Category : Lifestyle

Baltimore activist Doc Cheatham calls on Black men to take action against youth crime

By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com As youth crime rates rise, Baltimore leaders are bringing the stakeholders together to try and find a community-level solution. Homicides are at 251 in Baltimore City as of Dec. 15, which...

Dallas Leadership’s Pro-Israel Donors or; Zionist Shades of the Pegasus City

Wednesday, Dallas City Council’s meeting was packed by Pro-Palestine members of the community either living or working in the Dallas Metroplex in an effort to put greater pressure on city officials to condemn the genocide currently taking place at t...

Councilmember Ingrid Watson holds community forum on crime

By Reginald WilliamsSpecial to the AFRO More than 200 Prince George’s County citizens filled the Bowie State University’s Student Center Ballroom on Nov. 28 to partake in the community forum on rising youth crime. Also in attendance w...

New band, same message: Love

Navasha Daya and Fanon Hill present new Reggae band, ‘Oneeki Roots’ By Sean YoesSpecial to the AFRO The music video for the new song by Navasha Daya and her husband, Fanon Hill, “Matters of a Woman’s Heart,” smoothly transcends the distance b...

Under the shadow of war in Gaza, Jesus’ traditional birthplace is gearing up for a subdued Christmas

By Julia Frankel and Jalal BwaitelThe Associated Press BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — Bethlehem is gearing up for a subdued Christmas, without the festive lights and customary Christmas tree towering over Manger Square, after officials in Jesus̵...

Tigers tap into team’s ‘major growth’ to overcome Clemson

The Memphis Tigers’ two-point victory over previously undefeated Clemson was a matter of subduing a nationally-ranked opponent by what head coach Penny Hardaway considered “any means necessary.” With 15,000-plus viewing the struggle over No. 13 Clems...

6 Ways To Save Big On Holiday Shopping!

Some of us highly anticipate the turn of the season to indulge in some much-needed retail therapy while others dread the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping. We get it, there are so many people out and the shopping runs us the risk of falling into...

Woodhouse Day Spa Detroit Owner Embraces a New Narrative for Black Women

In the panorama of today’s society, a whisper turns into a movement, echoing through the lives of Black women – it’s the resurgence of the “Soft Life” era, an ode to gentleness, self-care, and the unwinding of the tightly wound strings of resilience....

Sparrow Hospital Anesthesiologist “Suspended” On Sexual Harassment Allegations, Meanwhile Wife Accuses him Of “Rape” And “Illegal Drugging”

By Milton Allimadi Photos: Facebook A veteran anesthesiologist at Sparrow Hospital—part of $7 billion Ann Arbor-based Michigan Medical—has been suspended following an investigative report in Black Star News detailing sexual harassment allegations ag...

N.S. Black health and wellness clinics aim to break down health inequities

Building on the success of COVID-19 vaccination clinics catering specifically to Black Nova Scotians, Public Health is now holding Black health and wellness clinics across the province that aim to break down longstanding racial health inequities. Sha...

Amazon, Baby2Baby and Brilliant Detroit Join Forces to Support Families During the Holidays

While the holiday season is synonymous with joy and togetherness for some, it also brings challenges and hardships for others. Recognizing the struggles faced by many families and children, Amazon and Baby2Baby have joined forces with Brilliant Detro...

Christ, Our Supreme Example Philippians 2:1-30 Part I

In Chapter 1 of this grand epistle, we noted how Paul selflessly thought about the welfare of others before his own welfare (Philippians 1:23-24). Paul was more concerned about the Philippian saints than his own concern even though he was undergoing...

‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ Star Andre Braugher’s Cause Of Death Revealed

Photo: Getty Images Andre Braugher’s cause of death has been revealed. According to Page Six, the Brooklyn Nine-Nine star died after a “months-long battle with lung cancer.” Braugher had reportedly been diagnosed with the disease...

Chicago Defender Holiday Shopping Guide: Edition I

Welcome to an exclusive holiday shopping guide tailored for the fabulous residents of Chicago! This curated collection celebrates the rich diversity and entrepreneurial spirit within the black business community, offering a unique and luxurious shopp...

Score Big with This Year’s Top Stocking Stuffers

(NewsUSA) – The holidays are right around the corner, and it’s time to think about stuffing those stockings. Check out this guide for details on this years can’t miss gifts from Spin Master. Bitzee. Bitzee is an interactive digital pet that yo...