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Tuesday Notes for March 19th, 2024

Tuesday Notes for March 19th, 2024

This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores the most significant cultural stories of the day.

Culture

Top issues for Black women voters are inflation, cost of living and affordable housing

Top issues for Black women voters are inflation, cost of living and affordable housing
Black women’s political organization Higher Heights released new polling data on the top issues of concern to Black women voters in 2024.

A Fresh Perspective: Aimé Leon Dore's Spring/Summer '24 Collection Through the Lens of Popeye Magazine

A Fresh Perspective: Aimé Leon Dore’s Spring/Summer ’24 Collection Through the Lens of Popeye Magazine
Aimé Leon Dore’s (ALD) Spring/Summer 2024 collection is set to captivate the fashion-forward, urban affluent millennials with its distinct blend of New York street aesthetics and timeless elegance. This season, ALD takes a unique approach to showcasing its latest offerings by partnering with Popeye…


Skepta, Portable, and Jae5 Unite for "Tony Montana": A Triumphant Fusion of Sounds

Skepta, Portable, and Jae5 Unite for “Tony Montana”: A Triumphant Fusion of Sounds
In a collaboration setting the music scene abuzz, British-Nigerian grime legend Skepta, Nigerian Afrobeat breakout star Portable, and renowned British-Ghanaian producer Jae5 have joined forces on the track “Tony Montana.” This collaboration signifies a groundbreaking moment in the fusion of genres a…

Technology

Fisker Suspends Its EV Production

Fisker Suspends Its EV Production
After the difficult launch of its Ocean SUV, Fisker says it’s pausing production for six weeks.

Nvidia reveals Blackwell B200 GPU, the ‘world’s most powerful chip’ for AI

Nvidia reveals Blackwell B200 GPU, the “world’s most powerful chip” for AI
Twenty petaflops of AI performance, says Nvidia.

Sports

Edwards wowed by poster dunk: 'Gives me chills'

Edwards wowed by poster dunk: ‘Gives me chills’
Anthony Edwards threw down a monster slam over John Collins of the Jazz in the third quarter, helping the Timberwolves to a memorable 114-104 victory but leaving both players banged up after the play.

"Mind the Game": LeBron James and JJ Redick Unveil A Game-Changing Basketball Podcast

“Mind the Game”: LeBron James and JJ Redick Unveil A Game-Changing Basketball Podcast
.@kingjames and @jj_redick are obsessed with basketball. Consider their podcast, Mind the Game, a celebration of the sport as they discuss the state of the game, dissect X’s and O’s (like they do here), and wax poetic about the game they love. pic.twitter.com/lDf8ToVlHE — Mind

Andscape roundtable: Justin Fields, Russell Wilson and the intriguing Pittsburgh Steelers

Andscape roundtable: Justin Fields, Russell Wilson and the intriguing Pittsburgh Steelers
Andscape senior editor Erik Horne, writer-at-large William C. Rhoden, senior NFL writer Jason Reid and senior writer Martenzie Johnson talk about the most inter…

Sneakers

Nike LeBron 21 “Easter” Gets Dipped in Pastel Hues
Nike LeBron 21 “Easter” perfectly embodies the holiday spirit with its pastel colorway. Head to Nice Kicks for more
The Nike Field General 82 Drops in a Classic “White/Gum” Colorway
Nike Field General 82 “White/Gum” sports a clean white leather and mesh upper with a gum midsole unit. Head to Nice Kicks for more info.

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2024 Sneaker Releases

Apr
08
adidas Sambas x Lionel Messi x Inter Miami

adidas Sambas x Lionel Messi x Inter Miami

Lionel Messi's collaboration with Adidas Sambas, inspired by his time with Inter Miami, presents a captivating blend of style, performance,
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Apr
08
Bode x Nike Astro Grabber

Bode x Nike Astro Grabber

The latest collaboration between Bode and Nike centered around the re-release of the Astro Grabber, a shoe with a rich
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Feb
08
Bodega x Saucony "Jaunt Woven"

Bodega x Saucony "Jaunt Woven"

The Bodega x Saucony Jaunt Woven is a testament to the fusion of aesthetic appeal and functional design. It's a
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Jan
29
Travis Scott x Jordan Jumpman Jack "University Red" and "Sail"

Travis Scott x Jordan Jumpman Jack "University Red" and "Sail"

The Travis Scott x Jordan Jumpman Jack "University Red" and "Sail" colorways are slated for release in the Spring and
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Jan
25
Air Jordan 5 "Black Cat" 2024 Release: A Coveted Release for Sneaker Enthusiasts

Air Jordan 5 "Black Cat" 2024 Release: A Coveted Release for Sneaker Enthusiasts

View this post on Instagram A post shared by zSneakerHeadz (@zsneakerheadz) Sneaker culture is excited as the iconic Air Jordan
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Jan
22
Air Jordan 5 SE "Sail"

Air Jordan 5 SE "Sail"

The Air Jordan 5 SE "Sail," set to release in April 2024, is a highly anticipated addition to the Jordan Brand's Special Edition (SE) range.
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Apr
25
Air Jordan 5 ‘Olive’ Returning Spring 2024

Air Jordan 5 ‘Olive’ Returning Spring 2024

2024 will feature the release of the Air Jordan 5 "Olive" in of Army Olive, Solar Orange, and Black. Air
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