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HOROSCOPES BY KNOWYOURNUMB3RS KYA FRENCH

November 11, 2021 — November 17, 2021

Vinateria On the 15th of November, the South Node in Sagittarius and North Node in Gemini are stationed 1 degree. What master plan did you create, and follow up to set in motion as a complete package? If not, start creating a service, a product, or learn a new skill or trade. Your passion comes natural to you which can bring you happiness and a stream of income to the table. We’re in a global reset which may result in a struggle to fight for our rights and protections in this seemingly spiritual warfare energy we’re in. The veil is thin and like the beauty and the beast this is where the beast has awakened and remembers who he is. I know some of you can feel your ancestors fighting your battles and chasing those negative spirits away. The spirit is stronger than the physical body. Keep up with the fight rather be it a win or lose. The fact of the matter is you fought a great fight. During the fight, you discarded old generational issues in order to start with a clean slate and be rewarded in return for putting up with the mess. Your ancestors or spirit guides are proud and the name-calling, losing a few folks is in part for your own growth and self-development. Question: How would you grade your Self-Esteem?

Being grounded is the key this month and week while being true to yourself. Say no when needed, and don’t compromise yourself. Your plan is the best plan to follow. This week, sudden relationships may begin, be they financially, romantically, as people are likely to do favors for you just because. You can call it the divine Creator showering diamonds on you to compensate you for putting up with the cycle of being uncomfortable to build your strength, muscles, and faith. Well, done Cappy, you deserve it. Keep the fortitude going. The saying “different strokes for different folks” has remained a true statement. Aquarius, you’re the odd one among your siblings and family members that choose to go a different path. It’s something that people don’t understand, only you do. As much as you love to follow the rules, you’re rebellious in your approach and willing to take a stand for what you believe in your heart is the right thing to do. Thus far, it has gotten you where you are today. Always remember your roots and where you come from including the process that got you there. How many bosses, leaders, CEOs, you’ve met with, or worked and exchanged information with in order to collaborate. This week listen to the information and reread the fine print for clarity. The same information applies to contracts, and upcoming meetings. Get your ideas out of your mind and transfer them onto paper. Also, speak up to get your point across. Watching comedy can elevate your spirits for a good laugh and makes common sense at the same time. You’re in a cycle where people may ask of you can they lend me, give me, or can you spare, or borrow funds from you. This cycle however indicates you making an investment in yourself and growth for a change. The power of the imagination and visualization is a powerful tool just as simple as intentions go where energy flows. Messages can come forth by people inspiring and encouraging you in your endeavors. Keep a journal to record your vision, thoughts, and dreams, etc. It’s your week to find peace and solitude; and time away to replenish your energy. Relationships beginning this month will be scary and not public. New partnerships can be formedas well as resolve any semi-legal matters. Remember, everyone is not your friend. Your true friends have no problems pulling your coattails. It’s a week where renovation, remodeling, change of appearance, relocating also counseling, and even teaching are in the forecast. The focus is your health as this may be a double whammy on your ears, nose, throat, ankles, lower and upper back to keep an eye on. Besides this is a week for community outreach locally, or cross country, and simply advising your own family members. Special gifts, favors, or someone showing their appreciation are in your cosmic forecast. What lesson have you learned thus far? What’s your passion? What’s going on behind the scenes in your own neck of the woods? Are you being true to yourself and shedding away the old to empower yourself? During this week’s cycle, you’re popular where everyone wants to know who you are, what’s your name and what do you do? As for some people, they simply need to mind their own business. Listen more than you speak, as some people will manipulate information just to have you on the team. Ask questions as you can sense the deceptiveness through their body language and conversations. A picture can say a thousand words and certainly so does people’s intentions and actions.

