Daily Life
This Netflix Video Highlights Why Representation Is So Important
Diverse representation on both the big and small screens is essential for equality. And while plenty of network shows feature diversity in their lead characters, ……Read More
Lifestyle
Books
2017 Arab American Book Awards Announced: 3 Big Names, 1 Debut Novel
The winners of the 2017 Arab American Book Awards have been announced, with well-known authors Rabih Alameddine (fiction), Hayan Charara (poetry), and Steven Salaita (nonfiction) ……Read More
Immigration
Missing Burundi Robotics Team Highlights Visa System Flaws
From July 16-18, the 2017 FIRST Global Challenge was held in Washington, D.C. FIRST Global’s mission is to “inspire science and technology leadership and innovation ……Read More
Daily Life
Valerie Jarrett On African American Women’s Equal Pay Day: “Let’s Not Silence Ourselves”
I am a single Black woman and the sole breadwinner in my family. When my daughter was growing up, I felt the emotional and financial ……Read More
Daily Life
Kit Harington & Emilia Clarke On That Major Game Of Thrones Ice & Fire Meeting
Warning: This article contains spoilers about Sunday’s episode of Game of Thrones. Read at your own risk! Even Jon Snow is surprised about that fire ……Read More
Work & Money
Secret Sneaky Ways To Save Money As A Wedding Guest
A couple of years back, I flew to Paris for the wedding of a dear friend. I spent untold amounts on plane tickets, staying in ……Read More