Burns Original Bar-B-Que, 1501 Certified Ent., Slim Thug & The BossLife Foundation Provided Over 1,000 Free Thanksgiving Meals To The Community!
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Burns Original Bar-B-Que, 1501 Certified Ent., Slim Thug & The BossLife Foundation Provided Over 1,000 Free Thanksgiving Meals To The Community!

ByKim

Houston, TX– For decades The Burns’ family has given out free hot Thanksgiving dinners to the community on the Monday of Thanksgiving week. Monday, November 21st, The Burns’ family hosted their annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway, where they provided over 1,000 people with free dinners. The family collaborated with Slim Thug & The BossLife Foundation, and 1501 Certified, which…

Houston-Based Film The Dirty 3rd Made Its Return With Private Red Carpet Screening Featuring D-Reck, Propain, Lil Flip, J. Prince, Lil Troy, Lil Keke, Noah Rankin, KK Rankin, and more!
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Houston-Based Film The Dirty 3rd Made Its Return With Private Red Carpet Screening Featuring D-Reck, Propain, Lil Flip, J. Prince, Lil Troy, Lil Keke, Noah Rankin, KK Rankin, and more!

ByKim

Houston, TX-On Wednesday, November 16th,  Wreckshop Films, 7 Kings Entertainment, and 8 Queens Media & Films hosted a VIP screening of The Dirty 3rd: Next Generation at Match Theater in Houston, Texas. The VIP advanced screening was sold out. It consisted of the lead actor, Propain, the visionary of The Dirty 3rd and owner of Wreckshop Films,…

President Biden Announces Fix To Family Glitch in Obamacare Subsidies
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President Biden Announces Fix To Family Glitch in Obamacare Subsidies

ByKim

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent With an estimated 5.1 million people falling into the so-called family glitch – primarily children and women – the Biden administration has issued a rule that makes it easier for those with employer-sponsored health plans to get Affordable Care Act subsidies. The rule, which comes from…

Pain Management Options for Youth Sports Injuries
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Pain Management Options for Youth Sports Injuries

ByKim

Youth sports are an important part of a child’s social and emotional development and fuel a healthy and active lifestyle. However, sports can result in injuries that may leave players sidelined. As parents, it’s important to be prepared before an injury happens—and that includes being informed about opioid risks. A child might be prescribed opioids—oxycodone,…

Application Fraud Is Exploding Nationwide
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Application Fraud Is Exploding Nationwide

ByKim

Evictions have been front-page news during the pandemic, and for a good reason. At the start of the pandemic, the National Low Income Housing Coalition estimated that without assistance, 30 to 40 million Americans would be in danger of eviction by the end of that year. It’s a heart-wrenching situation, which was largely avoided through…

Knocking Down Barriers for First-Time Homebuyers
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Knocking Down Barriers for First-Time Homebuyers

ByKim

Owning a home has long been an aspiration for many people across America, and one of the most effective ways to build generational wealth. Yet, due to the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, rising interest rates, and housing affordability concerns, including the lack of affordable housing supply, homeownership may seem out of reach for…

In Real Estate, a Signed Contract Isn’t the End of the Deal
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In Real Estate, a Signed Contract Isn’t the End of the Deal

ByKim

By Contributing Writer Marla Lewis, President of the Houston Black Real Estate Association Whew. The buyer and seller both signed the contract, so that’s it, right? The house is sold, and everyone moves on. Not so fast. There’s still a long way to go. Unfortunately, sometimes real estate transactions that start out smoothly can unravel…

Charlene Taylor Promotes Self-Love & Sisterhood Through Sexy Diva World, Inc.
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Charlene Taylor Promotes Self-Love & Sisterhood Through Sexy Diva World, Inc.

