Written by The Fearless Fund says it will not retreat just one year after settling a high-profile lawsuit that accused the Atlanta-based venture capital firm of discriminatory grant practices. Instead, the firm is expanding its mission globally and launching a new initiative aimed at influencing policy as well as investment. On Sept. 28, Fearless Fund hosted its … Continue reading “The Fearless Fund Re-Emerges After Anti-DEI Settlement And Goes Global”
Tabitha Brown is speaking out about the “pivot” she made with her latest business venture after her haircare line suffered a “major hit” from the Target boycott. The actress, entrepreneur, and best-selling author took center stage at the inaugural Clover x Shark Tank Summit in Las Vegas, where her role as Clover’s Chief Empowerment Officer … Continue reading “Tabitha Brown Admits Her Haircare Line Took ‘A Major Hit’ Due To Target Boycott”
Popular Twitch streamer Kai Cenat broke records with his latest Mafiathon stream. The success led the streamer to give an update on his pledge to build a $5 million school in Nigeria. Cenat became the first creator to exceed 1 million active subscribers during his Mafiathon 3, subathon event. The milestone came 27 days into … Continue reading “Kai Cenat Breaks Streaming Record And Gives Update On Pledge To Build Nigerian School”
A Maryland woman is speaking out after surviving an alleged kidnapping in Tunisia, an incident she and her friend suspect may have involved their hotel. Friends Meka and Queen returned to Montgomery County on Sept. 23 after a week in Tunis, Tunisia. In a now-viral TikTok video, Meka said that on Sept. 20, after a … Continue reading “Maryland Woman Calls Out Tunisia Hotel After Alleged Drugging And Kidnapping”
A former corrections officer, who has spent the past 15 years urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to permit cellphone jamming in state prisons, is now hopeful as approval appears increasingly likely. After Robert Johnson, a former guard at South Carolina’s notoriously violent Lee Correctional Institution, was targeted in a hit orchestrated by inmates using … Continue reading “Ex-Corrections Officer Shot 6 Times Supports FCC Push For Prison Cellphone Jamming”
The toxic ingredients lurking in everyday skincare Skincare used to be considered self-care, but nowadays, it’s a $122 billion industry (projected to reach $194 billion by 2032). No wonder every celebrity, influencer, and their mom is launching a “miracle” serum or essence (what’s the difference, anyway?). Since skincare doesn’t need FDA approval, if you’ve got … Continue reading “Is Your Skincare Toxic? Ingredients To Watch Out For”
After the world champion boxer Terence Crawford was taken out of his vehicle at gunpoint by Omaha police officers after a local parade honoring the fighter, city officials have ordered an investigation into the incident. According to KTBX, Crawford, who was being celebrated for his impressive victory over Canelo Alvarez Sept. 13 to become the first undisputed male three-weight champion … Continue reading “Omaha Mayor Orders Investigation After Boxing Champion Terence Crawford Had Guns Drawn On Him During Traffic Stop”
A new program at a charter school in Washington, D.C., aims to pay high school seniors $50 per week in an effort to help them perform better in class, but is it the best approach? Fox 5 DC reports that 40 seniors at Digital Pioneers Academy, a high-performing, tuition-free public charter school, will participate in … Continue reading “Seniors At D.C. Charter School To Be Paid $50 To Perform Better In Class: Is That A Good Idea? “
Prostate cancer significantly impacts Black men. It ranks as the most common cancer among men in Africa, representing around 20.4% of new cases in 2022. In sub-Saharan Africa, both incidence and mortality rates are increasing, with many instances being diagnosed late; in turn, this is a barrier to treatment options and positive outcomes. In the United … Continue reading “Brother, Please Protect Your Prostate “
Delays and hefty tax bills threatens millions of student loan borrowers as changes to repayment and forgiveness under the Trump administration face delays. As Investopedia reports, the Department of Education temporarily paused loan forgiveness under all income-driven repayment (IDR) plans to comply with a court ruling from earlier this year. Borrowers who qualify for forgiveness … Continue reading “Some Student Loan Borrowers Could Face Hefty Tax Bill If Education Dept. Fails To Act”