By Toter

by Toter - 5 months ago

Revitalize Your Mind: The Emotional Benefits of Spring Cleaning

As winter fades and spring emerges, spring cleaning becomes a ritual for emotional renewal. Decluttering enhances mental clarity by linking physical spaces with psychological well-being. Organized environments reduce stress and anxiety, boosting dopamine. Intentional decluttering fosters emotional p...

by Toter - 5 months ago

Empower Education: Invest in Schools to Prevent Future Challenges

Reflecting on Malcolm X's "The Ballot or the Bullet," the Black community must choose empowerment through education. Systemic neglect leads to underfunded schools and lost futures. Prioritizing politics over students creates a divisive system. Advocacy is crucial for equitable policies, ensuring eve...

by Toter - 5 months ago

Trump's Address to Congress: Highlights and Missed Connections

Indianapolis reflects mixed reactions to Trump’s Congress speech on economic, immigration, and foreign policies. Some praise his economic and security measures, while others criticize immigration and international relations stances. Leaders express diverse opinions on his promises, with Democrats hi...

by Toter - 5 months 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...

by Toter - 5 months ago

Stephen A. Smith Criticizes LeBron for Mishandling Bronny Spotlight

Stephen A. Smith and LeBron James recently found themselves in a public spat regarding remarks about LeBron's son, Bronny. During a pregame encounter ahead of the Knicks-Lakers matchup, LeBron took a stand to defend his son against Smith's commentary. While Smith acknowledges the validity of LeBron’...

by Toter - 5 months ago

Awkward Laughs as Steve Harvey’s Wife Jokes About Replacing Him

Steve and Marjorie Harvey's 17-year union encountered fresh online criticism recently. A clip from a 2017 episode of "Celebrity Family Feud" reemerged, showcasing Marjorie's playful quip about swapping Steve for a pool boy, igniting both chuckles and a hint of discomfort. This segment attracted mill...

by Toter - 5 months ago

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

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 musicians. Rest in pea...

by Toter - 5 months ago

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...

by Toter - 5 months ago

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...

by Toter - 5 months ago

Trump's Authoritarian Rule: A Disturbing Echo of Hitler's Regime

Hitler ascended through the veneer of Weimar democracy, converting it into a brutal Nazi regime that led to unimaginable horrors. In contemporary times, Trump’s authoritarian surge poses an even graver threat, with ecological devastation and the specter of nuclear warfare on the horizon. To counter...

by Toter - 5 months ago

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...