Category : Lifestyle

Inside NIU’s Student-Led Movement for Diversity and Inclusion

A senior psychology major at Northern Illinois University, Kaleb Deer has witnessed how the recent push by Washington to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs has heightened anxiety among minority students like himself. “They labe...

Tensions Boil Over: NIH Employees Stage Walkout During Director’s Town Hall

During a recent town hall, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Director of the NIH, navigated contentious topics, notably suggesting the Covid-19 pandemic might stem from human research, potentially funded by NIH. “It’s a challenging issue,” he acknowledged, as st...

Charlie Rangel Dies at 94: Harlem Loses a Titan of Black Political Power

Charlie Rangel, a prominent figure in New York politics and a key member of Harlem’s influential “Gang of Four,” has passed away at age 94. Renowned for his vibrant personality, signature bowties, and distinctive voice, Rangel was a memorable presenc...

Echoes of 'I Can’t Breathe': The Fifth Anniversary of a Global Awakening

MINNEAPOLIS — On Sunday, a collective of police reform advocates and civil rights supporters converged with thousands of community members to commemorate the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's death. Attendees voiced their discontent with the Trump...

Food Assistance in Jeopardy? CBO Flags GOP Bill’s Potential Impact on Millions

Millions of low-income individuals, including families with children, may face the loss of food assistance under a recently approved tax and spending cuts package by House Republicans, as revealed in a Congressional Budget Office (CBO) analysis on T...

What a Keisha Lance Bottoms Gubernatorial Run Could Mean for Georgia

As Georgia anticipates its next political chapter following Stacey Abrams' departure from the gubernatorial spotlight, many voters are turning their attention to former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms. Could she be the next transformative leader t...

Budget Unfinished, Ethics in Question—Shelby Leaders Still Advance Tax Rate

Shelby County commissioners have once again taken proactive measures, approving a provisional property tax rate for the forthcoming fiscal year, even in the absence of state officials' final consent on the suggested $2.73 rate. In a meeting held on M...

Young KKK Members Conduct Trial Event in Kansas City

On Saturday, over a hundred masked individuals associated with the white supremacist Patriot Front emerged from U-Haul trucks at Kansas City’s World War I Memorial. Concealing their faces behind white masks, they brandished reversed American flags an...

The Importance of Ensuring High Water Quality in Your Home

Have you considered the quality of water in your home? Water is integral to our daily lives, from refreshing showers to that revitalizing cup of coffee, and it can influence your overall health. Understanding local water quality is crucial. Tap wate...

Trump Freezes 50% EU Tariffs, Announces July 9 Rollout Date

President Donald Trump announced Sunday a postponement of the 50% tariff on European Union imports until July 9, showcasing yet another instance of his fluctuating trade policies that have left markets in disarray. Following a “very nice call” with...

Meet the Man Who Fired the Officers Behind George Floyd’s Death

Every uniformed officer in the nation ought to be aware of the history inherent in their profession. My uncle Darren demonstrated this in 1992 when he declined to enter a squad car with a white officer who had just used racial slurs. Recent decades r...

Black Seniors Bear the Brunt of Trump-Era Policies—Here’s How

Seniors are expressing deep concerns about the implications of Trump’s administration, particularly regarding policies affecting their financial security. Carstell Walker Jr., who recently passed at 87, often remarked, “Trump ain’t getting nare bit o...

NEA’s Denial of Classical Theatre of Harlem Funding Raises Deeper Questions

After 25 years of artistic distinction and community service, The Classical Theatre of Harlem (CTH) has been unexpectedly omitted from this year’s National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) funding. This abrupt decision arrived devoid of prior dialogue,...

3 Key Mental Health Concerns in Trump’s Early Budget Plans

Following President Donald Trump's 2026 budget proposal revealed in early May, which aims for $163 billion in federal spending cuts, attention has shifted towards reductions in foreign aid and a commitment to bolstering border security. However, the...

From Ancestors to Algorithms: Black Spirituality in the Age of Social Media

Amidst a digital age brimming with diverse voices, Black spirituality is rapidly transforming. Although traditional church attendance has waned among younger generations, discussions surrounding faith, healing, and ancestral ties are resonating loud...