Color Of Money

Deanna Pearson, 4, browses the children’s shoe section at a Goodwill store in Roseville, Minn., Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt) By Anne D’Innocenzio associated press NEW YORK — When Jonah Seidenberg found out about Nike Minds, a futuristic-looking sneaker that claims to improve concentration by stimulating the soles of the feet, he had…

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George E. Johnson Sr., who founded Johnson Products Company, is photographed at his company on the South Side of Chicago, Jan. 8, 1973. (Chicago Sun-Times via AP) By Corey Williams and Aisha I. Jefferson associated press CHICAGO — George E. Johnson Sr., a pioneer in Black hair care whose multimillion-dollar business was the first Black-owned…

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BPT While today’s Fortune 500 companies have largely automated many processes, smaller businesses, the “Fortune 5 million,” often find themselves stuck due to the friction of manual workflows. For the millions of busy small and midsize businesses (SMBs) that power the U.S. economy, numerous back-office tasks like validating W-9s, reconciling receipts, user onboarding and other…

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People marching and carrying signs at Connecticut Avenue and L Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. on June 18, 1968.PHOTO: Library of Congress By Charlene Crowell TriceEdneyWire.com As 2026 unfolds, affordability, which emerged as a critical issue last year, will become a more pressing concern for most people in America. A comment by a respondent to a…

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This photo provided by Mattel Inc. shows the new autistic Barbie doll. (Mattel Inc. via AP) By Anne D’Innocenzio ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — Mattel Inc. is introducing an autistic Barbie on Monday as the newest member of its line intended to celebrate diversity, joining a collection that already includes Barbies with Down syndrome, a…

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BPT Close to 2 in 5 Americans (38%) say cash feels more “real” than digital money: It’s a tangible reminder of value, and remains a permanent part of their financial toolkit (27%). Yet, new Empower research shows that in practice, physical dollar bills may be fading from daily life: 1 in 5 say they use…

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This photo provided by Ah Louis Store shows the store decorated for the holidays on Nov. 24, 2025 in San Luis Obispo, Calif. (Ashley Ludaescher/Ah Louis Store via AP) By Mae Anderson associated press NEW YORK — The Ah Louis Store in San Luis Obispo, California, turns into a winter wonderland every holiday season. Green…

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It’s that time of year everyone; the hussle and bussle of of shoppers wondering what to buy loved ones, co-workers, and friends for the holidays. Tired of the same old-same old gift offerings? Philly has loads of Black-owned shops, offering unique gift ideas and allowing you to support the people behind them.-Ed. VISITPHILLY.COM Among Philly’s…

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From left – Jenna McFarland, Devlyn Faber, Cole Marozsan, Jyotirmai Kadiyala, Meadow Brooks, Daniel Hillman, and TruMark Financial Credit Union CEO Kelly Botti. Third annual scholarship program celebrates high school seniors creating measurable community impact while supporting the nonprofits they serve. FORT WASHINGTON, PA – TruMark Financial® Credit Union is now accepting applications for its…

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BPT With pencils sharpened and backpacks zipped, American families head back to school facing rising prices. New Empower research finds that 50% of Americans say back-to-school shopping is more expensive this year due to inflation and 31% report feeling stressed about these expenses. Stress hits hardest for younger generations Nearly 1 in 3 Americans (31%)…

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