COVID-19 has taken the lives of nearly half a million Americans and over 2.3M people worldwide. It’s impossible to process what that means fully: each number represents the end to a unique journey. Contained in the anonymous numbers are the untold stories and memories of people who often passed away, often alone. In some cases, they could […]
Laverne Cox Quotes on Overcoming Trans Stereotypes in the Media
The world is in quarantine for coronavirus, but Laverne Cox, 48, is making the best of it. The four-time Emmy-nominated actress, Emmy-winning producer, and prominent equal rights advocate is launching a new podcast, the Laverne Cox Show, on February 4. Plus, she’s announced there is a new love in her life. Appearing on Ellen, Cox said: “[Found […]
Amanda Gorman: The Youngest Inaugural Poet’s Words of Social Change
In 2017, Amanda Gorman became the first African-American National Youth Poet Laureate. Recently, she captured the nation’s attention, reading her poem, “The Hill We Climb,” at President Joe Biden’s inauguration. That day, she became the youngest inaugural poet in U.S. history at 22 years old. First Lady Jill Biden asked her to speak, and she delivered a powerful […]
Inspirational Quotes People Shared During the Pandemic
When you think of the past year, many images from the pandemic come to mind. For example, people wearing masks, deserted city streets, and violent political clashes come to mind. However, there were also much-needed moments of inspiration throughout these difficult times. As most of us isolated more at home, front-line workers, postal carriers, and health care […]
Who Will Always Be a Champion of Facts, Wisdom, and Humor? Alex Trebek
From 1984 right up to the month before his death on November 8, 2020, Alex Trebek, full name George Alexander Trebek, hosted Jeopardy! The award-winning host appeared in over 8,000 episodes, taping five per day, including some appearing posthumously. Since 2014, Alex Trebek held the Guinness World Record for most game shows hosted by the same presenter. […]
Memorable Quotes at the Transition From 2020 to 2021
We’re well into a new year after enduring 2020, a year almost nobody will miss in hindsight. However, this moment in history is one nobody will ever forget. To mark the occasion, we share some memorable quotes of the moment. May the year ahead vastly improve as we reunite and recover from a pandemic and […]
Quotes from 3 of the Best Films that Helped Us Get Through the Year
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, watching the year’s best films in theaters became dangerous. So, we watched from home. Our smaller digital screens became a connection to the outside world and a necessary escape. Entertainment, art, and music take us to the world we’re all missing right now, which is invaluable. Despite the rapid changes […]
Questionable Quotes of 3 World Leaders Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic
This year has been devastating for people around the globe as we all face the coronavirus pandemic. As the pandemic approached, world leaders reacted with determination. However, they also reacted in many other interesting ways, recorded forever in the history books. Thankfully, we’re now seeing the light at the end of a long, dark tunnel. […]
What the Pantone Color of the Year Says About the Last Five Years
This time, we’re taking a closer look at the Pantone Color of the Year. What do the colors say about our recent past? First, how can there be a “Color of the Year?” Who decides? Pantone is a U.S corporation that focuses on exact color matching. Notably, their vast library of Pantone colors ensures that […]
A Few of the Dumbest Quotes from Powerful People in 2020
Not all quotes are brilliant, and in fact, many are exceedingly dumb quotes. This time, we’ll have a bit of fun looking at a few. Having money doesn’t necessarily make you elite, smarter, or fitter for survival. However, power, fame, and money do tend to corrupt. As Sir John Dalberg-Acton once wrote, “Power tends to corrupt, and […]
Quotes from 2020’s First-Elected Women and Minorities in the United States
The 2020 elections resulted in many historic first-elected women and minorities rising to positions in the United States government. We’ll look at just a few of the many groundbreaking firsts. Slowly but surely, America’s diversity is being reflected more in our elected positions –at last! First-Elected Woman and Woman of Color Vice President Most notably, Kamala […]
Quotes from Queen Elizabeth Stretching Back 73 Remarkable Years
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip are front and center in 2020. The world’s longest-reigning living monarch is 94, while her husband is 99. Her Majesty has reigned since she was 25 years old after her father’s death, King George VI. Thus, from February 6, 1952, until today (68 years), she’s lived up to her promise made […]
