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IG Hustle Hacks Launches Live Class in Atlanta December 13th Teaching the Top Instagram Algorithm Tips
IG Hustle Hacks is launching their Exclusive Power Brunch Saturday, December 13th 10-1pm at ModeX Studios 3005 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA. This intensive in person and online seminar will teach business owners and influencers the unknown inside tips and hacks on how to boost your Instagram visibility and following. Founded by Emmy Nominated Sport Digital Media Pro AC "Brain" Christler , she brings her vast expertise from working with large corporations like Warner Brothers, T
Carl Agard
Nov 232 min read


Fannie Mae removes minimum credit score requirement for new home loan applicants starting November 2025.
Fannie Mae has announced a major policy change that could open the door to homeownership for millions of Americans. Beginning November 16, 2025, the agency will remove the current 620 minimum credit score requirement from its Desktop Underwriter (DU) system, allowing more flexibility in how borrowers are evaluated for mortgage approval. Instead of relying solely on credit scores, Fannie Mae will assess overall financial health through factors like rent payments, bill history,

Staff
Nov 111 min read


Red Carpet Reflections: Cafe Mocha's Salute THEM Awards at the HBCU First LOOK Film Festival Honoring Ryan Coogler
Last Thursday night, November 6th, I had the pleasure of covering the red carpet for the Mocha Cafe Salute Them Awards at the 2025 HBCU First LOOK Film Festival, held at the iconic Howard Theatre in Washington, D.C. The atmosphere was electric — a perfect blend of star power, cultural pride, and creative inspiration. The evening honored some of the most influential figures shaping arts, business, and community. Among the standout honorees was acclaimed filmmaker Ryan Coogler,
Justin Agard
Nov 102 min read


FULL BLOOM GLOBAL MEDIA PRESENTS: BLACK WOMEN IN MEDIA — A CELEBRATION OF POWER, PURPOSE, AND PARTNERSHIP
Atlanta, GA — The atmosphere at The Gathering Spot was electric on the evening of November 6th, as women from across the media industry united for a groundbreaking event: Black Women in Media, presented by Full Bloom Global Media. The event brought together some of the most dynamic female leaders shaping today’s storytelling landscape — from journalism and photography to television, film, and public relations. The panel featured an impressive lineup of powerhouse professional

Staff
Nov 103 min read


A Platinum Album & Only 10K in the Bank! Naturi Naughton-Lewis Talks Money Wellness at ABFF in Partnership with Ally Bank
Photo Credit: Keith Bulluck/Nice Crowd At the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) Pop-Up in New York City, Naturi Naughton-Lewis — actress, singer, and producer - took the stage for the Money Wellness & Creator Panel and delivered a raw, transparent reflection on her financial journey that reminded the audience that even with fame and success, financial peace doesn't always follow. The conversation quickly got real. Known for her breakout in the platinum-selling R&B group 3LW

Shakirah Gittens MBA
Nov 45 min read


The Fabulous Foundation & The Fabulous 40 & Over Club Present the 11th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Charity Fashion Show
[Atlanta, GA] — The power of fashion, philanthropy, and community unite once again as The Fabulous Foundation , in partnership with The Fabulous 40 & Over Club , proudly presents the 11th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Charity Fashion Show , taking place Saturday, October 26, 2025, from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Land Rover South Atlanta (3900 Jonesboro Road, Union City, GA 30291) . This signature fundraising event honors the courage and strength of all cancer survivors , blendin
Carl Agard
Oct 223 min read


From Service to Soul: The Heart of Chef Derrick Green’s Journey
On September 27th, 2025, the Starling Hotel in Atlanta was filled with warmth, laughter, and purpose as Full Bloom Global Media founder...
Shemariah Pradia and Full Bloom Global Media
Oct 123 min read


The Faces of Fashion: A Glam Experience Lights Up Atlanta
The Twelve Hotel at Atlantic Station transformed into a dazzling runway of creativity, culture, and community for the third annual Faces...

Shemariah Pradia
Sep 242 min read


How Vystar Ampitheater in Stockbridge, Georgia became one of the hottest venues in Atlanta
The VyStar Amphitheater at The Bridge — formerly the Stockbridge Amphitheater — has really come alive this summer, emerging not just as a...
Carl Agard
Sep 193 min read


New York Fashion Week: The Bureau Takes Gotham Hall by Storm
New York Fashion Week is always synonymous with glitz, glamour, and groundbreaking creativity—but this season, The Bureau at Gotham Hall...

Shemariah Pradia
Sep 174 min read


Captains of Industry Gala 2025: A Night of Unity, Culture, and Caribbean Pride
The 7th Annual Captains of Industry Gala, hosted by the Caribbean American Cultural Arts Foundation (CACAF), was nothing short of...

Shemariah Pradia
Aug 264 min read


Black on the Block: Celebrating Culture, Music & Community
Black on the Block is back and bigger than ever in 2025, bringing together Black-owned businesses, music, and community in a powerful...

Shemariah Pradia
Aug 203 min read


A White Linen Legacy: Where Elegance Meets Purpose at the 24th Annual Hank Stewart’s White Linen Affair
There are evenings that sparkle with style, and then there are moments that shimmer with meaning. On Saturday, July 26, 2025, the 24th...

Shemariah Pradia
Jul 315 min read


Melanin Money’s Wealth Weekend 2025 Unites Powerhouses, Purpose & Prosperity in Atlanta
ATLANTA, GA — On July 18–19, 2025, the Atlanta Marriott Marquis transformed into a buzzing epicenter of brilliance, vision, and...
Destinee Daily and Shemariah Pradia
Jul 233 min read


Brunch on Sundays: A Legendary Close to Essence Weekend with Nas
There’s nothing quite like Essence Weekend in New Orleans — and this year, it wrapped up with a vibe so iconic it’s still echoing through...

Shemariah Pradia
Jul 112 min read


ESSENCE Festival of Culture 2025: Still Lighting the Path for Community, Culture & Connection
Every summer, the heartbeat of Black excellence echoes loudest in the soul of New Orleans — and in 2025, the ESSENCE Festival of...

Shemariah Pradia
Jul 93 min read


JUNETEENTH IN DA ROCK Honoring Heritage, Empowering the Future on Historic 9th Street
LITTLE ROCK, AR — On June 21, 2025, from 7AM to 7PM, the heartbeat of Arkansas pulsed with renewed pride as Juneteenth in Da Rock...

Shemariah Pradia
Jun 244 min read


Boss XL Magazine Celebrates its Fifth Anniversary continuing its content on Entertainment and Financial Literacy
Who can forget the summer of 2020? The nation was in the grip of a deadly pandemic and demonstrations for social change was taking place...

Staff
Jun 222 min read


Alexis Skyy and the Financial Freedom Conference makes its first stop in Atlanta
Learning about your finances, knowing about improving your credit, and acquiring tips on investing your money is very important for an...
Carl Agard
Jun 162 min read


GIRLFRIENDS & CHAMPAGNE: WHERE HOLLYWOOD GLAMOUR MEETS PURPOSEFUL CONVERSATION
The Girlfriends & Champagne proved why it was an exclusive and empowering platform in the industry. The stage was poolside adding to the...

Destinee Daily
Jun 152 min read
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