Actor Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun that killing the Award-winning cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the New Mexico film set for the movie Rust, The
According to Tia, she loves to travel and she loves Bourbon. But, the market was screaming for a new Bourbon experience. As a result, Fresh Bourbon is a new experience; gently sweet and approachable with surprising complexity and satisfying depth.
No one knows how to celebrate Spooktober like the actors who power the industry that brings horror to our living rooms year-round. Film is our
Blacula was horrifying, but not as terrifying as ‘The Exorcist’, which was showing the same year. Nonetheless, it should have been up there in the top 25 for all time horror flicks.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees were announced early this year. Seven of these inductees are African Americans. This makes this year’s
The House voted 229-202, with nine Republicans voting with Democrat to hold Steve Bannon in criminal contempt for defying Capitol attack subpoenaThe House passed a
This time of year awakens our desire to scare ourselves, and horror movies are the perfect method. Horror has grown into a massive industry, and
From the villages, where polyrhythmic beats and pulsating sounds of hand craved drums are telling the stories of how you and I came to be!
My Mom did not care because she would be getting paid each month and she had money to feed our family.
The highlight of the festival day, the girls gathered around the May Pole, each one of us holding a streamer. We skipped and sang joyfully, while running in circles around the May Pole wrapping it from top to bottom as our parents and the neighbors watched. It was so much fun! I do not remember any boys participating in this activity. and a lot of them thought it was a girl thing. When we were done, we ate cake, ice cream and drank Kool-Aid. The sugar put us on hyper inner ride to some place that we did not even understand. We did know that it was one of the few times that we could eat as much as we wanted.
A great majority of the women were, when I lived there , from1950- 1979, were called ”housewives” In spring, work life was all about cleaning, planting tobacco, vegetable, and flowers gardens. Springtime, awaken all the residents, both young and old of the community, and its intoxicating energy gifted them joy and blissful living.
I see a warm and caring human being
I see asensitive, sexy, and spiritual person
I See a person who loves God and appreciates life’s many gifts…
On October 13, 2021, the ACLU of Virginia filed an amicus brief in the Loudoun County Circuit Court on behalf of ACLU Virginia, ACLU, Equality
I could hear the doctor’s voice reminding me to breathe normally and telling me how great I was doing as I tried not to throw up and resisted snatching the tube from his hands.
Despite his advanced age, Williams was neither retired nor retiring. He taught his last class less than 12 hours before his death.
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The Cross and Capehart shows will be replacing Joy Reid’s “AM Joy” Saturday and Sunday slots on MSNBC
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A silent panic covers the U.S. as shelves in local retail stores run low, empty and with some items requiring a waitlist to access them—with
Colin Powell, the first U.S. black Secretary of State and military leader, whose leadership in several administrations helped formulate foreign policy, died on Monday morning
“I had to learn every mistake I made is on me. I had to grow up mentally. I told myself it’s time to focus and be accountable to myself and my family.”
Kathy Conley Jones has over 30 years experience as an Insurance Counselor helping families “Protect What Matters Most.”
Loan forgiveness—it felt promised. Especially when President Joe Biden issued his support for $10,000 of undergraduate or graduate student debt relief on his campaign, for
We are now entering the post-pandemic period, and as excited as we all are, we cannot afford to forget the hell Covid-19 has taken us
With the total global Covid-19 cases standing at 37,099,164 in the first week of October, children have represented 16.3 percent of all accumulated cases. And
Best Buy inspires people of all ages to connect, learn, innovate, and improve their lives. Across the country, many communities, especially in my city, lack support and access to tools and training than can unlock a better future and prepare youth for the challenges ahead.
Idhini was created in July, 2021 and was founded by two frat brothers, and one being Gerald Charlot. Mr Charlot has 20 years of experience in technology, health and finance.
The Defensive Player of the Year award isn’t the most popular award of the league, but it takes a special player to win it.
Simmons reported to Wells Fargo Center on Monday and took a COVID test. He also passed a physical and held a brief meeting with the Sixers’ front office on Tuesday. So, there’s a good chance we’ll see him in a Sixers uniform this season. But for how long?
