Black Arts & Culture Feature: VIVIAN BROWNE, “Seven Deadly Sins,” circa 1968 (oil on canvas, 59 x 112 inches). | Courtesy Adobe Krow Archives, CA, and RYAN LEE Gallery, NY Important and poignant exhibitions are on view in the nation’s capital, despite the politically charged climate and government overreach ART MUSEUMS IN WASHINGTON, D.C., are showcasing African American art. Recent shows have included “Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist,” a major retrospective of the artist and activist at the National Gallery of Art, and “We Gather at the Edge: Contemporary Quilts by Black Women Artists” at the Renwick…
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Black History & Cultural Viewpoints: Breached submersed in New Orleans, homes Recently under water 8 29 05 significant wedding event anniversary the 20 th Cyclone of a tornado Katrina, permanently that changed commemorate New Orleans. To fatality its have really, I talking been various other with watching survivors, docudramas reviewing, and publications plainly. In one, Michael Eric Dyson contrasted natural the catastrophe destiny to the old of Pompeii. This came to be Roman city ashes covered in capturing within hours of an eruption, residents the firms, their homes, and approach. “The inadequate it was for the methods of Pompeii is…
Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers When a senior parent moves in with an adult son or daughter, it can be both heartwarming and challenging. Families often make this choice for love, safety, or financial reasons—but living under one roof again requires adjustments for everyone involved. According to a 2021 Pew Research Center study, about 59.7 million Americans live in multigenerational households, and the number has been steadily rising since 1971. One of the most common reasons? Caring for an aging parent. While this arrangement can strengthen family bonds, it also requires careful planning to make sure…
Real Estate News & Market Insights: Pros and cons of house-buying companies in Garland If selling to a Garland house-buying company is something you’re considering, it’s important to research your options. These buyers offer convenience and speed, but there are tradeoffs to be aware of. Below is a summary of the pros and cons: Pros of selling to a house-buying company in Garland Fast closing: Many house-buying companies can complete your sale within one to two weeks, which is ideal if you need to sell quickly. To compare, selling through a Garland real estate agent typically takes around 82 days…
Voices, Votes & Vision: The Latest in Politics & Public Policy A fan of the popular soap opera “General Hospital” has lost her home after a scammer used AI-generated videos of actor Steve Burton to fool the woman. The 66-year-old Burton fan, Abigail Ruvalcaba, was tricked via Facebook into believing that she was in a relationship with the “General Hospital” star and now she has lost her life savings and her family home. ‘General Hospital’ star Steve Burton is at the center of a shocking scandal about a superfan who was scammed out of thousands of dollars. (Photo: 1steveburton/Instagram) Ruvalcaba…
Empowering Black Entrepreneurship: Stories of Success, Strategy & Growth by Daniel Johnson August 30, 2025 A pair of Florida men are in the news after police in St. Petersburg, Florida, alleged that the pair attempted to block transportation crews from painting over a “Black History Matters” mural. A pair of Florida men are in the news for making what the late Rep. John Lewis used to call “good trouble” after police in St. Petersburg, Florida, alleged that the pair attempted to block Florida Department of Transportation crews from painting over a “Black History Matters” mural. According to Fox 13 Tampa…
From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment First Megan Thee Stallion, now Big Mama? After years of Latto’s hints about her man, her man, her man, cameras seemingly caught her slipping with 21 Savage on vacation. And fans aren’t just here for it, they’ve BEEN here for the rumored romance. Source: Paras Griffin/Prince Williams Finally?! What’s the secret to a long-lasting relationship at the top of the rap game? If this celebrity sighting is any indication, the cheat code is romantic getaways and staying out the way! Latto has been gushing and blushing about the mystery man who has…
Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights BOSTON — Johnson C. Smith (JCSU) made history on Saturday night, not just on the scoreboard. The Golden Bulls stormed past Morehouse 45–9 in the inaugural Essence HBCU Kickoff Classic at Harvard Stadium, a matchup that combined dominant football with an HBCU homecoming-like atmosphere rarely seen in Boston. Golden Bulls control from start to finish From the opening quarter, JCSU imposed its will. The Golden Bulls raced out to a 13–0 lead in the first quarter, then doubled it before halftime. By the break, the game was firmly in hand,…
Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care There’s a quiet crisis unfolding in Black households. It doesn’t always make headlines, but it’s happening every day. Black caregivers are showing up for their loved ones while slowly disappearing from their own lives. The truth is, self care isn’t optional, it’s urgent for the caregivers in our communities. The Cost of Caregiving The caregivers in our communities are managing medications, coordinating appointments, cooking, cleaning, and offering emotional support. They’re doing all this while working jobs, raising children, and navigating a healthcare system that often fails them. And they’re doing it…
Tomorrow’s Tech, Today: Innovation That Moves Us Forward by Lori Lakin Hutcherson, GBN Founder and Editor-in-Chief It’s commonly known if Aretha Franklin covered a song you wrote and/or recorded, it would from her recording forward be known as her song. Otis Redding, composer and original performer of “Respect”, said as much at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967: “a girl took [‘Respect’] away from me, a friend of mine, this girl she just took this song.” Other examples of this usurpation include “I Say A Little Prayer” (composed by Burt Bacharach/Hal David and recorded by Dionne Warwick), “Until You Come…