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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…
I applied for an executive assistant position at a boutique company years ago. During the H.R. phone interview, I was told I had to take a personality test to see if I would be the “right fit” for the position and the company. Although I’ve never taken a personality test, I agreed to do so…
Launched by Northwestern Mutual in 2023, the Hometown HBCU Connection Scholarship Program has been implemented as a way of assisting high school students from diverse backgrounds to attend historically Black colleges and universities across the country. But that’s not all. The recipients are also provided opportunities to participate in the company’s renowned internship program and…
When a celebrity abuse scandal breaks, everyone has something to say, and they’re not afraid to post about it. But during all the hot takes and hashtags, we often forget there are human beings at the center of the story—the survivors. For Cassie Ventura, who spoke out against her abuser Sean “P. Diddy” Combs, the…