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Biden and Xi try to avoid a new Cold War, even if all isn't 'kumbaya'

President Joe Biden held a three-hour talk Monday with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, their first in-person encounter since Biden took office and an opportunity that both sides appeared to hope would lead to an improvement in rapidly deteriorating relations.

What is DEI - why is it dividing America?

Diversity, equity and inclusion programs have come under attack in boardrooms, state legislatures and college campuses across the country.

Opinion: Trump White House confrontation that says it all

In the 1850s, a barroom brawler named John Morrissey took on and defeated some of the leading boxers of the time. Nicknamed "Old Smoke," the Irish immigrant who grew up in Troy, NY, would go on to mastermind a gambling empire, found the famed Saratoga horse racing track and win a seat in the US House of Representatives. But Morrissey is also known for popularizing one enduring phrase.

How Atlanta rappers helped flip the White House

Welcome to Atlanta, where the players politic. Anger, fear, new voters, PAC money, minority turnout -- these are often credited with shaping elections. What you don't tend to hear is that rappers in hip-hop's modern mecca educated voters and got them to the polls to help bounce an incumbent out of the White House.

NBC News: After a Texas School Shooting, Conservatives Blamed ‘Woke’ Programs Once Approved by Republicans

In 2018, GOP politicians promoted social and emotional education as a tool to stop mass shootings. Now some conservative activists are arguing those programs are not a solution to school violence, but a cause.

Trump's First Days In Office Spawn Dozens Of Lawsuits

Donald Trump the businessman was no stranger to lawsuits, both frivolous and substantive.

Dare to bare: 15 of the world's best nude beaches

Although still taboo in many places, casting aside your clothes at the shore has become a customary practice around the world in recent times.

Emmys 2017: The Big Moments That Have People Talking

unday was all about the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards and we have a rundown here on all the action. Stephen Colbert hosted with a mix of politics and humor.

Texas officials will take over the state's biggest school district, raising questions about who controls America's classrooms

The fate of nearly 200,000 American students' education will soon be controlled not by locally elected leaders but by state-appointed managers yet to be named.

Statement from Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Regarding the 58th Inauguration

As a person of faith, I wish President-elect Donald Trump nothing but the best as he becomes the Commander-in- Chief of our nation.

Beyond the Rhetoric: Obama Presidential Center – How Black Will It Be? – Part 2

This monumental piece of construction and architecture is well into the planning phase. The architects have been named and the interviewing phase for the Construction Management should be announced within the next couple of months. So far, I see nothing that would lead me to believe that diversity is going to be a focus point for this $1.3 billion project.

National Association of Black Journalists Celebrates Excellence in Journalism

NABJ recognizes journalists for superior news coverage of black issues and the black community

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) bestowed more than 100 awards at its 42nd Annual Convention and Career Fair from Aug. 9-13 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NABJ inducted four veteran journalists into its 2017 Hall of Fame on Friday and announced the winners of the NABJ Salute to Excellence (STE) and Special Honors awards on Aug. 12.

Russian Lawyer: Trump Aides Wanted Info 'so badly'

The Russian lawyer embroiled in controversy over her meeting with Donald Trump Jr. last year denied Tuesday that she's worked for the Russian government.

5 Ways to Make Your Coffee Habit Healthier

Is your morning cup of Joe good for you? In short, yes. On its own, coffee – consumed by 64 percent of Americans at least once a day – is packed with health-giving antioxidants. In fact, there’s a myriad of research suggesting that coffee drinkers have an 11 percent lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes than non-drinkers, thanks to ingredients that can affect levels of hormones involved in metabolism.

Jimmy Kimmel Re-enters Health Care Debate with Update On Infant Son

Jimmy Kimmel tweeted an update and adorable photo of his baby son on Friday, more than two months after opening up about his newborn's health on his late-night talk show. In doing so he also re-entered the health care debate.

Chicago Mayor Defends Lawsuit Against DOJ Over Sanctuary City Status

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel defended his city's lawsuit against the Justice Department on Monday, telling CNN the DOJ's new stipulations against so-called sanctuary cities "undermines our actual safety agenda."

Melania Trump Minds Vatican Protocol in Veil Decision

Melania Trump has dutifully considered every outfit she has worn during her first trip abroad as first lady -- her visit with Pope Francis on Wednesday was no exception.

Jury Asks to See Footage of Philando Castile's Death -- Again

Jurors in the manslaughter trial of a Minnesota police officer finished their second day of deliberations Tuesday with no verdict after reviewing footage of Philando Castile's final moments.

Lovell's Food For Thought - Suggestions & Life Expectancy

Time is precious. And there is a time when one has to decided about what needs to be done by ones-self or done by others. The biggest issue to this is the management of ones "EGO'. It is about not Edging God Out (EGO).

Did H.R. McMaster Just Make Donald Trump's Russia Problems Worse?

National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster faced the press Tuesday afternoon in hopes of quieting the storm caused by a Washington Post report that the president had shared classified information with two top Russian officials during a visit to the Oval Office last week.

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