A newly surfaced early painting by Jean-Michel Basquiat—one that has not been seen publicly for more than three decades—is set to go under the hammer at Sotheby’s Contemporary Evening Auction in New York on May 13. The untitled 1981 work, created when Basquiat was just 20 years old, carries a pre-sale estimate of $10 million […]
Alexis Herman, a pioneering force in American politics and the first African American to serve as U.S. Secretary of Labor, died Thursday at the age of 76, prompting tributes from across the political spectrum. Former President Bill Clinton, who appointed Herman to lead the Labor Department in 1997, praised her legacy of service. “Alexis Herman […]
Small business owners across the United States are pleading for relief from steep new tariffs on imported goods, warning that the higher costs are jeopardizing their survival. Senator Ed Markey, the ranking member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, formally raised the alarm on Friday in a letter to the Small Business […]
Tasha Lawson, a devoted mother, died just 11 days after discovering the lifeless body of her 20-year-old son, Tee’Andrick Lawson, who was allegedly beaten to death in what the family believes was a hate-fueled attack. On April 2, while Tasha was out of town, intruders reportedly broke into their home and assaulted Tee’Andrick. When the […]
For many Americans, tax season is an annual stressor—and this year is no exception. Between juggling work, family, and everyday responsibilities, filing taxes on time can feel like an uphill battle. If April 15 came and went and you still haven’t filed, don’t panic. There are still options to help you avoid penalties and regain […]
