Archive for December 2025
AG Letitia James, Joined by 17 States, Opposes Capital One Settlement, Calling $2B Interest Shortfall ‘Unacceptable’
New York Attorney General Letitia James is pushing back against a proposed class action settlement that she says would allow Capital One to escape full accountability for an alleged scheme that cheated customers out of more than $2 billion in interest. Joined by a bipartisan coalition of 17 attorneys general, James filed an amicus brief…
Read More‘Empire Without End’ Exposes How Britain’s Caribbean Past Still Shapes Today’s Racial And Political Realities
Historian and professor Imaobong Umoren offers a sweeping and uncompromising look into Britain’s relationship with the Caribbean in her upcoming work, Empire Without End, arriving from Scribner on October 21. The book retraces five centuries of intertwined history, arguing that the Caribbean was not merely a colonial appendage but a central laboratory for Britain’s social…
Read MoreAfrobeat Star Vic Lucas Returns with ‘Call On Me,’ Blending Soul, Faith, and Resilience in a Powerful Comeback
Afrobeat singer-songwriter Vic Lucas is stepping back into the industry with renewed purpose, a fresh sound, and a story that’s as gripping as the rhythms he’s built his career upon. After several years out of the spotlight, the Nigerian-born, South Africa–raised artist has announced his upcoming single Call On Me, a heartfelt preview of his…
Read MoreGothenburg Lands Global Spotlight as the UN’s New Sustainable Lifestyle Hub, Cementing Its Status as a World Leader in Climate-Smart Living
Gothenburg, Sweden, is stepping into the international spotlight as the newly selected host city for the United Nations Sustainable Lifestyle Hub—an initiative aimed at accelerating real-world progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through innovation in tourism, events, culture, and everyday living. The announcement, made September 24 during the UN General Assembly in New York,…
Read MoreBlack Athletes Are Cashing In Earlier Than Ever — but Robinhood’s New Money Drills Program Says Financial Literacy Is the Real Game-Changer
As Name, Grade, and Team – Black student-athletes have long dominated NCAA Division I football and basketball rosters, yet many enter college with little to no formal financial education. Now, with Name, Grade, and Team—college sports is entering a new era where athletes are suddenly negotiating Name, Grade, and Team deals, managing taxes, and navigating…
Read MoreAngad Arts Hotel Launches ‘Ring for Bling,’ a VIP Fashion Concierge Experience with AK Brown
Angad Arts Hotel St. Louis, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is redefining luxury hospitality with the debut of “Ring for Bling,” an exclusive fashion concierge service designed in partnership with nationally recognized stylist AK Brown and styling collaborator Cara Patrice. The program combines personalized fashion services with immersive hotel experiences, giving guests a bold, stylish, and…
Read MoreMoovn Technologies Joins Mastercard Start Path to Expand Financial Inclusion with MoovnPay
Moovn Technologies has been selected as one of 11 global innovators to join the Mastercard Start Path Emerging Fintech Program, a recognition that underscores the company’s mission to advance financial inclusion in underserved markets. The announcement highlights MoovnPay, Moovn’s integrated fintech platform, as a key driver in enabling secure, instant, and borderless transactions across mobility,…
Read MoreMeg Donnelly to Make Broadway Debut as Satine in ‘Moulin Rouge! The Musical’
Singer, songwriter, dancer, and actress Meg Donnelly will make her Broadway debut as the sparkling diamond Satine in the Tony Award-winning Moulin Rouge! The Musical, producers announced today. Donnelly’s limited engagement runs from through March 1, 2026, at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Donnelly, best known for her breakout roles in Disney’s Zombies film franchise and…
Read MoreDelta Launches Daily Nonstop Service from New York to Porto, Portugal
Delta Air Lines is expanding its trans-Atlantic network with a new daily nonstop route from New York-JFK to Porto, Portugal, beginning May 21, 2026. This marks Delta’s first-ever nonstop service to the northern Portuguese city, offering travelers direct access to one of Europe’s most colorful and culturally rich destinations. The new route is part of…
Read MorePatricia Watts Launched the Seeds of Faith Empowering Women to Glow and Grow
By She Exist Patricia Watts is a living example of how one person’s vision, grit, and compassion can ripple across the globe. A proud Brooklyn native, Patricia’s story began with a commitment to serve, one that would span decades and leave a lasting legacy in both military and civilian spheres. For 22 years, Patricia served…
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