Trump’s finally revealed his updated travel ban after the severe worldwide backlash. This time, he’s reduced the number of countries down to six, exempting Iraq from the list. The new ban comes six weeks after the initial executive order that caused shock waves across the country. Trump has continued to fumble through the first…
Ben Carson, the Housing and Urban Development Secretary, is facing a backlash with his recent comments comparing slavery to the immigrant experience. During a presentation to HUD employees, Carson, the only black member of Trump’s cabinet, stated, “There were other immigrants who came here in the bottom of slave ships, worked even longer, even…
It’s an awards show moment that will forever live on in Oscars history. Maybe some of you had quickly made a sharp exit to bed after hearing that La La Land had captured Best Picture, according to an envelope mix-up at Feb. 26th’s Oscars. As the “wrong” filmmakers began accepting their Academy Award trophy…
Soon the public will hear from the Obamas in their own words. The high-powered couple signed a book deal reportedly worth millions at Penguin Random House. Penguin Random House announced Barack and Michelle Obama will continue a longstanding partnership with the publisher. The house’s Crown imprint published former President Obama’s bestsellers, 1995’s Dreams from…
Under the leadership of Gianni Infantino as president, FIFA is trying to mend its image, which has been thoroughly tarnished by corruption scandals in the last few years. Infantino has much to do in terms of damage control and fulfilling promises; when he was campaigning to become president of FIFA, he mentioned that one of…
The South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) are once again moving forward in the shadow of a boycott. Two of South Africa’s most beloved soaps, Muvhango and Skeem Saam have withdrawn themselves from the awards in an effort to shed light on the unfairness of the award ceremonies. Their objection is that television…
Is Barack Obama Leading a “Take Down Trump” Team from his New Mansion in DC? Barack Obama may be out of the White House, but he certainly has not left the political arena. Now, after a much-needed vacation, rumors are flying that Obama is leading a “take down Trump” team from his new mansion…
Trump just saved some face—even with Democrats—after his highest-rated speech yet. During a recent joint session of Congress, Trump gave his first key speech since his inauguration. This time, he focused on fighting bigotry, his first quarter performance, and an update on immigration. Trump’s speech was well received by both parties, as Trump…
Is Oprah Seriously Considering a Run for President? Rumors have been flying around as of late that icon and inspiration Oprah Winfrey is considering a run for the US presidency. For many, this would be a dream come true: the story of an African-American woman who overcame gender and racial oppression to become one of the…
The 2017 Oscars will go down in the history books for all the wrong reasons. Film academy president Cheryl Boone Isaacs spoke out soon after the Best Picture disaster, saying that the two accountants responsible will no longer be allowed anywhere near the Oscars. Isaacs particularly pointed the blame at Brian Cullinan who was…
HBO’s True Detective was a critical darling and a fan favorite in its first season. The show features a new cast and a new storyline each season and the second season was a disappointment for many. Now, news has broken about season three that has a lot of people hopeful for some of that season one magic.…
HBO’s True Detective was a critical darling and a fan favorite in its first season. The show features a new cast and a new storyline each season and the second season was a disappointment for many. Now, news has broken about season three that has a lot of people hopeful for some of that season one magic.…
If you ever need advice in regards to entrepreneurship, or overcoming life’s many obstacles coupled with a pinch of crazy facts, then the one person who dishes it out and tells it like it is is none other than Akothee Kenya. The musician, business owner, and renowned dancer is often times more celebrated for her dazzling lifestyle…
If you ever need advice in regards to entrepreneurship, or overcoming life’s many obstacles coupled with a pinch of crazy facts, then the one person who dishes it out and tells it like it is is none other than Akothee Kenya. The musician, business owner, and renowned dancer is often times more celebrated for her dazzling lifestyle…
