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From 2018-2020, Brett Favre’s charitable foundation, Favre 4 Hope, which has a stated mission to support disadvantaged children and cancer patients, donated more than $130,000 to the University of Southern Mississippi Athletic Foundation during the same years that Favre was working to finance a new volleyball center at the school.

Favre, a Southern Mississippi alumnus, is embroiled in a welfare scandal — extensively reported by nonprofit watchdog Mississippi Today — in which millions of dollars earmarked for people in need were misappropriated. Favre received $1.1 million for speeches he did not make, according to a state auditor report and court documents, and was instrumental in moving more than $5 million in welfare dollars toward the building of the volleyball facility while his daughter was a player on the USM volleyball team. He is among dozens of individuals and organizations being sued by the state. Favre paid back the $1.1 million, though the state says he still owes $228,000 in interest. He has not been charged with wrongdoing and posted on social media that he did not know where the funding for the volleyball facility came from.

In the same years Favre was soliciting money to build the volleyball facility, his charitable foundation, which received public donations, significantly increased its contributions to USM’s athletic fundraising arm. Tax records show that Favre 4 Hope gave the USM Athletic Foundation $60,000 in 2018, when no other charity received more than $10,000. The next year, it gave $46,817; the next highest gift, to the Special Olympics of Mississippi, was $11,000. In 2020, Favre 4 Hope sent USM’s Athletic Foundation $26,175; no other organization received more than $10,000.

Tax records also show that in 2015, when Favre’s daughter was a volleyball player at Oak Grove High in Hattiesburg, the Favre 4 Hope foundation donated $60,000 to that school’s booster club, the largest grant made by Favre 4 Hope that year. The Oak Grove Booster Club subsequently granted $60,349 to the high school with the stated purpose being: “assist to build athletic facility.”

While the tax documents don’t disclose any potential conditions Favre 4 Hope may have placed on the grants to the USM Athletic Foundation or the Oak Grove Booster Club, experts were skeptical that those donations aligned with Favre 4 Hope’s stated mission to support “charitable organizations whose focus is to provide support for disadvantaged children” and “nonprofits that provide assistance to breast cancer patients.”

“You can’t say you’re raising money for one purpose and then spend it on something totally different. Charities have an ethical obligation, and in some cases a legal obligation, to fulfill the intentions of its donors in the way funds are spent,” said Laurie Styron, executive director of CharityWatch.

“There’s the letter of the law, there’s the spirit of the law and it’s something where it would probably be tough to make a legal case but it still doesn’t look good,” said Rick Cohen, Chief Operating Officer of the National Council of Nonprofits. “It isn’t unheard of for a nonprofit to expand its mission or change its mission over time if they find they need to redirect. That does not seem to be the case here.”

Favre’s attorney declined to comment as did Favre’s NFL agent, Bus Cook, who is listed as one of Favre 4 Hope’s directors on tax documents. The Athletic attempted to contact six others listed as directors on Favre 4 Hope tax filings. Those individuals either declined to comment or didn’t respond to interview requests.

The Athletic sent emails and left voice messages seeking comment from Christi Holloway, the CFO of the USM Athletic Foundation, and Jeremy McClain, USM’s athletic director, who on 2020 tax filings was listed as the foundation’s CEO. Those requests for comment went unanswered. USM’s communications office also did not respond to interview requests.

Favre and his wife, Deanna, started Favre 4 Hope — initially called the Brett L. Favre Foundation — in 1995, his fourth season as Green Bay’s starting quarterback. The Favres directed the foundation’s money to charities such as the Boys and Girls Clubs of Green Bay and Gulfport, Miss., and Gaits To Success, an equine therapy program in Favre’s hometown of Kiln, Miss.

They raised money by hosting annual events: golf tournaments, dinners and auctions in Green Bay and a celebrity softball game, which drew a crowd of 8,500 fans in Appleton, Wis. in 2005. In the foundation’s first decade, it donated small amounts to a long list of charities. Forty-four organizations received grants in 2007, including 19 for $5,000 or less. Starting in 2009, the list of charities never topped 14 and the size of the donations grew.

Deanna Favre was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2004. A year later, she launched her own charity, the Deanna Favre Hope Foundation. That year, the Appleton Post-Crescent reported she sold 210,000 pink Packers “G” logo baseball hats to raise over $1 million for breast cancer research.

On Jan.1, 2010, the Favres merged their two charities, creating Favre 4 Hope. Deanna’s foundation, which focused on helping underprivileged or uninsured women get preventative breast cancer screenings, added $632,713 to the collective pot, pushing Favre 4 Hope’s revenue to $1,767,864 in 2010. The mission statement of the joint foundation was amended to add Deanna’s cause, breast cancer patients, and to include Minnesota as an area of focus as Favre played his final two NFL seasons (2009-10) for the Vikings.

From 2001 (the first year that the foundation’s tax forms are publicly available) to 2020, Favre 4 Hope gave $5,492,721 in grants, averaging $274,636 in donations per year.

