theroot--2020-11-26--Dallas Cowboys Strength and Conditioning Coach Markus Paul Dies at 54

Dallas Cowboys strength and conditioning coach Markus Paul died Wednesday night at the age of 54 after suffering from a medical emergency at the team ’ s practice facility in Frisco , Texas , on Tuesday .
Paul collapsed during a medical emergency on Tuesday morning at the Cowboys ’ practice facility in Frisco .
He was attended to by team medical personnel and paramedics on site before being taken to a local hospital in serious condition by ambulance .
Details about the medical emergency are unclear .
Several players were on hand when it occurred , and practice and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ canceled .
ESPN reports that Paul was taken to Plano Presbyterian Hospital where he died surrounded by family .
Paul had been an NFL strength and conditioning coach for 22 years and coached the Cowboys for the last three years .
He began his coaching career with the New Orleans Saints in 1998 , followed by five seasons with the New England Patriots , two seasons with the New York Jets—where he was the director of physical development as well as the head strength and conditioning coach — and then 11 seasons with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ four seasons with the Syracuse Orange , where he was a two-time All-American , according to ESPN , Paul played in the NFL for five years as a defensive back for the Chicago Bears and Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1989 to 1993 .
“ The passing of Markus Paul is a true loss to the NFL community and anyone who had the privilege of knowing him , ” Ron Rivera , a former Chicago Bears teammate of Paul ’ s , said , ESPN reports .
“ Markus was a tremendous teammate during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a good friend to me over the years .
He was just a great man and will be missed by many.
’ ’ In the wake of his passing , several Cowboys players — including linebacker Jaylon Smith , cornerback Jourdan Lewis and former Cowboys fullback Daryl Johnston — took to Twitter to mourn and celebrate Paul .
“ The loss of a family member is a tragedy , and Markus Paul was a loved and valued member of our family .
He was a pleasant and calming influence in our strength room @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for his work and his enthusiasm for life earned him great respect and admiration from all of our players and the entire organization .
We offer our love and support to his family in this very difficult time .
Our hearts are broken for his family and all of the individuals whose lives he touched and made better.
” Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy issued a statement as well .
From Yahoo Sports : “ He had innate toughness in a job that requires that quality , and he was admired throughout the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he coached .
It was a privilege to work with him as a coach and laugh with him as a friend .
Markus did everything the right way.
” According to Yahoo Sports , the Cowboys plan to honor Paul before Thursday afternoon before the annual Thanksgiving Day game in which the team will be playing against the Washington Football Team .
The cause of Paul ’ s death has not been announced .

Dallas Cowboys strength and conditioning coach Markus Paul died Wednesday night at the age of 54 after suffering from a medical emergency at the team’s practice facility in Frisco, Texas, on Tuesday.
From Yahoo Sports:
Paul collapsed during a medical emergency on Tuesday morning at the Cowboys’ practice facility in Frisco. He was attended to by team medical personnel and paramedics on site before being taken to a local hospital in serious condition by ambulance. Details about the medical emergency are unclear. Several players were on hand when it occurred, and practice and media availability for the day was abruptly canceled.
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ESPN reports that Paul was taken to Plano Presbyterian Hospital where he died surrounded by family.
Paul had been an NFL strength and conditioning coach for 22 years and coached the Cowboys for the last three years. He began his coaching career with the New Orleans Saints in 1998, followed by five seasons with the New England Patriots, two seasons with the New York Jets—where he was the director of physical development as well as the head strength and conditioning coach — and then 11 seasons with the New York Giants.
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After playing four seasons with the Syracuse Orange, where he was a two-time All-American, according to ESPN, Paul played in the NFL for five years as a defensive back for the Chicago Bears and Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1989 to 1993.
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“The passing of Markus Paul is a true loss to the NFL community and anyone who had the privilege of knowing him,” Ron Rivera, a former Chicago Bears teammate of Paul’s, said, ESPN reports . “Markus was a tremendous teammate during my time with the Chicago Bears and a good friend to me over the years. He was just a great man and will be missed by many.’’
In the wake of his passing, several Cowboys players — including linebacker Jaylon Smith, cornerback Jourdan Lewis and former Cowboys fullback Daryl Johnston — took to Twitter to mourn and celebrate Paul.
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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones issued the following statement Wednesday:
“The loss of a family member is a tragedy, and Markus Paul was a loved and valued member of our family. He was a pleasant and calming influence in our strength room and throughout The Star. His passion for his work and his enthusiasm for life earned him great respect and admiration from all of our players and the entire organization. We offer our love and support to his family in this very difficult time. Our hearts are broken for his family and all of the individuals whose lives he touched and made better.”
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Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy issued a statement as well. From Yahoo Sports:
Markus Paul was a leader in this building. He earned the players respect and attention because he cared so much and was a naturally gifted communicator — both on the personal and professional levels. He handled every situation, sometimes with a smile and a pat on the back, and sometimes with tough love.
“He had innate toughness in a job that requires that quality, and he was admired throughout the NFL by his peers and the players he coached. It was a privilege to work with him as a coach and laugh with him as a friend. Markus did everything the right way.”
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According to Yahoo Sports, the Cowboys plan to honor Paul before Thursday afternoon before the annual Thanksgiving Day game in which the team will be playing against the Washington Football Team.
The cause of Paul’s death has not been announced.


theroot--2020-11-27--Wrapping Paper Roll Call: Make This the Blackest Friday (to Cyber Monday) Ever

There have been few bright spots to celebrate in 2020—and even those have often been bittersweet .
Take , for instance , the unprecedented uptick in interest in Black-owned businesses and creators ( something we ’ ve always been invested in , but we digress ) since non-Black America suddenly seemed to wake up to the centuries-old realities of racial inequality this spring—and previously only seen during Black History Month .
Better late than never ( we guess ) , but to paraphrase the motto of Black Owned Everything , we ’ ll still be keeping that same energy “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ popular Instagram page was founded and curated by stylist Zerina Akers , who also had a major hand in the formation ( pun intended ) of Beyoncé ’ s online directory , Black Parade .
An incredible showcase-in-the-making , soon Black Owned Everything will launch its own site for all things Black , beautiful and buyable .
In the meantime , if you ’ re fortunate enough to have a gifting budget this year and weren ’ t already planning to buy Black , we ’ re here to help you make this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a list of dozens of our favorite Black retailers , all of whom are offering deep discounts on their exceptional goods for everyone on your list—including you ( because nothing but the best for you and yours , Baby ) .
Of course , many of these deals have already been in progress and will only get better through the weekend , so risk products sellouts if you dare—just make sure to bookmark this post and check back periodically , since we ’ ll be updating and adding to this list through Monday—Cyber @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all , in this particular holiday weekend of thanks-giving , please remember that the ability to give is a profound gift in and of itself this year .
When you buy Black , you ’ re giving our entrepreneurs a chance to survive—and hopefully sustain themselves well into the future , for countless Fridays to come .
We ’ ve hyperlinked each retailer for your click-through convenience .
Enjoy !
AfroPick : 30 % off and Free Shipping - no code necessary ByChari : 20 % off on all jewelry with code THANKFUL @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all accessories with code OPRAH Leila + Mae : 15 % off with code DRIPS ; Spend $ 100 get 20 % off entire purchase Privé Reveaux : 30 % off this eyewear brand co-owned by Jamie Foxx w/code THANKFUL30 Simone I. Smith : Free 2-Day Shipping ; 50 % off plus additional 20 % off on select jewelry with code THANKFUL Tribal Eyes : $ 25 off $ 160 worth of eyewear , $ 30 off $ 175 , $ 50 off 250 , $ 100 off $ 500 with codes : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wrap Life : Up to 50 % off sitewide - no code needed Autumn Adeigbo : Free shipping and 25 % off sitewide w/code AAHOLIDAY25 through 11/30 Da Spot : 15 % off with the code DASPOTNYC15 Iconi : Up to 40 % off on activewear - no code needed In x Out Apparel : 30 % off entire store through 11/27 with code BF30 LaSette : 30 % off all lingerie at checkout Lemlem : Up to 80 % off Liberté : 30 % off orders of $ 100 ; free gift @ @ @ @ @ @ @ % all Nigerian goods with the code : THANKYOU ; KAMALA - 25 % off entire store through 1/20/21 Pyer Moss : Up to 50 % off at SSENSE Rue107 : 25 % off sitewide with the code HOLIDAY25 S by Serena : Extra 25 % off all sale - free shipping over $ 150 Sadé + Shaniya : Discounts on various collections through 11/29 : 15 % TLG w/code SSBF20TLG ; 20 % MORAS w/code SSBF20MORA ; 25 % MERCH w/code SSBF20MERCH The Folklore : 25 % all sale items through 11/30 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all November with code VIVALASCARVES 4C Only : 15 % off everything with code 4CBLACK 54 Thrones : Buy one get one 54 % off w/code BOGO54 ; 25 % off sitewide Cyber Monday Ace Beauté : 45 % off sitewide ( at checkout ) with code THANKS20 Carol ’ s Daughter : Up to 50 % sitewide - No code needed Danessa Myricks : Up to 50 % off sitewide EcoSlay : 30 % OFF all day & 40 % OFF from midnight through 2AM EST - 11/27 only Fancy Free Hair @ @ @ @ @ @ @ extra 15 % off marked items - discount applied at checkout with code CJR Hue Noir : Holiday Flash Sale : 50 % off through Cyber Monday ; Free shipping on new collection ; code HOLIDAY2020 Juvia ’ s Place : $ 6 super sale and 50 % deals off sitewide - No code needed Kaleidoscope Hair Products : Various deals while supplies last Lilly ’ s Shea : Buy One Get One Free Miss Jessie ’ s : Buy one , get one 50 % off on any full-size product with code @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off starter shaving sets ; free gifts with purchase Oyin Handmade : 30 % off with code BF30 - orders over $ 60 ship free in continental US Pat McGrath Labs : 25 % off orders less than $ 150 / 30 % off orders more than 150 Perfecting Your Presence Lashes : 20 % off PYP eyelash box with code OPRAH Scotch Porter : Buy One , Get One Free Shani Darden : 20 % off Sitewide , no code necessary Shea Radiance : 30 % + Free Shipping on orders of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Taraji : 25 % off sitewide with code BLACKFRIDAY25 Uoma Beauty : Up to 63 % off select products - No code needed Blk & Bold : 20 % off at checkout with code BLK20 Cup of Té : 20 % off Oprah ’ s Favorite Luxe Tea Set with code OPRAH Harlem Chocolate Factory : 50 % off sitewide / $ 45 off gift sets - No code necessary Lush Yummies : 20 % off on pies sitewide with code OPRAH Mama ’ s Biscuits : Various deals on biscuits ; @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Food : 20 % off sitewide with code OPRAH Sun Goddess Wines : $ 20 off $ 50 of Mary J. Blige ’ s wines with code TURKEY20 Izzy & Liv : 50 % off holiday sweatshirts ; 20 % off sitewide with code : STEAL20 Ivory Paper Co. : 30 % off sitewide - no code needed Reyna Noriega : 15 % off prints and more with code LOVE15 ; Free Shipping over $ 40 with the code FREESHIP Studio Badge : 20 % off with the code SBTHANKS Trill Paws : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ No code needed A Kid ’ s Book About Series : 20 % off all books - No code needed Anser : 25 % off sitewide at Tia Mowry ’ s wellness brand + free gift with purchase of $ 50 or more ( applied at check out ) Golde : 20 % off sitewide with code SUPER20 ; free shipping over $ 35 Smile Natural : 35 % OFF ALL Oral Care Products , 25 % OFF ALL Other Items Re-Spin : Discounts on all fitness bundles and journals at Halle Berry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 100 , get a $ 25 Womy : 25 % off all teas - No code needed All of the Above ... Afrikea : Up to 70 % off across vendors sitewide - No code needed Virtual Black Business Day : 200 Black businesses are participating in this online one-day sale organized by Cynthia Daniels and Co. Tickets available here .

