Georgia Black Women Mobilize at Capitol, Press Lawmakers on Jobs, Voting Rights and Community Issues
More than 300 Black women leaders gathered at the Georgia State Capitol as the 2026 legislative session opened, delivering a strong message to lawmakers during a high-stakes election year: Black women are organized, engaged and determined to push their priorities forward. The day of advocacy was convened by the Georgia Black Women’s Roundtable, an initiative…
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A groundbreaking musical exploring a little-known chapter of American history is returning to New York this spring following a critically acclaimed run last year. Mexodus, written and performed by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson, will resume performances March 6 at the Daryl Roth Theatre for a limited 10-week engagement. The production, choreographed by Tony…
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Antigua and Barbuda Unveils 2026 Tourism Plans With New Festivals, Resorts and Adventure Experiences
The Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda is entering 2026 with a slate of new tourism experiences, major events and infrastructure improvements designed to enhance the visitor experience across the twin-island destination. The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority announced the updates as part of a broader strategy to blend the islands’ famous beaches with deeper…
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Protein-packed drinks are expanding far beyond smoothies and gym shakes, finding a surprising home on cocktail menus as bartenders experiment with ingredients that add texture, flavor and a subtle nutritional twist. At WarrenPeace, a New York bar known for blending downtown energy with Mediterranean and Albanian influences, that trend is being reimagined through cocktails that…
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Beauty brand Babe Original has launched a new shade of its cult-favorite mascara designed to deliver soft, everyday definition. The company announced the expansion of its popular 4Real Mascara with a new Brown shade, offering a lighter, more natural alternative to the original black version. Retailing for $15, the new mascara keeps the same skincare-forward…
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Former Gurkha soldier and world-record-breaking mountaineer Hari Budha Magar has achieved a historic milestone in adaptive mountaineering, becoming the first double above-knee amputee to summit the highest peaks on all seven continents. Magar completed the feat after successfully reaching the summit of Mount Vinson, Antarctica’s highest mountain, on Jan. 6. The climb marked the final…
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Antigua and Barbuda is setting the stage for an exciting 2026 with a host of new tourism experiences, events, and infrastructure upgrades designed to showcase the twin-island nation’s culture, adventure, and natural beauty. The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) announced the updates, highlighting both community-led initiatives and enhancements to resorts, marinas, and transport hubs.…
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From history to health, fiction to faith, this season’s new releases offer readers a rich mix of insight, imagination, and inspiration. Avery Sutton charts Christianity’s impact on American public life across five centuries, while Andre M. Perry provides a data-driven roadmap for closing the power gap in Black America. Art lovers can explore Kaylene Whiskey’s…
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Liberty Science Center in Jersey City celebrated winter sports with a special opportunity to meet some of the United States’ happiest—and furriest—athletes. From Jan. 17 to 19, visitors got up close with Alex Crossett, a two-time Dryland Musher with Odin Eye Canines, and her team of six professional sled dogs, affectionately known as “muttskies.” Crossett,…
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Theater fans have reason to celebrate this spring as When Playwrights Kill, a brand-new backstage comedy by Matthew Lombardo (Tea at Five), makes its world premiere at The Huntington Theatre. Running from April 3 through April 18, this strictly limited engagement features a powerhouse cast including Tony Award winners Beth Leavel (The Prom), Matt Doyle…
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