Capricorn Dec 22 – Jan 21 Your emotions this week may reach a boiling point, and overflow unleashing how you really feel. Be careful with your words and action at this time that you don’t go off the deep end offending people or let alone put yourself into a rut. Take a deep sigh to channel that same energy to remain calm to think before you act. A woman of influence may be the antidote to assist in your situation, to give you more insight into your present circumstances. Allow your creativity to be your outlet as well. Mentally give yourself a break this week. Take at least two days due to the fact you may like to sleep a bit more to regenerate your cosmic flow. Who cares what people say about you? Your job is to keep them talking about what you’re doing as you walk in your purpose. When they see your results, those same people chopping their gums are the ones who will want to be on your team. Traveling internationally abroad, new alliances and adventures will open your eyes to a deeper meaning of who you are. This is a week indicating soul traveling if you are not able to travel. The cosmic force is with you beloved. “Femme la bouche” this cycle is French for close your mouth. Relax, sit back and drink tea as the story unfolds right before your very eyes. You must like to hear yourself talk like an energizer bunny and still be critical of yourself. This week less is best. Pick up a new study, hit the gym to do some back and shoulder exercises. Be mindful of heavyweights however and that it doesn’t slip from your hands and drop on your ten toes. Ouch, that hurt and sting. Otherwise, find an outlet to create new ideas for your next project moving forward. Don’t wobble but instead find stability in your zone and line of work to get through the toughness of this week. Romance, the home, finances, work, and peace of mind, are in your forecast. Create a plan of action and followthrough. As simple as that. Ask questions if you don’t know, and don’t meddle into other folks’ business unless you want the same done unto you. Whatever it is you want to know understand you just have to have some patience. Develop your craft into more avenues. Think in terms of synchronicity and the cosmic flow sending you messages about rebirth, a demise, hidden secrets, as well as conversations, and the information flowing effortlessly to you. Take note like you’re the only student in the classroom given exclusive information. During this cycle let it go and allow it to flow. Take deep breaths and release all that you have been holding on to that no longer serves a purpose in your life. This is a week whereby you can set your intentions and apply the footwork. Some results may be developing and are noticeable while the remaining portion of them need more time to grow. Look to see what areas in your life at this point need growth or a disconnect. With patience and perseverance, you’ll advance to levels you never knew existed, leaving you filled with joy.

Cancer June 22–July 23

Aquarius Jan 22 – Feb 19

Pisces Feb 20 – Mar 20

Aries Mar 21 – Apr 21

Taurus Apr 22 – May 21

Gemini May 22 – June 21

Leo July 24 – Aug 23

Virgo

Aug 24 – Sep 23

Libra Sept 24 – Oct 23

Scorpio Oct 24 – Nov 22

Sagittarius Nov 23 – Dec 21

By LOIS ELFMAN

Special to the AmNews

As people felt isolated in quarantine due to the pandemic, many sought a sense of community through digital platforms, which brought vastly increased opportunities for content creators on sites like YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. Two New Yorkers stepped up with their decisive opinions, senses of humor and thoughtful takes on reality TV and pop culture.

After tireless multi-tasking, Kempire has finally made content creation his full-time occupation (Photo courtesy of Kempire)

Staten Island-born and raised Kempire has been commenting on hot topics in pop culture for the past 15 years. It began with an online radio station, Kempire Radio, talking about television and music and interviewing artists like Brandy, Danity Kane, JoJo and Musiq Soulchild. One night he interviewed Oprah Winfrey.

Always a passion project, the pandemic shifted his perspective. While he kept his corporate job until last month, working from home gave him the flexibility to get his work done and also think about making content creation his full-time occupation. Step one of the plan was to go from audio and the occasional video to completely video.

“I built an audience on TikTok just talking about hot topics and recapping reality TV,” said Kempire, who brings daily and consistent hot topics—even posting videos and doing live chats during a recent European trip. “Doing a variety of different content, I built a huge community. We’re almost at 200,000 followers there.”

He already had the Kempire Daily YouTube channel, but he hadn’t used it much. So, he decided to put up videos every single day for three months. “With the consistency, we were building,” Kempire said. “It has just blown up. … This past summer, I thought, ‘Maybe I can do this full-time.’”

His audience flocks to his live chats about the Real Housewives shows that air on the Bravo network. Prior to the past two years, those shows have been largely segregated with Black casts on the Potomac and Atlanta franchises, and all white casts in the other cities, something Kempire found particularly frustrating for his hometown.

“New York is the greatest city in the world because of the diversity, and one of the things I always say when we talk about the Real Housewives of New York is how it doesn’t really reflect the New York that I know and love and I think a lot of people know and love,” said Kempire. “Growing up in New York and around different cultures has really helped shape my view on life and the world.”

