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Started out as a Makeup Artist, and Then Launched Her Own Makeup Line Now Worth $1 Million

Suzie Beauty was created by entrepreneur Suzie Wokabi, a US-trained makeup artist who runs her business in Kenya and initially found it hard to source quality makeup for her work. This motivated her to create her own makeup line. She struggled to receive financing for several years, using her home as a laboratory for her makeup collection. But now, her company is worth over $1 million.

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Reverend Dr. Candace M. Lewis Serves as the Fall 2019 Service of Consecration Speaker

Reverend Dr. Candace M. Lewis will serve as the speaker on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 7 p.m. at Gertrude Heyn Chapel for the fall 2019 Service of Consecration. Rev. Dr. Candace M. Lewis currently serves as District Superintendent for the Gulf Central District in the Florida Annual Conference.

As of today, humans have used more resources than Planet Earth can regenerate in a year

If Earth's resources were a bank account, today would mark the date we'd officially be in the red.

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AHF Presents Free World AIDS Day Concert Featuring Sheila E., Yandel and Becky G.

Miami concert on Friday, December 1st at the Bayfront Park Amphitheater will be co-hosted by Puerto Rican Comedian Aida Rodriquez.

In commemoration of World AIDS Day and in celebration of its 30th Anniversary, AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), the world’s largest HIV/AIDS service organization, will host a free concert event hosted by comedian Aida Rodriquez and featuring Grammy-nominated artist and actress Sheila E., Latin Grammy Award-winning reggaeton artist Yandel and hot, new singer-songwriter Becky G on Friday, December 1st at Miami’s Bayfront Park Amphitheater, located at 301 Biscayne Blvd.

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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority's National Educational Foundation Awards Historic $125,000 Founders' Centennial Scholarship

On December 1, 2021, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, an international women's service organization, and the Zeta National Educational Foundation, Inc. (ZNEF) announced that Janae Smith-Williams was awarded $125,000 as the recipient of its Triumphant Founder Pearl Anna Neal Centennial Scholarship. Applications for ZNEF 2022 scholarships for high school seniors, college and graduate students will open tomorrow, Dec. 2, 2021 at https://z-nefscholarships.smapply.org.

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Tensions in Red Sea disrupt cruise voyages

Cruise companies are being forced to cancel or reroute voyages as tensions in the Red Sea escalate.

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US Ambassador Kathleen FitzGibbon arrives in Niger

US Ambassador Kathleen FitzGibbon arrived in Niger on Saturday, the State Department announced, taking up her post as the United States and partners continue to grapple with the military takeover in that country.

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Madonna shares photo with father Silvio, 92, at Detroit concert near her hometown

Madonna is marking a significant stop on her “Celebration” world tour, which had a beloved family member in attendance.

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Rock Icon Rod Stewart: 'I have to do something' for Kids Who Trekked to D.C.

Three weeks ago, a group of children with disabilities and their parents chartered a bus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and headed to Washington to protest proposed cuts in Medicaid, the government health insurance they all rely on.

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Gov. Abbott: “I'm keeping a list of lawmake rs who oppose me during special session.” So is Texas Right to Life

Gov. Abbott: “I'm keeping a list of lawmakers who oppose me during special session.” So is Texas Right to Life, and the games have already started even before the opening bell

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Trump Says He Would Consult With China's Xi Before Speaking To Taiwan

US President Donald Trump has said that he would want to consult with Chinese President Xi Jinping before speaking to Taiwan's leader.

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At Pride Celebrations, Protesters Chant 'No Justice, No Pride'

At Pride celebrations across the United States on Sunday, a protest movement that aims to draw attention to the struggles of marginalized people within the LGBTQ community made itself heard.

Are You Registered to Vote?

My vote won’t count. I missed the deadline. The process is too hard. What are these statements? Excuses used by Americans as reasons why they don’t vote. And there are more than that with regards to black and brown people faced with lack of transportation, voter IDs laws, distrust of the system, and a lack of education of the process. However, I am of the belief that for every excuse there is a solution to resolve it. Stop thinking you won’t be heard.

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Are You Registered to Vote?

My vote won’t count. I missed the deadline. The process is too hard. What are these statements? Excuses used by Americans as reasons why they don’t vote. And there are more than that with regards to black and brown people faced with lack of transportation, voter IDs laws, distrust of the system, and a lack of education of the process. However, I am of the belief that for every excuse there is a solution to resolve it.

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CPR training at school now required in 38 states

An ordinary afternoon became extraordinary when Anthony Rosa Compres saved a man’s life.

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Lyft's latest driver perks: bank accounts and car repairs

Lyft continues to look for new ways to lure drivers to its platform. The ride-sharing company said Tuesday it will open its own repair shops nationwide, offering deep discounts on things like flat tire fixes, brake work and oil changes, and provide free bank accounts in a bid to attract and retain drivers.

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The shutdown is locking me out of the American Dream

As a high school special education teacher with a master's degree, I make $42,000 a year in my local district. For a single person where I live, that is a decent salary -- as long as you are not planning on buying a home.

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O'Rourke borrows Trump's attack line against 'Lying Ted' Cruz in Texas Senate debate

Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke aggressively cast Republican Sen. Ted Cruz as "all talk and no action" during the second -- and potentially final -- debate of the Texas Senate race Tuesday night.

Mexican President won't attend US-hosted Summit of the Americas due to exclusion of Cuba, Nicaragua and Venezuela

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said Monday he won't be attending the Summit of the Americas, hosted later on this week by the United States, due to the exclusion of several countries in the region.

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Klimt’s ‘last masterpiece’ sells for record-breaking $108.4 million

The last portrait completed by Gustav Klimt became the most expensive artwork ever to sell at a European auction Tuesday, when it sold for a staggering £85.3 million ($108.4 million) in London.