First it was leaked out that Gruden in 2011 made comments about the NFL Players Association Attorney De Maurice Smith’s appearance in a racist trope about his lips. This was in frustration because of the labor unrest at that time facing the possibility of no season or a lockout shortened season.
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) broke out in Wuhan, China late November 2019. COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared coronavirus
“Trusted local information and the people and systems that gather and distribute it are critical infrastructure for communities, just like the people and systems necessary to provide housing, roads, electricity, clean air and water, healthy food, reliable broadband data networks, schools, healthcare and cultural institutions,” Nachison says.
CDFIs aren’t the only institutions that would benefit from investments in community media. Banks and other lenders, under the Community Reinvestment Act of 1977 (CRA), are required to meet the credit needs of the communities where they do business, including low- and moderate-income communities. The Act was a response to redlining — the discriminatory practice of denying loans to residents and business owners based on their race or ethnicity. Every two to five years, banks have to undergo an audit by federal banking regulators to see how well they are meeting the terms of the CRA. Banks that do not meet the requirements face heavy regulatory scrutiny and can have difficulty getting approval for mergers or expansions.
Dynasty Consulting, is a multicultural brand marketing firm co-founded and led by David Beckford, owner operator and advisor to more than 100 African American multi-media platforms including radio, print and OTT platforms. Since 2019, Dynasty has generated more than $1 million for its clients through general advertising, sponsored content, profit-sharing and other strategies and by leveraging their combined reach through the Dynasty Media Portal.
The Local Media Association (LMA) has made sustainability for publishers of color one of its four strategic pillars, building capacity through its Digital Transformation Lab, the Fund for Black Journalism, and the Word In Black collaborative. And Local Independent Online News (LION) Publishers through its Tiny News Collective is making critical support more accessible to first time founders that are underrepresented in the news landscape.
Three local publishers have been selected to participate in the initial pilot projects: The Community Voice, serving Wichita and the Kansas City Metropolitan area; The
As part of RJI’s Inclusive Media and Economies Project, RJI, the Multicultural Media and Correspondents Association (MMCA) and Dynasty Consulting are teaming up to help publishers of color tap into community development, revitalization and reinvestment funds, and then use those investments to test new revenue strategies and build more sustainable business models.
According to Web MD, former talk show host Montell Williams told Oprah Winfrey that the pain has been a challenge since his MS diagnosis in 1999.He currently, is raising awareness about the disease through the Montell Williams MS Foundation.
Bills vs Chiefs – Game of the week in my eyes. The Chiefs have two losses already, to win this game would re-establish them at the league’s best team. The Bills are squashing people, and playing really well, and have the momentum. The Chiefs have come back to the pack a bit. Bills establish themselves as an elite team in the league.
If someone is a gun enthusiast and believes wholeheartedly in the second amendment, or they don’t believe in abortion, or they disagree with me on tax policy. Those are positions within the norm of political differences. We can argue about these things and have a beer and go home still being friends. But this isn’t the type of conservative that Sage Steele is. She’s disgusted with the vaccine mandate that ESPN has put in place to keep their workplace safe. Steele also has an issue with the way some women who aspire to be in broadcasting dress.
During the presentation, members of NAAIA met with Tom Bailey, Vice President of Development for the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, Inc. “The Urban League thanks NAAIA for their contribution, and we are looking forward to their continued partnership and support of our programmatic goals and initiatives,” Bailey said.
Get up, get out, and push yourself to get started with the restoration process of a healthier you. It’s up to you and only you to restore you.
Uprising is spearheaded by the director Katie McGrath, a local, who’d just moved back to St Louis from New York City. Our deliberately diverse group’s ancestors who came in chains on slave ships; some via chain migration, and some fleeing hunger or religious persecution. But here we all are now. We belong here, and we belong to each other.
