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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Nourishing Our Roots: A Juneteenth Celebration of Heritage and Wellness
Chicago, IL, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Girl Vitamins (BGV), a brand committed to empowering the Black community, today announced its comprehensive "Nourishing Our Roots" campaign in honor of Juneteenth. The theme encourages Black women to reflect on the deep historical roots of their heritage, which face ongoing risks of erasure, and to prioritize the roots of their wellness, essential for maintaining health in a world that often fails to prioritize their Girl Vitamins believes that Juneteenth, celebrating the end of slavery in the United States, has evolved beyond a mere holiday; it represents a crucial act of cultural preservation. The campaign underscores BGV's unwavering commitment to reminding its audience of the power, heritage, and well-being found inherently within the Black community. The brand will honor the holiday with a special sale, exclusive bonus gifts, a commemorative brand photoshoot, and a nationwide Juneteenth event tour. A portion of all proceeds will directly support BGV's ongoing commitment to empowering aspiring medical students. Juneteenth Sale and Limited-Edition Gifts To kick off the celebration, Black Girl Vitamins will host a special Juneteenth sale from June 16 to June 20. The sale will include their famous BGV's Collagen Powder, a kitchen essential, extremely versatile and easy to use. This collagen powder dissolves within seconds and blends seamlessly with any meal, making it an effortless addition to daily nutrition by seamlessly incorporating this collagen into cultural foods, simultaneously enriching the body with added protein. This supplement is designed to promote joint health, enhance bone strength, improve skin elasticity, and offer numerous other benefits, aligning with the campaign's focus on holistic wellness. As an additional token of appreciation and celebration, BGV will include limited-edition gifts such as commemorative BGV pins, satin bonnets, convenient pill cases, and exclusive Juneteenth postcards in the first 2,000 orders placed during the sale! Customers can apply the discount code NOURISH19 for orders totaling $60 and over. Commemorative Photoshoot Captures Black Joy Reinforcing the "Nourishing Our Roots" theme, Black Girl Vitamins will unveil a specially curated 90s cookout-themed brand photoshoot. This visual campaign is designed to be a vibrant representation of Black culture, joy, and community in its rawest and most authentic form. The imagery aims to evoke feelings of nostalgia, warmth, and collective celebration, showcasing the beauty and resilience inherent in Black heritage. The photoshoot will serve as a powerful visual anchor for the campaign, emphasizing the importance of cultural preservation through shared experiences and unadulterated joy. It will be disseminated across BGV's digital platforms, inspiring and connecting with audiences Juneteenth Event Tour Connects Communities To engage directly with and uplift local communities across the country, Black Girl Vitamins will embark on a multi-city Juneteenth event tour, sponsoring and/or having a significant presence at various celebrations. This tour underscores BGV's dedication to fostering community connections and extending its message beyond e-commerce. A major highlight of the tour includes Black Girl Vitamins' sponsorship of Refine Collective's 5th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Market in Chicago. This prominent event is expected to draw over 3,000 attendees, offering a vibrant atmosphere with more than 70 vendors, diverse food options, lively music, and positive vibes, all converging to nourish culture in BGV's home base. Engaging Audiences at Key Locations The tour continues with a significant presence at Amazon HQ2's Juneteenth Event on June 19, 2025, in Arlington, Virginia (1400 South Eads Street, 501 15th St.). Black Girl Vitamins willbe one of only a few select brands featured at this large-scale corporate celebration, which anticipates over 3,000 attendees. This engagement provides a unique opportunity for BGV to connect with a diverse professional audience and further its mission of wellness and empowerment. Beyond these major events, the BGV team plans to make additional stops across the country. These engagements are designed to allow the brand to connect personally with customers, further foster community, and share product samples in some cities. Planned stops include Atlanta, Georgia; Detroit, Michigan; Grand Rapids, Michigan; New Orleans, Louisiana; and Columbus, Ohio, ensuring a wide national reach for their Juneteenth celebration. Through these multifaceted initiatives – from a special sale focused on nutritional essentials and exclusive gifts to a commemorative photoshoot and a broad national event tour – Black Girl Vitamins is not just honoring Juneteenth. It is actively engaging in cultural preservation and promoting holistic wellness within the Black community, reinforcing its commitment to empowerment and supporting the next generation of medical professionals. For more details and updates, visit or follow them on Instagram. About Black Girl Vitamins Black Girl Vitamins (BGV) is a Black-owned health and wellness brand dedicated to addressing the unique nutritional needs of Black women. Founded with expert guidance from Dr. Standifer-Barrett, Dr. C Nicole Swiner, and Dr. Chinyere Okpaleke, BGV offers science-backed, high-quality supplements formulated to combat health disparities such as Vitamin D deficiency, anemia, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). Currently available at and online through their website, BGV empowers Black women to thrive in their wellness journeys. With a commitment to representation and community, BGV partners with Black medical professionals, sponsors initiatives like the $100,000 scholarship fund for Black women pursuing healthcare-related degrees, and collaborates with organizations such as Howard Women's Basketball. Since its founding, BGV has reached over 200,000 women, building a community driven by health, empowerment, and inclusivity. Learn more at CONTACT: Heather Holmes heather@ 1+(828)332-5307
