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Fleet Foxes' Sean Pecknold-Directed Video For “Featherweight” and Behind the Scenes Mini-Doc Out Now - Named Vimeo's Staff Pick Today!
Fleet Foxes released a stunning new animated video for the song “Featherweight,” the 10th video directed by band frontman Robin Pecknold’s brother and longtime visual collaborator Sean Pecknold. Arriving on the one-year autumnal equinox anniversary of Fleet Foxes’ latest Anti- album, Shore, the video is set amid a world of struggle and hope, brought to life using stop-motion animation and a multiplane camera. The evocative and visually striking film chronicles a young hawk as he struggles to fly with a broken wing, the successes and bitter failures that come from his attempt and the second chances that life will sometimes offer -- even when all seems lost.
2021 Soul Train Awards Winners: Bruno Mars, Anderson, Paak, Silk Sonic, and Jazmine Sullivan Win Big at 2021 "Soul Train Awards" Presented by BET
This year, the 2021 “Soul Train Awards” presented by BET, commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Soul Train television show legacy, marking the milestone with a star-studded event showcasing today’s reigning R&B/Soul artists. For the very first time, the “Soul Train Awards” took place at the World Famous Apollo in Harlem, NYC and dynamic best-friend duo Tisha Campbell and Tichina Arnold returned as co-hosts of this year’s awards, which premiered on Sunday, November 28 on BET, BET Her, MTV2 and VH1.
15 Ways To Declutter Your Home And Get Organized
Do you find yourself struggling to throw away the packaging in which your purchased goods arrive? Do you keep old items even when you’ve replaced them with new ones? If your answer to these questions is a yes, you’re not the only one; America has a clutter problem.
Trial Opens in Major Federal Voting Rights Lawsuit in Texas
Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Filed Lawsuit to Challenge Discriminatory Method of Electing Texas’s High Court Judges
On Monday, a federal district court will hear arguments in the trial phase of a major voting rights lawsuit filed by the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, Garza Golando Moran, PLLC, and Dechert LLP. The suit, filed on behalf of Latino voters, challenges the discriminatory method of electing justices to the Texas Supreme Court and Court of Criminal Appeals, the two highest courts in the state. These courts decide critical issues arising under state civil and criminal law and issue rulings that impact the lives of all Texas residents.
Jesse Jackson: College Athletes Should Decide Whether to Take the Risk
The NCAA has just ruled that mandatory football practices can begin in July, anticipating a full season of college football. This is nuts. The pandemic isn't going away; it's surging in more than 29 states, with seven reporting new records for cases in a day. States that opened early without adequate safeguards - Texas, Florida, Arizona - now face a spread of the pandemic that may soon exhaust the supply of hospital beds.
Bridging Health Gaps: Understanding Hispanic/Latino Health Disparities
Hispanic/Latino health disparities in the United States are a complex and pressing issue that demands attention. In this article, we will explore the challenges faced by Hispanic/Latino Americans, shedding light on their unique healthcare needs and the factors contributing to health inequalities. Additionally, we will discuss the significance of National Hispanic Heritage Month and initiatives aimed at improving healthcare access for this vibrant and diverse community.
Top Destinations for Summer 2023
Summer is right around the corner and no matter how many countries your readers have checked off your list, there's always a new city, region, or country to explore. From air safaris and train adventures, to picturesque towns and tropical lagoons, please consider these summer vacation ideas for any roundups that you are working on:
Nicki Minaj And Future Announce Co-headlining 'NickiHndrxx' Tour
Global hip-hop icons Nicki Minaj and Future announce they'll be hitting the road together for the first time on their NickiHndrxxtour today.
#ProtectOurParents: Children of Incarcerated Parents Demand Action to Protect Our Parents Behind Bars
An Open Letter to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Governors, State Departments of Corrections and Public Safety, Local Jails, Detention Centers, City Officials and Telecommunications Companies and the Media
Hugo Awards 2017: NK Jemisin Wins Best Novel for 2nd Year in a Row
A year after NK Jemisin became the first black person to win the Hugo Award for Best Novel, the African American author has landed the prestigious science fiction prize for the second year running.