“One of the things I am most proud of about all the things I have been able to achieve is being able to give away so much money and help so many people with Favre 4 Hope,” Favre told the Associated Press in 2020. “Special Olympics, Cystic Fibrosis, Make-A-Wish Foundation, a big chunk of money to the Children’s Hospital in Minneapolis, to St. Jude and to Ronald McDonald House.”

In 2014, when his daughter Breleigh was a promising sophomore on the Oak Grove High varsity team, Favre led the charge for a new volleyball facility at the school. At the Oak Grove Booster Club board meeting on Nov. 18, 2014, Favre told the board he had donors lined up to help pay for the facility and that he had spoken to then-USM athletic director Bill McGillis about hosting a college volleyball tournament at the building in 2015. He encouraged board members to seek out additional donors and passed out fundraising brochures.

When the Lamar County School Board passed the $1 million project in 2015, Brett and Deanna Favre were reported to be among the community members sponsoring the facility. Fundraising and donations were funneled through the Oak Grove Boosters Club, designated as the official pass-through vehicle for the project, according to court documents.

The donation of $60,000 to the Oak Grove Booster Club in 2015 was the largest grant Favre 4 Hope made that year. (In 2015, Favre 4 Hope also granted $12,500 to the USM Athletic Foundation). The listed purpose for both grants on Favre 4 Hope tax forms was “education.”

The first phase of the 14,960 square foot volleyball facility at Oak Grove High opened in 2015 and Brett and Deanna’s role in helping make it happen was widely lauded.

“They contacted Mike Rozier, a local builder, and it really grew from there,” Tess Smith, the Lamar County superintendent of education, told the Lamar Times. She added: “I just don’t know if, during my tenure, anyone else will walk in the door and say, ‘We’re going to build a million-dollar building and give it to (the district).’ How often does that happen?”

In 2017, as Breleigh Favre began her college career at USM, Favre began meeting with school officials about building a new volleyball facility there.

According to court filings, Favre eventually connected with Nancy New, a USM alumnus who served on the school’s athletic foundation board from 2014-18, according to tax documents. She also headed up the nonprofit Mississippi Community Education Center, which distributed millions of federal dollars from the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program to local organizations.

Between Nov. 6 and Dec. 5, 2017, New’s nonprofit made two lump-sum payments totaling a combined $5 million to the USM Athletic Foundation, according to the state auditor’s report. That same month, Favre received his first payment – $500,000 – as part of an advertising agreement with the state’s welfare program, Families First, made with the understanding that the funds would go toward the volleyball facility.

“If you were to pay me,” Favre texted New in 2017, according to court documents, “is there anyway (sic) the media can find out where it came from and how much?”

In June 2018, ground broke on the volleyball facility – called “The Wellness Center” – which came with a projected cost of $6 million. That same month, Favre received a second payment from New — $600,000 — as part of the advertising agreement to help fund the project. And after making donations to the USM Athletics Foundation averaging $11,125 the previous four years, Favre’s charity donated $60,000.

Favre was in communication with key officials, according to reporting from Mississippi Today, lobbying New, then-Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant and then-USM President Dr. Rodney Bennett for increased funding and workarounds involving construction costs. Favre even texted Bryant in 2018 suggesting prison labor to help construct lockers for the facility.

By 2019, when Favre 4 Hope donated $46,817 to the USM Athletics Foundation, Favre was also working his contacts at Prevacus, a biotech company in which he was reportedly an early investor, to help advance his construction aim.

“I’ve asked Brett not to do the things he’s doing to seek funding from state agencies and the legislature for the volleyball facility,” Bennett wrote to Bryant in January 2020, according to court filings. “I will see for the ‘umpteenth time’ if we can get him to stand down.

“The bottom line is he personally guaranteed the project, and on his word and handshake we proceeded. It’s time for him to pay up — it really is just that simple.”

“That’s was my thoughts (sic),” Bryant responded. “Maybe he wants the State to pay off his promises. Like all of us I like Brett. He is a legend but he has to understand what a pledge means. I have tried many time(s) to explain that to him.”

A month later, Mississippi state auditor Shad White arrested New and former Mississippi Department of Human Services executive director John Davis, among others, alleging a conspiracy to steal welfare funds. New has pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud charges and to state charges on fraud, bribery and racketeering. Earlier this month, Davis was sentenced to 32 years in state prison after pleading guilty on 20 federal and state charges of conspiracy and fraud.

Favre has talked several times about his foundation and how proud he is of the benefits it has brought others.

“It would be a shame if people who can help don’t help,” he told the AP in 2020. “By no means are we perfect, but we do try to give back.”

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Week 5: Digital Citizenship, Hashtag Publics, Political Engagement and Activism

Different views of digital citizenship

With the development of technology, the Internet has become a necessary part of every individual's daily routine. Additionally, social media has emerged as the most widely used platform for entertainment and communication. In today's interconnected world, where virtually every aspect of our lives is influenced by digital technology, the concept of digital citizenship has become increasingly relevant. Digital citizenship expands the concepts of traditional citizenship to the online sphere, while traditional citizenship concentrates on rights and obligations inside a physical nation-state (MediaSmarts, 2023).

