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40 Lessons for Thriving in These Challenging Times

The world is at a juncture, and we need to rethink our approach, cautions writer and journalist Nadia Michel. Geopolitics are shifting, and technology has advanced more since the pandemic than over the last 15 years. While we continue to make advancements, knowing where to go from here can be difficult. There are so many successful entrepreneurs making a difference, but how do they do it, and what can we learn from them?

The Statue of Liberty has a new museum -- and a podcast

Since making her American debut in 1886, the Statue of Liberty has become one of the world's most famous attractions.

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Power outages, humidity among issues facing voters today

Millions of voters across the country are heading to the polls Tuesday, but some are having more trouble voting than others.

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Stomp Wars to Launch HBCU-Know Virttual Homecoming Ecperience

Celebrated national stepping competition and cultural institution Stomp Wars insisted the show must go on for 2020, and that’s exactly what’s going to happen!

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'Fresh Prince' reunion coming to HBO Max

Now this is a story all about how, our nostalgia got flipped -- turned upside down.

KweliTV Launches on Comcast’s Xfinity X1 and Xfinity Flex

KweliTV, an ad-free subscription video on demand service that celebrates independent black stories from across the globe, is now available on Comcast’s Xfinity X1 and Xfinity Flex.

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Give Her Gifts That Leave Her Melanin Popping

Mielle Organics Pomegranate & Honey bundle includes the Leave-In Conditioner, Twisting Soufflé, Curl Smoothie and Curling Custard. Perfect for 4C textures, these products give long lasting moisture for dry thirsty curls. Price: $7.50 and up

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Netflix green lights 'Squid Game' season 2

"Squid Game" is officially coming back. Netflix announced Sunday that the wildly popular South Korean show is green lit for a second season.

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Stuart Weitzman Celebrates a Fashion Milestone With the 25th Anniversary of Its Iconic 5050 Stretch Boot Design

Stuart Weitzman celebrates the 25th anniversary of the 5050 boot — the signature design that revolutionized the footwear industry with its innovative use of stretch in boot construction. The now-iconic style derived its name from the mixed-media combination of half-micro stretch and half-leather/suede. Coveted by Hollywood A-listers, this legendary style has garnered a cult-like following amongst global trendsetters and tastemakers, and headlines as the must-have boot season after season.

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Dallas Officer to be Held Accountable for a Death That Should Never Have Happened

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee applauded the Dallas County officials for moving expeditiously to bring the police officer who killed Jordan Edwards before the bar of justice.

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Opinion: Crypto can't rely on the government to save it from itself

Cryptocurrency is having an existential crisis. Last month, crypto lender Celsius filed for bankruptcy protection. It has frozen withdrawals since June 12, and it's unclear if or when customers will get their money back. But Celsius is just one domino to fall.

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Biden looks to strengthen ties with Philippines as Marcos visits White House

President Joe Biden is expected to welcome Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to the White House this week as part of continued efforts to strengthen security and economic relations between the US and the Philippines amid regional concerns over an increasingly assertive China.

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The votes have been cast. Now comes the race to finish counting -- and the potential legal fights

Election workers are tabulating ballots in key states that will determine the balance of power in Congress as well as more than three dozen statehouses. Because of differing laws, some states have tallied nearly all their ballots -- while others may not finish for several days.

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Shots of Himalayan Salts

Grab a lime and a Himalayan Salt Shot Glass and you'll be on your way. If you’re a tequila lover, then allow us to introduce the innovative Salt Shot Glasses from Root7. Eliminating the awkwardness of licking salt of your hand and providing a fun yet classy alternative. Crafted from 100% natural Himalayan salt shot, to take the edge of your spirit.

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The Power of Play Geomagworld Educates and Excites

Geomag knows that it is easier to learn when you are having fun, that is why all of their toys are educational with a fun-spin. It’s the fun aspect which allows a child to play, whilst engaging their mind to learn key skills in the process. Skills such as perseverance, cause and effect, investigation, hand-to-eye coordination, and STEM.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken talks to reporters at the State Department in Washington, DC, on July 17. Mandatory Credit: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken told CNN that the US is attempting to strengthen “lines of communication” with China to avoid conflict between the two superpowers.

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Russian hackers breached key Microsoft systems

Russian state-backed hackers gained access to some of Microsoft’s core software systems in a hack first disclosed in January, the company said Friday, revealing a more extensive and serious intrusion into Microsoft’s systems than previously known.

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Lexus ES 300h is Tops in Fuel Efficiency

One of the routine tasks of being a vehicle owner is the trip to the ever popular gas station. Whether your frequency is daily, weekly or another schedule, it will be significantly less as the owner of the 2017 Lexus ES 300h.

Trump shouldn't get credit for the economic rebound. Neither should Biden

Presidents typically get too much credit -- or blame -- for the US economy's current performance, while the unseen drivers of the economic cycle get way too little.

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How the Inflation Reduction Act Can Help Small Businesses and All of Us!

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will lower prescription drug, health care, and energy costs. It will lower the deficit and no one making under $400,000 per year will pay a penny more in taxes. It will also fight climate change. This is a pretty good deal for most of us dealing with our changing climate patterns: scorching temperatures, escalating damaging storms, new monsoon seasons and all the havoc they cause. If we can slow climate change down, we all win.