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HUE Affair 2025, led by Sabrina Boissière and Ylorie Taylor, concluded its two-day exposition at the Metropolitan Pavilion on Aug. 2–3, welcoming a vibrant mix of entrepreneurs, consumers, and culture shapers for an immersive experience rooted in beauty, commerce, and community. Presented by CVS Pharmacy and powered by MYAVANA technology, this event offered attendees an…
Tiara Thomas, a Grammy and Oscar-winning singer-songwriter, has released a new single titled “Kiss Me,” marking her latest solo effort. The track emerged from a late-night studio session with producer Dilemma, who helped shape its rhythmic foundation. Thomas described the recording process as spontaneous. “It was so simple, yet soulful, with a really interesting groove,”…
Ella’s Flats Sweet Minis stand out as a clean, nutrient-dense snack made simply with seeds and dates. With 5 grams each of protein and fiber per serving, they’re built for those who want more from a snack than just empty calories. There are no added sugars, fillers, or artificial ingredients—just natural crunch and subtle sweetness….
R&B sister duo The Amours—Jakiya and Shaina—have released their latest single, “Clarity,” a candid track focused on self-worth, emotional honesty, and setting personal boundaries. Produced by longtime collaborator Camper, the song sets the tone for their upcoming project, Girls Will Be Girls, out August 15. “‘Clarity’ is for the true yearners,” the sisters said. “All…
Urban electro-pop trio SIMIEN has released their debut single, “Utterly in Love,” through Akon’s newly relaunched Konvict Kulture label. The sibling group—Taédym, Jaiden, and Kamrein—draws from their Creole Louisiana and Native American heritage, blending gospel roots with a modern, self-produced sound. Inspired by a real-life incident where a boy flirted with two sisters at once,…
On Saturday, Aug. 2, and Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025, the Metropolitan Pavilion at 110 West 19th Street, New York, NY 10011, will host HUE Affair, the premier beauty and lifestyle exposition serving the northeastern corridor. The two‑day event runs from 1 PM to 6 PM EDT each day. HUE, which stands for Hair Unites Everyone, was founded to amplify the…
Entrepreneur Dreka Gates has filed for divorce from rapper Kevin Gates, ending their 10-year marriage amid new attention sparked by influencer Brittany Renner’s recent claim that she was briefly married to the artist earlier this year. Court documents filed on July 30, 2025, show Dreka, whose full name is Shadreka Centeno Haynes, cited “irreconcilable differences.”…
Actor and singer Antonique Smith has been announced as the official Ambassador for Sun Day, a new global celebration of clean energy and climate action launching Sept. 21, 2025. Smith, known for her starring role as Mimi in Rent on Broadway, will lead the public campaign for Sun Day, which combines cultural events, local actions,…