Maiysha Kai on The Glow Up, shared by Maiysha Kai to The Root

There have been few bright spots to celebrate in 2020—and even those have often been bittersweet. Take, for instance, the unprecedented uptick in interest in Black-owned businesses and creators (something we’ve always been invested in, but we digress) since non-Black America suddenly seemed to wake up to the centuries-old realities of racial inequality this spring—and previously only seen during Black History Month. Better late than never (we guess), but to paraphrase the motto of Black Owned Everything, we’ll still be keeping that same energy “when the trend is over.”
The popular Instagram page was founded and curated by stylist Zerina Akers, who also had a major hand in the formation (pun intended) of Beyoncé’s online directory, Black Parade. An incredible showcase-in-the-making, soon Black Owned Everything will launch its own site for all things Black, beautiful and buyable. In the meantime, if you’re fortunate enough to have a gifting budget this year and weren’t already planning to buy Black, we’re here to help you make this the Blackest Friday ever. Below, a list of dozens of our favorite Black retailers, all of whom are offering deep discounts on their exceptional goods for everyone on your list—including you (because nothing but the best for you and yours, Baby). Of course, many of these deals have already been in progress and will only get better through the weekend, so risk products sellouts if you dare—just make sure to bookmark this post and check back periodically, since we’ll be updating and adding to this list through Monday—Cyber Monday, that is.
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Most of all, in this particular holiday weekend of thanks-giving, please remember that the ability to give is a profound gift in and of itself this year. When you buy Black, you’re giving our entrepreneurs a chance to survive—and hopefully sustain themselves well into the future, for countless Fridays to come. We’ve hyperlinked each retailer for your click-through convenience. Enjoy!
Accessories & Jewelry
AfroPick: 30% off and Free Shipping - no code necessary
ByChari: 20% off on all jewelry with code THANKFUL
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E-Marie Travel: 20% off on all accessories with code OPRAH
Loza Tam: Buy a Luxe Turban, get a Dutch Wax for free w/code BOGO2020
Grace Eleyae: BOGO free sitewide - No Code Needed
Henry Masks: 15% off new mask subscriptions
Leila + Mae: 15% off with code DRIPS; Spend $100 get 20% off entire purchase
Privé Reveaux: 30% off this eyewear brand co-owned by Jamie Foxx w/code THANKFUL30; 50% select styles for Cyber Week with code CW2020
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Simone I. Smith: Free 2-Day Shipping; 50% off plus additional 20% off on select jewelry with code THANKFUL; Crystal Bite Lollipops on sale for Cyber Monday
Tribal Eyes: $25 off $160 worth of eyewear, $30 off $175, $50 off 250, $100 off $500 with codes: TRIBE25, TRIBE30, TRIBE50, TRIBE100
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Wrap Life: Up to 50% off sitewide - no code needed; 20% off Bandies for Cyber Monday
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Aminah Abdul Jillil: extra is $ 20 off sitewide
Autumn Adeigbo: Free shipping and 25% off sitewide w/code AAHOLIDAY25 through 11/30
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Da Spot: 15% off with the code DASPOTNYC15
Fenty Maison: 50% off a wide selection of previous releases
Iconi: Up to 40% off on activewear - no code needed
In x Out Apparel: 30% off entire store through 11/27 with code BF30
Jessica Rich Collection: 15% sitewide with the code NOVEMBER
KaAn’s Designs: 20% off with code OPRAH
LaSette: 30% off all lingerie at checkout
Lemlem: Up to 80% off
LFLS Shoes: 15% Off with code BLK
Liberté: 30% off orders of $100; free gift over $150
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Love Dot: 40% all Nigerian goods with the code: THANKYOU; 25% off entire store through 1/20/21 with code KAMALA
Nappy Head Club: over 20% discounts sitewide
OnKarri: 20% off sitewide with code SAVE
Phenomenal: 20% off select styles
Pyer Moss: Up to 50% off at SSENSE
Rebecca Allen: 15% off orders over $30; 15% off plus a free mask bundle on orders over $100
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Riot Swim: Up to 65% sitewide
Rochelle Porter: 20% off plus f ree s hipping with code TURKEY20
Romeo Hunte: Up to 70% off for Cyber Monday
Rue107: 25% off sitewide with the code HOLIDAY25
S by Serena: Extra 25% off all sale - free shipping over $150
Sadé + Shaniya: Discounts on various collections through 11/29: 15% TLG w/code SSBF20TLG; 20% MORAS w/code SSBF20MORA; 25% MERCH w/code SSBF20MERCH
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Savage x Fenty: 65% off sitewide
The Black Tailor: 25% off with the code CM25; various tailoring packages available
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The Folklore: 25% all sale items through 11/30
Tori Soudan: 20% off with code THANKFUL
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Ubuntu Life: 25% applied at checkout - No code needed
Viva La Silk: 20% off all November with code VIVALASCARVES
241 Cosmetics: 20% off sitewide with code OPRAH
4C Only: 15% off everything with code 4CBLACK
54 Thrones: Buy one get one 54% off w/code BOGO54; 25% off sitewide Cyber Monday
Ace Beauté: 45% off sitewide (at checkout) with code THANKS20
Alaffia: BOGO 50% off with code GIVEGOOD
Beauty Bakerie: 40% off sitewide
Bee Cosmetics: BOGO Free - Lippies
Bevel: 20% off sitewide - No code needed - T&Cs apply
Black Girl Sunscreen: Buy one, get one free
Bolden Beauty: 30% off sitewide with code CMON30
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Bread Beauty Supply: 15% off sitewide - No code needed
Briogeo: 20% off sitewide with code HOLIDAY
Carol’s Daughter: Up to 50% sitewide - No code needed
Coloured Raine: 30%-90% off sitewide - No code needed
CurlMix: Specials on kits
Curls: $5 Deals through 11/29
Danessa Myricks: Up to 50% off sitewide
EcoSlay: 30% OFF all day & 40% OFF from midnight through 2AM EST - 11/27 only
Fancy Free Hair & Skin: 50% off & extra 15% off marked items - discount applied at checkout with code CJR
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Fenty Beauty: 30% off through 11/30
Glory Skincare: 20% off sitewide; free shipping for $50 or more (excluding box sets)
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Heat Free Hair: $40 off a purchase of $200 with code BFCM40; $80 off $400 with code BFCM80
Hue Noir: Holiday Flash Sale: 50% off through Cyber Monday; Free shipping on new collection; code HOLIDAY2020
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Juvia’s Place: $6 super sale and 50% deals off sitewide - No code needed
Kaleidoscope Hair Products: Various deals while supplies last
Lilly’s Shea: Buy One Get One Free
Marjani Beauty: 20% off sitewide for Brown Saturday ONLY with code SHOPEARLY
Mented Cosmetics: 30% off sitewide, plus a $15 gift card over purchases of $60
Miss Jessie’s: Buy one, get one 50% off on any full-size product with code BOGO5020
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Oui the People: 10% off starter shaving sets; free gifts with purchase
Oyin Handmade: 30% off with code BF30 - orders over $60 ship free in continental US
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Pat McGrath Labs: 25% off orders less than $150 / 30% off orders more than 150
Pattern Beauty: 25 % off sitewide
Pear Nova: 20% off holiday essentials kit with code OPRAH
Perfecting Your Presence Lashes: 20% off PYP eyelash box with code OPRAH
Pholk Beauty: 30% sitewide, no code needed
Scotch Porter: Buy One, Get One Free
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Shani Darden: 20% off Sitewide, no code necessary
Shea Radiance: 30% + Free Shipping on orders of $50 or with code SHEA2020
Sienna Naturals: Save $11 and receive two free silk scrunchies with Issa Rae’s favorite, Salon in a Box
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The Lip Bar: 30% off sitewide and $89 fast face kits
TPH by Taraji: 25% off sitewide with code BLACKFRIDAY25
Uoma Beauty: Up to 80% off sitewide - No code needed
Food
Blk & Bold: 20% off at checkout with code BLK20
Cup of Té: 20% off Oprah’s Favorite Luxe Tea Set with code OPRAH
Harlem Chocolate Factory: 50% off sitewide / $45 off gift sets - No code necessary
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Lush Yummies: 20% off on pies sitewide with code OPRAH
Mama’s Biscuits: Various deals on biscuits; free shipping over $45
My Fabulous Food: 20% off sitewide with code OPRAH
Sun Goddess Wines: $20 off $50 of Mary J. Blige’s wines with code TURKEY20
Trufflin’: 20% off sitewide with code BFTRUFFLIN20
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125 Collection: 20% off sitewide
Agnes & Lola: 20% off all items with the code 20OFF
Blk + Grn: 20% off sale - No code needed
Effortless Composition: 30% off sitewide with code BF30
Forvr Mood: Get a free “Send Moods” mini candle set with purchase of $150 or more from Jackie Aina’s brand; on Cyber Monday, buy two duo sets and add a Scents of the SZN mini set for free
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Garden24: 30% off most products; Prints, BOGO Free
Global Attic: Thurs. Night/Fri: GLOBALBLK25; Sat/Sun: GLOBALWKE20; Mon: CYBERATTIC15
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Izzy & Liv: 50% off holiday sweatshirts; 20% off sitewide with code: STEAL20. Cyber Monday, Build Your Own Bundle: 7 items for $50
Ivory Paper Co.: 30% off sitewide - no code needed
Kaiem: 30% off everything
NiLu: 15% off sitewide
Reyna Noriega: 15% off prints and more with code LOVE15; Free Shipping over $40 with the code FREESHIP
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Studio Badge: 20% off with the code SBTHANKS
Trill Paws: 20% off all dog tags - No code needed
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A Kid’s Book About Series: 20% off all books - No code needed
Puzzle Huddle: 20% applied at checkout - No code needed
Wellness
Anser: 25% off sitewide at Tia Mowry’s wellness brand + free gift with purchase of $50 or more (applied at check out)
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Golde: 20% off sitewide with code SUPER20; free shipping over $35
Re-Spin: Discounts on all fitness bundles and journals at Halle Berry’s wellness site; spend $100, get a $25
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Sanctuaire: 15% off kaftans and gift sets with code COZYATHOME through 11/30
Smile Natural: 35% OFF ALL Oral Care Products, 25% OFF ALL Other Items
Womy: 25% off all teas - No code needed
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All of the Above...
Afrikea: Up to 70% off across vendors sitewide - No code needed
Virtual Black Business Day: 200 Black businesses are participating in this online one-day sale organized by Cynthia Daniels and Co. Tickets available here.
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Updated: Saturday, 11/28/20 at 2:35 a.m., ET: As promised, we’ve added several additions above, including Agnes & Lola, Mented, Marjani Beauty and more.
Updated: Saturday, 11/28/20 at 2:17 p.m., ET: More discounts in Home and Beauty!
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Updated: Sunday, 11/29/20 at 10:26 a.m., ET: It ain’t over! We’re still adding deals throughout the day, so refresh and review regularly!
Updated: Monday, 11/30/20 at 6:30 a.m., ET: You ready to Cyber Monday? New deals throughout the day—Izzy & Liv, Henry Masks and Black Girl Sunscreen are among several new offers.
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Updated: Monday, 11/30/20 at 3:50 p.m., ET: Last round of updates! Catch the deals before it’s too late!


