All results
Kevin Durant has teamed up with some of the biggest producers for a special collaboration. The Brooklyn Nets star is known for his skills on the court, but there’s another passion of his that he’s stepped into — music. Boardroom reports that Durant joined Boi-1da, Cardo, and 9th Wonder for the Nike KD15 “Producer Pack.”
Business self-help books are essential to those who are looking to succeed in their chosen career paths. Learning from others who have already paved the way might open up new trains of thought and ways of thinking that could shake the foundation of how you run your business. Robert Greene’s The 48 Laws of Power is a must-read for entrepreneurs looking to master strategy, influence, and leadership. If you found it insightful, here are other books—including works by Black authors—that explore power, persuasion, and success in business. The Art Of War By Sun Tzu Goodreads Rating: 4.0/5 It might seem an odd recommendation for books like The 48 Laws of Power, especially for business purposes, but The Art of War offers surprising insights that can be useful in business and entrepreneurship. A classic on strategy and competition, The Art of War offers lessons on preparation, adaptability, and psychological advantage. Entrepreneurs can apply its teachings to negotiations, business...
Mathew Knowles was inspired to invest in a sports team due to a former Destiny’s Child member. On Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, Knowles graced the Main Stage during the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow (BWTT) Financial Empowerment Summit at the UIC Forum in Chicago, IL. The event promoted wealth-building among the Black community through workshops moderated by local financial experts and insightful discussions from panelists, including Keke Palmer, Larenz Tate, and Knowles, among others. Photo Credit: Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow “Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow is the largest financial education program of its kind,” Chicago’s City Treasurer Melissa Conyears Ervin explained in a statement shared with AFROTECH™ . “It brings together experts and leaders from businesses, community organizations, and city, state, and federal agencies to lead workshops and discussions that help Chicagoans build a more financially secure future.” Knowles shared insights into his family history —...
There has been a quick turn of events that will impact millions of borrowers. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan was given the green light to be put into action on Oct. 2, 2024, by U.S. District Judge Randall Hall, who represents the Southern District of Georgia. NBC News reports the plan had been under a temporary restraining order that was a result of a lawsuit against Biden and Education Secretary Miguel Cardona. It was brought forward by the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Missouri, North Dakota, and Ohio. Hall was willing to allow the temporary restraining order to expire, and this was based on his belief that the Southern District of Georgia order “failed to show an injury that is concrete, particularized, actual, or imminent.” “Without standing, the Court finds it proper to dismiss Georgia as a party to the suit for lack of subject matter jurisdiction and turns to Defendants’ arguments related to venue,” he...
Students and borrowers waiting on President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan may soon breathe a sigh of relief. According to NBC News, the president’s plan can move forward after a judge ruled Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024, for a temporary restraining order against it to expire. U.S. District Judge Randall Hall, in his order from the Southern District of Georgia, said Georgia lacked standing to challenge the plan because it did not demonstrate any “concrete” or “imminent” injury. “Without standing, the Court finds it proper to dismiss Georgia as a party to the suit for lack of subject matter jurisdiction and turns to Defendants’ arguments related to venue,” he wrote, per NBC. Hall also concurred with the federal government’s stance that the venue was improper, stating that a plaintiff without standing cannot create a venue where it wouldn’t otherwise exist. He determined that the “most equitable result” would be to transfer the case to a district with the proper venue,...
The Chicago Sky team are already reaping the benefits of Angel Reese’s arrival. As AFROTECH™ previously told you, Reese, a current Louisiana State University (LSU) student, was drafted to the WNBA as the 7th draft pick in the first of three rounds on April 15, 2024, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York, NY. She will be joined on the team by recent National Championship winner Kamilla Cardoso from South Carolina. “It’s a great moment. I’m super excited to go into the W,” Reese, 21, said in reflection during an interview on the “Today” show. “This has always been a dream for me and a dream come true. And then with amazing girls, only 15 girls get to be selected to come to New York and have this experience. And as a little girl, being able to put the dress on and actually go up there and hear a name called was amazing. So I’m just happy to be here and enjoy the moment.” Reese’s entry into the league is already being met with excitement. Within days of being drafted, the team’s...
Angel Reese is heading to the WNBA. The current Louisiana State University (LSU) student, who is set to graduate on May 18, 2024, was among the 36 players to be called during the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) draft. The event was held on Monday, April 15, 2024, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York, NY, according to NBC’s local Channel 4. Reese was the No. 7 draft pick in the first of three rounds, and she will be headed to play for the Chicago Sky alongside South Carolina’s Kamilla Cardoso, per USA Today’s For the Win. They will be guided by head coach by Teresa Weatherspoon. “ANGEL” in the SKY👼🏽💙💛 pic.twitter.com/P0h60oFSXi — Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) April 16, 2024 “It’s a great moment. I’m super excited to go into the W,” Reese explained during an interview on “Today.” “This has always been a dream for me and a dream come true. And then with amazing girls, only 15 girls get to be selected to come to New York and have this experience. And as a little...
