Author: Savannah Herald

Glow & Grow: Black Beauty, Haircare, and Skincare Tips Photo Credit: Instagram/@TeyanaTaylor To say Teyana Taylor is having a moment would be an understatement. In the past week alone, she won her first Golden Globe, shut it down on the red carpet premier for her new Netflix film The Rip, and graced the cover of Vanity Fair. Let’s not forget, her album Escape Room is also up for a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Album. The résumé is stacking quickly, and the momentum shows no signs of slowing. [SEE ALSO: Teyana Taylor Inspires Black Girls To Dream Big With First…

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Faith & Reflection: Voices from the Black Church and Beyond When dozens of protesters interrupted a church service in St Paul, Minnesota, earlier this year, it revived a fierce yet enduring debate about whether places of worship are appropriate arenas for dissent. In demanding the resignation of a pastor who leads a local Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office, demonstrators chanted “ICE out” and “Hands up, don’t shoot!” at Cities church on 18 January. Religious and political leaders condemned the action, fueled by the church’s statement that protesters had “frightened children and created a scene marked by intimidation and…

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Black History & Cultural Perspectives: A conspiracy theory does not require every actor to have complete awareness of every information, every individual, or every action taken by others. It needs agreement amongst two or even more people to attain a common objective. Sometimes individuals see only their very own component of the plan. Sometimes conspiracy theories include not likely bedfellows. On July 28, 1967, The golden state passed the Mulford Act. Republican Governor Ronald Reagan dealt with Republicans, Democrats, and the National Rifle Organization (NRA) to press via the Act, after the Black Panthers appeared at the State Capitol, legitimately…

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Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers As we age, our nutritional needs change. Understanding the nutritional needs of seniors over 65 is essential for maintaining strength, preventing illness, and supporting long-term independence. A well-balanced, nutrient-dense diet for older adults can reduce the risk of chronic disease, prevent muscle loss, and improve overall quality of life. Many families ask what the best diet for seniors looks like. The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. However, there are clear guidelines for meeting the elderly nutrition needs that support healthy aging and help seniors age in place safely. This senior nutrition guide explains…

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Real Estate News & Market Insights: Welcome to an elegant lock-and-leave townhome in Downtown Alpharetta, one of metro Atlanta’s most desirable locations. Situated in The Maxwell in Alpharetta, a quiet European-inspired enclave built by Providence Group, this residence combines sophisticated design, resort-style amenities and low-maintenance living just minutes from Avalon and Main Street. A gated front courtyard creates a charming sense of arrival. Through east-facing French doors, the bright entry hall features warm hardwood floors and oil-rubbed bronze hardware, creating a refined first impression. A spacious main-level suite with double doors, a full bathroom and a walk-in closet offers flexible…

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Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights Story Links Savannah, Georgia-Men’s Basketball heads to Metro Atlanta looking to defend their SIAC Tournament Championship, baseball & softball continue their conference road trips, and men’s & women’s track & field open the outdoor portion of their schedules. We’ll cover all of the action in our latest installment of “This Week In Tiger Athletics”.Men’s BasketballAfter a nail-biting home victory over Kentucky State in the Opening Round of the SIAC Men’s Basketball Championship, presented by Toyota, head coach Clevan Thompson and the East Division #3 seed Savannah State men’s basketball…

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Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care From March 2nd-6th, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is highlighting the importance of Obesity Care Week. World Obesity Day is also on March 4th. This year’s theme for the National Awareness Week is “I Commit to Care,” which focuses on ensuring every person affected by obesity has access to evidence-based, respectful, and compassionate care, free from stigma and bias. This is critical because Black women represent the largest population living with this chronic condition. The Journal of the American Medical Association reports that 56.9% of non-Hispanic Black females have obesity. The…

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Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection by Sharelle B. McNair February 18, 2026 The issue isn’t about the money being seized but more so about the limited guidelines on what amount of cash is deemed suspicious. Did you know that if travelers pass through Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents with more than $100, agents can take it? A new lawsuit claims TSA agents have allegedly stripped money from more than 10,000 travelers since 2014, labeling them as criminals but never charging them, the New York Post reports. A federal law, not widely known among travelers, bans taking more than…

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Global Black Voices: News from around the World A newly disclosed U.S. State Department document reveals plans to process up to 4,500 refugee applications per month from white South Africans — a figure that would significantly exceed President Donald Trump’s publicly stated global refugee cap for fiscal year 2026. The January 27 contracting document also details preparations underway at the U.S. embassy in Pretoria, including the installation of temporary processing facilities, signaling an accelerated effort to expand admissions from South Africa even as refugee entries from other regions remain sharply restricted. This story is written and edited by Global South…

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Scientific research & Exploration: Discover the World Via Research and Innovation The Canadian oil pipeline huge Enbridge will pay Wisconsin law enforcement for trouble suits, training, and hours spent policing protests, according to an arrangement approved by two areas last week. The deceptive arrangement uses an uncapped funding resource to regional constables as the business gets ready for disruptive, Indigenous-led resistance to the questionable Line 5 reroute. Last Tuesday, Enbridge began building and construction on a 41 -mile sector of Line 5, which lugs around 540, 000 barrels of oil and gas fluids daily from a transfer point in Superior,…

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