theroot--2020-11-27--The 10 Best Deals of November 27, 2020

The 10 Best Deals of November 27, 2020

It ’ s November 27 , and we at Kinja Deals are here to bring you the top 10 deals of the day .
It ’ s our way of congratulating you for surviving the Thanksgiving holiday with your family , whether it was spent in-person or over Zoom .
Upgrade your car with the Vava D ual D ash C am .
Pretend you ’ re not broke for the day and put on a pair of diamond halo cluster stud earrings .
And h ave a ball with your inner child , thanks to the Perfume Science Kit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more deals , take a peek at Friday ’ s best deals overall .
With most people opting to do their holiday shopping online this year , the deals are coming way earlier than Cyber Monday .
Target has some fantastic deals right now , including this TCL 65 '' Android 4K TV for just $ 230 .
For a 4K television of this size , you really can ’ t beat this price .
Get it while it lasts !
This deal was originally published by Elizabeth Henges .
For a first-gen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ featuring the company ’ s own custom chipset is reviewing surprisingly well , including from our friends at Gizmodo .
And , like clockwork , it ’ s already discounted $ 100 at Adorama , at least if you ’ re cool with 8 gigs of RAM and either a 256GB or 512GB SSD .
While souped-up versions of the lappy still adhere to their sticker prices , you can score the base model or double its storage for $ 899 and $ 1,149 , respectively , for Black Friday .
Considering the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week , anyone planning to pick one up in one of these exact configurations ought to do it before the price hikes back up .
While you might think it ’ s a permanent , artificially discounted price intended to leverage sales of surplus product , it could actually be a temporary , artificially discounted price intended to leverage sales of surplus product .
We ’ ve seen it before , with AirPods Pro and the 4th Gen iPad Air on Amazon , so it isn ’ t unprecedented .
Here ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Gizmodo had to say : This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey .
If diamonds are a girl ’ s best friend you should let these ones be your new BFF because they are 75 % off .
These Diamond Halo Cluster Stud Earrings are just $ 50 and an amazing treat for yourself .
It ’ s been an awful year and you deserve something pretty .
And what ’ s the prettiest ?
Diamonds .
These aren ’ t too flashy that you can ’ t just wear them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ add just a little elegance to each day .
These are 1/10 carat diamond earrings set in sterling silver with a post back closure .
The diamond color rating is between I and J and the clarity is I3 .
These come in a beautiful Macy ’ s gift box so even if you buy them for yourself it will feel special .
Free shipping on all orders over $ 25 .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
It ’ s sort of cliché to say that Xbox Game Pass @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this point , but it continues to be true .
Microsoft ’ s gaming subscription service gives you access to hundreds of games for a monthly fee , which can pay off quickly if you ’ re the kind of person who buys a lot of games .
If you ’ re looking to try it out , Target is currently selling a 3-month membership to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for $ 20 .
Ultimate gives you access to the service on both PC and console , so it ’ s perfect for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ looking to expand their library quickly .
An Ultimate membership also lets you try out Microsoft ’ s cloud gaming beta , allowing you to play select games on supported devices like Android phones .
It all adds up to a pretty sweet deal for Xbox owners that ’ ll make you into the kind of person who just constantly tells people about why Xbox Game Pass is a great deal .
Oh no , what have I become ?
This deal was originally published by Giovanni Colantonio .
Grab yourself a Vava @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this Black Friday , bringing your total for a comprehensive road recording system down to $ 153 .
It runs at 1080p with both cameras going , but you can bump up to a crispier 2K ( 1440p ) picture with just the forward camera activated .
It has all the works for recording road incidents , including 24/7 parking monitoring , bump detection , night vision , and loop recording with automatic video protection when it thinks an accident occurred .
This deal was originally posted by Quentyn Kennemer .
No matter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up on your trusty sedan , everyone needs a jump now and then .
But as we all know , if you want something done , you have to do it yourself .
That ’ s where jump starter battery boosters like the 18,000mAh Tacklife T8 come in .
Marked down $ 22 on Amazon using the promo code GT5XAMOA , this is one deal drivers won ’ t want to miss .
Not only will it get your car back up and running without the need for an offchance good samaritan ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but it ’ ll also charge your phone , tablet , and anything else powered by USB .
Never again will you have to thumb it on your way to Pennsylvania to buy some fireworks—not that I would know anything about that !
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey .
Whew , all the food lovers rejoice !
The Ninja Foodi pressure cooker , tender crisper , and air fryer is down to $ 120 , which is 52 % off the original list price .
For all who don @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cute kitchen appliance , you can air fry literally whatever you want ( fries , chicken wings , even BROCOLLI ! )
, and can use the pressure cooker to make juicy , savory meats and stews in a fraction of the time it would take on a traditional stove .
I have a similar one , and let me tell y ’ all .
I ’ ve made baby back ribs , chicken wings , and even mashed potatoes in this bad boy .
It ’ s a mistake not to grab @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher .
Rise and shine , gamers .
Amazon ’ s Black Friday deals are here and it includes some big savings for PC players or those looking to become one .
Amazon is running a 15 % off sale on desktops , laptops , and monitors , but some of the price cuts are actually as high as 22 % .
The sale includes a variety of popular brands with products from companies like Acer and Alienware hundreds of dollars off .
What ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tech deals anyways ?
There ’ s a lot of glowing keyboards and towers to sort through , so here are a few of the highlights .
There ’ s a handful of gaming desktops included in the sale , but these two stick out in particular .
And no , not just because they look wild .
Both come with AMD ’ s Ryzen 7 , making them powerful gaming machines .
The Alienware Aurora boasts its PCI Express 4.0 technology , which doubles the bandwidth sent to the graphics card .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ games to their limits , as well as have more power for streaming and content creation .
The theme in this sale is “ things that light up ” and you especially see that in the laptops available .
The Acer Predator Titron 900 is notable for its 512GB of storage and 300Hz refresh rate .
As a slightly more cost-effective option , Acer ’ s Nitro 5 comes with a GeForce RTX 2060 and an Intel Core i7-9750H processor .
Most importantly , they both have keyboards that light up .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unless it ’ s emitting some kind of ominous light .
A pair of monitors is on sale and they ’ re both solid options for your gaming rig .
Acer ’ s Nitro XZ342CK is a wide boy with a 34 '' curved display that boasts a 144Hz refresh rate .
You can also grab Acer ’ s Nitro VG271 if you ’ re not looking for a curved or wide screen .
At $ 250 , it ’ s a 27 '' full HD monitor .
Sadly , neither have glowing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about it , a monitor itself is the original glowing PC gaming accessory .
This deal was originally published by Giovanni Colantonio .
Brushing teeth can be very monotonous , not realising that you may be using a toothbrush that ’ s not really taking care of them and eliminating plaque .
This is where the Philips Sonicare 6500 comes in , where it features three modes to personalize the process , alongside a two-minute timer that lets you know how long you have left to brush .
It also comes with an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one wears out , and it ’ s also with a 2 week battery life , so you can take it on a trip and not worry that it ’ s low on charge for the next few days .
This deal was originally published by Daryl Baxter .
A few weeks ago my boyfriend and I spent an evening with Thames & Kosmos ’ Gross Anatomy .
I was pleasantly surprised by how fun it was but also how in-depth and involved the kit was too .
You guys seem to like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find another one that ’ s fun and informative .
With kids spending more time at home keeping them occupied can be a challenge .
Thames & Kosmos ’ has another kit that might be engaging for the whole family .
The Perfume Science Kit is basically beautiful chemistry at work and it ’ s 18 % off .
Making perfume is an art form and an incredible profession .
This history of perfumers is fascinating , it really is a science .
In this kit , your olfactory system will take a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smell .
Creating synthetic fragrances and/or combing them with natural ones is a delicate dance in the perfume would .
You ’ ll be teaching not only chemistry but biology to your young scientists as well .
In your lab you ’ ll get high-quality perfume oils , decorative flacons to store what you make , and a 32-page manual to walk you through the experiments .
Showing kids science at work in everyday life is a great way to connect complicated subjects to tangible applications .
This deal was originally published by @ @ @

