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Source: Houston Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers / Getty In October 2023 Chipotle Mexican Grill raised the menu prices before the the chain increased its prices in June of 2021 and in August of 2022.  Fast forward to December of 2024 and now we are learning that the popular fast-food chain is planning to increase their prices once again, this time by approximately 2%. But why?  In the past there have been various […]

The holiday season is a time for family, community, and celebration, but for Black families, the traditions that have been passed down through generations are particularly meaningful. These customs connect us to our rich cultural heritage and remind us of the resilience and joy that have defined the Black experience.  Kwanzaa, an annual celebration of African culture, takes place from December 26 to January 1, is one example. The annual […]

Source: Lyndon Stratford / Getty Enterprising organizations and highly motivated individuals use the fourth quarter to get a head start on the new year ahead. This is particularly true of side hustles, where strategic planning can lead to lucrative opportunities. With many people looking for ways to supplement their income or explore new passions, a new year offers a perfect chance to get ahead of your finances. Here are 15 […]

Source: invincible_bulldog / Getty Whether you’re slowly winding down your summer, counting down the days until fall, looking forward to getting toasty this winter or plotting on your plans for spring, one shared joy regardless of the season is a luxury hotel stay. Long gone are the days though where it saves to stay longer; now you can simply kick it for the day. The art of daycationing — a […]

Source: Paras Griffin / Getty The life of a bachelor can bear many gifts — freedom, first and only dibs on drinking out the carton and a general spot in the world to call your own is a lifestyle that many, many, many, many men dream about. 50 Cent can be seen as the apex goal of what it means to be that guy. On top of his place in […]

Source: Kevin Carter / Getty Travel can be expensive but when you can get a deal or something for free like a flight, you better hop on it and do it quickly.  Southwest Airlines has brought back for a very limited time their extremely popular companion pass program.  This program lets one person fly for free after you purchase a qualifying ticket, so basically a 2 for 1. STAY INFORMED! […]

Source: Emma McIntyre / Getty As we celebrate the sounds and sights of inspirational music this year, gospel music is undoubtedly present at countless festivals, expos, fairs, concerts, and live experiences. It’s necessary to pause and pay homage to gospel music history makers, including some of Christian hip-hop‘s leading figures and accomplishments. SEE ALSO: Jekalyn Carr Recreates Legendary Gospel Album Covers For Her 27th Birthday With so much black excellence to […]

  Source: Robert Gauthier / Getty In recent years, Kamala Harris has not only made headlines as the Vice President of the United States but also as a fashion icon. Her signature look—tailored power suits, silk blouses, and statement necklaces, often pearls—has become a symbol of strength and elegance. For political followers, women in business, and fashion enthusiasts, Harris’s wardrobe choices offer a blend of traditional and contemporary styles that […]

Source: Astrid Stawiarz / Getty The human heart plays such an important part in literally all of our lives, whether we’re using it as the ultimate symbol of love to show the ones we care about just how much they mean — shoutout to everyone celebrating Valentine’s Day next week! — or in the more literal sense to, well, circulate the blood in our bodies in order to survive. That’s […]