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Back-to-School AI: What Parents and Students Need to Know

August 27, 2026

As families prepare for another school year, artificial intelligence is becoming part of the back-to-school conversation. Parents and teachers are trying to determine how students should use AI, while students are already experimenting with tools that can help them study,…

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Sports Red Carpets Are Making Diamonds an Everyday Style Statement

August 27, 2026

Diamonds are getting a more relaxed role in fashion, and this summer’s sports red carpets are helping drive the shift. At events such as the ESPYS, athletes and celebrities have been showcasing jewelry in ways that make diamonds feel less…

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Bailey Swilley Brings ‘Gimme A Sign!’ Back to New York City

August 26, 2026

After two acclaimed runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and a New York City Fringe appearance, Bailey Swilley is bringing her one-woman storytelling show “Gimme A Sign!” back to New York. The show will take the stage at SoHo Playhouse…

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‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’ Musical Sets North American Premiere at The Public Theater

August 26, 2026

The story of Benjamin Button is getting a new life on the New York stage. The Public Theater has announced the complete cast for the North American premiere of “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” the Olivier Award-winning musical based…

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‘Picture-Perfect Christmas’ Brings a Message of Hope, Forgiveness and Redemption

August 26, 2026

As the holiday season approaches, a new Christmas novel is offering readers a story centered on forgiveness, redemption and the possibility of finding hope when life takes an unexpected turn. “Picture-Perfect Christmas,” written by bestselling author Michael Guillén, is scheduled…

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The Residency Bought a New Cultural Hub for Black Travelers to Martha’s Vineyard

August 26, 2026

Martha’s Vineyard had long been more than a summer getaway for Black travelers. Each year, the Massachusetts island became a gathering place where culture, entrepreneurship, entertainment and community intersected. In August, the tradition received a new addition with The Residency,…

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HBO Max Turns San Diego Into an Immersive Playground for ‘Lanterns’ and ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’

August 26, 2026

HBO Max is giving fans more than panels and previews at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. The streaming platform has transformed locations throughout the Gaslamp District into immersive experiences inspired by two of its upcoming and current series: “Lanterns” and…

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Beauty Expert Reveals the Best and Worst Plane Seats for Your Skin

August 26, 2026

Your plane seat could affect more than your legroom. According to beauty experts, where you sit during a flight may also influence how dry, irritated or uncomfortable your skin feels when you reach your destination. With millions of travelers taking…

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Why Health Tourism Is Becoming an Important Option for Black Women

August 26, 2026

For Black women facing persistent health disparities and challenges accessing quality care, traveling abroad for medical and wellness services is becoming more than a trend. It is increasingly being viewed as another option for people seeking preventive care, specialized services…

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How a Five-Star South African Hotel Is Creating a Pathway for Women in Hospitality

August 26, 2026

One five-star hotel in South Africa is demonstrating how tourism can become a powerful pathway to economic opportunity for women from rural communities. Drostdy Hotel, a heritage property in Robert Sobukwe, formerly Graaff-Reinet, in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, is doing…

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