Voices, Votes & Vision: The Latest in Politics & Public Policy Source: creative services / other When it comes to health, early detection often means the difference between life and death. For Black men in particular, routine checkups and annual screenings are more than just good practice—they are critical. Despite ongoing advancements in medicine, Black men continue to face some of the highest rates of chronic illness and early mortality in the United States. Regular health screenings can play a crucial role in closing that gap. The Reality: A health disparity that can’t be ignored. Statistically, Black men are more…
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Empowering Black Entrepreneurship: Stories of Success, Strategy & Growth by Mitti Hicks June 3, 2025 Chapter leaders welcome help and volunteers from the Atlanta professional community. Sundresses & Seersuckers is a party with a purpose. For 2025, the Delta Mu Mu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. is expecting to draw its largest crowd yet for the Atlanta fundraiser, an estimated 15,000 people attendees. The historically Black fraternity hosts what has become a national celebration for professionals worldwide. The go-to summer social event offers community and connection with a curated blend of upscale events, networking opportunities, and educational engagement.…
From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment Writing in this magazine in 1973, Kennedy Fraser referred to style as “individualistic, aristocratic, and reckless,” and one or all of those qualities can be seen in the various personalities whose sartorial choices are featured here, including the fantastic, in all senses of the word, Julius Soubise, an eighteenth-century dandy who was born into slavery in the Caribbean and more or less adopted into the aristocracy in England; the stately young W. E. B. Du Bois, dressed to the nines, in 1900, at the Paris International Exposition, for which he organized a groundbreaking exhibit…
Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — One of the areas where the Jacksonville Jaguars are looking to improve is the offensive line. First year general manager James Gladstone has made a significant effort to bolster the unit that protects quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Gladstone accepted the general manager position on Feb. 21. Then, three weeks later, on the first day of free agency, the team announced eight signings, three on the offensive line, which was the highest of any position group. Then on March 19 they added on another big man. During the…
Wellness That Matters: Black Health News & Community Care (NEXSTAR) – A new policy announced by the Trump administration may limit which Americans can get a COVID booster when respiratory virus season rolls around this fall and winter. The Trump administration said last week it will limit approval for seasonal COVID-19 shots to seniors and others at high risk pending more data on everyone else. The move raises questions about whether some people who want a vaccine, but may not be considered “high risk,” will still be able to get one. What is the change in COVID vaccine guidance? Over the past several…
Tomorrow’s Tech, Today: Innovation That Moves Us Forward 2. Aspen Ideas Festival 2025 – June 25th to July 1As the name implies, the Aspen Ideas Festival gathers the world’s most active and engaged thinkers and delves into the most incisive paradigm-shifting bits of insight.Why Attend?Maybe you’re feeling uninspired. You’re intellectually curious, and would like to gather with people from different walks of life who value ideas, thought, and expression. Join some of the top leaders and thinkers from all over the world, including public officials, artists, scientists, authors, business executives, scholars, economists, foreign policy specialists, entrepreneurs, and more. Together, ideas can be…
From Campus to Classroom: Stories That Shape Education The 2025 HBCU football season is set to commence with a high-profile matchup as North Carolina Central University (NCCU) and Southern University face off in the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge. Scheduled for Saturday, August 23, at 7:30 p.m. ET, the game will be broadcast nationally on ABC, marking a significant moment for HBCU athletics. A Showcase of HBCU Excellence The MEAC/SWAC Challenge has become a staple in HBCU football, offering a platform for showcasing talent and tradition. This year’s game features NCCU, representing the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC), and Southern University, representing the…
Stay Informed: Latest News from Across Georgia MARTA has resumed the Five Points Transformation Project with station impacts scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 6, with the closing and relocation of customer service offices. Station amenities such as restrooms and three station entrances will close at the end of service on June 6, according to a press release. Five Points Station entrances at Alabama Street, Broad Street Plaza, and Peachtree Street will also close at the end of service on June 6. Street-level station and elevator access will be maintained on Forsyth Street. Rail service and transfers are not impacted…
Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection In all my years as a travel writer and professional packer, I’ve become acutely aware of the bulky, heavy, or just unnecessary items that take up far too much space in a suitcase, duffel, or backpack. I avoid excess layers, full-size toiletries, and, my ultimate packing nemesis, the classic travel pillow at all costs—especially if I’m traveling carry-on-only. That said, I’m not a minimalist; I believe in traveling comfortably and having everything you need with you in a smart, efficient way. So, instead of multiple coats, I pack one versatile piece of outerwear.…
Global Black Voices: News from around the World A fisherman holding a fish. PHOTO/UNSPLASH By ANDREW MWANGURA newshub@eyewitness.africa In the golden era of post-independence Kenya, a bold maritime vision emerged from the waters of the Indian Ocean. The story of vessels FV Ujuzi, FV Uchumi, and FV Ufunguo represents more than just ships—they symbolize a nation’s aspirational leap into industrial fishing and maritime sovereignty. Established in the 1960s, the Kenya Fisheries Industry was a testament to the young nation’s ambition. The Liwatoni fisheries complex stood as a cornerstone of this vision, employing 4,000 workers—predominantly women—who became the backbone of Kenya’s…