to developing effective leadership skills. It even plays a role in boosting your personal motivation. While your intelligence quotient (IQ) may help you navigate problems and find solutions, […]
CAPITAL ONE ENGINEER NORBERT POWELL PRIOITIZES FINDING JOY IN AND OUT OF WORK
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Olympian Allyson Felix Hits Ground Running With New Felix Runner Performance Shoe
Allyson Felix knows a thing or two about quality performance footwear. The Olympic track star and mom recently launched the Felix Runner shoe on Tuesday, Sept. 12, under her Saysh brand. It’s giving comfort and performance all in one, according to Shoppe Black. Felix’s shoe is unlike others, which are often structured based on men’s […]
