Watch: Exonerated Five concerned about safety amid Trump defamation case, attorney says
The outcome of this Nov. 5 presidential election will determine the speed at which a lawsuit filed against former President Donald Trump by the Exonerated Five, formerly known as the Central Park Five, will move forward in federal court. The lawsuit, filed on Oct. 21 against Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, alleges that on Sept. […]
Cynthia Erivo reflects on her reaction to fan-doctored ‘Wicked’ poster: ‘I probably should have called my friends’
It is often said that hindsight is 20/20 — and for Cynthia Erivo, this is proving to be true. During an interview with Entertainment Tonight at the 2024 CFDA Fashion Awards on Monday night, the award-winning actress reflected on her recent objection to the “Wicked” superfan-edited version of the highly anticipated film adaptation’s poster. “It […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accused in new lawsuits of sexually assaulting 10- and 17-year-old boys
NEW YORK (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs is accused in one of two lawsuits filed Monday of drugging and sexually assaulting a 10-year-old boy in a New York City hotel room in 2005. The second lawsuit accuses the jailed hip-hop mogul of similarly assaulting a 17-year-old would-be contestant on the reality television series “Making the Band” in […]
Naomi Osaka shares the ‘disheartening’ struggle of postpartum weight loss
Naomi Osaka is reminding people that postpartum looks and feels different for everyone. In July 2023, Osaka gave birth to her first child, Shai, whom she shares with rapper Cordae. Though she has since spoken out about the confidence motherhood unlocked within her, the tennis star recently shared some of the struggles that have come […]
Tyler, the Creator’s ‘Chromakopia’ looks into the artist’s journey to self-discovery
On his seventh studio album, “Chromakopia,” the multi-hyphenate Tyler, the Creator pulls back the curtain. Across 14 tracks, the rapper born Tyler Okonma interrogates the anxieties that come with age and fame, intertwining them with his own wisdom and some that arrive via carefully-placed voice messages. Tyler is a jack of all trades excelling across industries in […]
Ballot drop box fires rekindle concerns that election conspiracy theories are making them a target
ATLANTA (AP) — Two ballot drop boxes in the Pacific Northwest were damaged in a suspected arson attack just over a week before Election Day, destroying hundreds of ballots at one location in Vancouver, Washington. At the other, in neighboring Portland, Oregon, it appears a fire suppression system worked to contain the blaze and limited the number […]
Tina Knowles to tell her story in ‘Matriarch,’ a memoir scheduled for next year
NEW YORK (AP) — Tina Knowles will have a memoir out next spring with a title that will not surprise her many admirers. The fashion designer and mother of Beyoncé, Solange Knowles and “bonus daughter” Kelly Rowland has a deal with Random House Publishing Group for “Matriarch,” which the publisher is calling, in part, the story […]
Everything Business Owners Need to Know About the Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Rule
As a business owner, your to-do list might seem miles long. Add to that list a new government-mandated action item to prioritize by the end of the year. This new requirement—which could cost businesses up to $500 per day for a continuing violation—applies to many businesses in the U.S., but not everyone knows about it. […]
Apple Introduces New iMac Featuring M4 Chip and Apple Intelligence
Apple has unveiled its groundbreaking Apple Intelligence platform to the public, extending its reach across the iPhone, iPad and Mac, and debuting the software with a new sleek, ultra-thin iMac model—the first to feature integrated AI powered by the latest M4 chip. This refresh includes vibrant new color options and enhanced hardware, setting a new […]
From the Beauty Counter to the Front Office
Mario Badescu occupies a niche unlike almost any other in the skin care market. It’s a legacy brand, founded in the 1960s by the Romanian immigrant whose name it bears, and its lengthy list of celebrity clients includes Martha Stewart, Heidi Klum and Jennifer Aniston. But here, legacy is not a euphemism for luxury; they […]