ByKim

We hear the term “women’s empowerment,” but do we really stand on it? Backbiting, catfights, and jealousy seem to be the norm depicted on reality TV and in the media when it comes to women and their circles. But Charlene Taylor, the founder, owner, and CEO of Sexy Diva World, Inc.,successfully leads this global movement…

How 5G Fixed Wireless Access Is Bridging the Digital Divide
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How 5G Fixed Wireless Access Is Bridging the Digital Divide

ByKim

When working from home and attending school virtually became part of everyday life during the COVID-19 pandemic, it taught us how vital home broadband internet is. A recent OpenVault report found broadband usage spiked nearly 50% year over year during the first quarter of the pandemic, and that usage has sustained today. Those with a…

FCC Commissioner Starks Leading Charge Against Digital Redlining While Ensuring Access To Black and Brown Communities
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FCC Commissioner Starks Leading Charge Against Digital Redlining While Ensuring Access To Black and Brown Communities

ByKim

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent The digital divide and digital redlining, zone casting, and overall access to the internet for Black and brown communities top the agenda of Federal Communications Commissioner Geoffrey Starks. With three Democrats and two Republicans, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent government agency overseen by…

What the Hack: 3 Tips To Keep You Safe Online
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What the Hack: 3 Tips To Keep You Safe Online

ByKim

Your digital accounts and online activities may make your life easier and perhaps even more enjoyable, but did you know every time you log in, it’s a chance for cybercriminals to hack your information and exploit it in numerous ways? Hacking threats are constant. According to research from the University of Maryland, cyber attacks happen…

Small Business Owner? How Insurance Can Help Protect Your Business
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Small Business Owner? How Insurance Can Help Protect Your Business

ByKim

If you run a business, you probably already know that no two businesses are alike. An online jewelry business or web design service based in your home won’t have the same needs (or hazards) as a food truck or florist shop. From home-based enterprises to businesses run out of a vehicle or a brick-and-mortar location,…

How You Can Support the Next Generation of Small-Business Owners
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How You Can Support the Next Generation of Small-Business Owners

ByKim

In school, students are learning new skills that will help them achieve their dreams. For a growing number of them, these dreams include owning their own business. Small businesses are an important part of the American economy and have accounted for two out of every three jobs added in the past 25 years, according to…

FEMA and Ad Council Encourage the Black Community to “Create a Lasting Legacy” by Preparing for Disaster
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FEMA and Ad Council Encourage the Black Community to “Create a Lasting Legacy” by Preparing for Disaster

ByKim

National Preparedness Month was last month, and FEMA and the Ad Council have released new Ready Campaign Public Service Announcements (PSAs), developed specifically to target Black and African American communities as part of FEMA’s ongoing approach to advance accessibility and cultural competency in boosting the nation’s preparedness. FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and Deputy Administrator Erik…

d-mars.com Shines the Community Spotlight on Sheldon Theragood
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d-mars.com Shines the Community Spotlight on Sheldon Theragood

ByKim

Sheldon Theragood is the author of the inspiring book, “Whatever It Takes, Walking Through God’s Purpose.” Sheldon is also a motivational speaker, youth mentor, police officer, and philanthropist. He is a native Houstonian who received his Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Texas Southern University and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Prairie View…

Department of Education Seeking Loan Forgiveness Applications by November 15
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Department of Education Seeking Loan Forgiveness Applications by November 15

ByKim

Following President Joe Biden’s announcement canceling student loan debt of up to $20,000 for specific borrowers, the U.S. Department of Education said applications for relief under the plan should be submitted by Nov. 15. Department officials said they’ve made the application process simple, and if borrowers fail to apply by Nov. 15, they’d still have…

Study Finds Community College System Fails To Produce Equitable Outcomes for Black Students
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Study Finds Community College System Fails To Produce Equitable Outcomes for Black Students

ByKim

More than one in three Black community college students is in poverty, and widespread inequality in community colleges deepened throughout the pandemic for Black students facing basic needs insecurity. According to a new report from the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies on the state of Black students at community colleges, an alarming 70…

3 Reasons Why Young Adults Should Invest in a Life Insurance Policy
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3 Reasons Why Young Adults Should Invest in a Life Insurance Policy

ByKim

Life insurance is for people of all ages, not just parents and grandparents. While life insurance needs vary by age and stage of life, it’s a good idea to invest in a life insurance plan while you’re young. If you’re in your 20s and 30s, life insurance may not seem necessary, but it’s a useful…

Not Investing? No Worries: 5 Simple Tips for Getting Started
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Not Investing? No Worries: 5 Simple Tips for Getting Started

ByKim

If you’re unsure of how to start planning for your financial future through investing, you’re far from alone. In fact, it might surprise you to know that 80 million Americans are interested in investing but don’t know where to begin. Yahoo Finance even reports that 54% of millennials have less than $5,000 of their money…