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Is it really the winter holiday season if you don’t hear Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You?” Off of the music legend’s 1994 album “Merry Christmas,” the timeless track has been in rotation for almost 30 years. In 2021, “All I Want For Christmas Is You” became the first and only holiday single to become RIAA diamond-certified (10 million copies sold or streamed), according to RIAA.
Is it really Christmas without hearing Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas is You?” Many would agree that it isn’t. The music legend released the classic in 1994, and nearly three decades later, it continues to be blasted on the airwaves, in homes, etc. during the holidays. For this iconic fact along with other reasons, Carey trademarked “Queen of Christmas.” But apparently, the move has ruffled feathers ahead of the cheerful season.
Mariah Carey: Diva, pop star, legend. What can possibly be said about this multi-talented and multi-hyphenate that hasn’t been said? She does everything with her own, personal dramatic flair — and she manages to make it all look good in the process. But more than just look good, Mariah Carey does good, as well. According to Essence Magazine, she ties none other than Elvis Presley for the artist who spent the most weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100. She also is the artist with the most No. 1 debuts in history, and she trails only The Beatles for the most Billboard-charting singles in history. Her music is adored by everyone from fans to presidents, including Barack Obama, and she’s branched out into acting, as well. Not bad for a woman who started out as a background singer for Brenda K. Starr! With a five-octave range and an incomparable pop style, Mariah Carey isn’t just known for her music. She’s parlayed her success across a variety of industries, which has helped her...
If Mariah Carey doesn’t do anything else, she is going to get to that Christmas bag! In time for the holiday, the singer is launching her own line of sweet treats just in time for National Cookie Day — which is observed on Dec. 4, reports Daily News. Mariah’s Cookies will have flavors that range from classic favorites to holiday treats in collaboration with restaurateur, Robert Earl, the founder of Planet Hollywood and owner of chains like Brio Italian Grille, Bertucci’s, and Bravo! Italian Kitchen. According to Daily News, most recently, Earl started Virtual Dining Concepts with a focus on delivery only food. “Mariah and I have chatted over the years about working together on a food business and, with her love of baking, cookies were a natural fit,” said Earl in a statement. “As Mariah is synonymous with the holidays and celebration, we will make sure that her special holiday flavors are available not only for the holidays but year-round.” The “All I Want For Christmas” singer...
Historically, Black communities have moved in pursuit of economic opportunity, from the Great Migration during the 1900s to today’s evolving workforce. Generations before sought dignity through factory jobs, public sector roles, and emerging industries, carving out spaces in a labor market that was never designed for them. In 2025, the landscape remains precarious, demanding strategic maneuvering in a system that continues to shift beneath workers’ feet. The latest employment figures reveal a market struggling under the weight of governmental shifts, corporate hesitancy, and economic uncertainty. According to The Wall Street Journal, February’s 151,000 new jobs were an improvement from January’s 125,000, but still fell short of the projected 170,000. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate inched up to 4.1%, signaling that more people are looking for work but not necessarily finding it. A Workforce Shaped By Policy, Not Just Performance Beneath the surface of job reports lies a deeper...
Editorial Note: Opinions and thoughts are the author’s own and not those of AFROTECH™. OpenAI has been the talk of the town ever since it released ChatGPT two years ago. Since then, the company has continued to showcase where it sees opportunities in artificial intelligence. In December, OpenAI held a 12-day event called 12 Days of OpenAI , a play on the song The Twelve Days of Christmas, in which each of the 12 days leading up to Christmas featured a new announcement. We all remember the lyric: “On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me.” The releases that captured the most attention during this period included ChatGPT Pro, which provided access to OpenAI’s latest models and tools for $200 a month; advancements on Sora, its tool that enables users to create images or videos via text; and 1-800-CHATGPT, a phone-accessible AI service that enhances accessibility, particularly for older generations. These 12 days made it clear that OpenAI wants AI to be seen as a partner...
Some facts about Black History Month have been well-established: Carter G. Woodson was a member of Omega Psi Phi fraternity. His frat created Negro History and Literature Week in 1924. Woodson sent out a press release to announce the first Negro History Week. He chose February to honor another historical legend, a formerly-enslaved-man-turned-activist Frederick Douglass, who had chosen February 14 as his birthday without knowing his real birthdate. Negro History Week was also chosen to honor former President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday on February 12. And on its 50th anniversary, in 1976, younger members of the Association for the Study of African American History extended Negro History Week to Black History Month. While all of these facts are inarguable, there’s one point that remains vague: What exactly are you supposed to do during Black History Month? Like Juneteenth , there were never any established rules. For employees who want to honor this month, are there tips for how to...
World-renowned boxer Floyd Mayweather is making headlines for a recent knockout away from the ring: the gift he gave his grandson on Christmas Day. This year for the holidays, little KJ became the owner of a $20 million building in the Diamond District of New York City as shown in a heartwarming video circulating on social media . The three-year-old is the son of Iyanna Mayweather and rapper NBA Youngboy (who has 12 kids total); while their relationship didn’t last, Floyd has infinite love for his grandson, even proudly showing off the toddler’s boxing skills over the summer. Through his success, Mayweather has created generational wealth for his family, including Iyanna’s four siblings and their children. He was once the fifth-highest-paid athlete of all time, ending his career with a 50-0 record. However, his achievements and earnings are not the result of an easy path. As CNN reports, the icon’s father, after being released from prison , began training him for success at an early...