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Nourishing Our Roots: A Juneteenth Celebration of Heritage and Wellness
Chicago, IL, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Girl Vitamins (BGV), a brand committed to empowering the Black community, today announced its comprehensive "Nourishing Our Roots" campaign in honor of Juneteenth. The theme encourages Black women to reflect on the deep historical roots of their heritage, which face ongoing risks of erasure, and to prioritize the roots of their wellness, essential for maintaining health in a world that often fails to prioritize their Girl Vitamins believes that Juneteenth, celebrating the end of slavery in the United States, has evolved beyond a mere holiday; it represents a crucial act of cultural preservation. The campaign underscores BGV's unwavering commitment to reminding its audience of the power, heritage, and well-being found inherently within the Black community. The brand will honor the holiday with a special sale, exclusive bonus gifts, a commemorative brand photoshoot, and a nationwide Juneteenth event tour. A portion of all proceeds will directly support BGV's ongoing commitment to empowering aspiring medical students. Juneteenth Sale and Limited-Edition Gifts To kick off the celebration, Black Girl Vitamins will host a special Juneteenth sale from June 16 to June 20. The sale will include their famous BGV's Collagen Powder, a kitchen essential, extremely versatile and easy to use. This collagen powder dissolves within seconds and blends seamlessly with any meal, making it an effortless addition to daily nutrition by seamlessly incorporating this collagen into cultural foods, simultaneously enriching the body with added protein. This supplement is designed to promote joint health, enhance bone strength, improve skin elasticity, and offer numerous other benefits, aligning with the campaign's focus on holistic wellness. As an additional token of appreciation and celebration, BGV will include limited-edition gifts such as commemorative BGV pins, satin bonnets, convenient pill cases, and exclusive Juneteenth postcards in the first 2,000 orders placed during the sale! Customers can apply the discount code NOURISH19 for orders totaling $60 and over. Commemorative Photoshoot Captures Black Joy Reinforcing the "Nourishing Our Roots" theme, Black Girl Vitamins will unveil a specially curated 90s cookout-themed brand photoshoot. This visual campaign is designed to be a vibrant representation of Black culture, joy, and community in its rawest and most authentic form. The imagery aims to evoke feelings of nostalgia, warmth, and collective celebration, showcasing the beauty and resilience inherent in Black heritage. The photoshoot will serve as a powerful visual anchor for the campaign, emphasizing the importance of cultural preservation through shared experiences and unadulterated joy. It will be disseminated across BGV's digital platforms, inspiring and connecting with audiences Juneteenth Event Tour Connects Communities To engage directly with and uplift local communities across the country, Black Girl Vitamins will embark on a multi-city Juneteenth event tour, sponsoring and/or having a significant presence at various celebrations. This tour underscores BGV's dedication to fostering community connections and extending its message beyond e-commerce. A major highlight of the tour includes Black Girl Vitamins' sponsorship of Refine Collective's 5th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Market in Chicago. This prominent event is expected to draw over 3,000 attendees, offering a vibrant atmosphere with more than 70 vendors, diverse food options, lively music, and positive vibes, all converging to nourish culture in BGV's home base. Engaging Audiences at Key Locations The tour continues with a significant presence at Amazon HQ2's Juneteenth Event on June 19, 2025, in Arlington, Virginia (1400 South Eads Street, 501 15th St.). Black Girl Vitamins willbe one of only a few select brands featured at this large-scale corporate celebration, which anticipates over 3,000 attendees. This engagement provides a unique opportunity for BGV to connect with a diverse professional audience and further its mission of wellness and empowerment. Beyond these major events, the BGV team plans to make additional stops across the country. These engagements are designed to allow the brand to connect personally with customers, further foster community, and share product samples in some cities. Planned stops include Atlanta, Georgia; Detroit, Michigan; Grand Rapids, Michigan; New Orleans, Louisiana; and Columbus, Ohio, ensuring a wide national reach for their Juneteenth