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  • Jay-Z Makes History And Becomes Hip-Hop’s First Billionaire!

    Jay-Z Makes History And Becomes Hip-Hop’s First Billionaire!

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    Brooklyn stand up! Jay-Z has made history and becomes hip-hop’s first billionaire.

    Jay-z, whose real name is Shawn Carter, has become hip-hop’s first ever Billionaire. According to Forbes, Jay-Z is worth $1 billion. Jay’s climb to the top stemmed from the many businesses that he owns.

    These businesses include stakes in art, real estate, in liquor and even in Uber. It also comes from the various businesses that he owns including Rocawear, which he ultimately sold for more than $200 million in 2007 to Iconic.

    The publication also went on to explain how Jay-Z accomplish this HUGE goal. See the list of his investments below.

    Armand de Brignac: $310 million; D’Usse: $100 million m; Cash and Investments:$200 million; Tidal: $100 million; RocNation: $75 million; Music Catalog: $75 million; Art Collection: $70 million; Real Estate: $50 million.

    The 22-time Grammy winner has the entire hip-hop and black community really proud and inspired. Congratulations Jay!

  • New York becomes the First State to Give MANDATORY Mental Health Classes in All New York Schools

    New York becomes the First State to Give MANDATORY Mental Health Classes in All New York Schools

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    Beginning this Fall, all schools in New York State will have mandatory mental health classes. This makes New York State the first state to make mental health a part of the school curriculum.The law was passed in 2016 and officially became active on July 1st, 2018. What this means is that all elementary, middle, and high school students will be taught about identifying the signs during their regular gym and health classes.These lessons for these mental health classes are set to be structured around nine main points, that was provided in the guidelines by the New York State Mental Health Education Advisory Council, including providing resources, and breaking the stigma about mental health issues.According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America stated that 18.1% of adults aged 18 and over suffer from anxiety disorders every year. They also stated that teens between the age of 13 and 18 have experienced mental health issues, most of them being severe.In an article posted on Daily Mail, State education commissioner, Mary Ellen Elia spoke about the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health.’When young people learn about mental health and that it is an important aspect of overall health and well-being, the likelihood increases they will be able to effectively recognize signs and symptoms in themselves and others and will know where to turn for help – and it will decrease the stigma that attaches to help-seeking,’ she said.Share your thoughts about this law in the comments below.

  • Anisupe Clothing makes its Debut in R.O.A.D.S Fashion Show.

    Anisupe Clothing makes its Debut in R.O.A.D.S Fashion Show.

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    Tall Male wearing a black and orange suit

    Tall Male wearing a black and orange suit

    Young, Tall male wearing red/pink and white short sleeve shirt and shorts

    Young, Tall male wearing red/pink and white short sleeve shirt and shorts

    Robert Henry is wearing a Yellow Shirt and Black jeans

    Robert Henry is wearing a Yellow Shirt and Black jeans

    Robert Henry is making a name for himself with his clothing brand, Anisupe Clothing. The up and coming fashion designer debuted his clothing line in its first fashion on Saturday, August 18th.The fashion was R.O.A.D.S presents Positive Energy, Positive Vibes Fashion Show, put together by its founder Kishawna Faulkner. It was also the place for other up and coming designers to display their clothing lines.After the show, Henry shared his thoughts on his line, his progress as a fashion designer, what he expects in the near future and more.UE: How did you feel about you debuting your line in your first fashion show?RH: I believe that show was a success. There are some things that I wish I could’ve done differently but overall the show was successful.UE: When did you start Anisupe Clothing ?RH: I started the brand in 2016.UE: What does Anisupe mean?RH: Anisupe means Anime Supply. Anime is basically a culture, it’s a way of life.UE: What was the driving force behind you going into the fashion world and starting your own line?RH: I always wanted to start a fashion line since I was in highschool, but I didn’t know what I wanted to do. When I went to college, I started working at Uniqlo and I became inspired by the Japanese fashion and culture. That’s how Anisupe Clothing came together.UE: How did you come in contact to be a part of the R.O.A.D.S fashion show?RH: Networking. I’m big on networking and going to networking events and it was at one of those events where I met the founder of R.O.A.D.S (Kishawna Faulkner) and we exchange contact information from there. I was also apart of a pop-up shop that they had back in April, which was also a success.UE: What’s next for your clothing line?RH: I see my clothing line going worldwide because that is the vision I had from the very beginning. For now, I am in the process of having my clothes sold in stores soon. I spoke to store owners and they want to work with me so I have that in the works.Robert Henry and Anisupe Clothing is just getting started in this fashion world. Be on the lookout for his clothes being sold in stores very soon. For now, you can connect with him on Instagram @anisupeclothingoffical, and on Facebook @anisupeclothing.