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As spring blooms, social media bursts with advertisements for body detoxes and cleanses. Various diets promise toxin elimination, weight loss, and health improvements, yet their benefits lack robust scientific backing. Common methods range from fasti...
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Detroit will soon select a new mayor, marking the first time since 1974 that no incumbent is defending the position. This transition opens the door for a new Black leader in a city where over 80% of residents identify as Black, emphasizing a much-nee...
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The Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce announced on Thursday that a mayoral debate will be held during the Mackinac Policy Conference, set for May 27-30 at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. Details regarding candidate invitations remain unspecifi...
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“Cottage Grove” is a poignant short film that explores the intricate dynamics within father-son relationships, addressing themes of rejection, anger, and ultimately, reconciliation. Directed by George Ellzey Jr., a proud South Sider, the film pays ho...
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Brittany McCauley’s journey begins not in a gallery, but in Detroit's vibrant arts scene during a summer program at the College for Creative Studies. As a professional illustrator and mentor, she embodies a new initiative employing 145 high school st...
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The Chicago and Cook County Departments of Public Health have confirmed two measles cases—the first this year in the area. An adult from suburban Cook County showed symptoms upon visiting a local hospital, while another case involved a traveler from...
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U.S. economic growth experienced a significant downturn in the first quarter of 2025, largely influenced by President Donald Trump’s expansive tariff measures. According to the Commerce Department, the gross domestic product contracted at an annual r...
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As polarization grows in America, even family gatherings can ignite conflict. Tension often leads to the dismissive “Let’s just drop it.” However, as a communications expert, I argue that such phrases erode familial bonds rather than restore peace.E...
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TMH Behavioral Services marked its tenth anniversary with the “Shades of Blue & Kicks” event at Little Black Pearl Art and Design Academy, Kenwood. Attendees joined forces to raise $30,000 for TMH MANCAVE, which addresses the mental health needs...
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SAN FRANCISCO — On Donald Trump's 101st day in office, Kamala Harris returned to deliver a dual message: “I warned you” and “keep resisting.” She urged Democrats to aim beyond the midterms and collaborate against Trump’s crisis-driven agenda, which s...
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Vice President JD Vance visited Capitol Hill Wednesday night to cast a decisive vote that thwarted a bipartisan attempt to challenge President Donald Trump’s trade policies. The Senate's resolution to block Trump's tariffs fell 49-49, lacking necessa...
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Former Vice President Kamala Harris criticized Donald Trump in her first significant speech since her tenure ended, asserting he ignited the "greatest man-made economic crisis" with his tariffs. Speaking at the Emerge Gala in San Francisco, she empha...
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Homeownership embodies the American Dream; however, recent economic shifts have left many aspiring buyers hesitant. Contemplating whether to rent or buy? Renting offers flexibility, with landlords managing maintenance, but lacks equity buildup. In co...
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Dr. Georges Benjamin, the first Black executive director of the American Public Health Association, has vocally condemned Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr., calling for his resignation. Benjamin highlighted urgent health disparities affecti...
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Envision a Black child in California, entering kindergarten filled with excitement about education. Tragically, by third grade, they could be deemed “behind.” This is not a fictional situation but a reflection of a systemic dilemma that education pro...