Oprah highlights Kamala Harris’ desegregation of school in powerful DNC endorsement speech
Dressed in royal purple, back in the city that launched her to superstardom, Oprah Winfrey delivered a Democratic National Convention speech that only the queen of television could give. During Wednesday night’s DNC keynote speeches, Winfrey officially endorsed Kamala Harris for president, calling on independents and undecided voters to get on board with the historic […]
Hakeem Jeffries scorches Trump at DNC: ‘Bro, we broke up with you for a reason’
U.S. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., the minority leader of the House of Representatives, tapped into his Brooklyn roots and love for hip-hop as he assailed Donald Trump at the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday night in Chicago. In making the case for Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for president, the seasoned New York congressman described […]
The Power of Collective Action in Promoting Children’s Education
In a world where education remains a cornerstone of progress and development, Pencils of Promise (PoP), a New York-based nonprofit organization, is removing children’s barriers to quality education. Many believe this is the foundational pathway to future opportunities and success. “Education means a lot of things. It is not just reading, writing and competencies of […]
I Went on a Sleep Retreat and Learned That Even in Paradise, You Can’t Force Sleep
I almost let out an audible sigh of relief the moment I set foot in Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, the all-inclusive resort I’d be staying at for the weekend. I was greeted with a cool towel, a refreshing hibiscus tea and a five-minute massage. The quick massage wasn’t just physical relief. It felt like the […]
Nurture Your Well-Being at Home: A Telehealth Roundup
Staying up to date on health care appointments is an important part of work-life balance. When you’re emotionally and physically in tune, your career productivity naturally improves. It’s a positive sign that 64% of employers intend to enhance their health and well-being offerings in 2024, according to Mercer. As companies up their investments, telehealth platforms […]
Premarital Money Talks: How to Talk About Finances Before Tying the Knot
More than half of married Americans and more than two-thirds of engaged Americans find it difficult to have a serious money discussion with their partner, according to a NerdWallet survey. Shatavia Thomas, a licensed marriage and family therapist, says that’s not altogether surprising. “[Money conversations] are still very much taboo. They say if you want […]
