Former Supermodel Halima Aden Speaks Further On Why She Left The Fashion Industry

Halima Aden (the first hijabi-wearing model to feature on the cover of Vogue magazine) quit modelling last year November due to it compromising her Muslim faith. In a recent interview with BBC, Halima Aden explained her decision further. The 23 year old explained how in the beginning of her career she made sure to carry her own hijabs and clothing to every shoot, even getting … Continue reading Former Supermodel Halima Aden Speaks Further On Why She Left The Fashion Industry

Nottingham Trent University Announces Student Rent Waiving During The Lockdown

Nottingham Trent University has become the latest University to allow students, who are not occupying their accommodations, to be free from their rent. The University announced on their website that their students who aren’t occupying their NTU-owned or operated rooms, will not have to pay their rent from January 4 up to and including February 21. In a statement, the University said: “Currently, the Government … Continue reading Nottingham Trent University Announces Student Rent Waiving During The Lockdown

First Lady Melania Trump Releases Statement Regarding U.S Capitol Riots

First Lady Melania Trump has released a statement condemning the riots that took place at the U.S Capitol last week Wednesday (06/01/21). Released on WhiteHousegov.com, her statement reads: “Like all of you, I have reflected on the past year and how the invisible enemy, Covid-19, swept across our beautiful country. All Nations have experienced the loss of loved ones, economic pain, and the negative impacts of … Continue reading First Lady Melania Trump Releases Statement Regarding U.S Capitol Riots

Black Female-Founded Partake Foods Raises $4.8 Million In Funding From Investors Including Rihanna, Jay Z and Bobby Wagner

A black female-founded vegan cookie company has raised $4.8 million in funding from investors that include Rihanna, Jay Z’s Marcy Venture Partners and Seattle Seahawks’ Bobby Wagner. Other investors include Kevin Johnson’s Black Capital, Black Star Fund, John Foraker, CircleUp Growth Partners and FF2032. Over half of the funding is from black investors; the funding will contribute to product manufacturing, marketing, distributing, operations and help … Continue reading Black Female-Founded Partake Foods Raises $4.8 Million In Funding From Investors Including Rihanna, Jay Z and Bobby Wagner