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Daily Mail that Black & Decker’s “sole priority should be providing their customer base, professionals and DIYers alike, with the best tools and equipment possible.”“Companies need to focus on serving their customers, not woke politicians,” he said.Consumers’ Research claims Stanley Black & Decker has been prioritizing “race-based hiring, DEI goals, and ESG [environmental, social, and governance] policies” internally, accusing them of hiring and promoting — allegedly at the expense of white employees — people based on racial, religious, or other characteristics, as reported by the right-wing website BizPac Review.The boycott comes at a time when the company has seen its stock value plummet in recent months, and is currently in the process of shuttering plants and distribution hubs to help turn a profit.According to Consumers’ Research, Black & Decker aims to increase business with minority suppliers by at least 10 percent by 2025. The company also plans to donate at least $10.5 million to “racial equity-related organizations” by 2025, and to require compulsory “equity training” sessions for executives.Conservatives also object to the company’s participation in the Human Rights Campaign’s “Corporate Equality Index,” an annual survey that ranks companies based on their LGBTQ-inclusive nondiscrimination policies and employee benefit policies for same-sex couples, LGBTQ-headed families, and transgender individuals.Stanley Black & Decker earned a 100% rating on the CEI last year for policies like intersectionality training and “gender transition guidelines,” and LGBTQ-affirming employee benefit policies.

Oscar-winning lyricist for songs such as ‘My Heart Will Go On’, ‘Tears in Heaven’ and ‘Up Where We Belong’, has died at the age of 80.The news was confirmed by his caregiver Martha Sherrod, who told The Hollywood Reporter that he passed away on Friday (September 6) at him home in Tyler, Texas. He had been in declining health for five years.Jennings won three Grammys, two Golden Globes and two Oscars, the latter coming for Celine Dion’s signature song for Titanic in 1997, and ‘Up Where We Belong’, recorded by Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes for An Officer and a Gentleman in 1982.Wilbur Hershel Jennings was born on June 27, 1944 in Kilgore, Texas, and after a period teaching at Austin State University, he made his first inroads into the entertainment industry in the mid-1970s.Some of his earlier success came writing alongside composer Richard Kerr, including multiple hits for Barry Manilow, including ‘Looks Like We Made It’ and ‘Somewhere In The Night’.He found his niche writing lyrics for songs for films, earning his first Oscar nomination for ‘People Alone’, from the Richard Dreyfuss drama The Competition in 1980, which he wrote alongside Lalo Schifrin.‘Up Where We Belong’ earned him his first Academy Award, alongside Jack Nitzsche and Buffy Sainte-Marie, and from there Jennings became in high demand as a lyricist, writing for artists including Roy Orbison, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houstin, B.B.

John Hopewell Chief International Correspondent Chicago-based Watermelon Pictures has acquired North American distribution rights to Danish-Palestinian writer-director Mahdi Fleifel’s “To a Land Unknown,” which world premiered to extensive acclaim at Cannes Directors’ Fortnight. Sold by Salaud Morisset, “To a Land Unknown” saw a P&I screening on Friday at Toronto where it has its North American premiere in Toronto’s Centrepiece showcase, packing an impressive double-punch for Salaud Morisset with a second Centrepiece title, “Under the Volcano,” which it also represents.

Meghan Markle stepped out to give a talk at the grand opening of Godmothers bookstore in California on Saturday night as part of one of her close friend Oprah Winfrey's book club sessions.The Duchess of Sussex donned a black collared jumpsuit as she spoke to the crowd at the event, which fell on the eve before the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's death. While Meghan spoke, her children's book The Bench and Prince Harry's controversial memoir Spare were on display in the 'Hometown heroes' section of the store - an area which celebrates authors local to the area.Talking in a clip for the store's Instagram page, the owner says: "So this is our local authors section when you first walk in, and I want it to be when you first walk in so that authors who are local to the area know that this is heir hometown bookstore.

Carina Brackett If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. One of the most essential pieces of technology included in every traveler’s packing list is a pair of headphones or earbuds.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor Angela Bassett is now an Emmy winner. Bassett won the award for outstanding narration on National Geographic’s nature documentary “Queens” on Saturday, the first night of the Creative Arts Emmys. Following her triumph, Bassett came backstage to the press room, where a reporter asked her what the win meant to her.

Nick Cannon is talking about his romance with Mariah Carey.

