Vashti Harris

New Jersey

@mosaicnjcom Reporter, film fanatic, writer, and self-seeker. American University Class of 2016. Middlesex County College Class of 2014.

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Motown legend Smokey Robinson accused of sexual assault by former employees

1 week ago | nj.com | Vashti Harris

Four women have filed a lawsuit against legendary singer and songwriter Smokey Robinson, accusing him of sexual battery, false imprisonment, negligence and gender violence. The women—three of Robinson’s former housekeepers and his wife’s former personal assistant, cook and hairstylist — filed the lawsuit in Los Angeles on Tuesday under the aliases Jane Doe one, two, three and four, due to the nature of the allegations, the BBC reported.
Survey: 25% of Americans see Chinese Americans as threat to national security

1 week ago | asianamericans.einnews.com | Vashti Harris

A new survey released on Thursday indicates that one in four Americans views Chinese Americans as a threat to society and national security in the United States. The 5th annual Social Tracking of Asian Americans in the U.S. Index survey was conducted by the Asian American Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to serving the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities through educational resources.
Survey: 25% of Americans see Chinese Americans as threat to national security

1 week ago | nj.com | Vashti Harris

A new survey released on Thursday indicates that one in four Americans views Chinese Americans as a threat to society and national security in the United States. The 5th annual Social Tracking of Asian Americans in the U.S. Index survey was conducted by the Asian American Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to serving the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities through educational resources.
Robert De Niro’s daughter shares transgender journey

1 week ago | nj.com | Vashti Harris

Airyn De Niro, daughter of Academy Award-winning actor Robert De Niro, discussed coming out as transgender for the first time in an exclusive article published recently with Them magazine. “There’s a difference between being visible and being seen,” De Niro told Them magazine in the April 29 article. “I’ve been visible.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial: Jury selection enters day 2

1 week ago | nj.com | Vashti Harris

The second day of jury selection gets underway today for the trial of disgraced music mogul and rapper Sean “Diddy “ Combs in New York City. Jury selection began Monday in a courtroom at the Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse. Twelve jurors will decide whether Combs allegedly used his power and wealth to sexually exploit women for over 20 years, NBC News reported. Jury selection is projected to last a week.
Kanye West releases ‘Donda 2’ to streaming services for first time in 3 years

2 weeks ago | nj.com | Vashti Harris

Rapper and music producer Kanye West’s album “Donda 2” became available on music streaming platforms on Wednesday for the first time in three years. West, now known as Ye, initially released the album only on his music streaming platform, Stem Player, in February 2022. The music project is a sequel to Ye’s 2021 album “Donda,” Variety.com reported. Donda 2 is now available on YouTube Music, Spotify, Apple Music, TIDAL, and Amazon Music, Variety.com reported.
Trailblazing ‘Six Triple Eight’ unit receives congressional gold medal

2 weeks ago | nj.com | Vashti Harris

The families of the “Six Triple Eight,” the only majority Black and all-female U.S. military unit that served in World War II, received the Congressional Gold Medal on Tuesday. Also known as the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the unit was responsible for resolving the military’s ongoing mail crisis while serving in England, AP News reported. The Six Triple Eight, comprised of 855 members, was assigned to organize and send a backlog of about 17 million pieces of mail.
South Asian artists draw inspiration from heritage and identity at exhibition

2 weeks ago | nj.com | Vashti Harris

From traditional Madhubani art to homemade candles, the South Asian Artists Association of America showcased the diverse artwork of 21 creatives over the weekend during its Vasant: A Spring Mosaic by Indian Artists” event at Bridgewater Commons mall. “It was a perfect opportunity for us to showcase South Asian artists who work in a wide variety of media, in both traditional and contemporary art forms,” said artist and association member Parvathi Kumar, of Bridgewater Township.
Churches mobilize to support African American history museum amid Trump order

2 weeks ago | nj.com | Vashti Harris

Black church leaders across the U.S. are urging congregants to support Black history by becoming members of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The move comes after President Donald Trump signed an executive order on March 27, claiming that the Smithsonian Institution, which runs the museum, has “come under the influence of a divisive, race-centered ideology” in recent years, according to a statement from the White House.
Guitarist Carlos Santana postpones, cancels concert dates after hospitalization

3 weeks ago | nj.com | Vashti Harris

Grammy Award-winning guitarist Carlos Santana was rushed to a hospital in San Antonio due to dehydration before his scheduled performance on Tuesday. Santana, 77, was reportedly doing a soundcheck at the Majestic Theatre in San Antonio before he became ill and was transported to a local hospital, Billboard.com reported. TMZ reported that Santana was discharged from the hospital and is recovering at a hotel. Michael Vrionis, Santana’s manager, released a statement saying the show would be postponed.