Juliana Clark on Kinja Deals, shared by Gabe Carey to The Root

Friday’s Best Deals | Kinja Deals
It’s November 27, and we at Kinja Deals are here to bring you the top 10 deals of the day. It’s our way of congratulating you for surviving the Thanksgiving holiday with your family, whether it was spent in-person or over Zoom. Upgrade your car with the Vava D ual D ash C am. Pretend you’re not broke for the day and put on a pair of diamond halo cluster stud earrings. And h ave a ball with your inner child, thanks to the Perfume Science Kit.
If you’re still craving more deals, take a peek at Friday’s best deals overall.
#1: TCL 65" 4K tv
With most people opting to do their holiday shopping online this year, the deals are coming way earlier than Cyber Monday. Target has some fantastic deals right now, including this TCL 65" Android 4K TV for just $230. For a 4K television of this size, you really can’t beat this price.
Get it while it lasts!
This deal was originally published by Elizabeth Henges.
#2: MacBook air
For a first-gen Apple product, the new MacBook Air featuring the company’s own custom chipset is reviewing surprisingly well, including from our friends at Gizmodo. And, like clockwork, it’s already discounted $100 at Adorama, at least if you’re cool with 8 gigs of RAM and either a 256GB or 512GB SSD. While souped-up versions of the lappy still adhere to their sticker prices, you can score the base model or double its storage for $899 and $1,149, respectively, for Black Friday.
Considering the M1 processor-packed MacBooks just came out last week, anyone planning to pick one up in one of these exact configurations ought to do it before the price hikes back up. While you might think it’s a permanent, artificially discounted price intended to leverage sales of surplus product, it could actually be a temporary, artificially discounted price intended to leverage sales of surplus product. We’ve seen it before, with AirPods Pro and the 4th Gen iPad Air on Amazon, so it isn’t unprecedented.
Here’s what Caitlin McGarry, Consumer Tech Editor at Gizmodo had to say:
... overall, the new MacBook Air is the best overall laptop I’ve ever used. It’s slim, it’s portable, its performance is killer, its battery life will absolutely change my life when I’m doing more work on the go again, and the base price for the improvements delivered by the M1 chip is unbeatable. This isn’t just the best MacBook Air, it’s the best Air by a mile.
I didn’t expect 2020 to be the year of the Mac, but, well, I didn’t expect anything about this year to unfold as it did. If you’re already a fan of Apple’s laptops, buying a new version with M1 is a no-brainer.
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#3: Diamond cluster stud earrings
If diamonds are a girl’s best friend you should let these ones be your new BFF because they are 75% off. These Diamond Halo Cluster Stud Earrings are just $50 and an amazing treat for yourself. It’s been an awful year and you deserve something pretty. And what’s the prettiest? Diamonds.
These aren’t too flashy that you can’t just wear them all the time. They’ll add just a little elegance to each day. These are 1/10 carat diamond earrings set in sterling silver with a post back closure. The diamond color rating is between I and J and the clarity is I3. These come in a beautiful Macy’s gift box so even if you buy them for yourself it will feel special.
Free shipping on all orders over $25.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#4: Game pass ultimate
It’s sort of cliché to say that Xbox Game Pass is the best deal in gaming at this point, but it continues to be true. Microsoft’s gaming subscription service gives you access to hundreds of games for a monthly fee, which can pay off quickly if you’re the kind of person who buys a lot of games. If you’re looking to try it out, Target is currently selling a 3-month membership to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for $20. Ultimate gives you access to the service on both PC and console, so it’s perfect for new Xbox Series X|S owners who are looking to expand their library quickly. An Ultimate membership also lets you try out Microsoft’s cloud gaming beta, allowing you to play select games on supported devices like Android phones. It all adds up to a pretty sweet deal for Xbox owners that’ll make you into the kind of person who just constantly tells people about why Xbox Game Pass is a great deal. Oh no, what have I become?
This deal was originally published by Giovanni Colantonio.
#5: vava dual dash cam
Grab yourself a Vava Dual Dash Cam for $47 off this Black Friday, bringing your total for a comprehensive road recording system down to $153. It runs at 1080p with both cameras going, but you can bump up to a crispier 2K (1440p) picture with just the forward camera activated. It has all the works for recording road incidents, including 24/7 parking monitoring, bump detection, night vision, and loop recording with automatic video protection when it thinks an accident occurred.
This deal was originally posted by Quentyn Kennemer.
#6: 800A Jump Starter
No matter how many miles you’ve racked up on your trusty sedan, everyone needs a jump now and then. But as we all know, if you want something done, you have to do it yourself. That’s where jump starter battery boosters like the 18,000mAh Tacklife T8 come in. Marked down $22 on Amazon using the promo code GT5XAMOA, this is one deal drivers won’t want to miss. Not only will it get your car back up and running without the need for an offchance good samaritan (especially in the socially distant coronadays), but it’ll also charge your phone, tablet, and anything else powered by USB.
Never again will you have to thumb it on your way to Pennsylvania to buy some fireworks—not that I would know anything about that!
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#7: Ninja Foodi 9-in-1
Whew, all the food lovers rejoice! The Ninja Foodi pressure cooker, tender crisper, and air fryer is down to $120, which is 52% off the original list price. For all who don’t understand the magic of this cute kitchen appliance, you can air fry literally whatever you want (fries, chicken wings, even BROCOLLI!), and can use the pressure cooker to make juicy, savory meats and stews in a fraction of the time it would take on a traditional stove. I have a similar one, and let me tell y’all. I’ve made baby back ribs, chicken wings, and even mashed potatoes in this bad boy. It’s a mistake not to grab one before they’re all gone.
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher.
#8: PC Gaming sale
Rise and shine, gamers. Amazon’s Black Friday deals are here and it includes some big savings for PC players or those looking to become one. Amazon is running a 15% off sale on desktops, laptops, and monitors, but some of the price cuts are actually as high as 22%. The sale includes a variety of popular brands with products from companies like Acer and Alienware hundreds of dollars off. What’s a Black Friday without some big tech deals anyways? There’s a lot of glowing keyboards and towers to sort through, so here are a few of the highlights.
There’s a handful of gaming desktops included in the sale, but these two stick out in particular. And no, not just because they look wild. Both come with AMD’s Ryzen 7, making them powerful gaming machines. The Alienware Aurora boasts its PCI Express 4.0 technology, which doubles the bandwidth sent to the graphics card. That means that you can really push games to their limits, as well as have more power for streaming and content creation.
The theme in this sale is “things that light up” and you especially see that in the laptops available. The Acer Predator Titron 900 is notable for its 512GB of storage and 300Hz refresh rate. As a slightly more cost-effective option, Acer’s Nitro 5 comes with a GeForce RTX 2060 and an Intel Core i7-9750H processor. Most importantly, they both have keyboards that light up. It’s not a PC gaming device unless it’s emitting some kind of ominous light.
A pair of monitors is on sale and they’re both solid options for your gaming rig. Acer’s Nitro XZ342CK is a wide boy with a 34" curved display that boasts a 144Hz refresh rate. You can also grab Acer’s Nitro VG271 if you’re not looking for a curved or wide screen. At $250, it’s a 27" full HD monitor. Sadly, neither have glowing RGB lights, though if you think about it, a monitor itself is the original glowing PC gaming accessory.
This deal was originally published by Giovanni Colantonio.
#9: Phillips toothbrush
Brushing teeth can be very monotonous, not realising that you may be using a toothbrush that’s not really taking care of them and eliminating plaque.
This is where the Philips Sonicare 6500 comes in, where it features three modes to personalize the process, alongside a two-minute timer that lets you know how long you have left to brush.
It also comes with an extra brush head in case the first one wears out, and it’s also with a 2 week battery life, so you can take it on a trip and not worry that it’s low on charge for the next few days.
This deal was originally published by Daryl Baxter.
#10: Perfume science kit
A few weeks ago my boyfriend and I spent an evening with Thames & Kosmos’ Gross Anatomy. I was pleasantly surprised by how fun it was but also how in-depth and involved the kit was too. You guys seem to like these science kits so I tried to find another one that’s fun and informative. With kids spending more time at home keeping them occupied can be a challenge. Thames & Kosmos’ has another kit that might be engaging for the whole family. The Perfume Science Kit is basically beautiful chemistry at work and it’s 18% off.
Making perfume is an art form and an incredible profession. This history of perfumers is fascinating, it really is a science. In this kit, your olfactory system will take a journey as you traverse the physiology of smell. Creating synthetic fragrances and/or combing them with natural ones is a delicate dance in the perfume would. You’ll be teaching not only chemistry but biology to your young scientists as well. In your lab you’ll get high-quality perfume oils, decorative flacons to store what you make, and a 32-page manual to walk you through the experiments. Showing kids science at work in everyday life is a great way to connect complicated subjects to tangible applications.
Free shipping for Prime members.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.


theroot--2020-11-27--Officials Release Video Footage of Texas Officers' Violent Arrest of Black Teen Who Drove to Parents

Officials Release Video Footage of Texas Officers' Violent Arrest of Black Teen Who Drove to Parents' House Instead of Pulling Over

For people who damn near use , “ I was in fear for my life ” as a catchphrase whenever they need to justify deadly use of force , cops don ’ t seem to understand that citizens—especially Black people — can be afraid and act out of fear , too .
Earlier this month , 18-year-old Zekee Rayford was arrested in Schertz , Texas , after police said he ran a red light and failed to pull over .
Rayford reportedly drove to his parents ’ house instead of stopping immediately .
In video footage taken from the doorbell @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ home , the teen can be seen knocking at the door and shouting for his father just before officers tased him , tackled him to the ground and kicked him repeatedly .
On Wednesday , after previously denying open records requests to release body camera and dashcam footage from the Nov. 2 arrest , the city released 20 videos related to the incident .
Schertz officials said they were waiting on authorization from the Guadalupe County District Attorney ’ s Office to release the footage .
KENS 5 reports that officers said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arrest , that the teen had run a red light and didn ’ t pull over until he got to a home about a mile away from where they began the traffic stop .
Rayford ’ s parents said he simply wanted to get to a “ safe place ” before pulling over so he drove until he got to their driveway .
According to KENS , t he newly released footage shows Rayford exiting his car with his hands up and running towards his parents ’ house while officers chased after him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ footage released by the city that show the moments leading up to the arrest and the aftermath of the incident .
In one of the videos from one officer ’ s point of view , officers are heard yelling commands to Rayford several times to cooperate with them .
“ Stop resisting !
You ’ re under arrest right now .
Do you understand that ?
Turn the [ expletive ] around and put your hands behind your back , ” said one of the officers .
After his father answered the door @ @ @ @ @ @ @ telling him , “ You better relax or you ’ re going to get it next , I promise you , you will.
” Another officer who responds to the incident spoke with Rayford ’ s father who asks why police tased his son when he got to the door .
“ He ’ s running .
He ’ s committing a felony by fleeing a police officer .
And by fleeing on foot , he ’ s committing another crime .
Evading on foot , ” he says in response .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sitting in the back of a patrol unit .
He says that he doesn ’ t want to talk to officers and asks if an officer is going to shoot him .
He ’ s heard in the video saying he felt uncomfortable .
“ You should have stopped , right ?
” asks one officer .
“ But yeah , it was still unnecessary though , ” replies Rayford .
Other videos show the tension between Rayford ’ s family members and officers after the arrest .
The family members are outside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ argue with police .
At one point , you can see Rayford ’ s father approaching another officer .
“ He ’ s coming aggressive towards my officer , ” says the officer in the video .
“ Get him in the house .
We ’ re done .
Get him in the house.
” So just a quick recap : Officers see a teen who is clearly afraid of them knocking at a door and repeatedly shouting , “ dad ” and still feel the need to use the force they used @ @ @ @ @ @ @ threatens to do the same to his understandably upset father .
Then a cop gets shook seeing the father—who , again , is understandably upset— ” coming aggressive towards my officer .
” All of that fear and nervousness on full display , but they don ’ t understand how a Black teenager might have been afraid enough to keep driving until he got to his parents ’ house and then run to their door .
Anyway , according to KSAT Local News , Schertz M ayor Ralph Gutierrez released the following statement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and public outcry brought about from this incident .
The City of Schertz is an inclusive community and one that celebrates all of our residents .
My hope is that in every interaction with the City , residents feel respected , valued , and understood .
Throughout every situation , the City is deeply committed to doing what ’ s right and at this time , the right thing to do is be as transparent as we can , which is why we are releasing this footage.
” KENS reports that three officers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off patrol and reassigned pending an internal affairs investigation into the arrest which officials said is underway .
According to TMZ , Rayford was charged with felony evading in a motor vehicle , resisting arrest , and possession of marijuana .

