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Navy Honors the Contributions of African Americans during 2018 African American/Black History Month
The Navy joins the nation in celebrating the history of African American Sailors and civilians during African American/Black History Month, Feb. 1-28.
Bill Recognizing ‘Hidden Figures’ for Contributions to U.S. During the Space Race Headed to be Signed Into Law
U.S. Senators Kamala D. Harris (D-CA), Chris Coons (D-DE), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), along with U.S. Representatives Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) and Frank Lucas (R- OK), applauded the congressional passage of a bipartisan bill they introduced, along with hundreds of their colleagues, to award Congressional Gold Medals to Katherine Johnson and Dr. Christine Darden and to posthumously award Congressional Gold Medals to Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson.
Coping with bathroom anxiety and other back-to-school health issues
We’ve encountered and survived many back-to-school health issues in my over 50 years as a pediatrician, 52 years as a parent of eight children, and now 15 grandchildren. Now, I’m sharing some of my family’s best tips for three of the most common issues your children are likely to face this time of year.
Digital Unplugging - 5 Ways to Pull the Plug
Recently, I read on social media, “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” I thought about how true this statement is as I begin to do my own unplugging from the digital world.Recently, I read on social media, “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” I thought about how true this statement is as I begin to do my own unplugging from the digital world.
The 11th Annual Austin Ice Cream Festival Is Almost Here This Saturday, Aug. 12
The 11th annual Austin Ice Cream Festival presented by H-E-B is just around the corner this Saturday, Aug. 12 and what a better way to cool down this summer than a day at the beautiful Fiesta Gardens along Lady Bird Lake. The family-friendly festival will start at 11 a.m. and end at 10 p.m. and feature various activities throughout the day for all ages, such as frozen treat sampling from local and national brands, savory local food trucks and adult beverages.
Raising Eager Readers
Inspire your little ones to love reading
It can be difficult for parents to know exactly when to start teaching their children how to identify colors and numbers or when the right time is to start reading to them. However, the earlier parents begin reading to their kids, the better prepared they can be once they reach school age.
H-E-B Celebrates Earth Month Across Texas
H-E-B rolls-out new efforts to support year-round commitment to maximize recycling initiatives throughout its business and at homes across Texas.
The Black Lives Matter Movement is the Enemy of African Americans
The first thing that I have to say is that I am an African American man living in the Minneapolis area. I have to state this now; otherwise I would probably be called a racist.
New Ways to Age Better
Science is shedding new light on healthy aging, with a renewed emphasis on wellness. Forget aging gracefully. Our generation can choose to take charge and age proactively during the second half of our lives.
Back To Her Roots...Loni Love Quarantine Talent Show Attracts Over 20,000 Viewers with Guest Judge Jonathan McReynolds
In 2003, Loni Love competed as a finalist on "Star Search" an opportunity that brought major attention to her comedic chops as a stand-up talent. This past weekend, Love went back to her roots and garnered over 20,000 viewers who tuned in for the first-ever Loni Love Quarantine Talent Show.
"Twenty Pearls: The Story of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc."
Gravitas Ventures has acquired the U.S. and Canadian distribution rights for "Twenty Pearls: The Story of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.," an intimate documentary film introducing the storied history of Alpha Kappa Alpha, America's first sorority for Black college women. Narrated by Phylicia Rashad and written and directed by Deborah Riley Draper, Twenty Pearls tells the story of a powerful sisterhood created in 1908 that has influenced significant watershed moments in history, including World War II, NASA, Civil Rights, Voting Rights, Women's Rights, HBCUs, and Public Health.
African American Independent Filmmaker, Devin Haqq, Wins “Best Narrative Feature” Award at This Year’s American Black Film Festival (ABFF)
Devin Haqq, an independent filmmaker, won the 2017 Grand Jury Award for Best Narrative Feature Film at the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) held in Miami on June 18th. The winning film, “Ambition’s Debt” is set in a post-apocalyptic world and adapted from William Shakespeare’s epic tale of honor, ambition, betrayal, and the supernatural. The story follows the downfall of Rome’s most honored citizen, Marcus Brutus, as he conspires to assassinate Julius Caesar.
CRACKXCOCAINE: The Drug-Fueled Brand Putting Mexico City On The Streetwear Map
The rotation of so-called “hype” labels in the streetwear community has been steady for several years now. Supreme, Palace, BAPE, YEEZY, Gosha Rubchinskiy, OFF-WHITE. When it comes to igniting consumerist hysteria among stylish youngsters, these guys stand unconquered – at least within the mainstream.
Black Entrepreneur Launches Madagascar's First Ever Pizza Joint -- Now the Country's Largest Fast Food Restaurant Chain
La Gastronomie Pizza is Madagascar's first ever pizza joint. Now it is also the country's largest fast food outlet. Owner Chef Mbinina worked hard to build his brand in a country where there are no fast food brands.
Tulsa Organizations Announce Campaign to Memorialize Tulsa Race Massacre
The Black Wall Street Memorial committee and Tulsa Community Remembrance Coalition are launching the “10,000 Brick Campaign” throughout May to build a memorial to Black Wall Street in honor of those lynched during the 1921 Race Massacre.
Sports Events 365 will demonstrate at WTM in London new supplier interface for major ticket vendors
Sports Events 365 supplier interface, which was introduced this summer, has already allowed travel agencies, tour operators, OTA's and other travel customers to receive immediate confirmation on 80% of all sporting events tickets
Luther Vandross Estate Inks $40M Deal With Primary Wave Music To Carry On His Legacy
The influence of the late Luther Vandross will always be seen throughout the music industry. Today, his estate is making sure of that as they keep the R&B legend’s legacy and music alive through a new partnership.
The Fairytale Project Nia's Daughter Movement Project SXSSW Edu's Panel Picker
With over 1,200 session proposals submitted to SXSW Edu's Panel Picker, Nia's Daughters Movement Collective was selected to bring "The Fairytale Project" center stage and to explore their success in blending Pedagogy & Performance March 6-9, 2023, in Austin, Texas.
Hat Creek Grills Up New BBQ Burger for Spring
Emerging Texas-based burger brand celebrates patio season by hosting a social giveaway and offering a new BBQ Burger
Looking for a fun patio that the whole family can enjoy without all of the mess? Look no further because Hat Creek Burger Company is ready to make their backyard your backyard this spring.
Protest Options: A List of Links to Petitions, Donations, Resources and Education
education/">Good Black News Protest is powerful – so much so, it is listed as a right in the U.S. Constitution’s First Amendment. But when marching is not an option, there are other ways to keep fighting for justice.
