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Marisa Mendez

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Washington, D.C.
As seen in: MSN, MSN Canada, U.S. News and World Report, XXL (Magazine), NewsBreak, WKXW-FM (Ewing, NJ), PopCrush, Taste of Country, Le Devoir, TheGrio and
Covers:  travel, travel gear, tours
Doesn't Cover: music, rap, hiphop, fashion

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Marisa is a senior editor at U.S. News & World Report covering travel.

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The 26 Best Beach Resorts in the World

The 26 Best Beach Resorts in the World

Looking for the World's Best Beach Resorts? From Esperanza to The Breakers, and Katathani Phuket Beach Resort…

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The 3 Best Ethical New Orleans Plantation Tours

The 3 Best Ethical New Orleans Plantation Tours

Known for its Creole cuisine, Mardi Gras festivities and iconic architecture, New Orleans has something to of…

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The Best Whale Watching in Maine

The Best Whale Watching in Maine

A trip to Maine is a nature lover's dream. You can spend days sailing on the water, careening down the slopes…

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The 39 Best Travel Gifts in 2022

The 39 Best Travel Gifts in 2022

With the holidays nearly here, you're likely making your list and checking it twice. To help you find the per…

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The 23 Best Christmas Lights Displays in the U.S.

The 23 Best Christmas Lights Displays in the U.S.

Holiday lights - whether they be Yule logs or candles - have been around for centuries, but it wasn't until 1…

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Keffe D Found Guilty of First-Degree Murder in the Death of Tupac Shakur Original

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By Marisa Mendez
| XXL (Magazine) Verified
Duane "Keffe D" Davis has officially been found guilty in the murder of Tupac Shakur nearly 30 years after the 1996 killing. On Monday (Aug. 31), Clark County District Judge Carli Kierny announced that the jury had reached a verdict after 90 minutes of deliberation.
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Kendrick Lamar Named R&B/Hip-Hop Songwriter of the Year at 2026 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards Original

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By Marisa Mendez
| XXL (Magazine) Verified
Kendrick Lamar has been crowned R&B/Hip-Hop Songwriter of the Year by music publishing organization, BMI. The 2026 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards were held in Los Angeles last Wednesday (Aug. 26), where K-Dot was honored with the aforementioned award for co-writing six of the previous year's most-performed songs.
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Soulja Boy Launches New Clothing Brand DripCo With Streetwear and Accessories Original

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By Marisa Mendez
| XXL (Magazine) Verified
Soulja Boy has officially launched his own clothing line, DRIPCO, featuring streetwear and accessories inspired by his aesthetic. On Sunday (Aug. 30), the brand made its official launch alongside the release of SB's new single "Marvelous." With designs that call back to the late 2010s when Soulja made his debut, pieces in the first drop include high-top sneakers with different logos and patterns, BAPE-inspired camouflage pieces, backpacks, swimsuits, tee-shirts, sweatsuits and more.
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