Hashtags

A hashtag is a term or phrase that appears before the hash symbol (#) and is used in a post on social media to help people who are interested in a particular topic find it when looking for a tag or hashtag that starts with #. Its goal is to increase interaction and draw attention to the post (O’Brien, 2023). It is obvious that hashtags facilitate communication, give context, allow users to join in on conversations, and request information. Hashtags have significantly aided in connecting with not just politics, but also other events or topics. Hashtags can connect many people around the world about an event or issue that is being discussed a lot on social networks such as Twitter and Tumblr.

Political Impact

The Internet has brought about profound changes in how citizens engage with politics, transforming the practices of stimulation and organization. Political engagement has transcended among traditional methods, with the advent of digital technologies allowing individuals to participate in active citizenship and involvement in politics (Weare, 2006). People are aware of the importance of communication platforms in advancing social justice, bringing important topics to people's attention, and inspiring collective action. They gain knowledge on how to use their virtual voices to support constructive change, take part in significant projects, and contribute to a more democratic society.

References

O’Brien, C 2023, ‘How to use hashtags effectively on social media’, Digital Marketing Institute, Digital Marketing Institute, viewed 24 March, 2024, <https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/blog/how-to-use-hashtags-in-social-media#:~:text=A%20hashtag%20is%20a%20word,your%20posts%20and%20encourage%20interaction.>.

Smarts, M 2023, ‘What is Digital Citizenship?’, MediaSmarts, viewed 24 March, 2024, <https://mediasmarts.ca/digital-media-literacy/general-information/digital-media-literacy-fundamentals/what-digital-citizenship>.

Weare, C 2006, ‘(PDF) the internet and democracy: The causal links between technology ...’, THE INTERNET AND DEMOCRACY: THE CAUSAL LINKS BETWEEN TECHNOLOGY AND POLITICS, viewed 22 March, 2024, <https://www.researchgate.net/publication/240242229_The_Internet_and_Democracy_The_Causal_Links_between_Technology_and_Politics>.

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Use auto-captions to translate videos into 20+ languages and connect with a global audience. Best of all, Wave.video allows you to stream live or broadcast pre-recorded videos on multiple channels. You can stream video content using multiple cameras, so your audience can watch you from different angles. Connect with instant livestream chat, and get comments from other social channels to keep the conversation going across the web. You can even customize screen layouts with countdowns, overlays, and intros to make your broadcasts stand out. Enhance your video broadcasts with countdowns, overlays, and intros. You’ll be able to store all your videos safely using Wave.video’s video hosting solution. This platform automatically generates video embed codes for your website, blog, or social media accounts. You can create landing pages with personalized video players and track performance using video analytics. Plus, you'll be able to add or remove play controls for viewers, enable fullscreen, and control the default video quality. Create landing pages with personalized video players to control how people view your content. You shouldn’t need to hire a professional crew just to help you create high-quality video content. (“So the shaky cam thing worked for the Blair Witch Project, but not for my campaign??”) content

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Rosario Dawson Net Worth 2023, Bio, Upcoming Movie, Boyfriend, and many more

Rosario Dawson will earn $18 million in 2023. After acting in popular movies and TV shows, she became famous. She debuted as Ruby in Kids, in 1995. Her initial film’s popularity led to numerous job offers.

Who is Rosario Dawson?

Dawson is an American actor. On May 9, 1979, Dawson was born. Most people desire to know Dawson’s wealth. The search for Dawson’s net worth has begun. Online sources list Rosario Dawson’s net worth. To learn additional information, let’s dive into the details and Read the complete post.

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Monthly Income And Salary$1,60,000 +Yearly Income And Salary$2 Million +

The actress “Dawson” is worth $18 million. Wikipedia, Forbes, and Bloomberg all say that the most well-known American actor, Dawson, is worth $18 million. Dawson has been in a number of movies and TV shows that did well. After she became famous, she got a big contract for movies and TV. Her first movie in 1995 made her famous.

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Rosario Dawson Bio

Source of Wealth: Film and Television

Full Name: Rosario Isabel Dawson

Age: 40

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

Height: 5′ 7″ (1.70 m)

Weight: 60 kg (132 lbs)

Marital Status: Single

Nationality: American

Date of Birth: May 9, 1979

Ethnicity: Puerto Rican, Cuban, and African

Occupation: Actress

Education: Columbia University

Children: 1 (Lola)

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Dawson turned 44 on May 9, 2018. She was born in New York. Her full name is Rosario Isabel Dawson, but she goes by Dawson at work. Her Afro-Cuban and Puerto Rican mother, Isabel Celeste, raised her family there.

Her mother had her when she was 17. Her mother is neither Afro-Cuban nor Puerto Rican. Her mother married Greg Dawson, who worked on building projects. Her family went to the Texas city of Garland. She has become well-known as an actress.