Hon. Ruben Cortez Lauded For Leadership on Texas State Board of Education
Cortez Granted the 2017 Cesar Chavez Spirit Award for Leadership Award in San Antonio
Texas State Board of Education Board Secretary Ruben Cortez (D- Brownsville) was honored as the recipient of the 2017 Cesar Chavez Spirit Award for Leadership by the Cesar E. Chavez Legacy and Educational Foundation (CECLEF). The CECLEF has a long history of social advocacy and established to preserve the life & legacy of Cesar E. Chavez, legendary American labor leader and civil rights activist.
Serena Williams, Tracee Ellis Ross and other Celebrity Women Unite for ‘Black Women’s Equal Pay Day’
This year, Equal Pay Day was on April 4 to mark the extra three months and a few days that women in general have to work in order to make as much as men do in a year, with the pay gap at around 80 cents to the dollar. But the gap is worse when you take race into account, with Black women only making 67 cents to every dollar.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Celebrates 52nd Anniversary of Medicare And Medicaid
Jackson Lee: “Over more than five decades, Medicare and Medicaid have saved countless lives and provided health security to millions of seniors and vulnerable children.”
Food Network Relaunches Skill On the New Amazon Echo Show
Updated skill featuring recipe visuals and videos debuts today
No need to get your hands—or your device—dirty in the kitchen. Food Network has updated its popular Alexa skill for the new Amazon Echo Show, making it easier for users to get inspired, explore what they’re in the mood for, and enjoy recipe videos and preview images that enhance the value and enjoyment of their cooking experience.
“Girls Trip” Debuts with $30.4 Million at Box Office, Best Live-Action Comedy Opening of 2017
According to Deadline.com, Universal’s Girls Trip has earned director Malcolm D. Lee not only his second A+ CinemaScore following 2013’s The Best Man Holiday, but also the best opening of his career at the domestic B.O. with $30.4M, beating Holiday‘s $30.1M.
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Renews Hit Drama Series 'Greenleaf' From Lionsgate for Season Three
Rick Fox Upped to Series Regular
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network has renewed its acclaimed original drama series, “Greenleaf,” from Lionsgate, award-winning writer/producer Craig Wright (“Lost,” “Six Feet Under”) and executive producers Clement Virgo (“The Book of Negros”) and Oprah Winfrey (“Selma”) for a third season. Additionally, Rick Fox, who portrays journalist Darius Nash, has been upped to a series regular for the new season. Previously announced, the second half of season two will return with a two-night premiere on Tuesday, August 15 and Wednesday, August 16 at 10 p.m. ET/PT and will regularly air Wednesday nights at 10 p.m. ET/PT.
Rep. Bass, Bipartisan Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth Host 100+ Foster Youth For 6th Annual Shadow Day
Today, Rep. Karen Bass (D-Calif.) and the bipartisan Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth (CCFY) hosted more than 100 current and former foster youth from across the country as part of the 6th Annual Foster Youth Shadow Day in Washington, D.C. Every year, the event allows youth to share their experiences in foster care directly with Member of Congress to help inform and improve child welfare policy. This year’s group came from more than 36 states including Hawaii and Alaska.
Jay Z to Host and Produce New Docuseries on Race in America with National Geographic
Jay Z is tackling race in the Trump era. The rap mogul is currently working on his third docuseries, “Race With Jay Z,” with National Geographic. The project, produced by Hov and The Weinstein Company, will explore systematic injustices such as incarceration and the wealth gap, social media, activism and family, Variety reported. It will look at how race became “the most pressing issue in the nation” following the election.
#NoTrumpCare: The Heartless ‘Mother of all Bills’
Jackson Lee: “This ‘mother of all bills’ that you’ve dropped on the American people will leave millions without health insurance. God have mercy on your souls.”
Serena Williams Signs On as New “Purple Purse” Ambassador to Promote Financial Empowerment for Domestic Abuse Victims
Serena Williams has signed on as the newest ambassador for Allstate Foundation Purple Purse, the insurance company’s decade-old initiative to provide financial empowerment to domestic abuse victims. The pregnant tennis star takes over for Kerry Washington as ambassador of the organization, which says it has helped about one million women escape abusive relationships through a mix of financial education and job training.