Did you know that a “Covid” fee might pop up on your medical bills when you or a loved one access healthcare? Though the surprise
The battle for the Promised Land of Healthy and Fit for Life is real! Unfortunately, you’re fighting on the wrong side. Put down the world’s ineffective weapons, and read today’s article to learn how to stop living as an enemy of the Cross of Christ when it comes to your health and fitness.
People often complain that they cannot lose weight or become free of an eating disorder because trying to navigate the health and fitness fads, expert advice, and conflicting research is like attempting to find your way out of a maze. If health and fitness trends confuse you, read today’s article to learn how to solve the puzzle!
From Genesis to Revelations, God has given various commands regarding eating and drinking to those who have a covenant relationship with Him. In today’s article, we learn that although what and how believers ate varied, God’s command to eat and drink for His glory in order to reflect His holiness has not.
The Bible says faith without works is dead. That principle applies to every aspect of your Christian life, including learning to eat and drink for the glory of God. Read today’s article to learn how to put your faith into action as you implement your health and fitness plan through Christ!
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we invited several breast cancer survivors to share their testimonies on the Eating as an Act of Worship Ministries Radio Show.
Join us today as we talk to Pastor Brian Baker to learn more about the church’s community outreach program to those suffering from food insecurity during the pandemic.
Join us today as the teens discuss their partnership with Eating as an Act of Worship Ministries to provide healthy meals to breast cancer patients during the pandemic.
Tune in to today’s broadcast to learn more about how My Sister’s Keyper offers social services to breast cancer patients.
During Hispanic Heritage Month, let’s take into consideration the complex identities within the Latinx community This post was originally published on Defender Network By Laura Onyeneho It goes
But who knows where the resources are to support them? Vanessa Simmons is the grandmother of three, all girls. The two youngest girls live with
The cases of Daniel Robinson in Arizona and Jelani Day in Illinois, two missing Black men, are getting little, if any, coverage.
“I want my people to know I served and fought for them to have opportunities.”
– Jackie Denise (Croffett)
It has long been advised that homeownership is a brilliant way to start building wealth. But Americans weighed down by student debt payments, the dream
Ms. Williams is the C.E.O. and a co-founder of Capital B, a nonprofit news organization reporting for Black communities that will begin operating next year. She is the former editor in chief of Vox.
DEI stands for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. And many social injustices movements, such as the Black Lives Movement, have shed light on cases of social
Yet, we are getting ahead of ourselves, and my assignment is to free the people from financial bondages that many pastors are FULLY aware they are placing the people in those prisons.
At this point, COVID seemed to be an afterthought… I felt like my concerns weren’t being heard and was just ready to move on.
Bubba Wallace made history on Monday, becoming the first Black race car driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race since Wendell Scott in 1963.
My first thought was, either I was being hacked or my bullying ways have finally caught up with me. So, I digressed and found other ways to entertain myself.
Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp suffered outages Monday, according to public statements from the three Facebook services. “We’re aware that some people are having trouble accessing
While the interrelated crises impact entire communities, they put a particularly heavy burden on Afrodecendientes: Afro-Latino and Afro-Indio descendants. NOTE: “Indio” refers to anyone who is of indigenous Latin American descent. It is a term that is essential in understanding Indigenous-Afro-Latino identities.
For some, finding love during the pandemic has felt like cycling uphill—leaving some winded and on the verge of giving up the search. With Covid-19
I, Gregory “Stringz EMB” Bowdry, stand as the owner, creator, and operator of Monster Sauce STL (est. 2021). As a vocal recording artist from St. Louis, Mo, my main passion is progressing my artistry & creation.
I kept looking for the unconditional love that only a mother could give in the arms of my female lovers only to find the same narcissistic behavior.
A little tap into the finale of MLB today. I don’t mean to be singling people out. However, when you have some rising black stars
Steelers vs Packers – Big Ben looks old as Methusalah, and Aaron Rodgers and his hippy hair have the Packers playing good ball after rough week one. Packers for the win.
Some would say that Manny Pacquiao has had three Hall of Fame careers. One where he fought his famous rivals at 130-135 pounds. Six wins over Morales, Marquez, and Barrera would put him in the hall of fame alone.
