Black Voices: News, Culture & Community from Across the Nation James C. Luckey, Jr., Publisher/EditorObserver Group Newspapers of Southern California, Inc.For decades, Congresswoman Maxine Waters has stood as one of the most recognizable and unapologetic voices in American politics — a leader many across Los Angeles County and beyond affectionately call “Auntie Maxine.”As she once again seeks reelection, supporters throughout communities including South Los Angeles, Compton, Inglewood, Torrance and neighboring areas continue reflecting on a political career built on advocacy, accountability and an unwavering commitment to Black and Brown communities, working families and those too often left behind in Washington.Long…
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CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) – Members of the Charleston Reparations Task Force, local Black Lives Matter, and Gullah Geechee community members are demanding the transfer of over 7,000 acres of former plantation land in the area. Descendants are calling for land from three major Lowcountry plantations: Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens, Magnolia Plantations and Gardens, and Middleton Place. They hope to claim the land to help establish the Gullah Geechee Reparations Reservation, land to be held in permanent stewardship by Gullah Geechee people.They have given Middleton Plantation, Boone Hall, and Magnolia 40 days to respond and to enter into a conversation…
Savannah State Update: Savannah State University (SSU) has received a $5,000 gift from the Savannah (GA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated to bolster an existing endowed scholarship established by the organization in 2003. The local chapter is a branch of an international, non-profit volunteer service organization dedicated to enriching, sustaining, and ensuring the culture and economic survival of African Americans and other persons of African ancestry. “Our Chapter is honored to invest in the future of students. This gift reflects our unwavering commitment to scholarship, leadership, and creating a lasting legacy at the University. We are proud to support opportunities…
Business Briefing: Economic Updates and Industry Insights ADI IGNATIUS: I’m Adi Ignatius. ALISON BEARD: I’m Alison Beard and this is the HBR IdeaCast. ADI IGNATIUS: Allison, there is a phenomenon that we see over and over again where founders create companies with a purpose, with a noble mission, maybe a don’t be evil motto, and then over time, it all gets lost. Short-term financial pressure makes companies cut corners, lose conviction, and in some cases, the founder visionary themself is even forced out. ALISON BEARD: Yeah, I can think off the top of my head of lots of examples. Apple,…
Fresh from the Kitchen: Recipes & Food Inspiration No time to cook? These keto dinners are ready in under 30 minutes and packed with flavor. Low-carb eating has never been this fast or this good. Not every dinner has the luxury of time, and I think any honest recipe developer has to acknowledge that. There are days when I am running late, when the afternoon got away from me, or when the last thing I have energy for is a recipe that requires multiple steps and a long list of ingredients. What I have learned over years of eating keto…
Food & Beverage News: Insights, Safety, and Dining Trends With a mission to bring African gin and spirits to every back bar in the world, long-time friends and business partners, Damola Timeyin and Chris Frederick, are using their collective experience in branding, advertising, finance, and the food and beverage industry to put their portfolio of spirits on the map. With a special focus on their world-class Pan-African spirit, Bayab Gin, the South Africa-based brand currently offers four expressions and has already built a strong following. Bringing an African Spirits Brand to Life “It really began with a moment. Chris and…
Faith & Reflection: Voices from the Black Church and Beyond There’s that throbbing again! In the slit center of me. Spreading vehemently, devouring, insatiable, red like blood and warm like body. They say I’m Jezebel because I like it when she purrs. 𖦹 ‘Now you can get pregnant.’ I became a woman but all my mother saw was a dirty girl. Like the wombs before and around me, scorched by estranged origins, I got in bed with shame and became disembodied, found myself in hell. ‘Virgin or Harlot?’, they asked me at the gates. Sensing my fullness, I looked Illusion…
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Black History & Cultural Point Of Views: Every 4 July since 1897, The New York City Times publishes the Declaration in full. This year will be the 250 th anniversary of when 13 American swarms formally proclaimed their severance from Terrific Britain. The Affirmation asserted they were cost-free and independent states, no more subject to British policy. It began: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all males are developed equal.” (If you recognize the musical Hamilton , it’s difficult to say these words without singing.) Yet we understand that at the time this message was created, all guys…
Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers Also called: Fever Blisters Overview What Are Cold Sores? Cold sores are small painful blisters that can form on or near the lips or nose. They’re common and usually go away on their own in 1–2 weeks. Top Things to Know Cold sores are small, painful blisters that usually form on or around the lips and nose. They are common in kids and are caused by a virus. Kids with cold sores may feel tingling before blisters appear or have pain when eating, and they may also have a fever, swollen…