National leaders, advocates, labor organizers, healthcare innovators, entrepreneurs, educators, and policymakers will convene to explore solutions shaping the future of Black communities. NEW ORLEANS, LA — The Global Black Economic Forum (GBEF) today announced a dynamic slate of programming for the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture focused on advancing democracy, expanding economic opportunity, strengthening workforce development, supporting entrepreneurship, and improving health outcomes for Black communities. Taking place July 2–5 in New Orleans, GBEF’s programming will bring together leaders from government, business, labor, healthcare, philanthropy, higher education, and advocacy to address some of the most pressing challenges facing Black communities while…
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A new chapter in Doctor Doom’s life opens with the introduction of a new look for Victor von Doom, which includes a new version of his iconic mask. A select few Marvel characters have transcended the convention of masks as identity protection, instead adopting headgear that’s inseparable from their identities. Deadpool and Taskmaster technically wear their masks as part of their job, but they can no longer participate in any battle without them by this point. Destiny wears her featureless golden mask to channel her powers, but it also helps her conceal her emotions. Meanwhile, Baron Zemo’s purple cowl is…
PRINTable SHOPPING LIST Get ready for a fun-filled 4th of July with my easy and delicious menu plan, complete with a handy shopping list! From zesty BBQ chicken to refreshing strawberry pie, I’ve got everything you need for the perfect holiday! Easy 4th of July Menu Plan This easy menu plan takes the stress out of feeding everyone for the 4th, so you can enjoy the parades, pool time, and sparklers. Add some extra red, white, and blue fun with my Red, White, and Blue Cake or Cream Cheese Strawberries, and don’t miss all of my 4th of July recipes…
Security Guard Fires Taser Dart Into Man’s Face At Point-Blank Range … Watch The Insane Video Published June 26, 2026 5:27 AM PDT A security guard is under arrest and booked with two felonies after allegedly firing a taser dart into the face of a patron at a Northern California bar, according to police. A bouncer in San Diego is arrested after blasting a patron in the face at point blank range with his taser.Holy sh!t. 😳 pic.twitter.com/Nv357a3dEL @AmiriKing The insane incident, which occurred Wednesday night at Park 101 in Carlsbad, CA, was caught on video by a witness, who…
Given the band’s short lifespan, the Joy Division nostalgia machine has churned out no shortage of live material. Never before, though, has so much of it been compiled in one place. Now, as the surviving band members prepare for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction, Rhino has assembled Eternal (Live): a box set of 16 complete live albums, spread across 14 CDs, with a couple of DVDs thrown in for good measure. Among the concert recordings are three full concerts being released for the very first time and several more full recordings of shows that have been excerpted, to varying…
Akshay Kumar’s Welcome to the Jungle has finally hit theatres. The film is the third instalment in the Welcome franchise and features an ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Jacqueliene Fernandez, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal and several others.However, fans couldn’t help but miss the original Welcome trio of Akshay Kumar, Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar. While Welcome Back did not feature Akshay, Welcome to the Jungle is missing Kapoor and Patekar. Now, Akshay has opened up about their absence from the franchise. Speaking to PTI, he said, “Welcome is a full family. This…
With the devastating news that Doctor Who’s future is hanging in the balance, it’s worth noting that the changes have also resulted in Jo Martin becoming the only official Doctor currently involved with the franchise. Recently, the BBC announced that Doctor Who has been put out to tender, which means the show is looking for a new home. Yes, the BBC and former showrunner Russell T Davies have repeatedly tried to assure fans that this is not the end of Doctor Who, but an opportunity for a new beginning, but with no clear timeline for when Doctor Who may return,…
Chicken Caesar Salad, But Fold It Up And Dunk It! In other words, my dream come true. I’ve seen a few videos for this method, and I felt like I needed to give it a try, and I WAS CORRECT. What a genius little dinner invention for people who love chicken caesar salad and want to eat it in every available form (it’s me)! These are crispy taco-like handhelds, golden and crispy outsides that kind of shatter when you bite into them, with seasoned ground chicken and shreddy Caesar salad + pepperoncini smashed inside?! Dunked in a Caesar sauce?!?! Holy…
‘Maternal Instinct’ Taylor Parker Sticks to Lie in Full 911 Audio After Killing Friend … ‘I’m Having My Baby’ Published June 26, 2026 1:00 AM PDT Play video content Taylor Parker — the Texas woman convicted in the shocking “Maternal Instincts” murder case — is heard claiming to cops she just gave birth to her child, moments before officers realize the darker story. Parker’s chilling encounter with law enforcement is back in the spotlight … and in the complete, uncut 911 audio obtained by TMZ from Bowie County court, the convicted killer is heard insisting she’s going into labor on…
After teasing a studio collaboration together several months ago, Steve Lacy has finally shared the new song he recorded with SZA. “Is It Cool?” is a back-and-forth track between the two singers where they delve into their struggles with romance and tendencies to self-sabotage. Give it a listen below.SZA first teased the existence of a collaboration in March with i-D, telling the magazine that her and Lacy “made a random little project together.” She said it’s part of a recent streak where she makes songs that “feel good and don’t say too much.”“Is It Cool?” appears on Lacy’s upcoming album,…