Leah Asmelash is a culture writer at CNN. Her work delves into various aspects of society, including race, the arts, pop culture, sports, and higher education, often exploring the intersections of these themes. Leah's insights have been featured in multiple outlets, including the Gwinnett Daily Post, ABC7 Los Angeles, and WTOP News.
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Leah's coverage primarily revolves around pop culture, with a focus on entertainment news and events. She may be interested in pitches related to current trends or newsworthy events within the realm of pop culture, particularly those involving notable figures such as Taylor Swift and Beyoncé.
Given her interest in mental health topics, she might also appreciate pitches that offer unique insights into how mental health issues are being discussed or represented in popular culture.
Leah covers a diverse range of topics beyond entertainment, so if your pitch aligns with any seasonal or event-based themes she has covered before, it could capture her attention. Keep in mind that Leah's geographic focus is not specified.
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(CNN) — Diana Beasley knew she wanted to spend her 12th birthday at Atlanta's High Museum of Art, surrounded by the paintings of Amy Sherald.
Diana Beasley knew she wanted to spend her 12th birthday at Atlanta’s High Museum of Art, surrounded by the paintings of Amy Sherald.
Soccer jerseys! Who doesn't have one? Olivia Rodrigo partnered with Spotify for a now sold-out throwback FC Barcelona jersey stamped with her bubbly monogram over the red and blue vertical stripes.
By: Leah Asmelash
(CNN) — Meet Dr. Benjamin Rush, the illustrious physician, academic, and Founding Father, as presented in the gallery of founders on the Freedom 250 website. His brow is porcelain-smooth and suffused with light, his locks glossy and curled, his nose straight and regular. He stands upright with his head slightly tilted, an index finger laid coyly against his cheekbone, looking directly at the viewer with methylene-blue eyes and a faint smile.
With tightened jawlines, luminious skin, and LinkedIn-ready poses, familiar historical figures get an uncanny makeover from the president’s national birthday group.
Five years ago, Kylian Mbappé almost quit the French national team. France, a favorite in the Euro 2020 tournament, had just lost to Switzerland in the Round of 16.
By Zoe Sottile, Leah Asmelash, CNN (CNN) — With growing cases of explosive diarrhea around the country, restaurants have had to make some changes.
(CNN) — With growing cases of explosive diarrhea around the country, restaurants have had to make some changes.
(CNN) — With growing cases of explosive diarrhea around the country, restaurants have had to make some changes.
With growing cases of cyclospora-induced explosive parasite diarrhea, some restaurants and consumers have had to make some changes.
