Written by A massive corporate upheaval is underway at the Campbell Soup Company after a federal lawsuit revealed an explosive audio recording in which a vice resident allegedly delivered a racist, classist, and profane tirade about coworkers and the quality—or lack thereof—regarding the company’s food products. The lawsuit, filed by former security analyst Robert Garza last week … Continue reading “Campbell’s VP Slammed In Lawsuit After Alleged Racist, Classist Rant About Coworkers And Products”
Several workers who were contracted to work for FedEx have been arrested after allegations that they were involved in a theft ring in Georgia. According to Fox Carolina, 35-year-old Quandrickus Dominique Major, 35-year-old Daniel Glasco, and 37-year-old Quentin Jackson, who worked for FedEx Ground as drivers, along with 43-year-old Manathan Colbert and 33-year-old Quincy Jones, … Continue reading “Contracted FedEx Employees Arrested in Massive Cargo Theft Ring In Georgia”
YWCA USA and the Ulta Beauty Charitable Foundation have teamed up to champion young girls’ ambitions with their “Pretty Empowered” initiative. First launched by YWCA Chicago in 2022, the global nonprofit for women and young girls continues to work with Ulta Beauty’s philanthropic arm on the campaign. Across the U.S., YWCA chapters launched their “Pretty … Continue reading “YWCA Partners With Ulta Beauty To Inspire And Educate Young Girls With ‘Pretty Empowered’”
During the holiday season, limited edition bottles and special releases showcase a new lineup of spirits. The creators behind celebrity-backed launches and first-of-their-kind distilleries create more than liquor; they establish a legacy while expanding representation and developing culturally intentional flavors. Consumers who seek conscious spending and purposeful celebrations now have additional reasons to toast with … Continue reading “Wet Your Whistle With These Black-Owned Whiskey Brands”
Kohl’s Corporation named Michael J. Bender as its permanent chief executive officer. In a Nov. 24 press release, the company announced the unanimous decision of the board. Bender’s appointment is effective immediately, transitioning the interim CEO to the permanent role. “Over the past several months, as interim CEO, Michael has proven to be an exceptional … Continue reading “Kohl’s Corporation Appoints Michael J. Bender As Permanent CEO”
A Morehouse student has been arrested after a video of him strangling a Clark Atlanta student while getting off another school’s shuttle bus went viral. The incident went viral as the female victim detailed the assault on TikTok. The issue allegedly began as the man and his girlfriend sat beside her on a Georgia State … Continue reading “Strangling Video Shakes AUC: Morehouse Student Arrested For Assault On Clark Atlanta Peer”
Rapper Juelz Santana says that reading is not an essential skill for youth; financial literacy and math are the only educational requirements. Santana, whose legal name is LaRon Louis James, made the remarks during a segment on the No Funny Business Podcast. When asked about which foundation skill was most important, “reading or math,” the rapper chose math. … Continue reading “‘Oh Boy!’ Juelz Santana Believes Financial Literacy Takes Precedence Over Reading”
Before MacKenzie Scott met Jeff Bezos and became part of one of the world’s wealthiest couples, she was a young writer at Princeton studying under the guidance of literary legend Toni Morrison, a mentor who played a role in shaping the early part of her career. The novelist and philanthropist, now recognized as the world’s … Continue reading “MacKenzie Scott’s HBCU Donations Revive Focus On Her Ties To Toni Morrison”
In the midst of recording artist Akon’s divorce proceedings, the singer has asked the court to ignore a request from his soon-to-be-ex-wife, Tomeka Thaim, for spousal support. According to TMZ, the “Locked Up” singer wants the court to deny Thaim’s request in her divorce petition which she filed in September. In her filing, she also stated that … Continue reading “Akon Counters Wife’s Divorce Request, Asking She Be Denied Spousal Support”
A man posing as a delivery worker entered a San Francisco home on Nov. 22 and stole an estimated $11 million in cryptocurrency after assaulting the homeowner. Police said the suspect approached the residence on Dorland Street shortly before 7 a.m. while holding a white package and identifying himself only as “Joshua.” Surveillance footage shared with … Continue reading “Crypto-Kidnapper Steals $11M From San Francisco Resident In Wild Heist”