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04/24/2026

April 22, 1984: The Jacksons began rehearsals for the Victory Tour at Zoetrope Studios in Los Angeles.

But Michael didn't want to do this tour.
He had just finished Thriller. He was the biggest star on the planet.
He wanted to tour solo.
But his brothers needed the money. So he agreed.

The tour was named after the Victory album.
But Michael refused to perform any song from that album. Not one.
Marlon later confirmed it: Michael simply wouldn't rehearse or perform them.

The brothers barely spoke. They stayed on different floors of their hotels. They took separate cars.
Michael flew private while the rest flew commercial.
One family friend called it "the worst experience Michael had ever had with his brothers."

And yet.
Michael showed up. He rehearsed. He did the choreography.
He was there, even when he didn't want to be.

03/23/2026

UCLA Health has received a $100 million gift from Stewart and Lynda Resnick, the largest in its history, to expand mental health care and a new comprehensive campus.

Read more at the link below.

02/18/2026

Happy Birthday ABF Vice-Chair Veronica Berti Bocelli 💞

01/05/2026

CareerWork$® Appoints Latoya Edmond as Executive Director

Seattle, WA — CareerWork$, a national workforce development nonprofit dedicated to advancing equitable economic mobility, announced the appointment of Latoya Edmond as Executive Director, effective January 1, 2026.

Edmond brings more than 15 years of experience in workforce development, nonprofit leadership, and partnership strategy. In her leadership roles at CareerWork$, she has played a key part in expanding the organization's national footprint, strengthening employer and community partnerships, and advancing innovative career training models that connect individuals from under-resourced communities to stable, high-quality careers.

"As CareerWork$ enters its next chapter, I am honored to lead an organization with such a strong mission and proven impact," said Edmond. "I look forward to building on our momentum, deepening strategic partnerships, and continuing to deliver career pathways that create lasting economic opportunity."

"We are thrilled to have Latoya step into the Executive Director role," said Duncan Taylor, president of CareerWork$. "Her knowledge, her passion, and her creativity are a boon to the communities and learners served by CareerWork$, and she will uplift and elevate our team to unimagined heights!"

As CareerWork$ approaches its 20th year in 2026, the organization is focused on expanding reach, strengthening partnerships, and scaling impact nationwide. CareerWork$ delivers industry-aligned training programs designed to prepare participants for entry-level careers with growth potential across multiple sectors. Through scalable programming and collaborative partnerships, the organization supports both workforce participants and employers seeking skilled, diverse talent.

About CareerWork$
CareerWork$ is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that connects individuals from under-resourced communities to lasting, stable careers through accessible, high-quality training partnerships that advance equitable economic stability. $

01/05/2026

01/05/2026

The Global Humanitarian Overview is an annual assessment of humanitarian needs — and what it will take to respond.

For 2026, the plan prioritizes saving 87 million lives.

Learn more: bit.ly/3KVYe3w

01/05/2026

01/05/2026

We are proud to announce that "Rising Together" has won the Fantasy Award, a recognition given by the 2026 Pasadena Tournament of Roses for outstanding display of fantasy and imagination that celebrates the float's creative expression and artistry.

The award honors how survivors channeled their experiences into something visible and meaningful: a phoenix that carries their stories, roses bearing the names of those they lost, and a powerful symbol that reaches millions. Their voices matter, and this recognition ensures they will be heard far beyond this moment.

01/05/2026

Looking for a feel-good way to start the New Year? Well we've got the perfect recipe! ✨

🥕 Ingredients: Family, friends, or coworkers

🍳 Directions:
• Pick a January or February date
• Select your menu
• Shop for ingredients
• Cook together in the RMHC kitchen
• Serve a warm meal to our families

💛 Result: Full hearts and full bellies.

📅 Ready to serve? Sign up using the calendar link below!

https://calendly.com/rmhclt

01/05/2026

The event will offer simple haircuts for boys and trims for girls.