At just age 14, a New Orleans, LA, native has created an innovation for the medical field. When Naya Ellis was 7 years old, she supported her mother who was battling breast cancer, The74 reports. Merging her passion for helping others and for science, she went on to design WingItt, a stroke-detecting watch for adults. The outlet details that WingItt works to detect nerve impulses and heartbeats to identify strokes apart from the physically visible signs. After learning that the medical condition greatly affects people who are 55 and over, Ellis created the device with that age group in mind. What’s more, she aims for WingItt to be more on the affordable end in comparison to other smartwatches currently on the market. “I want to do something I’m interested in, that will also change the world,” Ellis said. The John F. Kennedy High School student’s inspiration for the invention came while attending STEM NOLA’s STEM Saturday. In a last-minute decision, she switched from creating a watch...
Patreon has created a new program to help underserved creatives get themselves and their ideas funded. The creator-focused membership platform has announced Pull Up — an incubator to help creators of color not only gain access to capital but also resources and community to grow sustainable and profitable businesses — according to a press release. Anyone who identifies as a creator/ creative of color is able to join the community. Pull Up is supported by and builds on experiences of some of the biggest creators of color driving culture today including Issa Rae’s HOORAE, Amanda Seales’ Smart Funny & Black, Durand Bernarr, Jade Novah, Nicole Cardoza, Tim Chantarungsu, Blair Imani and Tina Yu, and more. “We are excited to be a part of Pull Up, powered by Patreon’s Creator Success team, who continue to be a champion for HOORAE on and off the platform,” said Issa Rae, creative partner for Pull Up powered by Patreon, according to the press release. “We share a core set of values in...
Two brothers are on a mission as the latest Black business owners in Houston! Ricardo “RJ” and Ian Wilson founded Day 6 Coffee Company with a name that stems straight from the biblical word of God, according to The Houston Chronicle. “On the sixth day, God gave us coffee and so much more,” said Ricardo, reports Chron. “Although plants, trees, and animals were created on the third day, God actually ‘gave’ us those creations when he created us on the sixth day. And the sixth day is said to be when God finished his creations.” This divine salute within the company’s name goes deeper than that because the brothers share that they have another sibling now watching over them as a guardian angel. The brother’s late sibling Aaron Wilson had a passion for cooking which led RJ and Ian to venture into the restaurant industry. Opening the establishment was an ode to Aaron and his love for food. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Day 6 Coffee Co. (@day6coffee) “This is kind of for...
Discovery’s hit television show, “Undercover Billionaires,” is back for a second season. Fans of both hip-hop and Black women in tech may recognize a familiar face in Monique Idlett-Mosley. Although sometimes derisively referred to as the former wife of super-producer Timbaland (real name: Tim Mosley), Idlett-Mosley is a force of nature onto herself. As the CEO and founder of Reign Ventures, Idlett-Mosley helps finance women, minorities, and other “non-traditional” companies that traditional bankers tend to overlook. What’s more, her ventures have helped generate hundreds of millions of dollars. Prior to founding Reign Ventures, Idlett-Mosley co-founded the Mosley Music Group , where she managed the careers of One Republic, Nelly Furtado, and the late Chris Cornell. On “Undercover Billionaires “ — where she appears alongside motivational speaker and Twitter philosopher Grant Cardone, and House of Rock founder Elaine Culotti — Idlett-Mosley will be taking on the challenge initially...
Silicon Valley’s next tech come up, Clubhouse is quickly becoming a hub for the biggest key players in the music and entertainment industries, and celebrities on the app are tapping into its infrastructure to build up their own digital endeavors. The game-changing, invite-only audio app has grown to be quite popular over the last few months, even while in beta testing. Now users like Grammy-nominated Hip-Hop producer Sonny Digital are putting themselves in a position to lead the app’s buzziest cultural conversations. Sonny — who joined Clubhouse two months ago — has quickly asserted himself as a leader on the social platform with his self-branded Clubhouse space, “Club Digital,” which has gained a large following for his viral “Book Club” and appreciation rooms — both of which he initiated on the app. Photo Credit: Decat / (@shotbydecat) Just like any other user who joins Clubhouse, Sonny learned the power of the app’s inner workings and has made the platform work in his favor to...
It’s that time again when we welcome a new crop of films and TV shows to Netflix and say goodbye to the movies and shows that are leaving this month. Netflix’s Strong Black Lead highlights several films with Black stars are kicking the month off April 1, including the 2009 Beyoncé and Idris Elba starrer Obsessed, Will Smith’s 2007 existential zombie film I Am Legend , and the 2008 crime drama Lakeview Terrace starring Samuel L. Jackson and Kerry Washington. Kevin Hart’s latest Netflix special, Irresponsible , drops April 2, and Rosario Dawson, Lakeith Stanfield and DeWanda Wise co-star alongside Gina Rodriguez in the Netflix original rom-com, Someone Great , April 19. As far as television, Part 2 of The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina arrives this month, co-starring Chance Perdomo, Jaz Sinclair and Tati Gabrielle. Documentary Grass Is Greener lights up Netflix April 20, analyzing America’s complicated relationship with weed, especially its influence in African-American artforms like...