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Since the rise of social media, every idiot with a smartphone can share their stupidity with the masses via a wide range of platforms. While content creation can be very entertaining and even profitable, don’t get it fucked up. Many of these people are incapable of putting together a series of coherent thoughts, much less…
Reflecting on the Improvements and High Spirits at Essence Festival It’s been few weeks since Essence Festival, the annual celebration of Black culture and excellence, returned in full swing this year, delivering a better experience than the previous one. While the event had its initial hiccups during media credential pick-up, the overall atmosphere of kindness…
Figure 1 Aaron Rodgers leaving was not the hammer blow many fans feared Local Packers fans might well have been nervous before the start of last season. Aaron Rodgers had just left for the bright lights of New York (or, more accurately, New Jersey) and most pundits had Green Bay finishing dead last in the…
Introduction If you are a fan of the Olympics, we are sure you will have questions about the traditions behind what you see on the screen. The Olympic games date back to Ancient Greece when athletes were awarded olive leaf wreaths to commemorate victories. Moreover, the medals were not awarded until later in the Game’s history….
In a world where the candy industry has long been dominated by familiar faces and traditional flavors, T’Juanna Winters is a trailblazer. As the founder of Lizzie Lu Treats, she has carved out a unique space in the gourmet confectionery market, blending nostalgia with innovation and breaking cultural barriers along the way. Urban Magazine is…
Regulated marijuana sales could amount to over $112.4 billion this year, about 12% more than last year, according to analysis from the newly released MJBiz Factbook, making an impressive financial impact on the American economy since the last election. HERE ARE THE FACTS And while there are more black-owned cannabis brands in the US today…
Hype Hair Magazine, once an iconic staple in Black beauty salons, is making a triumphant comeback under the ownership of Lia Jones. As a Black woman entrepreneur and publisher, Jones is on a mission to revitalize the magazine, bringing a fresh and authentic voice to the forefront. At Essence Festival, I had the pleasure of…
Residencies in Las Vegas have emerged as a cornerstone for artists in the entertainment industry. These long-term arrangements enable performers to appear on stage at one location, usually for prolonged periods. The idea has changed greatly from when it first started. Now, such residencies draw major talent and produce significant income for both singers and…