Parker Diakite

Parker Diakite is a contributing lifestyle writer for the Atlanta Black Star. Parker graduated from Ohio University with a bachelor's in communication and received her master’s from Syracuse University, where she specialized in broadcast & digital journalism. Parker has covered various topics from politics, elections, wellness, travel, and more. When she’s not working, she can be found supporting a local coffee shop, visiting a museum, or traveling to her next adventure. Instagram @athriftytourist.

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Man Goes Viral After He Gives Restaurant a Bad Review, Restaurant Owner Sends Him a Calendar Invite for a Parking Lot Beatdown

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The Truth Behind Megan Thee Stallion’s Alleged Nose Job, BBL. Here’s Where the Plastic Surgery Rumors Really Originated

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