By Sandy Connors The Business of “Brighter” $8.8 billion. That’s the estimated global value of the skin bleaching industry as of 2022, according to Global Industry Analysts. By 2026, it’s projected to grow to over $11.8 billion. These numbers aren’t just market data—they’re evidence of a thriving industry built on selling insecurity. From creams and […]
By Sandy Connors | Photo courtesy: Seattle Storm Dominique Malonga, the 6-foot-6 center selected No. 2 overall by the Seattle Storm in the 2025 WNBA Draft, is already drawing comparisons to the league’s elite. At just 19 years old, Malonga is viewed by league executives as a future cornerstone of the WNBA. In the annual WNBA […]
By:Darlingtina Esiaka | Theconversation.com For many people, grit – the perseverance and passion for long-term goals – is a virtue. It is also a key ingredient in overcoming challenges, achieving success and maintaining resilience. Studies have linked grit with success in goal attainment, improved psychological well-being and increased life satisfaction. But despite conventional narratives equating this type of psychological persistence with […]
Karl Marx’s assertion that “Religion is the opium of the people” stands as one of the most incisive and debated critiques of religion in the annals of modern thought. Originating from his 1843 work, A Contribution to the Critique of Hegel’s Philosophy of Right, this statement encapsulates a profound analysis of religion’s societal role, particularly […]
By Jose M. Vantroi Reyes T. | Editorial credit: Rokas Tenys / shutterstock.com For me, the election of a new Pope —both because of how quickly it happened and because of who was chosen— fills me with enthusiasm. Although I consider myself a Catholic with limited participation in Church rituals, I have embraced its values […]
By Sandy Connors We’ve all been there. You walk into a room and instantly forget why. You blank on someone’s name two seconds after hearing it. Or worse, you lose your damn keys again. If you’re sitting there wondering, “Why the f*ck do I keep forgetting things?”—you’re not alone, and you’re not broken. You’re human. […]
By Sandy Connors Experiencing a vacation in the Caribbean often proves to be an enchanting journey filled with lush landscapes, vibrant cultures, and warm-hearted locals. It isn’t uncommon for tourists to find romance blossoming in such an inviting atmosphere. Yet, what begins as an idyllic love story can quickly become complex, especially when marriage and […]
Washington, DC: Americans are recoiling after experiencing the first months of the Trump administration’s mass detention and deportation assault across the country. Americans are witnessing the targeting of long-standing, law-abiding members of our communities, seeing families torn apart, and watching how due process rights and common-sense enforcement priorities are trampled in the process (see our “Trump’s America” map for a […]
By Paradise Destinations Travel Memorial Day Weekend is more than just a federal holiday—it’s the unofficial start of summer and the perfect opportunity for a quick weekend getaway. Whether you’re planning to travel domestically or internationally, Memorial Day Weekend offers a chance to relax, explore, and reflect. In this article, we’ll explore top destinations, travel […]
By Mary Campbell | Editorial credit: Christopher Penler / shutterstock.com Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan has been federally indicted on charges of obstruction and concealing an individual to prevent arrest, following allegations that she aided an undocumented immigrant in evading U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The indictment stems from an incident […]