Category : Lifestyle

Ukraine war’s sexual assault victims to be paid reparations, First Lady calls it ‘important step’ towards justice

There have been at least 300 cases of sexual violence committed by Russian soldiers on Ukrainians during the ongoing war, according to Ukrainian authorities read more Ukrainian nationals who suffered sexual violence at the hands of invading Rus...

Students, Faculty and Alum Urge Morehouse to Rescind Biden Invite

By Stacy M. Brown | NNPA (NNPA) – President Joe Biden’s upcoming commencement address at Morehouse College has ignited controversy among students and alums, even as the twice-impeached and four-times indicted former President Donald Trump f...

Getting Blacks into Heart-Related Clinical Trials Isn’t a “Spectator Sport”

Despite progress in cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment, Black adults in the USA still face higher rates of premature CVD death compared to white adults. According to Dr. LaPrincess C. Brewer and Joshua J. Joseph of the Cobb Institute, t...

Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Michael Penix Jr. join NFL’s first-round Black quarterback fraternity

Feeling Fidgety? It Could Be Your Medicine

Anxiety and nervousness can take many forms. For some people, it’s about fidgeting. You might bob your legs, bite your fingernails, move up and down and all around, feeling like your nerves are on fire. For other people, it’s about coping. Some peo...

Long Beach Celebrates 35th Anniversary of Black Infant Health Program at 24th Annual KJLH Women’s Health Expo

Long Beach is gearing up for the 24th Annual KJLH Women’s Health Expo, a critical event for women’s health in Southern California. Set for May 11 at the Long Beach Convention Center, this event not only marks a celebration of women’...

Thabo Mbeki Vows To Rid South Africa’s ANC Of ‘Rotten Apples’

South Africa’s former President Thabo Mbeki has vowed to remove “rotten apples” and “thieves” from the governing African National Congress (ANC) party. The 81-year-old was on the campaign trail for the ANC for the firs...

Grieving father fundraises to lift burden, advocate for Black maternal health after fiancé’s death

Jose Perez, a Bed-Stuy father whose fiancé died in childbirth, has launched an online fundraiser in her honor. Photo courtesy of Jose Perez Sign up for our Brooklyn Paper email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights deliver...

Burkina Faso Suspends BBC, Voice of America For Reporting On Army Killings

Burkina Faso has suspended the BBC and Voice of America (VOA) radio networks from broadcasting for two weeks over their coverage of a report accusing the army of the extrajudicial killings of civilians, the authorities said.In a new report publi...

How To Check Your Blood Pressure At Home

Home blood pressure monitoring can be a good way for you and your doctor to learn how your blood pressure changes during the day. You can use one of two types of blood pressure monitors, and each has pros and cons. RELATED: 7 Steps For Monitoring Y...

CARICOM: We Welcome The Installation Of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council

The Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) welcome the formal installation of the Transitional Presidential Council and congratulate the members. The formal installation of the nine-member Council at the Palais National this mor...

Reparations hardliners press Biden to win votes with slavery payouts

Reparations activists want President Joe Biden to launch a commission on payouts for slavery-era abuses, saying it would drive the turnout of black voters in the swing states he needs to secure reelection in November. Texas congresswoman Sheil...

10 States with the Highest STD Rates

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (C.D.C.) released its latest Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance Report along with new data on the number of reported sexually transmitted disease (STD) cases across the United States. Their resea...

Amber Alert issued for missing 9-year-old boy allegedly abducted by mother in Sacramento

SACRAMENTO (US MEDIA GROUP) – Police are currently searching for 9-year-old Amari Robertson, who was allegedly abducted by his mother. The Sacramento Police Department issued an alert on Tuesday, stating that the boy had been taken by his moth...

Couple Loses Over 500lbs: “We Beat Fat!”

It’s been over 10 years, but this couple’s amazing weight loss story is still inspiring others and making an impact. On January 6, 2011, an overweight Angela and Willie decided to literally change their life. One of the events that led t...