The films Side Streets, He Got Game, and Girls’ Night Out from 1998 all featured her work. She is well-known for her appearances in film and television. She made her film debut in 1999’s music video for Out of Control. In order to gain fame, she has collaborated with well-known individuals. gamers and voice actors.

In the video game Getting Up: Contents Under Pressure by Marc Eck from 2006, she plays Tina.

Her work is also featured in Lego Dimensions, Dishonoured: Death of the Outsider, and Dishonoured 2.

She spent a lot of time working on television.

She made her Punk’d debut in 2003. She has won the American Black Film Festival and the NAACP Image Award.

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Famous American actress Dawson is one of them. Dawson receives an excellent salary. Dawson is 54 kilograms and 5’7″ tall.

Rosario Dawson Children and Parents

Rosario Dawson Dating Life

Dawson’s personal life includes the adoption of Lola, a 12-year-old child, in 2014. She dated the actor Jason Lewis from 2004 to 2006, followed by the director Danny Boyle (2012–2013), before starting a relationship with the comedian Eric Andre in 2017. However, it’s thought that she is still legally single at this time. Los Angeles, California, is where she lives. Rosario is renowned for being a Trekkie because she adores “Star Trek” and even knows a few Klingon words.

Rosario Dawson Boyfriend

Dawson confirmed her connection with US Senator Cory Booker in March 2019. Their romance came to an end in February 2022.

Rosario Dawson Appearance

Eye ColourDark BrownHair ColourDark BrownHeight170 cm( 5 feet 7 inches)Weight(119 lbs) 54 kg

Rosario Dawson Education

EducationLee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute

Rosario Dawson Career

Dawson’s big break came with the controversial movie “Kids,” which came out in 1998. Later, she was in the independent movies “He Got Game,” “Side Streets,” and “Light It Up.”

In 2001, she was in the movie “Josie and the Pussycats.” Dawson was in “Sin City,” “Daredevil,” and “The LEGO Batman Movie.” Dawson was in “The Mandalorian,” “Luke Cage,” and “Jane the Virgin.” She helped start Voto Latino, an organization that urges young Latinos to vote.

Rosario Dawson Upcoming Movies

Haunted Mansion- On July 28, 2023, the English movie Haunted Mansion will come out. Dawson, Winona Ryder, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Jared Leto are all led by Justin Simien. Haunted Mansion added Owen Wilson, Danny DeVito, Lakeith Stanfield, and Tiffany Haddish.

Rosario Dawson Awards and Achievements

Dawson has worked in showbiz since the mid-1990s. Here are some of her most important accomplishments:

⇒“Rent” won her the 2005 Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actress.

⇒She won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in Motion Picture for her work in “Rent” in 2006.

⇒“Top of the Lake” won her the 2013 Satellite Award for Best Actress in a Dramatic Television Series.

⇒“Top of the Lake” earned her the 2014 Gracie Award for Outstanding Female Actor in a Leading Role in a Drama Series.

⇒“Jane the Virgin” won her the 2019 Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series.

⇒“Luke Cage” helped her win the 2019 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.

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"Voice and video chat are coming soon to the platform so you can communicate with people all over the world without giving them your phone number," said Elon Musk, the company's CEO. The addition of the calling function will bring the microblogging platform in line with other social media programs that have similar features. Direct messages will be available on Twitter starting May 10.

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𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗻𝗼 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 As so often before, as midnight struck and 2022 became 2023, many worldwide solemnly resolved to change their ways (in at least one respect) in the forthcoming year. These promises can be vital work matters or simple domestic improvement. They can include quitting smoking, eating less, being punctual, helping neighbors or just keeping a tidy bedroom. But one end-of-year resolution that should never be made by anyone in the maritime world - and in a great many others, too - is to behave safely. That is because safety-consciousness, to a very high level, should be an existing state of affairs, routinely finding voice and seeing action both ashore and at sea, as for example with the highly successful initiative on the “PICO BASILE”. We are delighted to say that this is an example of a great many such behaviours that must aggregate into a culture. Learn more about this inspiring initiative: #WeAreSynergy #safetyfirst #maritime #ourpeople #shipsandshipping #culture #safety

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Black ink, deadly attack can't suppress farmers' voices, says Rakesh Tikait

Black ink, deadly attack can’t suppress farmers’ voices, says Rakesh Tikait

Black ink, deadly attack can’t suppress farmers’ voices, says Rakesh Tikait Noida, May 31: The “black ink and the deadly attack” cannot suppress the voices of farmers and labourers, Bharatiya Kisan Union leader Rakesh Tikait has said after ink was thrown on him in Bengaluru. Miscreants on Monday threw ink Noida, May 31: The “black ink and the deadly attack” cannot suppress the voices of farmers…

