a cold

What’s the difference between the flu, common cold, and COVID-19?

As the flu and common cold get ready to do their usual seasonal damage, now, every single cough and sniffle will carry an extra...
Little Rock

Black History 101: How did white students deal with school integration after 1954’s Brown...

In 1954, the Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. Board of Education that racially segregated schools violated the civil rights of Black students. Black Americans throughout...
vitamins

Taking vitamins, herbs, supplements for older adults can be dangerous

Research states that African Americans rank high when it comes to relying on alternative remedies like vitamins, herbal treatments, and supplements. Many of these...
plan

Is it time to consult with a financial planner?

Retirement is just around the bend for many of us. Scary thought…what if you just don’t have enough money to retire? Well, even if...
heartbreak

Heartbroken? Tips on how to deal with a breakup

According to relationship experts, many folks are not well equipped to deal with breakups, because they are rarely taught anything about healthy coping after...
money

Looking for ways to cut down on energy bills? Here you go!

Who would not want to save a dollar, two, or three on their utility bills? Retirement is often referred to as the 'golden years'...
turkey frying

Follow these safety tips before frying your turkey

Holidays in the south, especially, are never complete without a deep-fried turkey. Drawn in by the promise of delectable, moist, savory turkey meat, deep-frying...
lips

Natural help for chapped lips

There are many environmental factors, lifestyle habits, and health conditions that can affect lip moisture, one of the biggest and preventable causes of chapped...
grateful

12 Thankful quotes that will make you grateful

Many of us are lead such busy lives that we oftentimes forget how life has brought us many gifts. One of the best ways...
scar

Protect scars against further sun damage

While basic sun protection is likely your top skincare priority in summer, during the fall season, it’s time to address other skincare concerns. One...

Judy’s “Have Mercy” Sweet Potato Pie

The Thanksgiving holiday is practically upon us and many have already planned their menus. Friends and family are looking forward to chowing down on...
haki and safisha

Poetry: We love ‘Safisha’ by Dr. Haki Madhubuti

    SAFISHA   1. our joining into one proceeded like sand through a needle’s eye. slow, bursting for enlargement & uncertainty. a smoothing of passion and ideas into spirited permanence and love. there...