Twins from Louisiana who grew up in foster care are giving back to their community and serving as a source of inspiration for locals. Cherry and Sherry Wilmore from the city of Houma are known as “everybody’s favorite twins,” according to CBS News. The twins spent 12 years living with two foster families from the […]
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Black women often embody the role of superheroes in their families, friendships and workplaces, consistently prioritizing the needs of others while neglecting their own well-being and mental health. However, “Black Girl Day Off, “observed annually on Oct. 11, is a crucial reminder for these women to step back, focus on self-care and reclaim their voices.
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In an ambitious effort to promote health equity, Jackson State University has unveiled the Wellness on Wheels mobile lab. The cutting-edge initiative is designed to deliver vital health services directly to communities throughout Mississippi. The launch reflects the College of Health Sciences’ commitment to quality education, research, and service while preparing future leaders to address
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One of Bath & Body Works’ newest holiday-themed candles is reminding some people of the Klu Klux Klan. The candle in question is called “Snowed In.” According to TMZ, a shopper saw the candle and thought its snowflake design resembled the head coverings KKK members are known for. The customer snapped a photo of the
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In a significant effort to enhance broadband access in underserved communities, Drake State Community and Technical College recently distributed Wi-Fi hotspots to families at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School in Huntsville, AL. This initiative is part of the college’s ongoing commitment to address digital connectivity challenges, supported by a grant from the National Telecommunications
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Omari Hardwick revisits how Denzel Washington took him in and supported him, as well as how he became a mentor to John David Washington in this week’s Fat Joe Talks. In an exclusive clip for the episode, which airs Friday at 9 p.m. on Starz, the former Power star spoke to the rapper about how
Applications are now being accepted for the fourth annual Broadway Across America • Black Theatre Coalition Regional Apprenticeship program through October 18, 2024. This nationwide, educational paid apprenticeship takes place over 14 weeks in the spring of 2025 and is offered to applicants with a demonstrated passion to increase the involvement of those that have
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Fresh off a sold-out performance at New York’s iconic Madison Square Garden, Mt. Joy are back with a new energetic single “She Wants To Go Dancing.” The song channels a lively, danceable vibe that’s already making waves, as the track blends a disco-tinged rhythm with the band’s signature indie rock sound. They first teased the
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