celebration. Through these multifaceted initiatives – from a special sale focused on nutritional essentials and exclusive gifts to a commemorative photoshoot and a broad national event tour – Black Girl Vitamins is not just honoring Juneteenth. It is actively engaging in cultural preservation and promoting holistic wellness within the Black community, reinforcing its commitment to empowerment and supporting the next generation of medical professionals. For more details and updates, visit or follow them on Instagram. About Black Girl Vitamins Black Girl Vitamins (BGV) is a Black-owned health and wellness brand dedicated to addressing the unique nutritional needs of Black women. Founded with expert guidance from Dr. Standifer-Barrett, Dr. C Nicole Swiner, and Dr. Chinyere Okpaleke, BGV offers science-backed, high-quality supplements formulated to combat health disparities such as Vitamin D deficiency, anemia, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). Currently available at and online through their website, BGV empowers Black women to thrive in their wellness journeys. With a commitment to representation and community, BGV partners with Black medical professionals, sponsors initiatives like the $100,000 scholarship fund for Black women pursuing healthcare-related degrees, and collaborates with organizations such as Howard Women's Basketball. Since its founding, BGV has reached over 200,000 women, building a community driven by health, empowerment, and inclusivity. Learn more at CONTACT: Heather Holmes heather@ 1+(828)332-5307
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Alternate Side Parking suspended: List of dates for June
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Finding a parking spot in New York City can be a challenge, especially when adhering to street signs with parking regulations. Drivers may notice street signs sporting a 'P' crossed by a broom with days and times listed for when parking isn't allowed. More Local News Those found violating the rules may be ticketed, even if a street sweeper has already passed. Throughout the year, there are specific days where Alternate Side Parking rules are suspended. In June, ASP rules will be suspended in observance of Shavuot, Eid Al-Adha, and Juneteenth. Parking rules will be suspended on the following days: June 2 and 3: Shavuot June 6 and 7: Eid Al-Adha June 19: Juneteenth Drivers are reminded that parking within 15 feet of either side of a fire hydrant is illegal and that painted curbs at hydrant locations do not indicate where they can park. Cars parked near fire hydrants will be ticketed. Parking meters will remain in effect citywide. Vehicle owners are encouraged to check online or dial 311 for updates. Click here to see the full ASP suspension calendar. Ben Mitchell is a digital content producer from Vermont who has covered both local and international news since 2021. He joined PIX11 in 2024. See more of his work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Juneteenth festival promoter files legal action against City of Pittsburgh
The promoter of the region's largest Juneteenth festival has filed legal action against the city of Pittsburgh. B. Marshall filed what's known as a writ of mandamus against the city in an effort to compel the city to issue a permit for his celebration. Marshall has everything in place for the celebration that is set for Mellon Park in East Liberty on June 19-22, except the final permit from the city. Channel 11 spoke with Marshall's attorney, who says Marshall filed the paperwork in February but has yet to hear from the city. Attorney Phil DiLucente said he's hoping the legal filing will propel the city to finally act. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
New York Post
2 days ago
- Politics
- New York Post
Media embraced Biden White House's ‘cheap fakes' story until ill-fated debate, new book reveals
The Biden White House and its allies in the legacy media were essentially telling voters not to believe their lying eyes in 2024 when pushing the now-infamous 'cheap fakes' narrative. A new book detailing Biden's cognitive decline has dominated headlines and has reignited scrutiny of how the media shielded the then-presumptive Democratic nominee, particularly when it came to his age. In the weeks leading up to the disastrous debate performance exposing his cognitive decline on the world stage, Biden went viral on multiple occasions in videos his critics said showed him losing his faculties. The first was of him appearing completely frozen while others danced around him at Juneteenth celebration at the White House. The second was of him appearing to wander off at the G-7 Summit away from other world leaders while trying to engage with paratroopers, only to be corralled by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The third was Biden's freezing moment at an L.A. fundraiser which showed former President Barack Obama escorting him offstage. 7 The media is facing scrutiny over coverage of Joe Biden's cognitive decline. Getty Images It wasn't until the latter that the Biden White House latched onto the term 'cheap fakes' to describe the viral videos they said were misleading and peddled by right-wing foes of the then-presumptive Democratic nominee. 'I think you have all called this the 'cheap fakes' video. And that's exactly what they are,' White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters at a press briefing last June. 