Building A Powerful Black Media Based on Human Rights

Building A Powerful Black Media Based on Human Rights

By Roger Caldwell, NNPA Newswire Contributor It is now 2020, and Black-owned media in America is struggling to stay alive, and many in mainstream media believe Black media is not necessary. “Black ownership is dying,” said Armstrong Williams, whose Howard Stirk Holdings owns seven of the Black-owned commercial television stations. “Newspaper ownership, radio ownership –…

How to find the right balance with pain management

How to find the right balance with pain management

If you’re facing surgery soon, you may have concerns about pain management. In a 2018 Mayo Clinic survey, 94% of the adults surveyed said that they would choose an alternative to opioids for treatment after surgery, but only 1 in 4 actually talked to their healthcare professional about those alternatives. Successfully managing pain involves much…

From Seed to Supplement: Behind the Label

From Seed to Supplement: Behind the Label

How to make smart and safe decisions when buying vitamins and supplements (BPT) – More than ever before, consumers today are demanding transparency on product labels. As news about food adulteration and contamination continues to appear in the headlines, the concern for food and product safety is rising. If nutritional supplements have ever been an…

Learn and Teach Your Children about Anger  If you can name it, you can tame it.

Learn and Teach Your Children about Anger If you can name it, you can tame it.

By Dr. Linda McNair, The Buckeye Review Newspaper Anger is an emotion and should not be ignored. Teaching children how to handle anger is better than telling them they are not angry and ignoring their hurts. Here is an example in preschool. One toddler takes the other toddler’s toy that he was playing with and…

Moving Forward: What’s in store foe Mayor Turner’s 2nd Term

Moving Forward: What’s in store foe Mayor Turner’s 2nd Term

Several Houston leaders were sworn into office recently at the Inauguration ceremony held at Wortham Center in downtown Houston. Mayor Sylvester Turner, along with City Controller Chris Brown and City Council members:  Amy Peck – District A, Abbie Kamin – District C, Carolyn Evans-Shabazz – District D, Dave Martin – District E, Tiffany Thomas –…

Houston First Celebrates Black History Month
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Houston First Celebrates Black History Month

Houston (January 30, 2020) – Houston First Corporation is proud to celebrate Black History Month with a number of events and activities, all of which are free and open to the public. As the destination management organization for the city, part of our mission is to promote the Houston region globally, and to enhance the…

Comerica Bank Names Irvin Ashford, Jr. Chief Community Officer

Comerica Bank Names Irvin Ashford, Jr. Chief Community Officer

DALLAS, Jan. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Comerica Bank has named Irvin Ashford, Jr., its new Chief Community Officer. Ashford, will be responsible for community reinvestment nationally and all associated activities, including development, lending, community investments, volunteerism and data analysis. Additionally, he will lead Comerica’s diversity business resource groups. Ashford previously served as Comerica’s National Director of Financial Education and…

From Seed to Supplement: Behind the Label, How to make smart and safe decisions when buying vitamins and supplements

From Seed to Supplement: Behind the Label, How to make smart and safe decisions when buying vitamins and supplements

More than ever before, consumers today are demanding transparency on product labels. As news about food adulteration and contamination continues to appear in the headlines, the concern for food and product safety is rising.   If nutritional supplements have ever been an important part of your daily routine, no doubt you’ve wondered what’s behind the…

Silent Killer STI’s & Cervical Cancer are Infecting More Women Than We Thought

Silent Killer STI’s & Cervical Cancer are Infecting More Women Than We Thought

By LJ Garfield   It’s no surprise that there is a disparity between the access to quality health care among Black women and white women. So, there shouldn’t be any surprise that there is also a disparity between the infection rates from cervical cancer among Black women and white women. Cervical cancer is silently trying…

OLD FOLKS SAYINGS: “A Sharp Tongue Cuts from the Inside Out”
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OLD FOLKS SAYINGS: “A Sharp Tongue Cuts from the Inside Out”

Spiritually Speaking… By James A. Washington, Publisher, The Dallas Weekly Growing up, I was never a student of the Bible even though I grew up surrounded by the best kind of Christians there were: the love-filled family kind. I believe I am now being constantly moved by the Holy Spirit (I hope) to see the…

How to harness emerging technology for small-business success

How to harness emerging technology for small-business success

Whatever your small or medium-sized business (SMB), chances are you’re dependent on increasingly advanced technology – or wish to use more sophisticated technology. Recent advances have been numerous and head-spinning, sometimes making it hard to keep up. The truth is, harnessing emerging technologies effectively may be exactly what takes your business to the next level,…

The power of positivity: Simple tips to change your life
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The power of positivity: Simple tips to change your life

Work demands paired with family demands make modern life extremely busy. Meetings, deadlines, housework, kids’ homework, practice and much more all vie for your time. What’s the secret to keeping on top of it all? Research shows the power of positivity can work wonders in managing stress, staying productive and boosting happiness.   Four out…

6 Ways to Save Time and Money This Holiday Shopping Season

6 Ways to Save Time and Money This Holiday Shopping Season

No matter what holiday shoppers are looking for this season, there are two things on everyone’s list: saving time and saving money. Whether you’re making memories with friends and family, or enjoying some JOMO (joy of missing out) cozied up with a holiday flick and treat, we all wish we had more time over the…

Discovery Education and Business Leaders Launch Unique STEM Initiative

Discovery Education and Business Leaders Launch Unique STEM Initiative

Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital curriculum resources, content, and professional development for K-12 classrooms nationwide, has announced the creation of a STEM Careers Coalition. Officials said the initiative will help educators develop a pipeline of students who are interested in pursuing careers in STEM fields. It will also provide no-cost resources to students and…