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Your Ultimate Source for All‑Things Vegan Get the world's #1 plant‑based magazine by Anna Starostinetskaya June 30, 2022 A vegan cooking competition show is finally hitting Food Network and its host, Tabitha Brown, is everyone’s favorite vegan foodie. Called It’s CompliPlated, the show is built around the premise that cooking should be inclusive of everyone at the table. As such, each episode will feature four chefs who will be tasked with creating plant-based dishes for celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan and rotating guest judges who have various dietary restrictions.  “It’s CompliPlated reflects what it’s actually like to make a meal the whole family will love—it’s not easy to make one dish for everyone and this series makes it fun,” Jane Latman, President, Home & Food Content and Streaming, Warner Bros. Discovery (Food Network’s parent company), said in a statement. “Tabitha Brown’s energy, sense of humor and real-life journey to becoming vegan make her the perfect host to take us on this adventure.” Some concepts featured on the series will include a feast with Southern hospitality, gluten-free noodles, and an Instagram-worthy fruit-and-vegetable feast. “Becoming vegan changed my life and the way I cook—and I know folks can relate to the daily challenge of making the whole family happy with one meal, so we decided to make a game of it,” Brown said in a statement. “These chefs cook from the heart and their food is mind-blowing—viewers are sure to have a blast and be inspired for their next family dinner.” Brown took to social media to share the news of Food Network’s first vegan cooking show with her millions of fans. “This show is about to change the way we all see food,” Brown posted on Instagram. “It’s for everyone and I can’t wait to take you all on the journey with me.” It’s CompliPlated is slated to air on the Food Network on August 11, 2022 at 10pm ET.  YouTube Originals While Brown found social media fame from a video she posted in 2018 of herself enjoying a TTLA (tempeh bacon, tomato, lettuce, and avocado) sandwich in her car, the North Carolina–born influencer has been working in the entertainment industry as an actress and comedian for years. Brown has parlayed her newfound social media fame into multiple projects, including several television shows.  In 2020, Brown’s All Love web series debuted on the Ellen Digital Network. While it ran for two seasons, All Love gave viewers a taste of Brown’s advice on cooking, parenting, social media, and self-care. The vegan star is also part of the The Chi family and made her debut appearance in the fourth season of the Lena Waithe-produced Showtime series.  On top of all of these shows, Brown is becoming a major influencer for younger audiences, as well, through her popular Tab Time YouTube Original show. This show is currently in its second season which includes 10 episodes, released every week on the Tabitha Brown YouTube page and YouTube Kids App. Each 22-minute-long episode follows Brown as she interacts with various characters and engages in activities with kids, all to help young audiences learn about important life lessons such as self-care and healthy eating habits.  Target With her soothing voice, sage advice, and hilarious catchphrases, Brown is quickly winning the hearts and minds of the nation with a steady stream of projects that speak to her audiences on different levels while fulfilling her own passions.  This month, Brown shared her lifelong dream of designing a fashion line with the world through a Target collaboration that found instant success both in-store and online. The first collection dropped with 75 summer items such as towels, beach bags, coverups, swimsuits, t-shirts, and dresses, all made in vibrant patterns and prints. Target will release three additional Tabitha Brown collections this year. 

Brown also worked with seasoning brand McCormick to develop her Sunshine Seasoning. The limited launch of this seasoning sold out immediately last year, inspiring McCormick to bring Sunshine Seasoning to stores in a wider rollout this month to fill demand. She is also incorporating the seasoning into specials at Kale My Name, a restaurant she brought to the Los Angeles area after visiting its flagship in Chicago, IL.  The mother of two is also a New York Times best-selling author with her first inspirational book Feeding the Soul (Because It’s My Business). In October, fans will be able to purchase Brown’s first cookbook Cooking from the Spirit, which captures Brown’s shoot-from-the-hip cooking style and plant-based recipes fans grew to love during the Facebook Live videos she made earlier in her career.  As Facebook Live fans know, Brown’s hair has a name, Donna, and Donna has a business called Donna’s Recipe, a haircare brand Brown crafted to help others achieve their hair goals. This business is personal to Brown, who often straightened her naturally curly hair and suppressed her Southern accent to fit into a certain mold as a Hollywood actress. To advocate for equality for others who have experienced discrimination due to their natural hair, Brown is a spokesperson for The CROWN Act—legislation aimed at ending this type of discrimination on a national level—which she promoted in a Dove campaign that aired at the recent BET Awards.    Now, Brown is living a life that is true to herself and sharing it with others through her myriad projects, including the first vegan Food Network show where her veganism, hair, and distinct Southern accent will help a wider audience understand the importance of authenticity.  For the latest vegan news, read: This Startup Made Vegan Woolly Mammoth Meat. And It’s Just the Beginning. Why Lowering Meat Consumption Is Best Way To Fight Zoonotic DiseaseFirst 3D-Printed Vegan Salmon Filets Will Launch in Stores in 2023 Anna Starostinetskaya is the Senior News Editor at VegNews and is always keeping an eye on all things vegan in her home city of San Francisco, CA and everywhere else.  Love vegan weddings? So do we! Introducing VeganWeddings.com, from the editors of VegNews. See More Love vegan weddings? So do we! Introducing VeganWeddings.com, from the editors of VegNews. See More Never miss out on breaking stories, recipes, and vegan deals All-things vegan,in your mailbox and inbox Only $25 by Nicole Axworthy by Karen Asp by Nicole Axworthy by Nicole Axworthy by Nicole Axworthy by Nicole Axworthy Get the world's #1 plant-based magazine Copyright © 2022 Fresh Healthy Media, LLC source