Spirit might be for you. There are fantastic deals available and great itineraries in term of departure and arrival times. If you’re traveling on short trips, using Frontier or Spirit might also work out for you as well.
The eco-friendly movement has taken off. Businesses are looking for ways to make their production more eco-friendly using recycling, and many have shifted to creating
Kelly wanted her family, friends and fans to know that she was indeed doing well. The moment the world thoughts Kelly was missing, she was just recovering and trying to rehabilitate herself, as a long hauler.
Kofi Siriboe and Jade Eshete are the leads in the film, Really Love on Netflix. Once of the top indie films of the year.
The Mac is back! If you enjoyed “Poor Little Mixed Girl,” author, LaMonique Mac, has released the next two books in “The Mixed Girl Series.” Tune in today as we discuss “Mixed Out” and “Snakes in the Mix,” then purchase your copies of both books today
If you miss listening to live poetry readings due to pandemic restrictions, tune in today for the Eating as an Act of Worship Ministries Radio Show! Our special guest is author, poet, and spoken word artist, Tabatha Jones. Join us as we discuss her new release, “The Joy’s Joy.”
Safety and security in the home, workplace, and entertainment venues is of paramount importance in the wake of an unprecedented epidemic of mass shootings in our country. Tune in today as we discuss Sabrina Osso’s innovative approach to make homes and communities safer.
Dr. Sam Kogoglanian is a cardiologist, philanthropist, and published author.
A 2020 study by Crunchbase found that the percentage of black owned businesses raising venture capital (funding) is significantly lower than the percentage of white
After weeks of witness testimonies, the racketeering case levied against Robert Kelly – better known as R. Kelly has come to a close. After nine
I do believe that my steps are divinely ordered. I believe this situation was tailor-made for me. When I first heard his name, I did not run home to my bed. I don’t even think I recognized it as a past trigger.
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose
That’s actually how I started my career as a business manager for my oldest brother Pastor Michael Lampkin & Prosperity. My big brother is my Pastor and absolute favorite artist and my inspiration, it was through him that I realized my gifts and true potential as an artist and executive.
The stage at the Dome at America’s Center is set for the Stones concert. That concert launches their 13-date tour. It will be the band’s first St. Louis show since 2006 when they performed at the Savvis Center, now known as Enterprise Center.
It has been two years since the pandemic hit—two years of losing loved ones and two years of the economy being brought to its knees.
BBQ, BAND and BEER is what they are promoting this great event as. The 6th annual Q in the Lou is taking place October 1-3, 2021 in Kiener Plaza. That is a weekend of succulent delicacy and stomach filling fun.
In the days of segregation, the Negro Baseball League (NBL) recognized some of the greatest black players of their time when the white Major Leagues
Cardinals vs Jaguars – The Jaguars made a major mistake giving their head coaching job to Urban Meyer, the countdown clock to his quitting and going back to his old day job of being a College head coach has started. Cardinals for the win.
In response to this discomfort, one place of solace many black students turned to were coming home to HBCU’s. Enrollment has shot up across the country as many of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities. With many black athletes starting to feel disenchanted with southern white male coaches at major universities, now they are exploring other options. That option is playing ball at an HBCU. Big name recruits that would have scoffed at going to an HBCU years ago are now considering it.
The 76th session of the U.N. General Assembly (UNGA 76) opened last Tuesday – the 14th of September 2021. The session kicked off with the
No doubt you’re ready to stretch your legs and get back into the music festival circuit with your newfound freedom this fall. With over half
Our God is Lord of the impossible! As His children, we have been granted divine authority to speak to our situations. Read today’s article, then command the mountains of obesity and eating disorders to move in the Name of Christ the Lord!
In our daily lives, we often prepare before embarking on a new task. For example, we complete at least twelve years of school before entering the workforce. Once there, we enter orientation and training for our new jobs. Like soldiers in the natural real, we should take the same approach before engaging the enemy on the battlefield. Read today’s article to learn how to prepare for the war for your health and fitness!
