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Ananda Lewis, once hailed as MTV's reigning star VJ in the 1990s, mingled with iconic figures like Prince and Shaquille O’Neal. Her magnetic influence earned her the title of “the hip-hop generation’s reigning ‘It Girl’” from The New York Times. In r...
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The UK-based organization Women in Sport proudly advocates its motto, “Because women and girls belong.” Recognizing the critical issue of inclusivity for Black girls in athletics, the organization conducted extensive research culminating in last mont...
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Cardi B has aligned herself with a rising wave of musicians expressing anxiety over the stringent immigration policies enforced by the Trump administration. However, the Grammy-winning artist clarifies that her quietude is not rooted in indifference;...
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Tributes have been flooding in for Ananda Lewis, the iconic MTV VJ and celebrated host of BET’s Teen Summit, following her passing at the age of 52. Beloved BET personality and radio DJ Donnie Simpson expressed his sorrow, stating, “I just learned of...
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Authorities at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago emphasize the necessity of evaluating new fathers for psychological challenges, acknowledging the growing body of research that highlights the pivotal role fathers play in child...
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Dr. Anthony Abraham Jack, often referred to as Dr. Jack, candidly shares the transformative journey that has shaped his career. Currently serving as the inaugural Faculty Director of the Boston University Newbury Center, he also holds the position of...
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Target is experiencing a concerning decline in its reputation and customer visits, as recent statistics reveal the fallout from its reduced diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. According to TheStreet, the Minneapolis-based retail giant...