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Republicans Have Mixed Feelings About Biden’s Plan to Combine Israel and Ukraine Aid

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No more ANYTHING for Ukraine and Biden helped start the war in Israel

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[caption id="attachment_9370" align="aligncenter" width="1680"] Damiano David at the press conference after Maneskin's victory at Eurovision 2021[/caption] On the night of Saturday, May 22, 2021, the lives of four young Italians will change radically from that moment on. Members of the rock group Maneskin won the Eurovision Song Contest held in Rotterdam, Netherlands, in a stunning way and marked a new milestone in the competition. It's not very common for styles like theirs to become the most popular song in Europe, but they did with Zitti E Buon i. And not a passing phenomenon, as happened to so many of the other artists participating in the festival, Maneskin has remained very much present in our lives ever since. The group has become a mass phenomenon , which has translated to the sheer number of hits that songs like 'I Wanna Be Your Slave' or their 'version of the classic Beggin' first performed by Frankie Valli and then Madcon . This huge success is due to the efforts of all the members, although there is one person in particular who leads the band with his voice: Damiano David, the man who has stolen hearts all over the world in recent months. It's time to get to know Maneskin better! 1. He was born in 1999 in Rome. Therefore, we can consider him part of Generation Z, since he was just a kid when we changed the millennium. And although he came to the world in the Italian capital, the truth is that he spent his entire childhood traveling due to the jobs of his two parents: flight attendants. 2. He has an older brother. His name is Jacopo David and as we can see on his Instagram account (where he has over 18,000 followers) he is a fan of football in general and of AS Roma in particular. In addition, both have a great relationship with one of the team's most legendary former players, Francesco Totti, who has protected the Roma striker for many years. 3. In addition to music, he also tries his luck in sports. Exactly in basketball. The very young Damiano David was at the base of Eurobasket Roma and remained there until the age of 17, a fundamental pillar of his human development. Are you successful professionally in basketball as much as in music? 4. He met 2 of the other 3 members of Maneskin in high school... His high school was where he had his first contact with Victoria de Angelis and Thomas Raggi. Drummer Ethan Torchio would later join after seeing an ad in which the group was looking for a musician to play the instrument. 5. But he is about to be rejected as a singer. In the early project of a rock group led by Victoria, Damiano tried to be his main vocal, but his partner was not convinced by the sound being too "pop". The young man persisted and eventually found his niche in what eventually became Maneskin. After achieving this, the artist completely changed his style. 6. The street is his first stage. If you were in Rome between 2016 and 2017, you might meet him and all the members of Maneskin without realizing, because the band started their career playing on the streets as 'Street singer' or 'street artists'. Who would say it now, with fans going to ask them to take pictures in the streets of the Italian city! 7. X Factor, the ultimate springboard to fame. In 2017, he joined Maneskin in the Italian version of Factor X, taking a very good second place and was only surpassed by Lorenzo Licitra, the winner of this edition. From that journey in competition, a viral version of his classic Beggin' emerged, and they coincide with members of the Spanish duo MARLENA, an inspired name, by the way, in their song Torna A Casa. 8. He has a relationship with Giorgia Soleri. The artist and model also started flirting in 2017, although they don't often appear together in public and prefer to dress modestly. 9. Due to the constant kisses that David gave Thomas, many people thought that both components of Maneskin were a couple. But the band's lead singer defines herself as heterosexual, yes, in the so-called 'inflexibility' or 'curiosity'.

Also, thanks to those moments, the love of freedom became apparent in some territories that even today, and it seems surprising, in the end they still don't consider it something appropriate. 10. His Instagram username refers to a mythical creature. Damiano was called @ykaaar in that social network and everyone wondered where that name came from. It is nothing more than Icarus, a character in Greek mythology represented by angel wings, in addition, he also has tattoos on his body. Because it can be seen with the naked eye, the male singer is also very passionate about tattoos. These above are 10 facts about Damiano David. If you are an avid fan of Damiano David in particular and Maneskin in general, do not hesitate to visit our store to see Maneskin merch.

