By RACHEL TREISMAN, NPR
Singer Beyoncé and her rapper husband Jay-Z are once again turning heads. And this time, they’re making history too. Continue reading Beyoncé Just Became The First Black Woman To Wear The Iconic Tiffany Diamond
Building a Better Tomorrow — Letter From the Editor
‘Normalcy’ is the buzzword of the hour as families and businesses across the country begin the shift into a post-pandemic world. This summer, more than any other, feels like it’s full of the current zeitgeist of ‘transition.’ Continue reading Building a Better Tomorrow — Letter From the Editor
Will Smith Pays for July 4 Fireworks in New Orleans After Learning City Didn’t Plan a Show (Report)
By Ale Russian, People Magazine
Will Smith made sure the city of New Orleans could celebrate Independence Day in style. The actor reportedly paid $100,000 for the Louisiana city to have a fireworks display over the Mississippi River on Sunday, the Associated Press reports. Continue reading Will Smith Pays for July 4 Fireworks in New Orleans After Learning City Didn’t Plan a Show (Report)
Damian Lillard Encourages Others to ‘Be Good Allies’ in NBA’s AAPI Month PSA: ‘Stand Up, Speak Out’
By Lindsay Kimble, People
Damian Lillard is helping the NBA advocate for change in America. In a new PSA launched in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month this May, Lillard — who plays for the Portland Trail Blazers — decries the recent rise in violence against the AAPI community. Continue reading Damian Lillard Encourages Others to ‘Be Good Allies’ in NBA’s AAPI Month PSA: ‘Stand Up, Speak Out’
The number of Black women mayors leading major cities to reach historic high. Here is why they are winning
By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN
A new wave of Black women are breaking barriers as they ascend to mayoral seats in cities with deeply rooted histories of racism and inequality. Continue reading The number of Black women mayors leading major cities to reach historic high. Here is why they are winning
Meet the Founder of a Thriving Black-Owned, Vegan-Friendly Beauty Brand
By Black News
Meet Nynoka Grant, founder and CEO of Akoyn Beauty, an Atlanta-based Black-owned company that manufactures vegan-friendly personal care specialty products that are especially for women. Their premium soaps, skin creams, and body butter are handmade from the finest all-natural ingredients. Now, more than ever, taking care of yourself and remaining stress-free is a priority. Continue reading Meet the Founder of a Thriving Black-Owned, Vegan-Friendly Beauty Brand
Target says it will spend more than $2 billion with Black-owned businesses by 2025
By Melissa Repko, CNBC
Target said it will hire more Black-owned companies, launch a program to identify and support promising minority entrepreneurs and add products from more than 500 Black-owned brands to its shelves or website. Continue reading Target says it will spend more than $2 billion with Black-owned businesses by 2025
Just 3% of L.A. landmarks are linked to Black history. One project aims to change that
MAKEDA EASTER, Los Angeles Times
Getty and the city of Los Angeles are expected to announce Tuesday the launch of the African American Historic Places Project, a three-year initiative to identify and preserve landmarks that represent Black heritage across L.A. Continue reading Just 3% of L.A. landmarks are linked to Black history. One project aims to change that
Venus Williams Pens Powerful Essay on Gender Equality, Announces Campaign to Advocate for Equal Pay
By Katie Campione, People
Venus Williams is once again lending her voice to the movement for gender equality.
The five-time Wimbledon champion penned a moving essay for British Vogue on Monday about using her platform to advocate for equal pay. Continue reading Venus Williams Pens Powerful Essay on Gender Equality, Announces Campaign to Advocate for Equal Pay
Power: LaKeisha star LaLa Anthony reunites with 50 Cent for huge new Starz project
By LISA WEHRSTEDT, Express UK
After her amazing performance as LaKeisha on the Starz show Power, LaLa Anthony has now landed a major new role alongside Power producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, on an upcoming drama. Continue reading Power: LaKeisha star LaLa Anthony reunites with 50 Cent for huge new Starz project
Viola Davis on the Prospect of Becoming the Most Nominated Black Actress in Oscars History
By Angelique Jackson, Variety
With her critically acclaimed performance in “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” Viola Davis is primed to become the most nominated Black actress in Oscars history. Continue reading Viola Davis on the Prospect of Becoming the Most Nominated Black Actress in Oscars History
Grammys: Read Trevor Noah’s Opening Monologue
By Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter
The host kept his jokes to a minimum while introducing a very different version of music’s biggest night amid the pandemic era of awards shows. Continue reading Grammys: Read Trevor Noah’s Opening Monologue
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