This issue of insufficiency, inaccuracy and possible lack of fundamental teaching in nonpublic and religious schooling is nothing new. For years, parents, local school authorities and departments of education have been in constant exchange on the matter of regulating the instructional materials of nonpublic schooling for children.

As upsetting as the news surrounding public and nonpublic education in The United States may be, instead of simply viewing it as a call to worry or a call to complain, Self Exploration Academy sees this as an opportunity and a call to take action and create real change. Now more than ever, parents need to know that there are opportunities to ensure their children have access to the education they need in order to be successful and productive citizens in their communities.

At 69 years old, Karen Bass started a new chapter in her life, and the life of the city of Los Angeles, as she assumes the role of the city’s 43rd chief executive. Not only has she made history as the first woman to become mayor in Los Angeles, she is also the second Black person to have ever been elected to this office. In our review of this remarkable feat, we took some time to reflect on a few universal core competencies that Mayor Bass has displayed throughout her career, and that are of high visibility and significance today.

Emmanuel Tarpin, a Paris-based jeweller who launched his eponymous jewellery brand in 2017 at the age of 25, has been a major player in the world of high jewellery from very early into his career. Inspired by nature, he is known for his “exquisite bijoux that break free from convention with bold silhouettes, layered textures, and unexpected stone compositions.” (Galerie Magazine, 2019)

More recently, he has been in the news for his inspiring acts of goodwill—using his work to support the coral reef organisation in French Polynesia.

Jennifer Weber is an Emmy Award winning and Olivier award nominated choreographic artist based in New York City and Los Angeles. At 44 years of age, she has racked up quite the list of accomplishments, and enjoys the privilege of finding success in a dream that was born in her heart more than three decades ago.

The Mugler-impact was undeniable, as we would certainly live to see well into the decades to come. Since the late 2000s, Mugler’s work has been introduced to generations of young people, especially through such cultural influencers as Lady Gaga, Beyoncé and Cardi B. His commitment to presenting the female as powerful and self-determined is one that has resonated with many, and has certainly helped to keep the name “Mugler” alive and on fire.

The list of people opposed to Elon Musk, his acquisition of Twitter and the direction he has planned to take the social media platform in is virtually endless. Or so it seems. It is unclear whether or not Elon will be successful with his ultimate vision for Twitter, however, if there is one thing we are willing to bet on, it is that he will not be backing down any time soon.