An Argentine-born burger brand has claimed global bragging rights after taking the top prize at the first-ever international burger competition in Dubai. La Birra Bar was named Overall Winner at the inaugural Dubai Burger Championship, held January 8–11, 2026, beating nearly 20 competitors from around the world. The event drew close to 20,000 attendees and…
Read MoreBy Ann Cooper When the words to the iconic song “The Greatest Love of All” were written, the writers musthave had Harlem School of the Arts (HSA) in mind. It is there, at this sixty-four-year-oldinstitution, that this ode to children has been actualized. “I believe that children are our future, teach them well and let…
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A new robotics solution designed to tackle labor shortages and strict sanitation demands in the food industry is making its debut this week in Atlanta. AAA20 Group, a Las Vegas–based innovator in flexible automation, is introducing its CP-66-WD wash-down collaborative palletizer at the International Production & Processing Expo. The new system reflects a growing push…
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A new memoir by Frank Scarso is challenging one of the most deeply ingrained beliefs in finance: that success is the ultimate marker of leadership. In The Hard Way Home: How Losing Everything Taught Me What Really Matters, the alternative lending executive makes a bold case that failure—not flawless track records—builds better, more authentic CEOs.…
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Jason Wong’s Paking Duck is transforming the packaging industry, achieving 200% year-over-year growth in 2025 without venture capital or a traditional sales team. Just 18 months ago, Wong’s company was operating with $2 million in capital, struggling to find its footing. Today, Paking Duck serves 600 clients, including notable names like Quest Nutrition and Fiji…
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New York City is set to host a powerful gathering of leaders, mentors, and young visionaries as the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. celebrates its 40th Annual Conference this summer. Taking place June 17–21, 2026, at the New York Hilton Midtown, the milestone event will spotlight four decades of service while setting the stage…
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Sharmeika Davis-Boyd is building more than a brand—she’s creating a movement centered on literacy, creativity, and community connection. As the founder of Qiky Kidz LLC, Davis-Boyd has carved out a unique space in educational entertainment, using storytelling and interactive experiences to inspire children and families across New York. An accomplished author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker,…
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A high-level gathering at the United Nations is putting a renewed spotlight on the role of inclusive leadership and positive masculinity in advancing gender equality worldwide. During the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70), the African Renaissance and Diaspora Network, in partnership with the World Madam Foundation, convened a widely…
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Emily Meehan is emerging as a transformative force in modern publishing. As SVP and Publisher of Union Square & Co., Meehan is helping reshape how audiences engage with content—expanding far beyond traditional books into interactive, tactile experiences. Operating under Hachette Book Group, Union Square & Co. has become a key driver of innovation and growth.…
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