Bad habits are difficult to break primarily because we become accustomed to them. To put it bluntly, we become comfortable with our uncomfortable circumstances. Read today’s article to learn how to finally leave your unhealthy comfort zone in order to reach the Promised Land of Healthy and Fit for Life!
The one mistake Randy made as a married man was having all them side pieces contacting him, and of course leaving his cell phone unattended. Randy was unaware that his narcissistic stubbornly suspicious wife was looking for any reason to attack him.
Mandy and Paul had gone on to have two kids and gotten married. Then a female crept up in his inbox, and reluctantly, he declined the woman’s advantages. He stressed to the woman that he was indeed married with kids, and very happy.
First of all, the term “Afro-Latino” was coined by Arturo Schomburg, who is considered “The Father of Afro-American Studies”, and an early pioneer of the Harlem Renaissance movement. A highly educated man from Puerto Rico who realized the high number of Afro-Cubans and Afro-Puerto Ricans in Harlem at the time needed an identity to connect and define this demographic of people.
First of all, the term “Afro-Latino” was coined by Arturo Schomburg, who is considered “The Father of Afro-American Studies”, and an early pioneer of the Harlem Renaissance movement. A highly educated man from Puerto Rico who realized the high number of Afro-Cubans and Afro-Puerto Ricans in Harlem at the time needed an identity to connect and define this demographic of people.
Afro-Latino/Afro-Indio reflects the mixing within the multiple dimensions of indigenous Americans, white Europeans, and slaves from Africa and Asians.
Join Areia Cobb every 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month as she shares her road to recovery from COVID-19 and how being a COVID-19 Long Hauler is affecting every aspect of her life; as a wife, mother of two active boys and a working professional. It’s our hope that these journal entries provide hope, inspiration and information as you or your loved one travels your COVID-19 long haul.
Jokic had an excellent season, where he averaged a career-best in several categories. He averaged 26.4 points, 10.8 rebounds and 8.3 assists (all career best). Jokic also played in all 72 games last season and averaged another career-best in minutes (playing 34.6 minutes per game).
Ninah Jackson, Political Science, Class of 2025 School is back in session, and I talk with Ninah Jackson a recent graduate of Oxon Hill High
Wall is a talented player, and if he lands with the right team, he’ll be a valuable contributor; only time will tell where he lands.
Word In Black consists of a newsletter and website (wordinblack.com) that publishes content from the 10 participating newspapers, which include: New York Amsterdam News, The Atlanta Voice, Houston Defender Network, The Washington Informer, The Dallas Weekly, The Afro, Michigan Chronicle, The Seattle Medium, The Sacramento Observer and St. Louis American. It also publishes original content.
I had been oblivious to the trauma, confusion, fear associated with the hurricanes. Suddenly leaving your home, your family and friends…the very essence of who you are. That is until I saw Puerto Rican families exiting the Sun Country flight on a late, cold November Sunday night.
As I settled my children and myself into this strange woman’s car, my husband took care of our luggage and rode with someone else. I was looking out the window, trying to drink everything in. “I’m not going to give poison to your kids”, she said while holding a lollipop that I had no idea where it had come from, interrupting my musings. “I avoid giving them refined sugars”, I believe I’d answered absently.
Ana-Isabel holds the distinction of being the first grandchild in her familial clan. She also holds the distinction and honor of being the eldest to her tribal cousins. A role she takes very seriously.
Inktoberan, an online challenge within the art community inspired her to enter her drawing entitled ‘Poisonous’ her take on the sugar addiction epidemic sweeping her communities.
Rams vs Colts – The shellacking of poor Carson Wentz continues. He was pummeled terribly in week 1, and seeing Aaron Donald on deck in week 2, it won’t get much better. Rams and Matt Stafford roll over the Colts. LA gets the W!
A nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), Reinvestment Fund pursues a comprehensive approach to strengthening historically excluded neighborhoods and creating economic opportunities for their residents. Its NMTC program is a critical part of its approach, enabling it to support large, high-impact projects that prioritize what the local community actually needs or wants.