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There are a lot of different voip service providers, and it can be hard to find out which voip provider is the best for your needs. For your business, you'll want to find a provider that can give you the features and best services you need at a cost that fits your pocket. To help you make the best decision for your business, we've compiled a list of the 5 best voip providers based on our own experience and research. But remember that each VoIP provider has its unique set of features, so be sure to read on to find out which voip provider is right for you. Best Voip Providers For Startups: Whether you have a small business or a startup, sure, you will find them useful and helpful. Also, you will find out about their user experience, pricing, and pros and cons; continue reading to discover more. The top 5 best VoIP service providers are mentioned below. 1. Vonage: It is quite practical to have a single app that can integrate all your communication channels. The #1 VoIP provider, Vonage, unifies your voice, video, and text messaging in a simple-to-use app. With more than 50 mobile options to help you work more effectively, Vonage enables you to expand your global presence. Your company can count on Vonage to be there when you need it most with a 99.999% availability. Vonage is a complete VoIP phone solution for companies of all kinds, with a marketplace offering various add-ons and connectors. Best For: Businesses searching for a dependable VoIP phone service with a variety of features and integrations may consider Vonage. Key Features: Voicemails, incorrect calls, and faxes from your business are all delivered to a single inbox, thanks to Business Inbox. You may control all of your account settings, customers, functionality, and billing using the Admin interface. Using the potent video conferencing application Vonage Meetings, you can connect with numerous individuals. You can handle your calls more effectively with the help of flexible tools like call waiting, call forwarding, and caller ID. Thanks to desktop and mobile applications, you can carry your Vonage extensions with you everywhere you go. User Experience: Vonage is straightforward to set up and use, and you'll love its dashboard, which makes getting started simple. Thanks to the system status monitor, you may be proactive about any potential issues by staying informed about the state of your VoIP service. You may also examine how many extensions your company presently has to add or remove users as needed. Pricing: The starting price is $13.99 per line each month. You can request a free quote by finishing the form on Vonage's website. Pros and Cons Of Vonage: Pros: Getting assistance when you need it is made simple by excellent customer service. The game alters significantly while answering calls on a phone, computer, or desk phone. Cons: While it demands a few more steps than with other providers, the call transfer process is actually fairly easy once you get used to it. Updating Products: Vonage is now even simpler to use, thanks to enhancements in usability. It is now possible to record your screen using the upgraded desktop program. So what are you waiting for? Let's get started with Vonage's small busniess more profitable. 2. Ooma: If you're seeking a dependable and reliable VoIP option, then Ooma is perfect for you. Because of their strong solutions, which are also dependable and expandable for all enterprises, they are another of my favorite options. Ooma Office is a great option with no commitments and flexible voice and video solutions. Use current phone numbers or choose new ones without cost. For the eighth consecutive year, customers chose Ooma as the best business VoIP system. Small and medium-sized organizations and independent contractors are the best candidates for this solution's economical VoIP services. Additionally, it offers reliable, scalable solutions that can readily accommodate your expanding organization.

Best For: The best VoIP solution for independent contractors and small businesses is Ooma Office. Key Features: Work from any location by accepting calls on your VoIP phone, tablet, or smartphone. Call any US or CA number indefinitely. Use automatic call blocking to prevent telemarketers and spammers from phoning your company. Use this function to have several gadgets, notably your VoIP phone and a mobile app, ring at once, so you never skip or miss a call. Use call forwarding and caller messaging to automate call administration of incoming calls. Use its free smartphone application to manage all business calls while on the road. User Experience: Thanks to a readily readable list of Ooma-compatible devices, it was incredibly simple to find what we were looking for. You can also check additional components like wireless, status, and more to confirm that everything is configured and prepared to use. Pricing: Two price tiers are available: $19.95 and $24.95 per user each month. Pros and Cons Of Ooma: Pros: For people that want more, there are 35+ advanced features. Provides simple installation and setup. Provides Puerto Rico, Mexico, Canada, and the United States with unlimited calling services. Charges less than its rivals for international calls. Free number transfers are available. A conferencing bridge is provided to each user. Sends voicemail as an attachment to an email. Increased usage restrictions, among others, for conference calls, call parks, and extension monitoring. Cons: Compared to other VoIP choices, its hardware is more expensive. Call dropouts have been a complaint from users. Updating Products: The updated Ooma Office mobile application provides your extra smartphone features and gives you remote access to your business phone network. You may now supply new users with ease thanks to the availability of bulk CSV upload for IP phones running Android and iOS. 3.8×8: 8x8 is an excellent option if you want to upgrade your VoIP with cloud-based capabilities and cutting-edge integrations. Almost all the tools organizations require to stay connected are available through this top-rated VoIP service, including HD voice and video conferencing, faxing, call recording, and much more. 8x8 is also one of the best business VoIP systems on the market, which makes it perfect for enterprises. Best For: 8x8 offers a unified platform for audio, video, and chat applications using cloud communications. Businesses can benefit from this by incorporating these elements into their workflows for providing customer care or by enhancing employee cooperation through video conferencing. Key Features: Planning for business continuity enables a smooth transition in the event that your operations are disrupted, whether due to power outages or natural catastrophes. Cloud migration makes it simple to access your phone service from any location without worrying about hardware upkeep or upgrades. The use of mobility and collaboration tools like video conferencing and chats can increase teamwork and communication, boosting productivity and streamlining corporate operations. Enhancing the customer experience enables you to deliver a more tailored and intuitive experience to the consumer, assisting in the development of long-lasting relationships. You may better understand your clients and direct the appropriate marketing efforts at them with the use of marketing and demand creation capabilities like automated call tracking and business analytics. Last but not least, Microsoft Teams integration enables seamless team communication within your organization. User Experience: The use of 8x8 VoIP service while on the go is now simpler than ever, thanks to the company's recently released, beautifully designed mobile app. Users of the software can call and be called, send and receive text messages, check their voicemail, and more on both iPhone and Android smartphones.

