Category : Lifestyle

Fighting for the Right to Fight: African American Experiences in World War II

Data News Staff Edited Report The National WWII Museum’s newly expanded and reimagined Fighting for the Right to Fight: African American Experiences in World War II special exhibition honors the significant role millions of Black servicemembers and...

Historic Restaurant Wille Mae’s NOLA Re-opens

Data News Staff Edited Report Wille Mae Scotch House, A historical landmark is now re-open for business now re-named “Willie Mae’s Nola.” After the original location in the Treme’ area burned down about two years ago, owner Kerry Seaton said sh...

Why I Am Suing My Harlem Church Abyssinia Baptist

By Dr. Kevin McGruder Photos: YouTube Screenshots “Do not major in bylaws and minor in the Bible…. America is counting on you, Abyssinian. This is holy ground, not a battleground.” These were remarks made by Rev. Dr. Raphael Warnock at the Sep...

Why I Am Suing My Church: Because Elections Matter, Even For Churches

Your Brain on Blue Light: Understanding the Science

For most of us, blue light is unavoidable. We stare at our screens, zip around on our phones, and when it’s time to unwind, often kick back with our laptops and televisions. Even when we do go out and about, away from the tech, it’s hard not to res...

Health Decisions that Matter: A Community Guide to Navigating Open Enrollment

Each year, Open Enrollment Periods (OEP) mark a critical window for individuals and families to assess their health care coverage options. This time is more than a bureaucratic process—it is an opportunity to take control of how medical costs will be...

Ailey Dance Theater mourns Judith Jamison

Renowned dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison, who led the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for over two decades, passed away on Saturday in New York at 81. Jamison’s death occurred at New York-Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center after a b...

Memphis City Council discusses 2025 priorities

Continued pressure on state lawmakers to tighten gun restrictions – including a lobbying visit to the state capitol during the next legislative session – tops the list of priorities for Memphis City Council members going into 2025. A grou...

Musk Did Not Ban Stephen King from X, Contrary to Online Claims

Este artículo estará disponible en español& en El Tiempo Latino. Quick Take Social media posts falsely claim that Elon Musk banned author Stephen King from X, the social media platform owned by Musk. The rumor that King was banned originat...

6 New Age Ways to Quit Smoking FOR GOOD

We all know cigarette smoke is unhealthy, but just because something is harmful doesn’t mean it’s easy not to do it. Nicotine addiction is a problem that affects millions across the world. It’s an ongoing struggle, and for many people, a failed att...

The Fight for Justice Starts with Blocking Judges Who Are “Tough on Crime”

On April 1, 1992, the Senate Judiciary Committee convened to decide whether Alabama Assistant Attorney General Ed Carnes should become a judge on the US Court of Appeals. For 11 of the 16 years he worked as a government lawyer, Carnes had run the sta...

Congress faces crucial decision on ACA

As Congress prepares to finalize its leadership in both chambers, the fate of health insurance subsidies for millions of Americans hangs in the balance. Essentially, if Republicans wrest control of the House along with their victories at the White Ho...

For The Black Community Therapy Should Not Be A Bad Word

Dr. Malik-Hakim Kadir, clinical psychologist, pictured above, says that seeking an unbiased third party opinion through therapy can help Black individuals gain a fresh perspective on conflicts and identify paths to resolution. By Aaron Allen, The Sea...

Detroit Honors Horace L. Sheffield Jr.: A Visionary for Civil Rights and Labor Justice

Detroit’s Grand River Avenue will soon bear another symbol of resilience and progress as the city gathers to honor Horace L. Sheffield Jr., a lifelong advocate for labor rights and social justice. On November 13, 2024, the Detroit Association of Blac...

Bears Fire Offensive Coordinator Shane Waldron, Promoting Thomas Brown Amid Struggles

Thomas Brown replaces Waldron (Photo Credit: www.chicagobears.com). The Bears fired offensive coordinator Shane Waldron after a tough home loss, adding to their ongoing struggle with offensive leadership. But they did promote Thomas Brown, a Black co...