One has become accustomed to making certain decisions without asking you for your input or opinions, because quite frankly, there weren’t relevant to the right now situation. When a person returned to that same place, its not personally, nor is it cruel or revengeful from the other parent, this is the activities that have taken place, since you left.
Opportunity Zones can truly be a blessing for marginalized communities. If we mobilize financial professionals, real estate investors and entrepreneurs, we can take advantage of the massive opportunity. We can develop a team of investors – who either come from or currently live within the zones – that understands what our neighborhoods are missing.
When preparing for an out of town funeral this fall as the coronavirus surges on, can be a task within itself. You have to ponder, should I go get the vaccination, go get tested or invest in the latest facial mask?
For many, fall is the season for fashion. The weather is cool enough to accessorize but warm enough that a nice outfit doesn’t get wasted
With so many people vaccinated, travel restrictions due to COVID-19 have been reduced or removed and a lot of people are ready to spend the
From the months leading up to the launch party, there was several important meet and greet sessions scheduled on Wednesdays in August, at 3pm. The guests were able to meet the hosts and producers, and find out more about the network, that will be on Roku, Apple TV and Fire TV.
Image source: The Independent We all agree music is a universal language. The hip-hop genre is in itself a richly diverse category which has outgrown
However, promoter Patrick Robinson of Bout Money Entertainment, like any other Independent gig operator, continues to push forward. Now, that we as a nation know what we are faced with, you get vaccinated or not, but continue to wear masks and social distancing.
De La Hoya tested positive for the coronavirus and the plans changed. So, in stepped former Heavyweight Champion Evander Holyfield who is a whopping 58 years of age.
I asked Kareem when it’s all said and done and his career is over. What is it that he wants people to know about him? “That I was a hardworking individual that cared for my passion and the craft that I did. I never wanted the spotlight. I just wanted the business. the fame is cool. But I always wanted the business and to be an impact within the business and the culture.”
It’s not their intent to hurt their children. Please note this article today, isn’t serving as a defense for the violators, but a reminder, in most situations, the intent is not to harm their child, break the promise, return to drugs, alcohol or prisons.
In the finance industry promoting an environment that is both inclusive and diverse not only promotes equality, it also encourages equitable access to financial resources.
In the early 1900s, sports were growing at predominantly white schools, but at those schools there were very few black athletes recruited. Sports have a
This year marks the second in a row where guns have been sold in record-high numbers. Gun sellers across the nation, the uncertainty brought by
Join Areia Cobb every 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month as she shares her road to recovery from COVID-19 and how being a COVID-19 Long Hauler is affecting every aspect of her life; as a wife, mother of two active boys and a working professional. It’s our hope that these journal entries provide hope, inspiration and information as you or your loved one travels your COVID-19 long haul.
Now more than ever, there are more people turning to historically black colleges and universities for post-secondary education. The caliber of education you can receive
The NFL’s return is upon us once again, and it’s that time to start making predictions about how things will play out this year. After a year of playing in front of empty stadiums, makes it an exciting prospect to have full stadiums once again.
Approximately 7.5 million Americans will be losing their pandemic unemployment benefits by Labor day, when federal pandemic policies will expire. On September 6, the $300
As summer comes to a turbulent end. You often ask yourself where does the time even goes?
Days after Hurricane Ida made landfall, a trail of destruction is left on its path. Hurricane Ida is the fifth-largest hurricane to hit the U.S.
We thought we would continue the 40th bday celebration with a BeyDay2021 playlist.
Two experienced, professional insurance companies are united with the goal of serving their community.
Anita Baker has resolved issues with her record company over her master recordings and has given fans the green light to stream her music again.
Jay-Z is doing it big with his high-end marijuana brand, Monogram, which sells $50 premium hand-rolled joints. A bit pricey for your everyday bit player street hustler.