For many viewers, live chats give participants the sense of connection they’ve craved during these past 20 months. “It has connected me with some really smart, funny, interesting personalities,” said Kempire, who also does a podcast where he drops some exclusive tea. “That’s why I love having people call in and share their thoughts. I could literally talk for hours about the topic, but I also learn from people calling in. I have eyeopening moments all the time.”

He is a fan of the old-school talkshow format where hosts talked to the audience, and has always wanted to have his own daytime talk show. “The future of daytime may be on YouTube,” said Kempire, who can be found at TheKempire.com. “That ultimately would be fun for me to have an actual studio audience and interact with them.”

The Brooke Ashley

The Brooke Ashley has brought her love of fashion and culture to her videos (Photo courtesy of The Brooke Ashley)

Growing up in New Rochelle, The Brooke Ashley—the way she refers to herself on YouTube and social media—was just a short train ride into Manhattan where she could experience firsthand the rush of excitement the city offers, from its glamour to its grit.

“Living in New York, it’s an experience unlike any other,” she said. “The culture and being exposed to the art and the fashion and so many people from different walks of life really does play a part. It sort of infused my creativity. I always knew I wanted to be in entertainment.”

What people see in videos and on social media is her true personality. “I’m very vibrant, very in your face,” said Ashley, who launched her YouTube channel in September 2019.

A fan of reality TV, she began watching Bravo’s Real Housewives shows as a teenager. She built a large following on Twitter, live tweeting as episodes aired, and followers encouraged her to start doing videos. Her animated recaps make for animated content and there are always flowers and a bottle of champagne alongside her. In early videos she also did some lifestyle commentary and luxury unboxing, which she plans to return to in the future.

“I always felt there was a missing perspective on Housewives shows,” Ashley said. “It’s me noticing those little details somebody else might have skipped. Like, ‘There wasn’t enough food at this event. Who does that?’ I like to think that my commentary is very lively. It’s honestly how I feel about things.”

The world hitting pause during the pandemic pushed Ashley to improve her delivery and production, knowing she was playing to an audience desperately wanting to be entertained. Being at home gave her time to focus on details she wanted to improve, such as reworking her set and finetuning her skills, including editing.

“Learning how to do sound effects and adding funny little videos in to make the video pop even more,” she said. “Perfecting my craft.

“My subscribers are a community; we’re like a family in the comments,” she added. “I like that people feel welcome.”

She focuses full-time on content creation. In addition to YouTube, she can be found on Twitter @TheBrookAsh. Sponsor support has grown—including candle and wine companies—and she’s looking forward to more collaborations with other content creators and with sponsors.

“A lot of Black-owned businesses have started reaching out to me,” Ashley said. “It’s been really awesome. These are all brands I believe in. This is such a dream.”

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townsfolk terrified.

After robbing the bank, Nat and his posse go home to Redwood City, a frontier town filled with folks of color, and most are wanted women and men. But amongst this rough group, the most feared is the bandit Rufus Buck (Idris Elba), who is also based upon a real person. This a colorful group with three of the film’s most interesting characters wearing dresses (most of the time): “Treacherous” Trudy Smith (Regina King), who rides with Rufus and Mary, and her gender-defying right-hand “man” Cuffee (Danielle Deadwyler).

An opening scene begins with a murder. Rufus kills a family in their cabin and carves a cross into the forehead of young Nat, who survives and spends the better part of his life tracking down and taking revenge on the men who murdered his family until only one remains—Rufus Buck, who is in prison. But in one of the most interesting scenes, as Rufus is being moved via a train, his loyal posse stops it, break him out of a heavy iron vault and then kill all the white soldiers hired to transport him, but not without cause.

Now, remember no matter how evil Rufus Buck is painted, another character sums it like this: “I’ve seen the Devil, and Rufus Buck ain’t him. The Devil’s white.”

Kudos to Samuel for adding the facts about the African American mixing with Indigenous culture, featuring Cherokee Bill (Keith Stanfield) who rocks as the part-Indian, part-African American.

Samuel is skilled at setting the tone and has definitely put his stamp on the film, and well done on introducing us to these real people. Sure, they aren’t as famous as Wyatt Earp but white, straight men have been telling history so what do you expect?

The music runs through the director, with Samuel using songs like bullets to make his point. When he mixes in the reggae classic, “Here I Come,” remixed with the sound of Mother Africa’s drum beats, the scene feels like it’s stepped into one of those legendary moments.