Category : Lifestyle

Black Elders: Leaders and Advocates Come Together at Eaton Fire Summit

On August 2, numerous community service groups, local leaders, supporters, and survivors convened at Pasadena Hilton for the Eaton Fire Senior Summit. Under the theme “Rebuilding with Resilience,” the gathering aimed to assist seniors affected by th...

Rising Concerns: The Alarming Surge in Black OD Death Rates and What Lies Ahead

Black communities are under threat from a devastating opioid crisis, now exacerbated by significant federal funding cuts to vital initiatives designed to combat drug overdoses. Recently, President Donald Trump postponed funding for the CDC’s crucial...

8 Compelling Reasons to Add Nutrient-Rich Mushrooms to Your Daily Diet

The 2022 Fresh Trends report by Packer reveals that 40% of American consumers have purchased mushrooms within the last year. Statista corroborates this, stating that by 2023, the average American consumed approximately 3.5 pounds of mushrooms. Analys...

Educate Yourself On 4 Key Clinical Trial Types: Understanding Their Function and Importance

Prior to becoming accessible to the public, any new medication, surgical intervention, or treatment must undergo an exhaustive assessment process mandated by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This evaluation involves a series of clinical tri...

Are Supplements Necessary for a Balanced Diet? Digging Into Nutritional Needs

Vitamin supplements represent a lucrative industry, with U.S. consumers investing around $45 billion of a global total exceeding $177 billion on vitamins in various forms—from pills to powders that aim to enhance wellbeing. Approximately 59 million A...

California Helps Out: Saving Youth Programs for People of Color as Federal AmeriCorps Funding Cuts Take Effect

In April, under directives from President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), California experienced the loss of over 5,600 AmeriCorps public service members alongside a staggering $60 million cut in funding. AmeriCorps volunte...

8,000 Thrilled Attendees Celebrate at Sacramento's Annual Black Cowboys Festival in Oak Park

What initially began five years ago as an initiative to celebrate Black history has blossomed into a much-anticipated annual affair, welcoming nearly 8,000 participants. The Black Cowboys Parade and Festival, which took place on July 27, was envisio...

Creating a Culinary Identity: One Woman's Mission to Change KC's Food Scene

Queer, Black, and a woman—Jhy Coulter refers to this identity as “The Trifecta.” While the world often views this intersection as complex and isolating, for Coulter, it shapes her very essence and business foundation. This vibrancy permeates her rest...

Black Business Owners Gain Support at Florin Square Summit

The Florin Square Community Development Corp. hosted its fifth annual small business success summit on July 26, providing a platform for entrepreneurs to network and explore untapped resources. Executive Director Aaron Boyce emphasized the initiativ...

Approaches to Better Meet the Needs of African American Children and Families

The National African American Child and Family Research Center (NAACFRC) at Morehouse School of Medicine aims to establish national leadership and excellence in community-focused research to enhance services for African American children and families...

Benin Welcomes Ciara With Citizenship Honoring Her Ancestral Roots

U.S. singer Ciara has become one of the initial public figures to obtain citizenship in Benin, following a recent legislative initiative aimed at granting citizenship to descendants of enslaved individuals. The Grammy-winning artist received her citi...

Examining Racial Dynamics in Christian K-12 Schools

A viral video filmed in what appears to be a high school cafeteria begins with Jeremiah Mason, a Black student at Fresno Christian Schools, enjoying chicken fingers. Suddenly, another student enters and greets him with a racial slur. Mason, then a se...

Weekly Audio Insights: OBSERVER Highlights (July 27 - August 2, 2025)

Presenting a thoughtfully assembled collection of this week’s most captivating news stories, now available in an easily accessible audio format. Immerse yourself in the crucial headlines that resonate, spanning from intriguing local tales to signific...

Lung Nodule Diagnosis and the Medical Steps That Follow

When a lung nodule is identified—whether during a routine examination or a chance scan—it often triggers anxiety and uncertainty. Dr. Thomas Gildea, Global Medical Director for Respiratory at Olympus and a practicing pulmonologist, emphasizes that th...

Student Loan Forgiveness Tightened as Trump Pushes New Bill

Millions of Americans with Parent PLUS loans face potential hurdles in accessing student loan forgiveness, according to Forbes. The recently passed “Big, Beautiful Bill” fundamentally revamped the federal student loan landscape, bidding farewell to s...