Houston,TX, native and 32-time Grammy award-winning recording artist Beyoncé put on a halftime show performance at the NFL’s Christmas Day football game between the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans. She performed several hits from her most recent album, “ Cowbo y Carter” which pays homage to the often-forgotten Black history of country music . Mrs. Knowles-Carter, dressed in all-white cowboy regalia, sat atop a white horse led by a Black cowboy for her grand entrance onto the field. She was joined by backup dancers and the third-ward Texas Southern University marching band, Ocean of Soul. They delivered a “ Homecoming” -esque show that featured songs like “Blackbiird,” “Sweet Honey Buckiin,” and “Leviis Jeans,” which she collaborated with Post Malone, Shaboozey , Tanner Adell, Britney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy and Reyna Roberts on. As noted by Forbes, Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” World Tour earned over $600 million in revenue. While she has yet to announce concert dates for her “Cowboy...
The holiday season at the office can be a wonderful time to build camaraderie, boost morale, and share a few laughs. One simple way to bring coworkers together is by hosting a festive trivia session. These holiday-themed trivia questions can spark fun conversations, test everyone’s knowledge, and encourage friendly competition among colleagues. Why Host A Holiday Trivia Session Holiday trivia offers a lighthearted break from daily tasks and deadlines. By focusing on fun, seasonal topics, employees can relax, get to know one another, and celebrate the spirit of the holidays. This type of activity helps strengthen team bonds and can be easily incorporated into holiday parties, lunchtime gatherings, or virtual meetings. Classic Christmas Knowledge Do you know the other name typically given to eggnog? (Milk Punch) In the song “Frosty The Snowman,” what brings Frosty to life? (A magic hat) Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree? (Germany) How many reindeer...
Like many people, Ayesha Curry doesn’t handle setbacks well — but she doesn’t dwell on them either. In an interview on Inc. “From the Ground Up” podcast with Executive Editor Diana Ransom and Editor Christine Lagorio-Chafkin, the businesswoman, chef, and restaurateur said she gives herself 24 hours to feel the emotions — anger, sadness, confusion — before moving on. “But I’m never going to suppress. It’s not my thing,” Curry said. “I’m going to let it out and feel my feelings and then move on.” Curry’s mindset has been a game-changer for her mental health and a key factor in her entrepreneurial success, Essentially Sports reported . In 2023, the United States had 33.2 million small businesses, which account for 99.9% of all companies in the country, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration. As a successful entrepreneur, Curry’s ventures exemplify the resilience and drive required in this space. As previously highlighted by AFROTECH™ , Ayesha Curry, wife of NBA star Steph...
Business owners are watching a back-and-forth battle that’s become tougher than playing tennis against Coco Gauff , and neither side is backing down. The two opponents? Business owners (specifically a Texas gun shop, the National Small Business Association and the state of Alabama) versus the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury (USDOT). What are they debating about? Nationwide business owners being required to file the Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR) before January 1, 2025 in order to avoid a $591 fine, criminal penalties of up to two years in prison and repeat offenses that could lead to them owing $10K. What Is The Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR)? Effective January 1, 2024, many companies in the United States must report information about their beneficial owners (the people who own or control their companies) to FinCEN , a bureau of USDOT. Filing is free and a onetime occurrence in order to...
Life can change at any given moment, and this was the case for entrepreneur Parker Barbee. In 2022, Barbee was laid off from his job just before the Christmas holiday. This moment of uncertainty led him to jumpstart his passion for a staple dessert in his family — banana pudding. KSL News reports Barbee is the founder of dessert sweet shop Parfé Diem, located in Salt Lake City, UT’s Sugar House neighborhood. According to its website, it features a variety of pudding parfait flavors, including banana, strawberry cheesecake, pistachio, and chocolate. It also offers shortbread cookies and a creative twist on the classic ice cream sandwich, using pudding as the filling. View this post on Instagram A post shared by parfé diem 😋 pudding parfaits (@parfediem) Now, just in time for the holiday season, Barbee’s venture has received a significant boost through the NAACP Powershift Entrepreneur Grant, established by investor Daymond John of “Shark Tank.” The grant is $25,000 and is funded with...
Upon hearing “Pink Friday,” most people’s minds immediately jump to the Queen of Rap herself , Nicki Minaj. The Trinidadian femcee released her debut album on Nov. 22, 2010, via Cash Money Records, Universal Motown Records and Young Money Entertainment. Even as a newcomer, she nabbed impressive collaborations from names like Eminem, Drake, Rihanna and Kanye West, ultimately selling 375K copies in her first week out. This placed Minaj behind Lauryn Hill with the second-highest sales debut ever for a female rapper, and the mother of one has only continued to prove her power since. Over a decade later, she returned with “Pink Friday 2,” this time recruiting J. Cole, Lil Wayne, Future, Monica, 50 Cent and other icons to join her on the tracklist. Minaj’s 2023 LP debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making her the first female rapper with three albums to top the chart; she moved 228K album-equivalent albums at the time, 92,000 of which were pure sales. These statistics are all...