On September 4th, 2021 is Beyonce’s 40th Bday. Our team at The Narrative Matters wanted to celebrate this milestone and her importance to the culture! #HappyBdayBey
I am hoping Wilbert and Eric won’t kill me about the Tripe. But they have so much else on the menu, just as AAA, that will give your warm palate a thrill.
Black culture is rich and diverse and so is Black cuisine. With creative influences coming from various African countries, the Caribbean, and the traditional American
Moving at a speed faster than a walk, never having both or all the feet on the ground at the same time. To pass or cause to pass quickly or smoothly in a particular direction.
Hours before the Tuesday August 31, 2021, deadline, the last of American troops withdrew from Kabul. Their departure marking the end of the 20-year-old war.
One of the most anticipated stories in music is coming to your screen, Bitchin, The Sound and Fury of Rick James Premieres Sept 3rd
Work just recently started on a levee project to protect the 29, 000 plus residents of La Place, LA, and other surrounding communities outside of New Orleans.But here it goes people, the project is not projected to be completed until 2024
A lack of adequate and appropriate medical care is one of the biggest inequalities that continue to plague the black community. There are countless studies
When there is cause to celebrate, historically black colleges know how it’s done. Commencement is no exception; black students, many of whom are the first
“I am thrilled to begin my leadership tenure of such an influential and vital organization,” said Johanna R. Jones, newly appointed ITSMF President and CEO. “ITSMF has made tremendous progress toward the development and advancement of Black professionals in technology fields and I’m eager to use my experience and strengths in inventive ways to expand organizational growth and impact.”
With a slew of extraordinary African American films being slated to release in the next few months such as The Harder they Fall, King Richard and Respect, the cinema phenomenon hasn’t been more prevalent than it is today.
It’s finally out! Kanye’s Donda album has to be the most anticipated album of year and just this weekend it was released. To hip-hop fans,
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), colloquially known as the Recovery Act, was a stimulus package passed by the 111th United States
Now, here comes Ida..At press time today, Sunday, August 29, 2021, Ida has made landfall as a ‘castastrophic’ Category 4 hurricane.
Horrible gang activity and human rights violations have caused thousands of families, persons, and abandoned youngsters to migrate to the United States. Unfortunately, it is
August 29, 2021 marks the 101th birthday of Charlie Parker, Jr.
However, I am so glad that this wonderful young man, who is a great educator in St Louis, whose extraordinary talent is embraced all over social media, is doing fine. If he isn’t in the classroom teaching his students the new skills of life. You may find him in the studio recording songs and films.
By Angelia Bills St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church, affectionately known as “The Rock” Church, has served as a beacon of hope and fellowship in the
Before Christopher Columbus changed the name to Puerto Rico, my island was named Boriquen, and Puerto Ricans call themselves Boricuas, in honor of our ancestors. Our roots are linked to Afrodecendientes aka Afro-Latinos, descendants of enslaved West Africans brought to the US, the Caribbean and South America during the diaspora of the Atlantic slave trade.
This event is a long time coming and of course St Louis’ most popular talents will be part of it. The opening weekend is August 28, and run through Sunday, August 29th, starting promptly at 10:30 am. With the exhibit being around to enjoy until January, 2023.
Today is Women’s Equality Day, an annual celebration to commemorate the passage of the 19th Amendment, 101 years ago when some women were allowed to
On Wednesday, the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Antwan Gilmore by a D.C. officer marked the most recent shooting in D.C. The 27-year-old man was found
In Tomboy, Davis explores the evolution of tomboyism from Victorian ideals to a twenty-first century fashion statement, honoring the girls and women-and those who identify otherwise-who stomps All over archaic gender norm.
According to a Texas A&M University School of Public Health survey, 31% of the 5000 respondents said they did not intend to pursue vaccination. The
Reverend Jesse Jackson and his wife Jacqueline Jackson were admitted on Saturday at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. The reverend and his wife remained hospitalized
Historically black colleges and universities, or HBCUs, in the United States have seen a steady increase in popularity over the last decade. With several events
You can’t go wrong with pork, turkey and beef or chicken, as your ground meat option for this dish. The Spicy Weeknight Ragu, which is found on page 44, of the ‘Fall Back into Cooking’ edition, September, 2021.
