Maurizio Cattelan’s viral artwork, Comedian—a banana duct-taped to a wall—has sold for an astonishing $6.2 million (£4.9 million) at Sotheby’s in New York, shattering pre-sale expectations that estimated its value at one-fourth of the final price. The winning bid came from Chinese cryptocurrency entrepreneur Justin Sun, who outpaced six other bidders to secure the piece. […]
Former President Donald Trump says he will introduce new taxes on goods from Mexico, Canada, and China if he becomes president again. He claims this will help stop illegal immigration and drug smuggling into the U.S. Trump announced that on his first day as president, he will sign an order to put a 25% tax […]
Denzel Washington, the celebrated actor and cultural icon, is marking 10 years of sobriety and opening up about his past experiences with alcohol and drug use, which he admits caused significant harm to his body. In a candid interview with Esquire magazine, the “Gladiator II” star shared insights into his history of substance use, including […]
Eniola Shokunbi, a 12-year-old middle schooler from Connecticut, is working on a big project to make classrooms healthier. What started as a school assignment has now turned into a major initiative, with $11.5 million in state funding to create affordable air filters for schools. When Eniola was in fifth grade at Commodore MacDonough STEM Academy […]
As of 2024, Black entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators are making their mark as some of the wealthiest individuals in the United States. These trailblazers have amassed their fortunes across industries ranging from technology to sports, creating a lasting impact through their vision and determination. Here’s a closer look at the five richest Black Americans and […]