For people who damn near use, “I was in fear for my life” as a catchphrase whenever they need to justify deadly use of force, cops don’t seem to understand that citizens—especially Black people — can be afraid and act out of fear, too.
Earlier this month, 18-year-old Zekee Rayford was arrested in Schertz, Texas, after police said he ran a red light and failed to pull over. Rayford reportedly drove to his parents’ house instead of stopping immediately. In video footage taken from the doorbell security camera of Rayford’s parents’ home, the teen can be seen knocking at the door and shouting for his father just before officers tased him, tackled him to the ground and kicked him repeatedly . On Wednesday, after previously denying open records requests to release body camera and dashcam footage from the Nov. 2 arrest, the city released 20 videos related to the incident. Schertz officials said they were waiting on authorization from the Guadalupe County District Attorney’s Office to release the footage.
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KENS 5 reports that officers said on the night of Rayford’s arrest, that the teen had run a red light and didn’t pull over until he got to a home about a mile away from where they began the traffic stop. Rayford’s parents said he simply wanted to get to a “safe place” before pulling over so he drove until he got to their driveway.
According to KENS, t he newly released footage shows Rayford exiting his car with his hands up and running towards his parents’ house while officers chased after him.
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From KENS:
KENS 5 went through the new footage released by the city that show the moments leading up to the arrest and the aftermath of the incident. In one of the videos from one officer’s point of view, officers are heard yelling commands to Rayford several times to cooperate with them. “Stop resisting! You’re under arrest right now. Do you understand that? Turn the [expletive] around and put your hands behind your back,” said one of the officers. After his father answered the door, one of the officers is hear telling him, “You better relax or you’re going to get it next, I promise you, you will.” Another officer who responds to the incident spoke with Rayford’s father who asks why police tased his son when he got to the door. “He’s running. He’s committing a felony by fleeing a police officer. And by fleeing on foot, he’s committing another crime. Evading on foot,” he says in response. In another video, Rayford is handcuffed and sitting in the back of a patrol unit. He says that he doesn’t want to talk to officers and asks if an officer is going to shoot him. He’s heard in the video saying he felt uncomfortable. “You should have stopped, right?” asks one officer. “But yeah, it was still unnecessary though,” replies Rayford. Other videos show the tension between Rayford’s family members and officers after the arrest. The family members are outside of their home and they continue to argue with police. At one point, you can see Rayford’s father approaching another officer. “He’s coming aggressive towards my officer,” says the officer in the video. “Get him in the house. We’re done. Get him in the house.”
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So just a quick recap: Officers see a teen who is clearly afraid of them knocking at a door and repeatedly shouting, “dad” and still feel the need to use the force they used taking him down. An officer then threatens to do the same to his understandably upset father. Then a cop gets shook seeing the father—who, again, is understandably upset—” coming aggressive towards my officer. ” All of that fear and nervousness on full display , but they don’t understand how a Black teenager might have been afraid enough to keep driving until he got to his parents’ house and then run to their door.
Anyway, according to KSAT Local News, Schertz M ayor Ralph Gutierrez released the following statement:
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“I fully understand the concerns and public outcry brought about from this incident. The City of Schertz is an inclusive community and one that celebrates all of our residents. My hope is that in every interaction with the City, residents feel respected, valued, and understood. Throughout every situation, the City is deeply committed to doing what’s right and at this time, the right thing to do is be as transparent as we can, which is why we are releasing this footage.”
KENS reports that three officers involved in the incident have been taken off patrol and reassigned pending an internal affairs investigation into the arrest which officials said is underway. According to TMZ, Rayford was charged with felony evading in a motor vehicle, resisting arrest, and possession of marijuana.


theroot--2020-11-27--Here Are All the Black Friday 2020 Self-Care Deals To Get You Through the Holiday Season

And so the holidaze begins .
As we all search for gifts for ourselves and loved ones for the plethora of holidays we ’ ll be celebrating throughout the month of December , it might be easier to find lifestyle Black Friday deals all in one place .
That ’ s where I come in .
I ’ ve compiled all the best Black Friday deals to get you through the holiday season .
From skincare to CBD , to homemade cocktails , I ’ ve got my eye open on everything so you can chill the hell out even @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Let ’ s get to it !
We all know the best way to indulge is to relax and unwind at the end of the day with a face mask .
Well , Glam Glow ’ s Oxygenat ing Bubble Sheet mask is a fun way to get your skin moisturized and clean !
For $ 10 because of a Black Friday sale , you ’ ll be able to lift excess dirt from your pores as the mask itself bubbles up , leaving your face clean and clear .
Moisturize the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brazilian Bum Bum Cream .
The mini size is $ 20 and because it ’ s so ric h in Cupuaçu Butter , acai , and coconut oil , just a pinch will do the trick .
Love yourself this year and grab it before it ’ s gone !
Elegant jewelry doesn ’ t have to be expensive .
Thanks to Mejuri , you can get your hands on a pair of 14K gold earrings for under $ 150 and necklaces for less than $ 350 .
I personally have these mini @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But even if you aren ’ t as simplistic as me , you should check out this personable Snake Ring to shake things up .
If you ’ re thinking of gifting something a little more heartfelt and thoughtful , I ’ d recommend a Pandora bracelet .
Yes , it ’ s basically a grown-up version of a charm bracelet , but you and that special person in your life can both can customize a bracelet to your hearts ’ desire .
I ’ ve gotten my mother and my sisters a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years , and they ’ ve loved each and every one .
If they ’ re more a fan of aesthetics , you can purchase pretty charms , or match it with their eclectic sense of style .
It ’ s an easy and fun way to bond .
Whew , all the food lovers rejoice !
The Ninja Foodi pressure cooker , tender crisper , and air fryer is down to $ 120 , which is 52 % off the original list price .
For all who don ’ t understand the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you can air fry literally whatever you want ( fries , chicken wings , even BROCOLLI ! )
, and can use the pressure cooker to make juicy , savory meats and stews in a fraction of the time it would take on a traditional stove .
I have a similar one , and let me tell y ’ all .
I ’ ve made baby back ribs , chicken wings , and even mashed potatoes in this bad boy .
It ’ s a mistake not to grab one before they ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Friday , all .
We ’ ve got a Kyoku 5-Piece knife set that ’ s 20 % off its original list price bringing the price down to $ 80 .
You can chop , slice , and dice to your heart ’ s desire while knowing you ’ ve got a good deal .
The set comes with a chef knife , bread knife , boning knife , utility knife , and a paring knife , all made from Japanese high carbon steel .
Whatcha waiting for ?
As an early Black @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an awesome sale on an AeroGarden Harvest Slim .
For a low $ 80 , you ’ ll get a counter-sized greenhouse ready to grow your favorite herbs for cooking .
It has a LED light to keep the sunshine and a system to remind you to water your plants .
Apparently , the plants can grow five times faster and can reach up to 12 '' in height .
You ’ ll also get a gourmet herbs starter packet which includes Genovese basil , curly parsley , dill , mint , thyme @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plant food because they WILL get hungry and deserve the world if they are to live their best life and thrive .
This is a great option for people who love cooking and use herbs all year , especially when it ’ s cold out .
Get your Thanksgiving living room look together with a Full Snap eyeshadow and mini mascara set from Fenty Beauty , only $ 20 .
It includes six mattes and shimmers to make your eyes POP for those selfies on Instagram and cute little TikTok videos .
You @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for your eyelashes , defining your eye shape and completing the look .
Grab it before it ’ s gone !
Had a long week.
?
Same .
Why not kick it with some CBD goods to bring your weekend relaxation to another level ?
We will even help you out with an exclusive offer of 50 % off all products with the code JOY .
If you ’ re not sure where to start , we recommend checking out Cornbread Hemp ’ s CBD oil .
The company claims it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ oil you ’ ll find .
You can get a bottle of the original stuff ( which has 25mg CBD per milliliter ) for $ 55 .
If you want even more CBD goodness packed into every drop , the extra strength version is available with 50mg per milliliter in a larger bottle for $ 82 after discount .
Cornbread Hemp ships to all 50 states and offers a 30-day money-back guarantee if you ’ re not happy with their products , making this purchase the least stressful thing about your weekend .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a gift for your makeup-obsessed friend , check out this Tartelette Amazonian clay eyeshadow gift set—a pack of three palettes for a low $ 49 .
You ’ ll get neutral , bronze , and pink/plum shades for whatever makeup look you can think of .
Tarte Cosmetics is a dope , vegan brand , so you ’ ll feel better about consumption while you craft a totally amazing eyeshadow look .
Give your lips a dash of color with a limited edition , Yves Saint Laurent Mini Rouge Couture lipstick set .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ s for the makeup-obsessed person in your life .
You ’ ll receive four different shades to fit your fancy in a satin finish , which is just as classic as the brand YSL .
For a low $ 36 , Fenty Beauty ’ s Holo Daze mini gloss bomb collection adorns your lips with four moisturizing lip colors made to top off your makeup look .
The best part is your lips won ’ t even get sticky , which is 100 % the reason everyone hates lip gloss .
Trust in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Moisturize your lips and grace them with a holographic shine .
Huda Beauty ’ s silk hydrating lip balm , only $ 17 , has soybean and licorice extracts for a non-sticky sheen and hyaluronic acid to keep your lips from cracking when exposed to the fall and winter dry air .
What are you waiting for ?
Winter is coming , just like the Starks said .
A good way to prevent chapped lips is to get a lip balm that really works .
From personal experience , Jack Black lip balm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ natural mint flavor that gives you a satisfying tingle when applied and will last for the majority of the day without having to re-apply .
Plus , a three-pack is $ 22 , which is on the more expensive side , but I promise you won ’ t use the other two for at LEAST a couple of months .
Think of it as an investment against ashy lips .
Sometimes we need a refresher .
Well , for a low $ 5 you can try Mario Badescu face spray .
Made with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it ’ s a great midday skincare pick-me-up , especially if your skin is on the dry side .
It moisturizes your face while also cutting excess oil like a toner , and it ’ s super affordable .
It honestly sells itself .
Ella Paradis is still having a 60 % off tons of sex toys this holiday season with the promo code COZY .
Among them is the queen of queens , the Lelo Sona 2 Cruise .
It stimulates your clitoris with small puffs of air that can be automatically @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a partner ) use when you ’ re getting down to business .
It also comes with multiple speeds and rhythms to get you hot , bothered , and ultimately sated .
Whatcha waiting for ?
Check the gift for your skincare-obsessed friend off your list with a Glow Recipe Glow Together set for a decent $ 34 .
It includes their famous Watermelon Sleeping Mask as well as the Watermelon Glow Ultra Fine Mist .
The sleeping mask is made with watermelon extract and hyaluronic acid to moisturize your face overnight for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Ultra Fine Mist does great as a midday toner , to refresh your face throughout the day and cut a bit of oil , keeping your face cool , calm , and collected .
Plus , it smells like Jolly Ranchers .
What are you waiting for ?
Skincare mavericks Ole Henriksen came through for the holidays .
If you need to prep for a small get-together , try out the Pre-Party Juice makeup prep set , made to make your skin glow right before you apply makeup , or even the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to make your skin healthy and bright over time .
Known for its Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask , Glow Recipe made its claim to fame with its pastel packaging and skincare line with fruit extracts to really make your skin , well , glow .
Two of my faves that I was lucky enough to try out were the Glowing Skin Trio and the Glow Together set .
The Glowing Skin Trio includes their classic Blueberry Bounce gentle cleanser , Avocado Melt retinol eye sleeping mask , and Banana Soufflè moisture cream .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ you soft , moisturized skin , plus they smell amazing .
Seriously , don ’ t use these when you ’ re hungry !
If you ’ re a fan of the classics , the Glow Together Set for $ 34 is your best bet .
It comes with the Watermelon sleeping mask that illuminates your skin while you sleep for a nice , glassy , and dewy skin for the next day , as well as the Watermelon Glow Ultra Fine Mist for a mid-day skincare pick-me-up .
I ’ d recommend @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your family .
They ’ probably had it on their list of things to try , anyway .
We all need to chill the hell out every once in a while .
In comes Sunday Scaries , named for the well , Sunday scaries .
The fruit-punch flavored CBD oil had me relaxing in about 10 minutes , and the chews give me uninterrupted sleep , which is all I need these days since the pandemic has made me a tad neurotic .
Your strong stressed-out friends ( please check on them ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for its minimalist , yet stylish power stations , made with three power coils to give a continuous charge to your phone no matter how you place it .
After testing out its Apple Watch Base Station , I found it can also charge my Apple Watch Series 6 without any drama , which everyone needs less of in 2020 ( drama , not charging ) .
I ’ m also a fan of their slim straps , a recent endeavor to cast their net to women , and honestly ?
I ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Horween leather , are smooth and can last through rain and multiple handwashings .
They ’ re also thin enough not to overpower small wrists , making them a perfect gift for anyone wanting something classically efficient .
Luckily for you , Nomad is having a Black Friday sale on their Modern Slim Straps and their rugged iPhone 12 cases , bringing the prices down to $ 40 and $ 30 , respectively .
Love to see it .