The time that everyone has been waiting for has finally arrived. The Red Carpet Film Premiere event for “The Greatest Stories Never Told part 2”
Historically Black Colleges and Universities have been a big part of the economic and social structure of the United States for nearly 190 years. Many
During California’s previous historic drought, numerous households in the Central Valley ran out of water as their wells dried. A lot of water was drawn
Beyoncé and Jay-Z are the new faces for Tiffany & Co. and introduce the launch with a photoshoot with a never before-seen painting by Jean-Michel
There are more black men and women launching into the business world than ever. Many black entrepreneurs seek the solidarity and support of driven, like
Sport Shorts will be a weekly group of tidbits from around the sports world that involve the movers and shakers of the major sports MLB, NFL, and NBA, etc., as well individual sports like Golf, Tennis, Boxing and others.
For many years this seemed like a fair trade. A free education in exchange for playing sports at your college university.
Families dealing with incarcerated loved ones, is seldom a concern of those confined. Seldom, are considerations given to the care providers especially babies mothers about the cost of travel or canteen money.
R. Kelly, whose complete name is Robert Sylvester Kelly, was once dubbed the ‘King of R&B,’ a hitmaker for himself as well as collaborators ranging from
For black people, the pursuit of justice and equality is seemingly endless. The Jim Crow days are far from ancient history, and while things have
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This premiere is very important to me and dear to my heart. When I first started writing and directing short films, I wanted to bring them to life as a collective.
JPMorgan Chase partners with digitalundivided to report on the barriers black women face in tech.
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The Board of Directors of the George Floyd Foundation unanimously have named global economist Dr Lance McCarthy Economic Advisor. In this role Dr Lance will
She wanted to let all women of color know that this virus is real.
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Eventual outcomes of those disputes will have big impact on local budgets, indigenous communities and the environment.
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Unmasking has been pretty traumatic for me. The wearing of masks was a call to action for public health, public safety. Becoming a symbol
Multiple Myeloma is a cancer of the plasma cells, and he told me donating plasma did not cause my cancer.
Romans 12:2 says, “Be ye changed by the renewing of your mind,” and then you will know the perfect will of God. In other words, change always starts within us.
Source: Unsplash@wocintechchat Diversity and inclusion executives are professionals tasked with supporting diversity in businesses. However, most people think only of the hiring process when they
Founded in 1970 as the Institute of Medicine (IOM), the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) is one of three academies that make up the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (the National Academies) in the United States.
On Wednesday, President Biden at the White House officially endorsed the vaccine booster stating, “It’s the best way to protect ourselves from new variants. The
Chaos continues in Afghanistan as many Afghanis remain stranded at the airport with the hopes of fleeing the country after Kabul collapsed to the Taliban on
The reception is designed to honor Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) media excellence and highlight the need for increased media diversity.
Fox’s 911 Star Angela Bassett makes history as the highest-paid Black actress on TV. Following a series of pay increases on Fox’s drama series 9-1-1, Angela
Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barret, last week Thursday, denied the request made by Indiana University students to block the vaccine mandate. Her decision came
The Islamist group, Taliban, has made tremendous gains in Afghanistan, even after President Biden promised that the United States Forces’ departure would not be hasty.
Haiti can’t catch a break. Just a month after the assassination of its president, the island nation of Haiti, has yet again been struck by
Founded in 1970 as the Institute of Medicine (IOM), the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) is one of three academies that make up the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (the National Academies) in the United States.
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Courtney Kemp and Netflix are teaming up.
In our lupus series, The Narrative Matters wants to bring more awareness to the autoimmune disease.
The Power tv creator Courtney Kemp landing a new deal with Netflix According to Deadline, the television writer and producer has reportedly signed a four-year overall
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Food is a universal language that we all share. No matter what city or country you visit, the love of a good dish transcends the
Historically black colleges and universities, or HBCUs, give black students the opportunity to further their education in an environment that prioritizes and celebrates their rich
