When the founder of Carol’s Daughter sold the company, she got rich but she was hurt by her fans’ reaction
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Lisa Price founded Carol’s Daughter in her kitchen, and for decades, a big part of what her fans loved was that her company was Black-owned. Then, one day in 2014, she sold the company […]
Brittney Griner is ‘head over heels’ for the Americans coming home in a prisoner swap
VILLENEUVE-D’ASCQ, France (AP) — Brittney Griner knows only too well the swirling emotions of being involved in a prisoner swap, and she said Thursday night she is “head over heels” that fellow Americans are coming home from Russia. “Great day. It’s a great day. It’s a great day,” Griner said after the U.S. women beat […]
Harris raised a massive $310 million in July, as she looks to reset November’s race against Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris‘ campaign announced Friday that it raised $310 million last month, an eyepopping sum showing that donors who once seemed spooked about the prospects for November’s election with President Joe Biden are now offering mountains of cash to boost his former No. 2. The haul by Harris, the Democratic […]
Sha’Carri breezes through opening round at first-ever Olympics race, wins 100 heat in 10.94 seconds
SAINT-DENIS, France (AP) — Sha’Carri Richardson blazed through a no-fuss opening round in the 100 meters Friday, winning her first-ever race at the Olympics in 10.94 seconds to easily qualify for the semifinals. Wearing neon green shoes, which contrasted well against the bright purple track, the American captured the first of eight first-round races on […]
How to Manage Financial Anxiety, According to a Financial Therapist
Americans have money on their minds—and not in a good way. The 2024 Financial Angst Report by NerdWallet found that 28% of respondents experience financial anxiety and 84% experience financial stress. Unfortunately, anxiety can have long-term effects: The Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center found that people experiencing financial anxiety are also less likely to be […]
Afraid To Ask for a Raise? So Are Your Coworkers. Here’s Why
You want more money. In fact, you believe you deserve it for a job well done. So, why not ask for it? Plenty of reasons… A recent survey of 1,000 American employees determined the top three reasons Americans are afraid to ask for a raise, finding that 80% feel they are entitled to one but […]
