Posts by Kim Browne
Trump’s DHS Unveils Chilling Strategy to Avoid ICE Facilities Scrutiny
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth wants the Pentagon to tone any commemoration of Juneteenth way, way down, in keeping with his anti-diversity crusade. Hegseth’s office requested the Department of Defense take “a passive approach to Juneteenth messaging,” according to an email obtained by Rolling Stone. The Pentagon’s office of the chief of public affairs also said…
Read MoreBrooklyn’s Juneteenth Celebration Overflowed With Black Joy & Community
Attended by creatives, engineers, doctors, nurses, businesspeople, children, babies, and everybody in between, their Juneteenth event has become a homecoming and annual sanctuary—a place where people can reconnect and feel at ease. Whether folks choose to be by the DJ booth dancing, on the grass playing games or chilling along the perimeter of the park,…
Read MoreMeet The Influencer Helping K-Beauty Brands Cater To Dark Skin Tones
When beauty influencer Darcei Giles first tried a popular cushion foundation by Korean makeup brand TirTir, she knew it was not going to match her skin tone — but that was the point. The Toronto-based creative is known for her social media series, ‘Black Girl Tries’, where she attempts makeup styles, techniques, and products that…
Read MoreDonald Trump Is Already Waging War: Against Blue America
Importantly, Trump’s order purporting to authorize his intervention isn’t limited to Los Angeles; it could apply anywhere. Indeed, earlier this week he issued a Truth Social message proclaiming: “We must expand effort[s] to detain and deport aliens in America’s largest cities.” He continued: “ICE Officers are herewith ordered, by notice of this TRUTH, to do…
Read MoreTrump says he signed executive order extending deadline for TikTok closing
Published Thu, Jun 19, 2025 · 11:54 PM [WASHINGTON] US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (Jun 19) that he has signed an executive order extending the June 19 deadline for China-based ByteDance to divest the US assets of short-video app TikTok for 90 days. “I’ve just signed the Executive Order extending the Deadline for…
Read MoreAbu Dhabi state oil firm makes US$18.7 billion bid for Australia’s Santos
[SYDNEY] Abu Dhabi’s state-owned oil company is leading a takeover bid for Australian energy group Santos, valuing it at US$18.7 billion, the two firms said on Monday (Jun 16). Santos’ board said it plans to unanimously recommend the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s offer to shareholders if it can agree on the takeover terms. Adelaide-based…
Read MoreLivingstone Health’s strategy rooted in patient care and steady growth
[SINGAPORE] Livingstone Health is not in a rush to grow. Much like the lithops – a hardy succulent also known as a living stone, from which the company takes its name – the Singapore-based healthcare group is taking a slow and steady approach to expansion. The Catalist-listed company, which went public in 2021, operates 20…
Read MoreTrump’s Military Parade Was a Pathetic Event for a Pathetic President
“A huge reason why we’re here is because Trump doesn’t own patriotism in this country, and I don’t think we should let him,” said Eric Whitman, 42, of Washington, D.C. “I think it’s important for every American regardless of what party you’re in or who you voted for to come and support the military…. I…
Read MoreA ‘village’ where Alzheimer’s patients move about freely: Perennial’s new care model in China
[XI’AN] Near the scenic Qinling mountains of Xi’an is a life-sized replica of a typical Chinese town. It features residential blocks, a post office, grocery store, florist and playground. Bus stops line the road running through the town. Geese honk near a fountain, looking for food. Elderly people go about their morning exercise routines. This…
Read MoreYour Horoscope This Week: June 15 To 21
Cosmic beings, if you’ve been following my work for a while, you’ve probably heard me talk about the 2020 ascension, especially in my article for Refinery29 back in 2020 about what the world could look like by 2032. Now here we are, five years later, and the astrology is catching up to the prophecy. Pluto,…
Read MoreThe AI Industry Is Ready to Get Rich off Trump’s Defense Department
“My request to all of you is: Please, become rich off selling to the United States Army.” This was Army Secretary Dan Driscoll’s parting message at the end of his Exchange session at the AI+ Expo for National Competitiveness, earlier this month. It was the first day of the annual fair hosted by the Special…
Read More8 Pieces That Are the Secret Sauce to an Incredibly Chic Summer Outfit Rotation
Getting ready is not always easy, especially in the hotter months. At least, that’s my experience. There’s something about the heat that makes it hard to want to put in too much effort. Thankfully, there are some key pieces this season that make getting ready effortless—keeping you looking chic without any heavy lifting. I narrowed…
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