Today: July 27, 2024
Oprah Winfrey is stepping down from the board of WW International, popularly known as WeightWatchers, after almost a decade of service. This decision is closely linked to her use of weight loss medication, a revelation that has impacted the company’s standing. Winfrey,…
The city of Boston, Massachusetts, has officially declared March 2nd as “Burna Boy’s Day,” honoring the renowned Nigerian singer for his outstanding performances and impactful advocacy work. Signed by Councillor Ruthzee Louijeune of the Boston City Council, the document lauds Burna Boy’s…
Harvard Business School made history by featuring the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) in a groundbreaking case study, marking the first of its kind on any philanthropic organization in Africa. The study will explore TEF’s unique strategies and transformative initiatives, showcasing how their…
Inflation is causing significant changes in how Americans, especially black consumers, shop. The impact of these shifts in consumer behavior is becoming a crucial factor in curbing inflation. High inflation rates for everyday necessities like shelter and food have risen sharply. Shelter…
Tyler Perry’s latest film, “Mea Culpa,” released on February 23, 2024, has stirred conversations among viewers, although it has faced severe criticism. The legal thriller, written, directed, and produced by Perry, revolves around a criminal defense attorney (Kelly Rowland) representing an artist…
Ghana’s parliament is facing severe criticism from human rights activists and organizations over the approval of a highly controversial anti-LGBTQ bill, known as the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. The legislation considered one of the toughest anti-LGBTQ laws in Africa, has…
Universal Music Group (UMG) has purchased a majority stake in Mavin Global, a Nigerian record company founded by the business mogul Don Jazzy. The deal is set to be finalized in the third quarter, pending regulatory approval. Mavin Global is home to…
A Texas judge ruled that the punishment given to an 18-year-old Black student, Darryl George, by his school district for his hairstyle did not violate the new state law against race-based hair discrimination. George has been out of his regular high school…
Former President Jimmy Carter, aged 99, has achieved another remarkable distinction as the first living U.S. president honored with an official White House Christmas ornament. The White House Historical Association revealed the 2024 ornament in tribute to Carter, marking the first time…
King Charles III is overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the public following his cancer diagnosis. The monarch stated that he has been reduced to tears by the messages he has received from people since his diagnosis. On January 17, 2024, Buckingham…
