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Wise Words! “Vaccine” is The 2021 Merriam-Webster Word of the Year
“The story is about much more than medicine.”
Well, 2022 is right around the corner; believe it or not. With the new year on the horizon, the good folks over at Merriam-Webster are back, and they return to unveil the 2021 Word of the Year: “Vaccine.” The word was selected based on the lookup volume, the increase in interest in “Vaccine” as the […] More
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The GOAT! Two 1986 Michael Jordan Rookie Cards Break Records
Soaring!
After just a month, the 1986-87 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card has a new record price. Two cards appeared on the market this weekend, both boasting a Gem Mint PSA 10 grading. The cards sold for $738,000 USD each at Goldin Auctions. The record-setting prices showcase the surge that is notable with these particular Michael […] More
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Giving Back! Buchanan’s Whisky Establishes Community Fridges In Miami
Creativity and care!
The good folks over at Buchanan’s Whisky are looking to make an impact in Miami. The iconic label has paired up with three of Miami’s beloved artists Reyna Noriega, AholSniffsGlue, and Vic Garcia, to give back to the city. They have collaborated with Buddy System MIA to feed some of the city’s most vulnerable families […] More
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Look Back At It! Rolling Stone Reveals The Best Songs of 2020
The best of the best; in their opinion.
2020 is almost over, and we couldn’t be more excited. It’s been an interesting year, to say the least, but luckily we’ve had some great music to help get it through. As 2020 comes to a close, the good folks over at Rolling Stone have returned to take a look back at the year in […] More
A New Kind of Immersive Drive-In Movie Experience | Cinemauto
Making the most of the “new normal.”
2020 has been an interesting year, to say the least. The “new normal” is having an impact on everyone. In the face of social distancing, a new kind of drive-in movie and cultural experience has arrived. Cinemauto is launching in Los Angeles in Chinatown, providing an experience based in community, art, entertainment, and food. The […] More
And Here Are… | The Nominees For The 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards
Winners will be announced on September 20th!
It’s that time of the year already! Today the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards nominations have been announced, and streaming dominates the list of nominations. Netflix is at the top of the list, pulling in a record-breaking total of 160 nominations in total. They surpassed their rival HBO, which garnered 107 nominations in total. Netflix titles […] More
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Expanding Options | Uber Acquires Postmates
Part of the new normal.
The good folks over at Uber are back in the news, this time making moves and expanding their footprint. Today the word comes down that the ride sharing platform has purchased Postmates for $2.65B USD. The official news comes as the ride-sharing company looks to further its efforts in the delivery of groceries, essentials, and […] More
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Changes | LEGO Donates $4M USD To Support Black Children & Racial Equality
Aiming to build a better future!
The Danish toymaker, LEGO, is taking a stand and making a pledge. The company announced that it would be donating $4 million USD to organizations dedicated to supporting Black children and educating children about racial equality. The toymaker released a statement regarding the move. The statement reads: “We stand together with the Black community against […] More
The Return | Another New ‘Tiger King’ Episode Is Coming To Netflix
A closer look at the 2003 Siegfried & Roy tiger attack.
For those of you who can’t seem to get enough of ‘Tiger King,’ it’s back. The Netflix documentary series Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem, and Madness is expanding yet again. A new episode is reportedly on the way, though this time things are different. Instead of focusing on Joe Exotic, Carole Baskin, and the rest of […] More
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Game Changers | Samsung Pay, Debit Card & More Arriving In Summer
Big news coming from Samsung Pay’s vice president and GM.
The good folks over at Samsung are back with some big news. Today the word on the e-streets is that the company is reportedly rolling out its Samsung Pay services. These services will include a debit card and a supporting cash management account, which are set to arrive in the U.S. in the coming months. […] More
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Game Changers | Lyft Launches “Wait & Save” Program
Aiming to make ridesharing a bit more affordable.
The good folks over at Lyft are back in the news, offering more affordable rides in the process. Lyft has launched the “Wait & Save” program, which replaces its previous Shared Rides feature. The new program from the rideshare giant provides a more affordable option for users when needed. The program was announced in a […] More
Honoring The Greats | Kobe Bryant Headlines The Basketball Hall of Fame 2020 Class
Enshrining the Black Mamba!
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame has officially announced its 2020 class. This year nine members will be enshrined into the Hall of Fame, headlined by the Black Mamba, Kobe Bryant. The late-great Lakers star will be joined by the likes of Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett, amongst others. They are joined by 10-time […] More