Pricing: In terms of pricing for corporate communication, there are three options: System for small businesses: $15 per user per month. $24 per user per month for voice, video, and chat for teams. Call analytics and advanced handling cost $44 per user each month. Pros and Cons Of Ooma: Pros: Communication with coworkers is made simple regardless of their location or time of day, thanks to the ability to collaborate via SMS, Talk, and video. The ease with which you may transfer to 8x8 from other providers is another major bonus, as you won't have to worry about extra setup time or service interruptions. It's also a nice feature to be able to easily tell when your signal is strong or weak because it ensures that your calls are always reliable and crystal clear. Cons: Some CRM integration can be upgraded to offer a better overall experience. Updating Products: Businesses are able to handle their communications more effectively from a single interface thanks to communication APIs that enable portal updates and JaaS upgrades. To learn more about how your team uses 8x8 and how it affects their productivity, you can now obtain Conversation Insights. 4. Zoiper: If you are seeking a reliable VoIP service that is compatible with a wide range of devices, Zoiper should be high on your list. Intuitive VoIP service provider ZoiPer is ideally suited to address the needs of companies of all sizes. Additionally, it provides a wide range of trustworthy, affordable solutions in addition to strong security measures. Best For: Small enterprises and independent contractors who don't require a complex setup should use ZoiPer. Key Features: ULS/SRTP and ZRTP technologies provide free end-to-end encryption for texts, phone calls, and video conversations. Regarding compatibility, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS, and even browsers are all very good. With unified VoIP communication, you can use a single platform for all forms of communication, including fax, audio, video, instant messaging, and presence. Calls are inexpensive and are free between ZoiPer users. Additionally, it offers the choice of selecting the desired provider with the lowest call prices. User Experience: The user interface is very straightforward, with a "Dialer" tab at the bottom of the screen and a "Contacts" tab at the top. When you want to start a new conversation, press the "New Conversation" button in the upper-right corner, which will open up your contact list. Pricing: There is a free version of ZoiPer. The next paid plan has higher features and costs $44. It also provides a personalized plan with a personalized price. Pros and Cons Of Zoiper: Pros: For the lowest average call charges, you can combine many carriers. Utilize automatic provisioning features to limit the system's sophisticated user interface so that everyone may utilize the platform with ease. Even less powerful hardware configurations require little memory and CPU processing resources to provide excellent calls. Use browser extensions and email plugins to place the call directly from a browser or mail client. Utilize installed service and remote provisioning to automate preconfigured phone distribution quickly. Lock features that are not necessary to save money on internal support. Cons: Several times, the call button loses its effectiveness. A constrained number of features are available in the free edition. Updating Products: ZoiPer offers an update that is available for all users. The new features are provisioning templates, role-based administration, performance enhancements, and security improvements. 5.MessageBird: With MessageBird, you can interact with customers via any channel through a single platform. The service is quick and easy. Additionally, with just a few lines of code, it enables quick interfaces with the business. Best For: It provides

a complete solution for companies searching for a reliable platform to interact with clients via phone, SMS, and WhatsApp. Key Features: It has auto-scaling APIs that enable enterprises to scale more quickly and effectively. Utilize No Code Solutions' robust dashboard tool to map the client journey, which previously needed substantial coding. It provides support seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day. Without typing a single line of code, use Flow Builder's visual editor to build a personalized demonstration of a positive. User Experience: Messagebird is a VoIP service provider that offers a wide range of features and services. The company has a strong focus on delivering a great user experience, and it shows in its products. The website is easy to navigate, and the interface is straightforward. You can quickly find the features you need and get started with your service. Pricing: It provides both a pay-as-you-go option and a free trial version. Pros And Cons Of MessageBird: Pros: It permits the attachment of many numbers from various nations in one flow. Use pre-built SMS and voice features to quickly establish communication channels. For each customer, it builds detailed profiles of their active channels in order to provide a highly tailored experience. Do not maintain numerous connections. Utilize its lone API to quickly connect to a constantly changing catalog of communication channels. With its chat function, your agents may follow along with various customer chats to obtain a better understanding of the context and problems the consumers are facing. Send and receive messages internationally. Cons: Customer service might use some work. PayPal payments must be manually approved, which takes a long time. Final Words: VoIP providers are a great way to make calls over the internet. We've compared the top five providers so that you can decide which is best for your needs. These providers offer excellent features, but they vary in price and plan options. Hopefully, this post has helped you narrow your selection and made the decision process a little easier. If you have any concerns o about the best VoIP provider, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Thanks for reading! FAQs:

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