A federal judge wants an update on the purpose of a tarp being placed over a part of the facade of the Kennedy Center, installed after workers removed Donald Trump’s name from the arts institution. Last month, U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ordered the president’s name removed after the Kennedy Center board voted to add […]
Source: Deadline.
We’re awaiting several major decisions from the Supreme Court before the end of the 2026 term, including the high court’s rulings on birthright citizenship and whether President Donald Trump has the authority to unilaterally fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook
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If you haven’t heard by now, Amazon Prime Day is officially back, but don’t let the name fool you. The blockbuster savings are sticking around for much longer than a mere 24 hours. From June 23 through June 26, the everything store is slashing prices on top-tier finds across every single department. We’re talking home essentials and must-have tech gadgets as well as easy summer fashion buys and holy-grail beauty goodies. Even better? If you aren’t a Prime member just yet, you don’t have to miss out on the thrill of the hunt because the shopping party doesn’t stop at Amazon.com.
Take a browse across the web and you’ll see that several major retailers are dropping parallel deals that are just as compelling. Ulta, for example, is offering 20% off of nearly everything online. All you have to do is use the promo code PrimeTime (you see what they did there) to start saving. That means you can stock up on bestselling items like the hair-thickening Cécred Edge Drops, Chanel’s famously luxurious, completely clear sunscreen, or an undeniably flattering, signature parfum by Burberry.
Of course, Ulta isn’t the only retailer getting in on the competitive summer fun. Industry giants like Nordstrom and Wayfair are also rolling out massive savings events that rival any Prime Day markdown. To save you from endless scrolling and tab-fatigue, we’ve done the heavy lifting and gathered the absolute best, true investment pieces you shouldn’t miss. With only a couple of days left to enjoy the savings, the clock is officially ticking. Keep scrolling to shop the best sales happening during the 2026 Amazon Prime Day season now.
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Dating as far back as slavery, the tobacco industry has exploited Black communities. Enslaved people grew and harvested the crop on plantations. Eventually, the tobacco industry targeted Black communities with ads and sponsorships pushing addictive menthol cigarettes. Consequently, more than 80% of Black smokers use menthol cigarettes, compared to 43% of adult smokers overall, according to a study by researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and The City University of New York.
“Black communities have long been targeted by the tobacco industry, and we are still living with the consequences,” says Kendric Dartis, Vice President of Outreach and Engagement at Truth Initiative. “This is not just a public health issue, it is a social justice issue. Reclaiming our health starts with naming those tactics, protecting our communities, and making sure people have access to quitting support that is free, culturally relevant, and proven to help.”
Peddling tobacco in our communities has resulted in fatal consequences. Black Americans have higher death rates from tobacco-related causes than any other racial or ethnic group and are more likely to be exposed to secondhand smoke. Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death among Black Americans, taking approximately 45,000 lives each year through a range of illnesses such as cancer and heart disease. Not only has racism made tobacco use among the Black community pervasive, but it’s also made quitting challenging. Beyond the industry’s predatory marketing, environmental stressors influenced by racism can make it difficult to quit. Additionally, inequity in public health makes it harder to access the resources needed to quit tobacco use.
Organizations like Truth Initiative are working to change current outcomes. Through its Breath of Freedom coalition — part of the Culture + Cessation Collective — Truth Initiative is responding directly to the tobacco industry’s historical exploitation of Black communities by providing resources to help people quit. Through education and community support, this coalition is redefining the narrative around tobacco use and empowering Black communities.
Building on this work, Truth Initiative partnered with the NAACP earlier this year to advance its mission to end nicotine addiction in the Black community and make the resources needed to realize that goal more accessible. The two powerhouse organizations are achieving this through providing community education via workshops, advocating for stronger protections against tobacco products targeted at Black communities, and enhancing advocacy efforts.
Additionally, both organizations are partnering to expand access to EX Program by Truth Initiative, which is making quitting more accessible than ever. EX Program is a free, evidence-based quit program developed in collaboration with the Mayo Clinic. It’s flexible and meets you where you are, be it online or via text. Enrollees have access to a personalized quit plan, interactive support, and access to a large online community of people on the same journey.
What makes this program different? Research shows EX Program can increase your odds of quitting by up to 40%. Additionally, it removes financial barriers, considering it’s free and available nationwide. Whether you’re quitting cigarettes, vaping, hookah, or any other form of nicotine, EX Program is built to confidentially support you through every stage of the process.
The tobacco industry spent decades investing in our nicotine addiction, but it’s time we invest in our freedom. If you’re ready to take the first step, text JoinFreedom to 88709 or visit exprogram.com.
From The Hill
“Seinfeld” co-creator Larry David on Tuesday said the “UFC Freedom 250” event on the White House lawn last week made him “embarrassed to be an American.” David spoke with Variety about the fights while at the premiere of his sketch HBO series “Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America.” He…
England will assess the fitness of Reece James and Declan Rice before their final World Cup group game against Panama.
Source: BBC.
From The Hill
American soldiers are being tracked in real time by adversaries using data purchased from commercial smartphone providers, despite warnings to the Pentagon more than a decade ago, and Congress must act now to protect them.
When Messi was asked if he had a girlfriend on a soccer news show in 2009, he responded: “Yes, I have a girlfriend. She is in Argentina. The truth is that I am well and I am relaxed.” We stan a well, relaxed king!
Source: Vogue
Milly Alcock is the titular star of Supergirl, but the main attraction and secret sauce as far as I am concerned is a CGI dog named Krypto. So why did the filmmakers behind this cinematic reboot of DC’s female answer to Superman relegate poor Krypto, who was such a big part of making last year’s […]
Source: Deadline.
Alan Cumming, the host of Peacock’s hit reality series The Traitors today reflected on how the show’s “gothic and queer” aesthetic has captivated audiences and, maybe, sparked a shift in perceptions around queerness. Cumming told a Cannes Lions audience how the “theatricality and campiness, the gothic and queer vibe” have been key to the series’ […]
Source: Deadline.
On June 23, editors, designers, models, chefs, authors, and friends of Vogue celebrated the Summer issue at Morgenstern’s in New York.
Source: Vogue