Nicole Scherzinger looked incredible as she flaunted her jaw-dropping figure in a range of tiny bikinis in sun-soaked Hawaii.The singing sensation, 46, set temperatures soaring in the collection of snaps which she shared with her 6.8 million Instagram followers, who gushed she looked "stunning as always". The Pussycat Dolls star and her beau Thom Evans go on some pretty dreamy trips.The loved-up pair are currently enjoying a romantic holiday in Hawaii and it looks like they’re having a lot of fun. Nicole and Thom have been enjoying a slice of island life and she has been documenting their trip with her followers.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music Kendrick Lamar will perform at the 2025 Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime show, Roc Nation, Apple Music, and the NFL announced on Sunday. Super Bowl LIX is scheduled to be played on February 9, 2025, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans and will air on Fox. The performance will be Lamar’s second during the halftime show, following his featured spot during Dr.

Harriett Blackmore appeared to take a swipe at Ronnie Vint in a new Instagram post.The Love Island beauty shared two stunning new photos on Instagram, showing her modelling a black outfit from fast fashion brand Boohoo. Alongside the photos, Harriett, 24, posted: "Self love season," with a heart emoji.

In the two years since Queen Elizabeth II's death, the Royal Family has been rocked by a number of serious health scares and worrying incidents, with the cancer diagnoses of King Charles and The Princess of Wales topping the list. With so much to contend with behind the scenes, it’s no surprise that experts say King Charles and his clan are feeling the late Queen’s absence more strongly than ever. “I think they all miss her guiding hand,” Andrew Morton, author of The Queen: 1926-2022 exclusively tells OK!.

Aramide Tinubu Created by real-life siblings Adam and Craig Malamut, and set in the fictional town of Glantontown, N.J., the animated “Universal Basic Guys” revolves around Mark and Hank Hoagies, two brothers both voiced by Adam Malamut. After being laid off from the local hot dog factory and being inducted into a new basic income program, Mark and Hank have plenty of time on their hands to spend their $3,000 monthly checks on high jinks and foolishness. While the premise is interesting enough, the show is stuffed with tiresome jokes that fail to pack a punch.

Bruno Fernandes sent a message after Wayne Rooney's goalscoring return to Old Trafford for Manchester United.

Rebecca Rubin Senior Film and Media Reporter Did someone say Beetlejuice’s name three times? Either way, the mischievous demon triumphantly returned to unleash his mayhem at the box office. “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” the sequel to Tim Burton’s 1988 horror comedy about a pesky poltergeist, scored a huge $110 million from 4,575 theaters in its opening weekend. Those ticket sales rank as the second-biggest September debut of all time, ahead of 2019’s “It: Chapter 2” ($91 million debut) and behind only 2017’s “It” ($123 million debut).

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Nicole Scherzinger is bringing her acclaimed interpretation of legendary diva Norma Desmond to Broadway with a new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Sunset Boulevard.” The revival, which was first announced in January, begins previews on Sept. 28 and will officially open to the public on Oct.

Kendrick Lamar has announced that he will be headlining the prestigious Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2025.In a video posted to the rapper’s YouTube channel on Sunday (September 8), Lamar is seen standing on a football field in front of a giant American flag, firing off footballs into the distance.“What you doing everybody? My name’s Kendrick Lamar, and I’ll be performing at Super Bowl LIX,” he says to camera. “Will you be pulling up? I hope so! You know there’s only one opportunity to win the championship, no round twos.

Stephen Saito For as long as Danielle Deadwyler has had to wait to take the lead in an action film like “40 Acres,” it takes far less time for the “Till” star to demonstrate the full range of her strengths. Given the kind of introduction usually reserved for the likes of Clint Eastwood or Bruce Willis as a camera runs up her back, only to reveal her face after plunging a knife into an intruder on her property, it just hits differently when a Black woman is presented with such power, and though R.T.

Diego Ramos Bechara editor Elton John can feel the love tonight. The “Tiny Dancer” singer confirmed to Variety that he played an influential role in ensuring that his song “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” was not deleted from Disney’s “The Lion King.” John saved the song from the cutting room floor, and it went on to win the Oscar for best original song.

Eamonn Holmes and his new girlfriend Katie Alexander have been spotted at Barcelona Airport as they prepare for a luxury holiday in the sunshine together.The new couple were photographed at the Spanish airport on Sunday, September 8, after it was reported that they are heading on a Mediterranean cruise together. GB News presenter Eamonn, 64, could be seen dressed in dark blue jeans and a navy blue jacket, while relationship councillor Katie, 42, looked chic in beige tailored trousers and a striped cardigan, paired with high heels.The couple, who are thought to have grown close after Eamonn split from wife Ruth Langsford earlier this year, were all smiles as they got ready for their romantic getaway together.

Catherine Bray “I pursued the glitz for a while. And I don’t regret it. But I know it wasn’t the real thing.

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