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by Toter - 3 weeks ago

Celebrating Influential and Unforgettable Women

Beginning Women's Empowerment Month, we celebrate historical achievements. Biblical figures like Abigail, Miriam, and Rizpah exemplify greatness. Which heroine inspires you—Rahab, Deborah, or Queen Vashti? Embrace sisterhood, support one another, and create a legacy of strength and empowerment. How...

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"Marjorie Harvey Shocks Steve with Bold Pool Boy Swap Confession"

Steve and Marjorie Harvey's 17-year marriage faced online scrutiny. A 2017 "Celebrity Family Feud" clip resurfaced, where Marjorie humorously suggested trading Steve for a pool boy, sparking laughter and awkwardness. The episode gained millions of views, with fans joking about Steve's reaction. Thei...

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"Remembering Roy Ayers: Jazz Funk Icon Passes Away at 84"

Photo: Getty Images Roy Ayers, the iconic artist known for "Everybody Loves the Sunshine," has passed away at 84, as reported by NBC News. His family announced his death on March 4, 2025, in New York City. A revered vibraphonist, Ayers greatly influenced nu-soul and jazz funk, inspiring countless...

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IRT Reinvents "The Glass Menagerie" Classic

The Indiana Repertory Theatre presents Tennessee Williams’ “The Glass Menagerie,” directed by James Still, from March 11 to April 16. This innovative production explores disability and identity within an American family. Engage in additional artist discussions and community talks. Experience this ti...

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Kendrick Perkins Responds to Charles Barkley's ESPN Challenge

ESPN networks will broadcast TNT's Inside the NBA, but tensions rise as Charles Barkley criticizes ESPN's coverage of the Lakers, targeting Kendrick Perkins. Perkins responded on X, challenging Barkley to keep the same energy in person. Despite ongoing feuds, TNT will continue producing Inside the N...

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UMKC's Carl Allen Honored as Jazz Education Network's Top Educator

Carl Allen, UMKC's Jazz Studies Professor, won the 2025 Ellis Marsalis, Jr. Educator of the Year Award from the Jazz Education Network. Allen, a former Juilliard artistic director, boasts over 225 recordings and a music degree from William Paterson University. The Journal of Blacks in Higher Educat...

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D.C. Mayor Honors Historic Anacostia's Vibrant New Black-Owned Businesses

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser celebrated the grand openings of three Black-owned businesses in Anacostia: Sweet Tooth Cafe, Sapodilla’s Caribbean Restaurant, and Grounded. Funded through the city’s Food Access and Neighborhood Prosperity Funds, these establishments enhance community, promote job creation...

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LaVar Ball's Optimism Shines After Amputation Setback

Despite LaVar Ball's recent foot amputation, his positivity remains unshaken. On Wednesday, the 57-year-old showcased his resilience by dancing to Haddaway's "What Is Love" on Instagram. Adding humor, he sang, "Baby, don’t hurt me, my foot!" While the cause is unclear, Ball's optimistic spirit preva...

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Revitalizing Health: The Power of Sleep in Enhancing Black Well-being

Sleep deprivation silently damages Black Americans' health, exacerbating heart disease, diabetes, and mental health issues. Systemic racism, stress, and environmental factors fuel this crisis. Studies highlight how discrimination disrupts sleep, underscoring social justice's link to health. Addressi...

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U.S. Marshals and WSPD Capture Notorious Gang Leader

A top MS-13 figure, Josue Zepeda-Padilla, was arrested on March 5 in Winston-Salem. Charged with gang assault and kidnapping in New York, he evaded capture for a year. U.S. Marshals, alongside local authorities, captured him after a dramatic attic escape attempt. He awaits extradition in Forsyth Cou...

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Denisha Porter Honored as Justice Leadership Impact Hero

Celebrating Black history in action, All-In Cincinnati honors Denisha Porter, Executive Director at Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub. Renowned for leadership in health, housing, and justice, Denisha was named one of Ohio's Top 50 Women Leaders for 2024. Watch the Cincinnati National Day of Racial Heal...