'They're done in bad faith.' Jean-Pierre was likely referring to The Washington Post, a pioneer in dismissing Biden's viral moments as 'cheap fakes.' 7 Biden went viral in videos his critics said indicate a loss of his faculties, such as appearing to wander off at the G-7 Summit away from other world leaders. X/RNCresearch 7 A Democratic fundraiser in LA shows President Biden appearing to freeze up and get lost on stage. X/CollinRugg 7 Former President Barack Obama escorted Biden offstage. X/CollinRugg The Post used 'cheap fakes' to shield Biden from scrutiny as early as July 2022 in a fact check accusing an RNC social media post of painting 'a misleading picture of mental fitness' based on a viral moment Biden had while in Israel. It defined 'cheap fakes' as 'the practice of misrepresenting events that take place in a video by adding or leaving out context.' Fast-forward to June 2024, when The Post published a lengthy report combating Republicans sharing embarrassing clips of Biden during his trip to Normandy, including when he awkwardly paused while bending to sit down as others remained standing. 'Such deceptively edited videos, known as 'cheap fakes,' have become staples of Republican attacks against the president,' The Post told readers at the time. 7 'I think you have all called this the 'cheap fakes' video. And that's exactly what they are,' White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters at a press briefing in June about the clips they claim were misleading. REUTERS NBC News accused Republicans of pushing a 'false' narrative by claiming Biden was wandering aimlessly at the G7 summit. 'Experts have warned that while advanced technology like generative artificial intelligence can spread misinformation, so-called cheap fakes that often use only minor or selective editing can be more effective at spreading false narratives,' NBC News wrote . The New York Times ran a story with the headline 'How Misleading Videos Are Trailing Biden as He Battles Age Doubts,' insisting the viral clips were either 'edited or lack[ed] context,' and CBS News released a report sounding the alarm on 'cheap fakes' and their impact on the upcoming election, echoing the White House's claim that Biden is 'victim to a simpler version of 'deepfakes.'' 7 The newly released book 'Original Sin' focuses on Joe Biden's mental and physical fitness during his run for a second term as president. Getty Images CNN chief media analyst Brian Stelter offered an explainer of what 'cheap fakes' are and similarly warned about their impact on the 2024 race. 'We've been worried for years about AI deepfakes that computer-generated images are going to trick people into believing something that's totally false. Cheap fakes are a little bit simpler,' Stelter said. 'They're cheap,' he continued. 'They're just distorted, out-of-context videos chopped up in certain ways, constructed in certain ways. That's what we're seeing.' Start your day with all you need to know Morning Report delivers the latest news, videos, photos and more. Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters CNN host Abby Phillip offered a rather sober message to her viewers, saying, 'The November choice is between two old men. We know that. But tonight, I want to talk to you about the Joe Biden that Republicans want you to see and the pipeline of videos that aren't telling the full truth. And those videos are probably right now clogging the public consciousness as Americans start to think about their votes.' MSNBC's Nicolle Wallace condemned the 'highly misleading and selectively edited videos,' calling out the 'insidious' trend from right-wing media. The Associated Press ran its own fact-check attempting to debunk the claim that Biden froze at the L.A. fundraiser. 'CLAIM: Biden froze onstage during his fundraiser in Los Angeles on Saturday night and had to be led away by Obama,' AP wrote . 'THE FACTS: Biden paused amid cheers and applause as he exited the stage with his predecessor following an interview moderated by late-night host Kimmel.' 7 President Joe Biden delivers his farewell address to the nation from the Oval Office of the White House on January 15 in Washington, DC. Getty Images Perhaps Biden's strongest media defender regarding the false 'cheap fakes' narrative was CNN's media reporter Oliver Darcy, who has since left the network. 'These outlets are wrapping these videos in very misleading context, right? Saying that this is evidence that Biden was freezing. He's not able to walk offstage on his own, and that's obviously not the case, but that's how it's been portrayed in right-wing media,' Darcy told CNN's Kaitlan Collins. 'And it plays into this years-long narrative where they have tried to portray Biden as a senile old man incapable of governing the country. And this is just the latest example,' Darcy said. 'These attacks are obviously ramping up in the lead-up to the November election.' Jake Tapper, CNN anchor and the co-author of 'Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again,' now acknowledges the Biden White House lied about the 'cheap fakes' while discussing Biden's L.A. fundraiser, which became a major focal point in his book. 'The Biden White House falsely- when people showed that clip and asked what was going on- said it was a 'cheap fake.' They did this all the time when there was video that seemed to show Biden acting in an odd or unusual, seemingly out-of-it way, they would call it a 'cheap fake.' It was not fake. It was actual video,' Tapper said on CNN earlier this month.
