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No one has fought more in Congress to keep alive Shirley Chisholm’s legacy than U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee. The 78-year-old California lawmaker counts the late Chisholm as a mentor and friend. Despite making history as the first Black woman elected to Congress in 1968 and the first Black American and
Your wedding day is one of the most memorable of your life, and choosing the right makeup artist can make all the difference in how you feel and look. This is especially important for Black brides or couples with melanin of all shades, so not only do you look your best
NEW YORK (AP) — More shoppers than ever are on track to use ‘buy now, pay later’ plans this holiday season, as the ability to spread out payments looks attractive at a time when Americans still feel the lingering effect of inflation and already have record-high credit card debt. The data firm
I recently leased my first electric vehicle (EV)—a Toyota bZ4X. I love the responsive acceleration and panoramic moonroof, and I definitely don’t miss having to stop at gas stations. But another great advantage to having an EV, aside from helping the planet, is the various financial incentives associated with it.
Key takeaways In Baldwin’s exploration of race and identity, he went beyond politics to examine racism’s psychological and spiritual effects on both the oppressor and the oppressed. He wrote about sexuality and love with an honesty uncommon for his time, especially in his portrayal of same-sex relationships. The author believed
In 2022, Time named Zendaya one of the 100 most influential people in the world, an honor that celebrated her evolution from Disney star to record-breaking Emmy winner to advocate for diversity and inclusion. Known for breaking boundaries in pop culture, this young Black icon continues to inspire her global
Nick Cannon is embracing a new mental health diagnosis. In an interview with People magazine, the 44-year-old entertainer, entrepreneur and father of 12, who already identified as neurodivergent, explained that he’d recently been diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder. “I still don’t understand it all the way, but I kind of
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Super Bowl pregame will have some Louisiana flavor: Multi-talented performer Jon Batiste will hit the stage to sing the national anthem, while Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle are slated to perform “America the Beautiful.” The performances will take place Feb. 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans before the NFL’s championship
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s almost that time of year: Spotify is gearing up to release its annual Wrapped, personalized recaps of users’ listening habits and year in audio. Spotify has been giving its listeners breakdowns of their data since 2016. And each year, it’s become a bigger production — and internet
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump loved to use tariffs on foreign goods during his first presidency. But their impact was barely noticeable in the overall economy, even if their aftershocks were clear in specific industries. The data show they never fully delivered on his promised factory jobs. Nor did they
No one has fought more in Congress to keep alive Shirley Chisholm’s legacy than U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee. The 78-year-old California lawmaker counts the late Chisholm as a mentor and friend. Despite making history as the first Black woman elected to Congress in 1968 and the first Black American and
Your wedding day is one of the most memorable of your life, and choosing the right makeup artist can make all the difference in how you feel and look. This is especially important for Black brides or couples with melanin of all shades, so not only do you look your best
NEW YORK (AP) — More shoppers than ever are on track to use ‘buy now, pay later’ plans this holiday season, as the ability to spread out payments looks attractive at a time when Americans still feel the lingering effect of inflation and already have record-high credit card debt. The data firm
I recently leased my first electric vehicle (EV)—a Toyota bZ4X. I love the responsive acceleration and panoramic moonroof, and I definitely don’t miss having to stop at gas stations. But another great advantage to having an EV, aside from helping the planet, is the various financial incentives associated with it.
Key takeaways In Baldwin’s exploration of race and identity, he went beyond politics to examine racism’s psychological and spiritual effects on both the oppressor and the oppressed. He wrote about sexuality and love with an honesty uncommon for his time, especially in his portrayal of same-sex relationships. The author believed
In 2022, Time named Zendaya one of the 100 most influential people in the world, an honor that celebrated her evolution from Disney star to record-breaking Emmy winner to advocate for diversity and inclusion. Known for breaking boundaries in pop culture, this young Black icon continues to inspire her global
Nick Cannon is embracing a new mental health diagnosis. In an interview with People magazine, the 44-year-old entertainer, entrepreneur and father of 12, who already identified as neurodivergent, explained that he’d recently been diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder. “I still don’t understand it all the way, but I kind of
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Super Bowl pregame will have some Louisiana flavor: Multi-talented performer Jon Batiste will hit the stage to sing the national anthem, while Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle are slated to perform “America the Beautiful.” The performances will take place Feb. 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans before the NFL’s championship
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s almost that time of year: Spotify is gearing up to release its annual Wrapped, personalized recaps of users’ listening habits and year in audio. Spotify has been giving its listeners breakdowns of their data since 2016. And each year, it’s become a bigger production — and internet
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump loved to use tariffs on foreign goods during his first presidency. But their impact was barely noticeable in the overall economy, even if their aftershocks were clear in specific industries. The data show they never fully delivered on his promised factory jobs. Nor did they
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