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Greetings from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! Things have been busy. I am still a working mom of three, working full time who is trying to make a difference. I do a lot of things and try to be present so that I can learn from them. I share them on this bl...
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Braided hairstyles, a cultural tradition, face scrutiny due to health concerns. Consumer Reports found carcinogens in synthetic braiding hair, with benzene and lead detected. Black consumers dominate this market, raising exposure risks. Synthetic fib...
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Receiving an advanced breast cancer diagnosis is daunting, especially for Black women who face racial disparities, limited clinical trial representation, and cultural stigmas. To ensure the best care, Black women should ask critical questions, advoca...
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Benjamin Banneker, born in 1731 Maryland, crafted America’s first wooden clock, lost in a fire. His legacy thrives through Banneker, Inc., founded in 2003. Popular collections include Baller and Poise. 2025 launches feature new Poise versions and Afr...
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Clinical trials are crucial for lupus research, offering essential pathways to test new treatments for this complex autoimmune disease. Limited FDA-approved options highlight the urgent need for more studies. Addressing underrepresentation in trials,...
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Statistics Can Be Scary Three Black obstetricians discussed crucial pregnancy insights with ESSENCE, highlighting that 80% of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. are preventable. Black women face a higher risk, being three times more likely to die...
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The number of Black dentists remains unchanged across the country, prompting the Black dental community to seek solutions. A retiring Black dentist in Philadelphia shared her experiences with Black News & Views. WATCH: Black dentists focus on bu...
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Target Corporation's stock plunged by $27.27 per share, losing $12.4 billion in value amid backlash over DEI rollback. The NNPA and NAACP criticized the move, urging Black consumers to redirect spending. Legal challenges arose, with shareholders and...
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Tariffs starting today impose a 25% tax on Canadian and Mexican imports and a 10% levy on Chinese goods. The Trump administration claims it safeguards U.S. industries. However, economists and civil rights advocates argue the impact will severely affe...
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, featuring Jacquelin Harris, will electrify Detroit from March 14-16, 2025, as part of a nationwide tour honoring Judith Jamison's legacy. Harris, rooted in the city, aims to share the profound significance of Black...
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Renier Coetzee cautions against using expired medications due to health risks. Improper disposal, like trashing or flushing, poses environmental threats. Safe alternatives include using drug take-back programs. Mixing meds with substances like coffee...
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Donald Trump hosted the "Believers & Ballots" event in Pike County, October 23, 2024. His first month reportedly harms Georgia's economy with job cuts and funding freezes affecting the CDC. DNC claims his actions risk essential benefits for many Geor...
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Carolyn Hugley, Georgia House Minority Leader, reflects on her role amid legislative challenges. With Republicans dominating, Hugley emphasizes pushing beneficial legislation, despite potential co-option. Tort reform and healthcare access remain foca...
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By Mark Haynes | OBSERVER Correspondent Sacramento's elite high school basketball teams, Inderkum Tigers and Folsom Bulldogs, battled for the CIF Sac-Joaquin section championship spot. Inderkum's Coach Fred Wilson reflected on his coaching journey,...
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Michigan State University’s Citing Slavery Project reveals enduring legal influences from slavery-era rulings. Despite the 13th Amendment, precedents like Prigg v. Pennsylvania continue shaping property law and civil rights cases. Law professor Justi...
