Faith & Reflection: Voices from the Black Church and Beyond Nuns are everywhere – we’ve had Isabella Rossellini’s Sister Agnes stealing the show in Conclave and nuns with main character energy in The Phoenician Scheme, And Just Like That and Nine Perfect Strangers. On #nuntok (yes, a thing), real sisters demystify and give surprisingly irreverent glimpses into their lives. There was the Austrian trio jailbreaking from a care home to return to their beloved convent, and at the other end of the demographic scale, a rise in younger women following, or at least considering, cloistered vocations.Nun memes have become a…
Author: Savannah Herald
Faith & Reflection: Voices from the Black Church and Beyond BEIRUT (RNS) — Pope Leo XIV left Turkey on Sunday (Nov. 30) for the capital of Lebanon, Beirut, where he met with government officials in the conflict-ridden and financially troubled country, home to one of the largest Christian communities in the Middle East. While on the plane between the two countries, Leo spoke to reporters on board about the significance of his visit to Turkey, where he commemorated the 1,700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea and voiced his message for peace, especially in Ukraine and in the…
Style Spotlight: Looks, Trends & Fashion Inspiration At D’IYANU, gratitude is at the heart of everything we do — and this Thanksgiving, our gratitude extends deeply to you, our community. Your continued support allows us not only to create bold, African inspired designs, but also to uplift the communities around us. This year, we’re proud to announce a meaningful partnership: We donated hundreds of D’IYANU clothing items to Temple University Hospital – Episcopal Campus, supporting patients in their mental health recovery journey. About Temple University Hospital – Episcopal Campus Temple University Hospital – Episcopal Campus is a nonprofit…
Style Spotlight: Looks, Trends & Fashion Inspiration Cyber Monday is finally here—and many of the fashion deals are even better than expected. With Black Friday behind us, this is one of the final days to get the pieces you’ve been eyeing before prices return to full price. If you didn’t prepare a shopping list ahead of time, consider this your curated guide to the very best Cyber Monday fashion deals happening right now. For a quick overview of some of the biggest sales: Nordstrom has up to 60% off (plus up to 40% off designer clearance), J.Crew is 50% off,…
Style Spotlight: Looks, Trends & Fashion Inspiration Hosted by Derek Hough, “The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular” returns for its 10th year, featuring dazzling new musical performances from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Disneyland Resort in California and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi. Narrated by Ginnifer Goodwin (voice of Judy Hopps in “Zootopia 2”), who carries on the tradition of sharing how the Disney Parks sparkle to life for the holidays, “The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular” airs MONDAY, DEC. 1, at 8:00 p.m. EST/PST on ABC, and streams next day on…
Style Spotlight: Looks, Trends & Fashion Inspiration Last Friday I took my niece with me to the Fall Vesta Home Show, and we had such a good time walking through all of the homes. I’ve gone to the show for years, so it’s always cool to see what the builders and designers come up with for the homes. Every home has its own vibe, so it’s always a fresh and fun experience. The houses were gorgeous (as always), but what I really love is how each designer plays up cozy textures and warm tones for the season. Lots of soft…
Style Spotlight: Looks, Trends & Fashion Inspiration ‘Tis the season for Christmas shopping!! There’s no need to be stressed because I spent a TON of time scouring the internet and searching for the best Christmas gifts for everyone in your life. From thoughtful, unique gift ideas to last-minute Amazon finds and trending gifts for him & her, this post is going to be your resource! Bookmark this post and be sure to check back often, as we will be dropping new gift guides every week and I’ll continue to update this blog post! non-toxic candle // YSL bronzer // gold…
Black Arts & Culture Feature: Above: Angèle Etoundi Essamba | Tableau Vivant | On view at Ten North Group. It’s that time of year again for the 2025 Black Art Guide to Finding Black Art during Art Week Miami. When Art Basel in Miami Beach begins, the energy in the city is electrifying. There is no conversation that does not involve art—everyone has an exhibition! From doctors to real estate companies, local hotels, and, yes, some of the finest art fairs in the world, this year is no different. The views are expansive, stretching from Opa-locka, Florida, down through the southernmost part…
Black Arts & Culture Feature: Ways to Explore Modern African Art Through Your iPhone When you know where to look, using your iPhone to explore art can be immersive. Mobile tools make it simple to experience the richness of colour, culture, and narrative found in contemporary African art from any location. Your phone can become a portable gallery if you choose the appropriate apps and viewing habits. Digital Paths to Discover African Creativity Full virtual tours are now available at many galleries. You can view artwork at various distances, navigate between collections, and stroll through rooms. This makes it easier…
Black Arts & Culture Feature: Lot 102: HENRY TAYLOR, “Before Gerhard Richter there was Cassi,” 2017 (acrylic on canvas, 84 x 66 inches / 213.4 x 167.6 cm). | Estimate $800,000-$1.2 million. SOLD for $2,063,000 fees included LOS ANGELES ARTIST Henry Taylor (b.1958) produces captivating narrative portraits—richly colored, loosely rendered, insightful images. Capturing his friends, family, Black history heroes, fellow artists, and contemporary cultural figures, the works may be humorous, heartfelt, or tend toward the political. On Nov. 18, The Now & Contemporary Evening Auction at Sotheby’s New York featured a celebrated portrait by Taylor. “Before Gerhard Richter there…