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by Toter - 3 months ago

Is the Sudden Shift Away from DEI a Boon or Bane for Small Businesses?

(By Lori Lee NDG Contributing Writer) Significant strides have been made to enhance opportunities for American minorities. The Civil Rights Acts of 1957 and 1964 safeguarded voting, education, and labor rights. In 1969, a pivotal court ruling dismantled school segregation, while in 2014, the Supreme...

by Toter - 3 months ago

Spotlight on Jonathan Majors: Latest Buzz and Breaking News

(By Lauren Burke) Actor Jonathan Majors, whose career faced challenges due to a misdemeanor conviction in late 2024, is making a strong comeback. Recently, “Magazine Dreams” debuted in 800 theaters. Despite personal controversies, critics and movie enthusiasts have praised his remarkable performance...

by Toter - 3 months ago

"Uniting Voices: The Collaborative Power of Black Press and Black Churches"

(By Dr. Benjamin F Chavis Jr.) For nearly two centuries, the Black Press and the Black Church have united for freedom, justice, equality, and empowerment. In today's climate, it is crucial for these institutions to collaborate and elevate our shared goals to safeguard and promote our collective inte...

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How a Nutritious Diet Promotes Healthy Aging

A new study from Université de Montréal reveals that a diet abundant in plant-based foods, combined with minimal animal products and limited ultra-processed items, enhances the chances of healthy aging. This research, published in Nature Medicine, underscores the significance of nutritious eating fo...

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How Head Start Transforms Leadership and Learning

I attended Head Start at Ferebee-Hope Elementary in Ward 8, Washington, D.C., as one of five siblings. My journey was filled with challenges, including my mother, a recovering addict in workforce training, and my father, reintegrating into society after incarceration.

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A Thoughtful Review of ‘The Woman in the Yard’

(By Dwight Brown NNPA Film Critic) (**1/2) In a bloodied coop, the chickens lie lifeless, and the dog is missing. Ramona (Danielle Deadwyler, Till), a grieving widow, struggles with her tragic past. Her husband (Russell Hornsby, Fences) is lost, and she navigates life amidst her profound sorrow.

by Toter - 3 months ago

Unpacking FOMO: The Fear of Losing Meaningful Social Connections

Imagine planning a once-in-a-lifetime Antarctic cruise for your family, featuring penguins and whales. Yet, your kids dread missing a mundane scout meeting, feeling intense FOMO. This highlights that FOMO often stems from the fear of losing social bonds, illustrating how meaningful connections outwe...