Ishmael Reed's "Mumbo Jumbo, " a fascinating postmodern tale from 1972, turns the spotlight on Jes Grew. At its core, Jes Grew is a phenomenon representing the rise of African American popular culture, infused with the rhythms of jazz and the mystique of neo-hoodoo. The story uses a clever device: p
Elections always shake things up, and the latest one is no different. The Federal Reserve is planning to lower interest rates again on Thursday. Why? To tackle inflation, which has been bothering many Americans. But here's where it gets tricky. The new President-elect, Donald Trump, has some bold ec
Grant Hill might be known for his impressive basketball career, but his smart money moves are what really make him stand out. In a league full of wealthy players, Hill has carved out a special place for himself as a post-retirement superstar in the business world. Hill didn't follow the typical
Picture this: the chief editor of the Washington Post, David Shipley, calls a huddle. The agenda? The newspaper won't be backing any presidential candidate. Shipley isn't happy, making it clear that staffers can walk if they don't like it. He even tried to persuade the paper's owner, billionaire Jef
A music producer planning to release a song by the late Liam Payne has decided to delay the release. Sam Pounds, who worked with Payne, initially announced the song "Do No Wrong" would come out this Friday. However, after Payne's sudden death in Argentina, Pounds changed his mind. He wants the famil
Even after they're gone, some stars still rake in big bucks. In 2024, musicians like Michael Jackson and Freddie Mercury topped the list of highest-paid dead celebrities. Their music catalogs and estate deals brought in millions. But it's not just about the tunes—TV actors like Matthew Perry also ma
In late 2022, supermodel Gisele Bündchen and her new partner, Joaquim Valente, announced that they were expecting their first child together. Naturally, the spotlight turned to Gisele's ex-husband, NFL legend Tom Brady. The pair, who share two children together, finalized their divorce just months b
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon and owner of The Washington Post, recently explained why the newspaper decided to stop endorsing presidential candidates. He thinks this move will make the newspaper seem fair and unbiased. "No voters are swayed by newspaper endorsements, " Bezos said. "It only crea
The Washington Post has decided not to endorse any presidential candidates this year or in the future, according to an announcement by its publisher, Will Lewis. This choice was made by the paper's owner, Jeff Bezos, who blocked an endorsement for Vice President Kamala Harris. Lewis said this isn't
Freddie Freeman, a standout first baseman for the Dodgers, made World Series history with a walk-off grand slam in Game 1 against the Yankees. This wasn't just any baseball moment; it was a culmination of years of dedication and hard work. As a kid growing up in Orange County, California, Freeman sp