Ignacia on Kinja Deals, shared by Jordan McMahon to The Root

And so the holidaze begins. As we all search for gifts for ourselves and loved ones for the plethora of holidays we’ll be celebrating throughout the month of December, it might be easier to find lifestyle Cyber Monday deals all in one place. That’s where I come in. I’ve compiled all the best Cyber Monday deals to get you through the holiday season. From skincare to CBD, to homemade cocktails, I’ve got my eye open on everything so you can chill the hell out even while the world is going to hell. Let’s get to it!
All my naturals, rejoice because Tracee Ellis Ross’ hair care line, Pattern is only $18, which is $9 off the original list price of $25. While it isn’t completely sulfate-free, the conditioner is still gentle and can moisturize dry hair. I’ve used it on my hair and it’s w orked wonders. Grab it before it’s gone!
Hey, hey. If you’re looking for some makeup remover wipes, you should check out this sale at Ulta Beauty. Because of Cyber Monday, Neutrogena Products are 25% off! They’re soft and gently take off makeup without irritating your skin.
If you love your eyebrows filled in and eyeshadow to make your eyes pop, make it your business to take advantage of Benefit Cosmetics 25% off sitewide sale for Cyber Monday. It’s 25% off everything—including their holiday sets with the code FRIYAY. If you grab some now, you’ll be glammed up for New Years’!
From now until Monday, you can get up to 50% off prescription and non-prescription sun— and eyeglasses at Ray-Ban. If you’ve been waiting on the day when you can finally get a pair of aviators to top off your cute outfit. I personally have my eye on a pair of round eyeglasses with red trim, what about you?
We all know the best way to indulge is to relax and unwind at the end of the day with a face mask. Well, Glam Glow’s Oxygenating Bubble Sheet mask is a fun way to get your skin moisturized and clean! For $10 because of a Cyber Monday sale, you’ll be able to lift excess dirt from your pores as the mask itself bubbles up, leaving your face clean and clear.
Moisturize the dry skin away with Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream. The mini size is $20 and because it’s so rich in Cupuaçu Butter, acai, and coconut oil, just a pinch will do the trick. Love yourself this year and grab it before it’s gone!
Elegant jewelry doesn’t have to be expensive. Thanks to Mejuri, you can get your hands on a pair of 14K gold earrings for under $150 and necklaces for less than $350. I personally have these mini gold hoops on my Christmas wishlist. But even if you aren’t as simplistic as me, you should check out this personable Snake Ring to shake things up.
If you’re thinking of gifting something a little more heartfelt and thoughtful, I’d recommend a Pandora bracelet. Yes, it’s basically a grown-up version of a charm bracelet, but you and that special person in your life can both can customize a bracelet to your hearts’ desire. I’ve gotten my mother and my sisters a couple of charms these past couple of years, and they’ve loved each and every one. If they’re more a fan of aesthetics, you can purchase pretty charms, or match it with their eclectic sense of style. It’s an easy and fun way to bond.
Whew, all the food lovers rejoice! The Ninja Foodi pressure cooker, tender crisper, and air fryer is down to $120, which is 52% off the original list price. For all who don’t understand the magic of this cute kitchen appliance, you can air fry literally whatever you want (fries, chicken wings, even BROCOLLI!), and can use the pressure cooker to make juicy, savory meats and stews in a fraction of the time it would take on a traditional stove. I have a similar one, and let me tell y’all. I’ve made baby back ribs, chicken wings, and even mashed potatoes in this bad boy. It’s a mistake not to grab one before they’re all gone.
Welcome to Cyber Monday, all. We’ve got a Kyoku 5-Piece knife set that’s 20% off its original list price bringing the price down to $80. You can chop, slice, and dice to your heart’s desire while knowing you’ve got a good deal. The set comes with a chef knife, bread knife, boning knife, utility knife, and a paring knife, all made from Japanese high carbon steel. Whatcha waiting for?
AeroGarden Harvest Slim | $80 | Macy’s
As an early Cyber Monday deal, Macy’s has an awesome sale on an AeroGarden Harvest Slim. For a low $80, you’ll get a counter-sized greenhouse ready to grow your favorite herbs for cooking. It has a LED light to keep the sunshine and a system to remind you to water your plants. Apparently, the plants can grow five times faster and can reach up to 12" in height.
You’ll also get a gourmet herbs starter packet which includes Genovese basil, curly parsley, dill, mint, thyme, Thai basil, and some liquid plant food because they WILL get hungry and deserve the world if they are to live their best life and thrive. This is a great option for people who love cooking and use herbs all year, especially when it’s cold out.
Get your Thanksgiving living room look together with a Full Snap eyeshadow and mini mascara set from Fenty Beauty, only $20. It includes six mattes and shimmers to make your eyes POP for those selfies on Instagram and cute little TikTok videos. You’ll also get a mini mascara for your eyelashes, defining your eye shape and completing the look. Grab it before it’s gone!
Had a long week.? Same. Why not kick it with some CBD goods to bring your weekend relaxation to another level? We will even help you out with an exclusive offer of 50% off all products with the code JOY.
If you’re not sure where to start, we recommend checking out Cornbread Hemp’s CBD oil. The company claims it’s the strongest USDA-certified whole plant organic CBD oil you’ll find. You can get a bottle of the original stuff (which has 25mg CBD per milliliter) for $55. If you want even more CBD goodness packed into every drop, the extra strength version is available with 50mg per milliliter in a larger bottle for $82 after discount.
Cornbread Hemp ships to all 50 states and offers a 30-day money-back guarantee if you’re not happy with their products, making this purchase the least stressful thing about your weekend.
If you’ve been looking for a gift for your makeup-obsessed friend, check out this Tartelette Amazonian clay eyeshadow gift set—a pack of three palettes for a low $49. You’ll get neutral, bronze, and pink/plum shades for whatever makeup look you can think of. Tarte Cosmetics is a dope, vegan brand, so you’ll feel better about consumption while you craft a totally amazing eyeshadow look.
Give your lips a dash of color with a limited edition, Yves Saint Laurent Mini Rouge Couture lipstick set. At $50, this one’s for the makeup-obsessed person in your life. You’ll receive four different shades to fit your fancy in a satin finish, which is just as classic as the brand YSL.
For a low $36, Fenty Beauty’s Holo Daze mini gloss bomb collection adorns your lips with four moisturizing lip colors made to top off your makeup look. The best part is your lips won’t even get sticky, which is 100% the reason everyone hates lip gloss. Trust in Rihanna and buy the damn makeup!
Moisturize your lips and grace them with a holographic shine. Huda Beauty’s silk hydrating lip balm, only $17, has soybean and licorice extracts for a non-sticky sheen and hyaluronic acid to keep your lips from cracking when exposed to the fall and winter dry air. What are you waiting for?
Winter is coming, just like the Starks said. A good way to prevent chapped lips is to get a lip balm that really works. From personal experience, Jack Black lip balm is the truth. It has a natural mint flavor that gives you a satisfying tingle when applied and will last for the majority of the day without having to re-apply. Plus, a three-pack is $22, which is on the more expensive side, but I promise you won’t use the other two for at LEAST a couple of months. Think of it as an investment against ashy lips.
Sometimes we need a refresher. Well, for a low $5 you can try Mario Badescu face spray. Made with aloe, herbs, and rosewater, it’s a great midday skincare pick-me-up, especially if your skin is on the dry side. It moisturizes your face while also cutting excess oil like a toner, and it’s super affordable. It honestly sells itself.
Ella Paradis is still having a 60% off tons of sex toys this holiday season with the promo code COZY. Among them is the queen of queens, the Lelo Sona 2 Cruise. It stimulates your clitoris with small puffs of air that can be automatically controlled by the pressure you (or a partner) use when you’re getting down to business. It also comes with multiple speeds and rhythms to get you hot, bothered, and ultimately sated. Whatcha waiting for?
Check the gift for your skincare-obsessed friend off your list with a Glow Recipe Glow Together set for a decent $34. It includes their famous Watermelon Sleeping Mask as well as the Watermelon Glow Ultra Fine Mist. The sleeping mask is made with watermelon extract and hyaluronic acid to moisturize your face overnight for a dewy glow the next morning. The Ultra Fine Mist does great as a midday toner, to refresh your face throughout the day and cut a bit of oil, keeping your face cool, calm, and collected. Plus, it smells like Jolly Ranchers. What are you waiting for?
Ole Henriksen
Skincare mavericks Ole Henriksen came through for the holidays. If you need to prep for a small get-together, try out the Pre-Party Juice makeup prep set, made to make your skin glow right before you apply makeup, or even the Happy Juice brightening skincare set, made to make your skin healthy and bright over time.
Known for its Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask, Glow Recipe made its claim to fame with its pastel packaging and skincare line with fruit extracts to really make your skin, well, glow.
Two of my faves that I was lucky enough to try out were the Glowing Skin Trio and the Glow Together set. The Glowing Skin Trio includes their classic Blueberry Bounce gentle cleanser, Avocado Melt retinol eye sleeping mask, and Banana Soufflè moisture cream. When used before bed, it gives you soft, moisturized skin, plus they smell amazing. Seriously, don’t use these when you’re hungry!
If you’re a fan of the classics, the Glow Together Set for $34 is your best bet. It comes with the Watermelon sleeping mask that illuminates your skin while you sleep for a nice, glassy, and dewy skin for the next day, as well as the Watermelon Glow Ultra Fine Mist for a mid-day skincare pick-me-up.
I’d recommend the two for the skincare-obsessed members of your family. They’ probably had it on their list of things to try, anyway.
We all need to chill the hell out every once in a while. In comes Sunday Scaries, named for the well, Sunday scaries. The fruit-punch flavored CBD oil had me relaxing in about 10 minutes, and the chews give me uninterrupted sleep, which is all I need these days since the pandemic has made me a tad neurotic. Your strong stressed-out friends (please check on them) will thank you.
Nomad is known for its minimalist, yet stylish power stations, made with three power coils to give a continuous charge to your phone no matter how you place it. After testing out its Apple Watch Base Station, I found it can also charge my Apple Watch Series 6 without any drama, which everyone needs less of in 2020 (drama, not charging).
I’m also a fan of their slim straps, a recent endeavor to cast their net to women, and honestly? I’m impressed! The straps, made of Horween leather, are smooth and can last through rain and multiple handwashings. They’re also thin enough not to overpower small wrists, making them a perfect gift for anyone wanting something classically efficient.
Luckily for you, Nomad is having a Cyber Monday sale on their Modern Slim Straps and their rugged iPhone 12 cases, bringing the prices down to $40 and $30, respectively. Love to see it.


