Once dismissed, banned, and misunderstood — the durag is more than fabric. This deep dive unpacks its legacy, purpose, and the fine line between cultural pride and appropriation.

For years, durags have played an important role in hair care and as a fashion statement. Not everyone knows the history behind a durag, how to use one, or the benefits of wearing one. In this article, ...

The Atlanta Falcons made a splash in the 2024 NFL offseason, inking former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract to help turn around their franchise. Coming ...

Vashtie had plans for a big, celebratory wedding, but due to Covid-19, they had to be postponed. But she and her husband, Emil Boye, opted to get married secretly at City Hall wearing attire that was ...

It’s no secret that the Yankees are sticklers when it comes to the appearance of players. Dating back to the early years of George Steinbrenner’s ownership, the team has had a policy that bans players ...

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When it’s time for pitcher Marcus Stroman’s turn in the rotation, he runs to the mound to throw his warmup pitches, rap music blasting over the PA system to get him hyped up. He gets himself set, and ...

Jimi Thompson, known as Dammit Wesley, hears a lot of negative things about Charlotte. Like how the city has no culture, just condos. Last year, he set out to prove the critics wrong with the ...

American DJ, artist, director, and designer Vashtie Kola married her Danish partner Emil in March 2020 at City Hall. While the couple was initially supposed to host a typical reception, they swiftly ...