Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated 19 million dollars to Voorhees University. The historically Black university, located in Denmark, South Carolina, will use the funds for scholarships, endowment growth, and facility upgrades. University President Dr. Ronnie Hopkins described the contribution as a powerful endorsement of the institution's work.
This marks Scott's second major gift to Voorhees, following a four-million-dollar donation several years prior. That earlier funding reportedly helped the university increase its enrollment and launch new programs in business, healthcare, and STEM fields. Scott has a history of supporting historically Black colleges and universities, including Howard University, Morgan State University...
Kroger is offering a complete Thanksgiving meal bundle for ten people, priced under 4.75 dollars per person. The Freshgiving package includes a frozen turkey and fifteen other holiday items such as stuffing, potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie ingredients.
The retailer's initiative aims to provide an affordable holiday dinner as inflation and avian flu have impacted food costs and turkey supplies. Other chains like Walmart, Target, and Amazon are also promoting competitively priced holiday meal deals this season.
McDonald's is reintroducing the McRib sandwich for a limited time, though availability is initially restricted to several major metropolitan areas, including Atlanta, Chicago, and Los Angeles. The company indicated that a broader rollout to additional cities may follow.
The seasonal item, first introduced decades ago, features a boneless pork patty with barbecue sauce, onions, and pickles on a long roll. Its sporadic return has historically generated significant consumer interest. The fast-food chain is also launching its Holiday Pie nationwide.
A$AP Rocky has launched a new collection of Swarovski-studded Wayfarer sunglasses for Ray-Ban, reflecting his role as the brand's creative director. The line features several tiers, including a premium Diamond Edition and more accessible crystal-adorned or colorful frames.
The collaboration merges streetwear aesthetics with high fashion, a signature approach for the artist. The entire collection is available for purchase on the Ray-Ban website, with select styles also offered at Sunglass Hut. Prices vary significantly across the different editions.
Republican lawmakers are conditioning their support for extending Affordable Care Act subsidies on the introduction of stricter abortion restrictions. They propose banning states from using any funds, including non-federal dollars, for abortion coverage within ACA marketplace plans.
This demand threatens the renewal of premium tax credits that help lower-income Americans afford health insurance. Democrats have rejected the proposal, arguing the existing law already complies with federal funding bans. The impasse risks increasing insurance costs for millions and destabilizing the insurance market.
A lawsuit filed in San Diego accuses the rapper B.o.B. of sexual assault following a performance at the Tequila & Taco Music Festival. A plaintiff, identified as a married mother and cancer survivor, alleges the artist's manager invited her to a private party at a hotel after she joined him on stage.
The legal filing states that once inside a penthouse suite, B.o.B. groped her without consent, made a suggestive comment, and kissed her forcibly. It further claims his wife entered the room but was told to leave, while other individuals present failed to intervene. The alleged assault occurred after the woman's companion had briefly stepped away.
Cardi B posted a cryptic social media image featuring Jeezy's iconic Snowman symbol with a black crow perched on it. She accompanied the picture with a message forecasting snow for the following day at noon Eastern Standard Time, fueling fan speculation about a potential musical collaboration.
This visual merger of Jeezy's long-standing persona with the crow imagery from her own recent album rollout has intensified rumors. Listeners have recently expressed a desire for Jeezy to appear on a remix of her song "ErrTime." Neither artist has yet confirmed the speculation.
The musician SZA has launched a partnership with the Jon & Vinny's restaurant chain to provide free meals to Los Angeles residents affected by interruptions in SNAP benefits. She proposed the initiative, which will distribute 1,400 meals over seven days.
Beginning November 11, the program will offer one hundred dinners for two daily for takeout from the Slauson Avenue location. Los Angeles-based SNAP recipients can arrange to pick up a maximum of four meals per family by contacting a dedicated email address.
Ahead of crucial World Cup qualifying matches, Reggae Boyz captain Andre Blake stated that a successful campaign would provide a significant morale boost for Jamaica following the devastation of Hurricane Melissa. He acknowledged the difficult circumstances across the country but noted public excitement over the team's opportunity.
Blake expressed that qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup would bring happiness to many citizens. The Jamaican squad is in a strong position after a recent 4-0 win against Bermuda. Their next match is against Trinidad and Tobago at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, followed by a final qualifier against Curacao in Kingston.