theroot--2020-11-27--For the Culture: Spend This Long Weekend With Some of Our Greatest Authors and Artists

Right about now , you ’ re hopefully on your third ( or fourth ) round of leftovers , giving new meaning to the term “ comfort food ” —and no judgments , since we can use all the comfort we can get as this tortured year comes to a long-awaited close .
But as you ’ re feeding your body , don ’ t forget to nurture your mind and soul , as well ; there are a number of cultural goings-on this weekend featuring voices past and present that will provide ample food for thought as you continue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weekend .
For instance , feast on Chapter & Verse : The Gospel of James Baldwin , an ongoing virtual exhibition released in monthly toolkits in partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago ( MCA ) .
The multimedia exhibit is an artistic collaboration between the late author-activist and acclaimed musician Meshell Ndegeocello , who describes it as “ a 21st-century ritual toolkit for justice .
A call for revolution .
A gift during turbulent times.
” The toolkits , which initially launched in September , have become available each month at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ndegeocello for the MCA by Associate Curator of Performance Tara Aisha Willis , whose enchantment with the project began when it premiered as a live performance at Harlem Stage several years ago .
“ It was one of the first things I wanted to bring when I started at MCA in 2017 , ” Willis told The Root during a phone call .
“ So really , I ’ ve been like , this is the project for me ...
I knew I had to do this even before I started working here.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ possess an almost preternatural ability to create work that feels eternally relevant , Willis contends it ’ s an outgrowth of the relentless truthtelling each has made a hallmark of their work .
“ You were born where you were born and faced the future that you faced because you were black and for no other reason , ” Baldwin wrote in The Fire Next Time .
“ The limits of your ambition were , thus , expected to be set forever .
You were born into a society which spelled out with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ways as possible , that you were a worthless human being .
You were not expected to aspire to excellence : you were expected to make peace with mediocrity.
” “ It ’ s always relevant , right ?
” asks Willis in response to our suggestion that Chapter & Verse feels prescient in so many ways .
“ It ’ s like , the way that we ’ re coming to the table as Black people—and especially as Black women—is always relevant ; it ’ s always been in style , even @ @ @ @ @ @ @ such .
So there ’ s that aspect of it .
And then on top of that , you know , this B.S.
, for lack of a better way of putting it , around sort of how race works in America is always coming back around .
So I think , you know , even when it ’ s not at the forefront of a lot of people ’ s minds , it ’ s still so relevant.
” By sheer dint of identity and occupation , how race works in America @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minds here at The Root .
As much more of America has joined us in that conversation this year , the timing and execution of Chapter & Verse speak to both the very tangible realities of life as we currently know it and the necessity for even more honest and creative ways to continue that conversation .
In regard to both , Willis lauds Ndegeocello for reimagining her work to meet the needs of the moment .
“ I think that ’ s another beautiful thing about this in rethinking it .
She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ How do we adapt this for the digital space ?
’ It was actually like , ‘ How do we create a feeling among people who are not necessarily going to be in a room together or even on a Zoom call together for this ?
’ ” Willis explains .
“ It ’ s really about knowing that other people are reading , listening and watching the same material as you on their own time , within their own schedules and the hecticness of what ’ s happening right now .
And @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , energizing force to watch and read and experience these materials , you know ?
So I think the most beautiful part about how she really reenvisioned it with her collaborators was to shift from an event focus to thinking of it as a gift for the audience.
” The first three monthly installments of Chapter & Verse : The Gospel of James Baldwin have already been published , along with video and audio materials .
The last installment will go live on December 15 .
To access the toolkits : Before you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , beginning Friday night you can dig into a marathon of Morrison read by some of your favorite authors with A Tribute to Toni Morrison : Marathon Reading of Song of Solomon , presented by Literacy Partners as part of their Literary and Social Justice Series .
Taking place on November 27 , from 8 pm to 11 pm , November 28 from 2 pm - 6 pm , and November 29 from 2 pm to 6:30 pm ET , tickets are available for as low as a $ 5 suggested donation—though donations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ books !
Is theater more your scene ?
Head over to Chicago ’ s famed Steppenwolf Theatre for What Is Left Burns , one of several plays now available on Steppenwolf NOW , the theater ’ s new virtual programming stream .
Written by James Ijames , What Is Left Burns is a short play directed by Obie Award-winning director Whitney White and stars Tony-nominated actors Jon Michael Hill and K. Todd Freeman .
What Is Left Burns is one of six virtual productions on Steppenwolf NOW ; all of which are available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ virtual membership .
Discounts are available for essential workers , artists , students and teachers ; more information is available at steppenwolf.org/now .
The Goodman Theatre , another acclaimed Chicago institution , is also currently featuring an incredible Black playwright .
Dael Orlandersmith ’ s Until the Flood , which we featured in its onstage run at the theater in 2018 , made its broadcast premiere in the Goodman ’ s virtual theater this month .
A one-woman show exploring the response of the community of Ferguson , Mo .
following the extrajudicial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s performance is gripping , gut-wrenching and proven more relevant than ever as it is now made available to audiences worldwide ... for FREE ( though a donation to the theater is both welcome and suggested ) .
In New York , the theaters may be quieter than usual , but the Public Theater , long known for being the initial launching pad for world-renowned productions like For Colored Girls and Hamilton , is now centering different names , donating its facade as a blank canvas for Say Their Names , an artist @ @ @ @ @ @ @ violence .
The 24-hour live-stream of Say Their Names is available nightly from 5 pm ET to m idnight ET through December 5 .
Lastly , during a year many of us aren ’ t able to share the holidays with our families , the New York Times is offering a particularly poignant meditation on family and legacy with the short film Concerto Is a Conversation , now available to watch as part of the Times ’ Op-Docs series .
Per the Times , “ Virtuoso jazz pianist and film composer Kris Bowers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his 91-year-old grandfather from Jim Crow Florida to the Walt Disney Concert Hall .
“ No , it ’ s not the same as being with our grandparents this holiday , but this beautifully shot short film will no doubt give you the warm and fuzzies ... and other than leftovers , isn ’ t that all we really want this weekend ?

