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Black Health Matters: Are You on a Plateau?

Plateaus are the bane of everyone who starts a diet and exercise regimen. Contrary to popular belief, however, plateaus are not the big, bad wolf of health and fitness. In fact, they are actually cues for us to follow along the way. Read today’s article to find out what plateaus are and how to properly respond to them.

The launching of thrift store shopping online with Goodwill Industries

The online service features browsing by category, personalization, and free returns. However, unlike its rivals Thredup and Poshmark,

1st licensed social equity craft marijuana grower open for business in Illinois

Social equity applicants are defined as individuals who live in so-called “disproportionately impacted areas.”

Mental watch: Let’s have a conversation about anxiety

Anxiety is meant to capture attention and stimulate you to make necessary changes to protect what you care about.

Hurricane Ian death toll rises to at least 94 in Florida

Four storm-related deaths have previously been reported in North Carolina, bringing the U.S. toll to at least 98.

Over 700,000 Students no longer eligible from student loan debt relief.

The adjustment in question comes nearly 35 days after the Biden Administration announced the most ambitious student debt relief program in American history.

Mark Cuban of Shark Tank Has His Own Pharmacy Business which Now Has One Million Members

The company aims to redefine the pharmaceutical supply chain with transparent prices, which can affect improving public health.

KBH Entertainment Talent Agency Founder Brent Harvey talks about the Hollywood Music In Media Awards

He has spent decades on artist development, artist advocacy, talent booking, concert production, charitable fundraisers, and various other entertainment events.

From the desk of Director Dr. Fredrick Echols: The Violence Prevention Event in Macon, GA

Community empowerment and education is critical to changing social norms related to violence. Cure Violence Global, the City of Macon, GA and Mercer University are partnering to hold a forum (featuring a diverse panel) to discuss violence prevention efforts in Macon, GA. The panel will include Dr. Fredrick Echols, CEO of Cure Violence Global, and representatives from the judicial system, religious organizations, and community-based organizations.”

NFL picks to kick-it or lose it for Week 4

The Dolphins are hot right now, and their hot streak will continue against the Bengals.

Event: MMCA’s 7th Annual Multicultural Media Correspondents Dinner

Event: Inaugural DCxMetaverse Summit is October 7, 2022 in D.C.

Event: Bipoc Xchange presents The annual Congressional Black Caucas annual Legislative Conference tomorrow

What Happens to Children Whose Parents Commit Suicide?

Cat is a survivor, and she will continue to tell her mom's story by living her “Life on Purpose” which is what her mom would have wanted her to do.

James Webb’s telescope captures a series of detailed Images of Neptune

. The James Webb images have already led to multiple discoveries about this mysterious ice giant, and more studies are likely to reveal many more interesting facts in the near future.

2022 FIBA Women’s Cup: Team USA Breaks Record with Huge Win

USA won the last FIBA World Cup (which was in 2018) to win their third straight cup and 10th overall.

An interview with author Angela D. Jackson as she discusses ‘Broken for Purpose’

I was broken in so many ways, in so many areas of my life, but through God, it was for Purpose.

The Opioid and Fentanyl’s crisis is taking a huge toll on innocent Americans in the United States

Even Sweden, the country with the highest overdose death rate in Europe, loses four times less people per million than the U.S.

Amended autopsy: Black man died due to sedative, restraint

That scene was not captured on body camera footage, the report said, but much of what happened between police was not because the officers’ cameras came off soon after McClain was approached.

Black Health Matters: Be Honest with Yourself

Human beings are notorious for being dishonest with themselves. We have a tendency to alter the past in a light most favorable to us and to convince ourselves that it is alright to do the wrong thing. That is especially true when it comes to convincing ourselves to abandon our health and fitness goals. If you want to finally succeed, read today’s article to learn how to be honest with yourself.

man looking outside window carrying black and brown backpack while holding his hand on window

Is the student loans forgiveness falling short of Biden’s promises?

The huge step, nonetheless, represents a compromise solution to a complicated problem, as it falls short of an earlier Biden proposal.

Video interview: The Scary Guy Combats Hate and Bullying

With all of his monumental success and achievements, it's hard to believe he was once a baby portrait photographer and computer salesman.

Welcome to the open and exclusive world of Atlanta: The Naked Truth!

New also goes by the name Shawty Dred and has nearly a million followers on Instagram.

Taking Steps Toward Homeownership

Buying a home may not be as out of reach as you think…even in this market

Black Health Matters: You Are God’s Masterpiece

When you start a health and fitness plan, you usually have an image of yourself in mind when you reach your diet and exercise goals. Unfortunately, we tend to give up long before we see the vision become a reality because we do not see the results as quickly as we would like. Read today’s article for encouragement to patiently stick with your diet and exercise regimen.