This year the annual production of the BET Awards was faced with an unprecedented challenge due to the COVID-19 restrictions placed on large gatherings and public events. Through innovative action, executives at BET, including Connie Orlando and Jesse Collins, did not let this get in the way of what they knew could be one of the most impactful experiences in award show history…
This summer I made it a goal of mine to read more: specifically, at least one book every two weeks. Surprisingly, my motivation stayed strong throughout the first month, but soon thereafter I discovered myself having to rearrange my budget…
In light of recent events, I have become aware of how important it is to support Black-owned businesses. Not too long ago I was quite unexposed and did not have the slightest insight on how important each purchase from a Black-owned business…
What sets this channel apart from other mainstream music outlets is that they seek and feature specifically underground artists. There are a few mainstream artists such as Billie Eilish, Doja Cat, and Daniel Cesar, and while the majority of the featured artists might not be as popular, they keep you clicking next with each one’s breathtaking raw talent…
During both the scholastic and summer season, there is one life hack that I stick to religiously, and that is meal prepping. One of my best friends introduced me to this process a few years ago and it has been something I have kept in my tool belt of life…
Over the course of these last few months, I found myself experiencing something that I never expected I would: the ability to have so much love for a pet that wasn’t mine. Allow me to explain…
During this year’s Pride Month, people across the nation found themselves celebrating in ways like never before. What is usually a month-long event that brings communities together and fills the nation’s largest cities’ streets with parades…
his year, going off to college will be an entirely unconventional experience, guaranteed to exacerbate some of the anxious feelings that normal college freshmen usually have. There is no “10 things to pack for move-in” checklist when
If you are in need for the perfect summer night drive song, I have been loving “Guilty Conscious” by 070 Shake. This creative piece tells a story while allowing the listener to get lost in the futuristic beat. Somehow feeling very nostalgic, and comfortable this song really speaks to the listener. Lyrically, the song takes you on a journey feeling pain, sadness and release…
I have made it a point to cover my face in sunscreen my whole life, as the UV rays take…