Right about now, you’re hopefully on your third (or fourth) round of leftovers, giving new meaning to the term “comfort food”—and no judgments, since we can use all the comfort we can get as this tortured year comes to a long-awaited close. But as you’re feeding your body, don’t forget to nurture your mind and soul, as well; there are a number of cultural goings-on this weekend featuring voices past and present that will provide ample food for thought as you continue to nosh your way through the holiday weekend.
For instance, feast on Chapter & Verse: The Gospel of James Baldwin, an ongoing virtual exhibition released in monthly toolkits in partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA). The multimedia exhibit is an artistic collaboration between the late author-activist and acclaimed musician Meshell Ndegeocello, who describes it as “a 21st-century ritual toolkit for justice. A call for revolution. A gift during turbulent times.” The toolkits, which initially launched in September, have become available each month at thegospelofjamesbaldwin.com.
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From the MCA:
Inspired by James Baldwin’s truth-telling treaty on justice in America, The Fire Next Time, and our current endlessly changing world, this is a call for revolution in the form of an ongoing gift during turbulent times. Artists making vital work from theater to sculpture share testimonies of resilience in this monthly release of music, thoughts, meditations, and visual media, including poet and activist, Staceyann Chin, artists Suné Woods and Nicholas Galanin, and director Charlotte Brathwaite.
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The exhibition was developed with Ndegeocello for the MCA by Associate Curator of Performance Tara Aisha Willis, whose enchantment with the project began when it premiered as a live performance at Harlem Stage several years ago. “It was one of the first things I wanted to bring when I started at MCA in 2017,” Willis told The Root during a phone call. “So really, I’ve been like, this is the project for me...I knew I had to do this even before I started working here.”
If both Baldwin and Ndegeocello both possess an almost preternatural ability to create work that feels eternally relevant, Willis contends it’s an outgrowth of the relentless truthtelling each has made a hallmark of their work.
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“You were born where you were born and faced the future that you faced because you were black and for no other reason,” Baldwin wrote in The Fire Next Time. “The limits of your ambition were, thus, expected to be set forever. You were born into a society which spelled out with brutal clarity, and in as many ways as possible, that you were a worthless human being. You were not expected to aspire to excellence: you were expected to make peace with mediocrity.”
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“It’s always relevant, right?” asks Willis in response to our suggestion that Chapter & Verse feels prescient in so many ways. “It’s like, the way that we’re coming to the table as Black people—and especially as Black women—is always relevant; it’s always been in style, even if it isn’t acknowledged as such. So there’s that aspect of it. And then on top of that, you know, this B.S., for lack of a better way of putting it, around sort of how race works in America is always coming back around. So I think, you know, even when it’s not at the forefront of a lot of people’s minds, it’s still so relevant.”
By sheer dint of identity and occupation, how race works in America has always at the forefront of our minds here at The Root. As much more of America has joined us in that conversation this year, the timing and execution of Chapter & Verse speak to both the very tangible realities of life as we currently know it and the necessity for even more honest and creative ways to continue that conversation. In regard to both, Willis lauds Ndegeocello for reimagining her work to meet the needs of the moment.
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“I think that’s another beautiful thing about this in rethinking it. She really—it wasn’t like, ‘How do we adapt this for the digital space?’ It was actually like, ‘How do we create a feeling among people who are not necessarily going to be in a room together or even on a Zoom call together for this?’” Willis explains. “It’s really about knowing that other people are reading, listening and watching the same material as you on their own time, within their own schedules and the hecticness of what’s happening right now. And that it can feel like a galvanizing, energizing force to watch and read and experience these materials, you know? So I think the most beautiful part about how she really reenvisioned it with her collaborators was to shift from an event focus to thinking of it as a gift for the audience.”
The first three monthly installments of Chapter & Verse: The Gospel of James Baldwin have already been published, along with video and audio materials. The last installment will go live on December 15. To access the toolkits:
Read: A monthly broadsheet, featuring Baldwin’s words and calls to action, is available via PDFs available on the website. Call: Dial a toll-free telephone number and discover songs, meditations, and chants to ease your mind any time, day or night, when you need it most. Watch: Experience visual testimonies by Staceyann Chin, Suné Woods, Nicholas Galanin, and Charlotte Brathwaite, with original music created by Ndegeocello.
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Before you binge on Baldwin with Chapter & Verse, beginning Friday night you can dig into a marathon of Morrison read by some of your favorite authors with A Tribute to Toni Morrison: Marathon Reading of Song of Solomon, presented by Literacy Partners as part of their Literary and Social Justice Series. Taking place on November 27, from 8 pm to 11 pm, November 28 from 2 pm - 6 pm, and November 29 from 2 pm to 6:30 pm ET, tickets are available for as low as a $5 suggested donation—though donations of $50 and up come with books!
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From Literary Hub:
Literacy Partners is proud to present a weekend-long marathon reading of Toni Morrison’s classic, Song of Solomon. With introductions by Kevin Young (African-American Poetry), Andrea Davis Pinkney (Loretta Little Looks Back), Lisa Lucas, and readings by authors Brit Bennett (The Vanishing Half), Edwidge Danticat (Everything Inside), Hilton Als (White Girls), Jacqueline Woodson (Red at the Bone), Jason Reynolds (Long Way Down), Jesmyn Ward (Sing, Unburied, Sing), Louise Erdrich (The Night Watchman), Ocean Vuong (On Earth, We’re Briefly Gorgeous), Robin Coste Lewis (Voyage of the Sable Venus), and more. Suggested donations begin at $5 and can be purchased here. Donations $100 and above will include a free book bundle.
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Is theater more your scene? Head over to Chicago’s famed Steppenwolf Theatre for What Is Left Burns, one of several plays now available on Steppenwolf NOW, the theater’s new virtual programming stream. Written by James Ijames, What Is Left Burns is a short play directed by Obie Award-winning director Whitney White and stars Tony-nominated actors Jon Michael Hill and K. Todd Freeman.
A synopsis, per the Steppenwolf:
Two poets separated by age and distance engage in a video call rendezvous after 15 years. Keith, a distinguished poet and professor of literature is moving towards retirement after a recent divorce from his wife. Ronnie, his younger former lover and mentee, has a New York Times bestselling book and a burgeoning career ahead of him. The two men wade through the connection they once had as they struggle with the desires that still bind them.
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What Is Left Burns is one of six virtual productions on Steppenwolf NOW; all of which are available with the purchase of a virtual membership (currently discounted 50%; see below ) . Discounts are available for essential workers, artists, students and teachers; more information is available at steppenwolf.org/now.
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The Goodman Theatre, another acclaimed Chicago institution, is also currently featuring an incredible Black playwright. Dael Orlandersmith’s Until the Flood, which we featured in its onstage run at the theater in 2018, made its broadcast premiere in the Goodman’s virtual theater this month. A one-woman show exploring the response of the community of Ferguson, Mo. following the extrajudicial killing of Michael Brown, Orlandersmith’s performance is gripping, gut-wrenching and proven more relevant than ever as it is now made available to audiences worldwide...for FREE (though a donation to the theater is both welcome and suggested).
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In New York, the theaters may be quieter than usual, but the Public Theater, long known for being the initial launching pad for world-renowned productions like For Colored Girls and Hamilton, is now centering different names, donating its facade as a blank canvas for Say Their Names, an artist installation honoring Black lives lost to police violence.
Per the Public:
SAY THEIR NAMES will honor, remember, and include over 2,100 names and accompanying sentences of Black lives murdered at the hands of the police. Curated by Garlia Cornelia Jones and designed by Lucy Mackinnon, this installation will cover the entire front of the landmark building and feature work by six visual artists from varying mediums including From Ferguson to Baltimore by Dáreece Walker and Pietà by Tylonn J. Sawyer, responding to one single prompt:
For centuries, the murders of Black Americans have been overlooked, covered up, and disregarded.We invite you to remember. We invite you to honor. We invite you to Say Their Names.
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The 24-hour live-stream of Say Their Names is available nightly from 5 pm ET to midnight ET through December 5.
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Lastly, during a year many of us aren’t able to share the holidays with our families, the New York Times is offering a particularly poignant meditation on family and legacy with the short film Concerto Is a Conversation, now available to watch as part of the Times’ Op-Docs series.
Per the Times, “Virtuoso jazz pianist and film composer Kris Bowers tracks his family’s lineage through his 91-year-old grandfather from Jim Crow Florida to the Walt Disney Concert Hall. “
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No, it’s not the same as being with our grandparents this holiday, but this beautifully shot short film will no doubt give you the warm and fuzzies...and other than leftovers, isn’t that all we really want this weekend?
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Updated: Saturday, 11/28/20 at 1:05 p.m., ET: Through December 4 , Steppenwolf Theatre is offering 50% off v irtual memberships with the code VIRTUALHOLIDAY. The article has been slightly amended to reflect this sale.


theroot--2020-11-27--Auntie Unfiltered with Tichina Arnold and Tisha Campbell

I hope you were able to enjoy Thanksgiving as much as possible .
I have a special treat to carry you into the weekend .
I got a chance to sit with Tisha Campbell and Tichina Arnold this week and talk about any and everything .
The ladies are returning this year to host the Soul Train Music Awards for the third time .
These ladies have known each other since they were youngins , and depth of their friendship is evident the moment you spend any amount of time with them .
We talked music , longevity , sticking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in between on this episode .
The two of them offered great advice for anyone looking to live their dream while simultaneously making a living from it .
As always , I want to hear from you .
If you have questions , comments , or concerns , if you need advice , or if you have a topic you think I should discuss , hit me up at AuntieSubmissions @ TheRoot.com .
The Soul Train Awards air this coming Sunday , Nov. 29 , at 8pm in your local time zone .

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theroot--2020-11-27--White Oregon Man Accused of Fatally Shooting Black Teen Over 'Loud Music'

In Ashland , Oregon , a white man was arrested and is suspected of fatally shooting a Black teen in a motel parking lot Monday morning following a heated altercation that , according to authorities , started over loud music .
KTVL 10 reports that 47-year-old Robert Keegan was still on the scene when police arrived after he allegedly shot 19-year-old Aidan Ellison outside of the Stratford Inn .
Keegan was staying at the motel with his son after the Almeda Fire caused them to be displaced from their home in Talent .
“ The victim had apparently been playing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and this upset the suspect , which caused the suspect to go down and engage him in an argument , ” Tighe O ’ Meara , Ashland Police chief said , KTVL reports .
According to NBC 5 , Ellison was shot once in the chest .
O ’ Meara confirmed that “ t he person responsible for the shooting was still on scene and was detained immediately by the officers .
” He also mentioned that paramedics tried to save Ellison but were unsuccessful .
“ It was utterly senseless , didn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ getting violent with each other for such stupid reasons , ” O ’ Meara said , NBC reports .
“ Unfortunately , there was nothing to be done .
” ABC 12 reports that Keegan made his first court appearance virtually on Tuesday where he was arraigned .
He is currently being held without bail at the Jackson County Jail and is charged with s econd-d egree murder and f irst-degree manslaughter in Ellison ’ s death .
Keegan is also charged with unlawful possession of a weapon for concealing a firearm without @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reckless endangering , a charge related to another person who was present during the shooting , according to KTVL .
Sara Jones , Ellison ’ s roommate , told ABC 12 that “ Aidan had the kindest kind of soul ” and that “ h e was a good kid .
He was full of laughter love .
He , he was just a great person .
He always liked to have fun .
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In Ashland, Oregon , a white man was arrested and is suspected of fatally shooting a Black teen in a motel parking lot Monday morning following a heated altercation that, according to authorities, started over loud music.
KTVL 10 reports that 47-year-old Robert Keegan was still on the scene when police arrived after he allegedly shot 19-year-old Aidan Ellison outside of the Stratford Inn. Keegan was staying at the motel with his son after the Almeda Fire caused them to be displaced from their home in Talent .
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“The victim had apparently been playing some music loudly in the parking lot and this upset the suspect, which caused the suspect to go down and engage him in an argument,” Tighe O’Meara, Ashland Police chief said, KTVL reports.
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According to NBC 5, Ellison was shot once in the chest. O’Meara confirmed that “t he person responsible for the shooting was still on scene and was detained immediately by the officers. ” He also mentioned that paramedics tried to save Ellison but were unsuccessful.
“It was utterly senseless, didn’t need to happen, people getting violent with each other for such stupid reasons,” O’Meara said, NBC reports. “Unfortunately, there was nothing to be done. ”
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ABC 12 reports that Keegan made his first court appearance virtually on Tuesday where he was arraigned . He is currently being held without bail at the Jackson County Jail and is charged with s econd-d egree murder and f irst-degree manslaughter in Ellison’s death. Keegan is also charged with unlawful possession of a weapon for concealing a firearm without a concealed carry permit as well as reckless endangering, a charge related to another person who was present during the shooting, according to KTVL.
Sara Jones, Ellison’s roommate, told ABC 12 that “Aidan had the kindest kind of soul” and that “h e was a good kid. He was full of laughter love. He, he was just a great person. He always liked to have fun. ”