5 songs to remind you who the f*ck you are.

I love watching how the world changes—what we accept, what we question, and how ideas once dismissed become part of the conversation. Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s claim that cocaine is “no worse than whiskey” raises interesting questions about shifting norms and what we choose to legalize.

Waymo is here, and I’m obsessed. A self-driving car designed in partnership with Jaguar Land Rover that’s sleek, smart, and stress-free—zero small talk, no questionable driving, just pure futuristic vibes. I took seven rides in San Francisco, and by the last one, I was Googling Waymo jobs. NYC needs this. The world needs this. Honestly? Take my money.

Half the time, I can’t even comprehend what I’m looking at, and still, LA burns.

The red lip is back for me—a bold, unapologetic statement of power, rebellion, and intentionality in a world that often feels chaotic. Whether it’s Ruby Woo’s fearless energy or Dior 702’s subtle polish, my red lip is both armor and a declaration that I shape the world, not the other way around.

A celebration of the stylish, indulgent, and practical things bringing joy and energy to the start of the year.

Tressie McMillan Cottom makes you think, connect, and dive deeper—whether on TikTok, in her NYT columns, or her bestselling books. Her sharp takes turn everyday topics into fascinating conversations, and yes, she’s why I subscribed to the NYT.

Promised my kid we’d make an Oreo pie, procrastinated for months, and finally did it on Thanksgiving. The pie was a mess, but the memory was perfect.

Eric Benét on my FYP is pure joy—funny, fine, and somehow reading my mind with his random musings.

Drake’s suing over Kendrick Lamar’s streams, proving he’s not just petty—he’s professionally petty. Catch the drama you didn’t ask for but can’t look away from.