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Independent R&B singer/songwriter Kendallislate returns with a new EP titled “Beautiful Pain,” now streaming on all major platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, and Tidal. The eight-song project delves deeply into the complexities of intimate relationships, exploring themes such as love, passion, desire, and the pain of heartbreak with fan-favorites like the modern street ballad “Rolling…
Tammeca Rochester launched Harlem Cycle nearly a decade ago to provide fitness and address health needs in Harlem. She discusses how the studio fosters wellness, community, and empowerment. What inspired you to launch Harlem Cycle, and what community need were you trying to address? I started Harlem Cycle almost 10 years ago—we’re coming up on…
Leslie Short knows what it means to move through spaces where she stood alone—and to keep going anyway. In her memoir, Someone Has to Be The First, she reflects on a path shaped by persistence, hard choices, and moments that demanded she speak for herself when no one else would. In this conversation, Short shares…
One of the biggest factors when I usually review headphones and earbuds is the product’s ability to deliver loud bass. Hence, I am generally reluctant to buy, much less review, open-ear devices. I have been a long-time fan of Skullcandy products since the early 2000s. If there was one thing I could depend on, it’s…
Shaneka Boucher is raising concerns about risks facing children in online gaming spaces, drawing on her background in public service and education. She points to ongoing reports from parents who say they are losing visibility into their children’s digital activity, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic drove a surge in screen time. Families have described patterns…
In an industry where access often defines opportunity, Chris and McKenzy Bowers set out to change the equation. What began as a need for a production space evolved into Tivid TV Studios, a creator-driven environment built with intention and community at its core. From immersive set design to strategic storytelling, the husband-and-wife team has developed…
The NORTIV 8 DualStride Armadillo FieldLite Mid Waterproof PRO focuses on comfort and waterproof protection, and it performs well in both areas for everyday outdoor use. The padding is very noticeable right away. The sole is soft, but it still supports the foot well on uneven ground, which helps keep you from getting tired on…
Jereshia Hawk, a prolific entrepreneur and business coach known as the millionaire maker, built a seven-figure business based on helping founders move from early revenue to structured financial systems, focusing on pricing, positioning, and business strategy. With over 5.6 million businesses formed in 2025, many owners will be filing taxes for the first time. And…