As we begin a somber Pride Month, mourning the tragic deaths of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd at the hands of police and enduring the daily challenges of a pandemic, HBO’s We’re Here feels more urgent than ever. The moving docuseries, created by Stephen Warren and Johnnie Ingram, is more than just three divas—Bob the
Month: June 2020
“I’m not going anywhere. I’m not even playing the lottery,” my father Jerry P. Jackson said to my startled ears. It was the beginning of social isolation in March and he was taking every precaution against Covid-19. He had stocked up on food and wasn’t leaving his house in the Lithonia suburbs of Atlanta. I
Runway images courtesy of Imaxtree. Design by Danielle Campbell. Expert tips worth knowing. By Natasha Bruno Date June 4, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Welcome to Texture Talk, our weekly column that celebrates and deep dives into the dynamic world of curly hair, from crowns of curls that are free flowing to hair that’s tucked away in
I have never been an athletic person. Throughout elementary school, my mother relentlessly dragged me to any sports camp she could find, hoping I would find one I liked. I never did, and she eventually relented. In high school, I began going to a gym regularly, but other than that, my general disdain for sports
Iyanna Dior, a black trans woman who lives in Minnesota, is one of thousands who has been on the receiving end of violent attacks in the wake of the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery. A disturbing video clip of the attack, which reportedly took place on Monday, June 1, has been
There has been a flood of support for the Black Lives Matter movement from beauty brands over the last few days. But activists want to see more than just donations and black squares posted on social media; they want to see real cultural change within the corporations themselves. That’s why Sharon Chuter, founder and chief
All of the elegant summer vibes, none of the sweat This probably isn’t how you imagined your summer going. No sunny patio brunches, no after-work cocktails as the sun sets, no trips to the beach with friends. Just you, the walls of your freshly decorated living space and, if you’re lucky, some AC. Everything in
The Duchess of Sussex spoke to the graduating class of 2020. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 4, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, shared an emotional video message to the graduating class at her former high school overnight, addressing the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and more and the issue of
Releasing pent-up energy has always been one of the driving forces behind my commitment to daily workouts — but sometimes my eagerness to get moving actually does more harm than good. Case in point: I’ll skip the warmups of my at-home bodyweight classes and jump into the workout right when the instructor sounds off a
Beyoncé acknowledged the news yesterday that all four officers involved in George Floyd’s death have been charged, encouraging her fans to remain focused as the Black Lives Matter movement continues. The fight isn’t done. “The world came together for George Floyd,” she wrote on Instagram. “We know there is a long road ahead. Let’s remain
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Senior Peloton Instructor Alex Toussaint is speaking up about the impact of racism not only in his life, but in the lives of other Black Americans. In a passionate and heartbreaking video shared to his Instagram account on Wednesday, June 3, the fitness instructor is used his platform to bring attention to the realities of
After nearly a week of protests following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police, former President Barack Obama addressed the country in his first on-camera remarks about the national unrest during an Obama Foundation virtual town hall. Obama began his address by encouraging young people to protest peacefully and vote in every election, including
image via istockHere’s one way you can help fight anti-Black racism in Canada. By Pahull Bains Date June 3, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Systemic and institutionalized racism is a very real problem here in Canada. Aside from educating yourself on anti-Black racism, supporting Black-owned businesses, attending protests and speaking out about injustice, donating to worthy causes
I hate going into a workout with a full stomach, coffee included — which doesn’t help the fact that an energizing boost of caffeine often fuels my best sweat sessions. But, like many of my daily dilemmas, an episode of Shark Tank introduced me to a solution: Neuro Mints ($21) — breath mints that promote
Spencer PlattGetty Images As anti-police brutality protests have broken out across the country after the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis, more than 9,000 people have been arrested in connection to these demonstrations—a number that keeps growing every day. While the gatherings have been overwhelmingly peaceful, others have turned chaotic as police made arrests and
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Let us introduce you to your new favorite acronym: AMRAP, aka “as many reps as possible.” AMRAP workouts are a subset of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), which is known for its fat-burning, cardiovascular, and endurance-building benefits — and its efficiency. You go as hard and as fast as you can during the “on” interval, rest
I keep refreshing my social media feed looking for the end of the story. One of the promises of the internet is that if you keep clicking, you’ll see everything. And though I know, we all know, that’s a lie, there are enough small tidbits of closure to keep us scrolling, clicking, reacting, and scrolling
Photograph courtesy of Puma By Maddison Glendinning Date June 1, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Supermodel Cara Delevingne has teamed up with sportswear giant PUMA to create a limited edition collection in support of Pride Month. Called From PUMA with Love, the collection features 13 pieces to wear as you celebrate Pride Month (and beyond). The lineup
When it comes to losing belly fat, I always tell people that the best workout to get rid of belly fat doesn’t really exist. I know this is slightly annoying, but hear me out. We’re all unique people with different bodies, which respond to various styles of training differently. There may not be one perfect
The second season of Dirty John—subtitled The Betty Broderick Story—expands on the first season’s themes of lies and gaslighting within marriage while telling an entirely new true crime story. In 1991, Elizabeth “Betty” Broderick was convicted of murdering her ex-husband, medical malpractice lawyer Daniel Broderick, and his new wife Linda Kolkena. The murder was the
Photograph courtesy of Instagram/@MejuriWe’re all in this together. By Maddison Glendinning Date June 2, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter As social media feeds across the world black out today in support of #BlackOutTuesday, we’re taking a look at the Canadian brands that are supporting the Black Lives Matter movement in the fight against police brutality and systemic
There are two sets of sirens. One siren, sharp and constant, is punctuated by the other, which is harsh and honking and sounds like goose calls. It’s an ambulance and a fire truck, probably police. It sounds like danger. I’m listening from a hotel window, looking down from the 17th floor onto the dark, cold,