christopher-williams-Q8x7gLr8bxg-unsplash Health & Wellness Evidence Obesity Can Shorten Your Life A study that tracked the weight and survival of more than 6,000 Americans for 24 years reinforces the notion that piling on excess pounds can lead to an earlier grave. Being statistically obese, but not simply overweight, was tied to a 27 percent increase in the odds of dying By Victor Flavius โข 3 min read
good-faces-LKBuzE5A8pk-unsplash Health & Wellness 7 tips to eat your way to thicker, fuller hair Did you know that what you eat affects your hair? That's news to most people, especially those who are dealing with hair loss. While there are many possible causes for hair loss โ stress, the environment, health problems โ achieving thick, full and healthy hair ultimately starts with your diet. By Victor Flavius โข 2 min read
victoria-shes-hYD4_U0XBXo-unsplash Health & Wellness Benefits Of A Vegetarian Lifestyle If you feel tired eating meat based recipes and wanted to try something new, then you might want to try out simple vegetarian recipes. Studies show that going meatless for a few days will not cause any harm to your body. In fact, many health studies today shows that an By Victor Flavius โข 2 min read
POST COVER-17 Culture Dionne Warwick: Donโt Make Me Over โ One Night Only at the Apollo Harlem is in for a night of legend and legacy. On Friday, June 27, 2025, six-time Grammy Award winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame icon Dionne Warwick returns to center stage at the historic Apollo Theater for โDonโt Make Me Over โ One Night Only.โ Warwick, whose By Victor Flavius โข 1 min read
POST COVER-16 Education Dr. Valerie Camille Jones Ford inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame Dr. Valerie Camille Jones Ford, Head of the Mathematics Department at Atlanta's Ron Clark Academy (RCA), is set to be inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame (NTHF) as part of its 2025 class. Dr. Jones Ford is the second educator from Atlanta and the fourth from By Victor Flavius โข 2 min read
POST COVER-13 Music Darren Waller & JRod Embrace Self-Worth on "Choose Myself" Former NFL Pro Bowler turned recording artist Darren Waller teams up with rising producer and vocalist JRod for their latest single, โChoose Myself,โ a smooth and introspective anthem that blends R&B and hip-hop with a message rooted in self-worth, healing and personal growth. โChoose Myselfโ is By Victor Flavius โข 2 min read
POST COVER-7 The Recap Room Video Inside BET+ Closure + Cocktails: A Star-Studded Night with the Cast of Divorced Sistas We had the exclusive pleasure of attending BET+ Presents: Closure + Cocktails with the Cast of Tyler Perryโs Divorced Sistasโa chic, invite-only rooftop affair at The Retreat by The Gathering Spot in Atlanta. Guests enjoyed skyline views, signature cocktails, and a soulful set by DJ Princess Cut, all By Victor Flavius โข 1 min read
20230621_Arrivals_157 Meet & Greet Palm Springs International ShortFest Announces 2025 Jury & Forum The 31st-annual Palm Springs International ShortFest announced programs and participants for its annual Forum, as well as jury members who will fete Academy Award-Qualifying, Student Shorts, and Special Jury Awards. Taking place June 27-29 at the Renaissance Hotel Palm Springs, the ShortFest Forum will feature a dynamic By Victor Flavius โข 9 min read
POST COVER-27 Music Rae Sremmurd's Hit Single โBlack Beatlesโ Earns Diamond Certification from RIAA Hip-hop duo Rae Sremmurd has officially joined musicโs most elite club: the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has awarded their viral smash hit โBlack Beatlesโ featuring Gucci Mane a Diamond certification, signifying over 10 million units sold in the United States. Originally released in 2016 and featured By Victor Flavius โข 2 min read
POST COVER-26 Culture What You Missed at BET Experience 2025 Day One โ Performances, Panels & Power Moves The BET Experience 2025, presented by SheaMoisture, opened its doors this Saturday at the Los Angeles Convention Center with an unforgettable day of Black culture in motion. From raw talent to refined beauty, from main stage performances to intimate masterclasses, the energy was vibrant, communal, and creatively electric. BETX Open By Victor Flavius โข 4 min read
HIP HOP Khao$ & Voodoo Child Redefine the Ride-Or-Die Anthem with โMe & My Girlfriendโ Khao$ and Voodoo Child are cutting through the noise with their latest release, "Me & My Girlfriend"โa gripping, cinematic boom bap tale that rejects mainstream formulas in favor of something bolder, more evocative, and unmistakably raw. This isnโt just another love song. Itโs a Bonnie- By Victor Flavius โข 2 min read
POST COVER-24 Culture โForeverโ on Netflix is a Tender, Timeless Love Story for a New Generation In an era of oversaturated love stories and fleeting attention spans, Netflixโs Forever arrives as a refreshing, emotionally grounded series that lingers long after the credits roll. Adapted from Judy Blumeโs iconic coming-of-age novel and reimagined by the inimitable Mara Brock Akil, the show is a By Victor Flavius โข 2 min read
