Black Travelers: Explore Culture, Adventure & Connection Forgetting to put your cellphone in airplane mode on a cruise can be an expensive mistake. Yet so many cruise travelers get caught up in that first-day-of-vacation excitement—the first piña colada, the mad dash to make restaurant reservations, the exhilaration of seeing your luggage safely on board, the second piña colada—that by the time the ship is pulling out of port, cellphone best practices are not top of mind. Most vacationers are too busy snapping photos and Facetiming mom from the pool deck to check their phone’s connection. Some travelers think that because…
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Game On: Sports News, Highlights & Commentary HOUSTON – After this week’s NFL Pro Bowl, it’s worth remembering that long before Steve McNair and Shedeur Sanders played in the event, James “Shack” Harris was breaking barriers that changed how the NFL saw Black quarterbacks and how their achievements are remembered. In the mid-1970s, Harris became the first quarterback from an HBCU to start a Pro Bowl and win the game’s MVP award. Almost fifty years later, his achievements are still a key but often overlooked part of both NFL and HBCU football history. James ‘Shack’ Harris football jersey from Grambling…
Fresh from the Food Preparation Location: Recipes & Food Motivation Crab Rangoon is among those appetisers that vanishes fast. Crunchy outside, silky and yummy on the within, these gold wontons are a takeout liked and they’re remarkably really simple to make in the house. This homemade crab rangoon dish utilizes easy elements you situate at the grocery store and incorporates swiftly and can be made in advance, making it optimal for celebrations or video game day. What Is Crab Rangoon? Crab Rangoon is a famous appetiser situated in Chinese-American dining establishments. It’s generally made with a creamy oral filling of…
Glow & Grow: Black Beauty, Haircare, and Skincare Tips Have you ever stood in front of the mirror thinking, “I just wish my hair would do this”? Maybe you want extra length for a night out, a full new style for a wedding, or just a little extra coverage on your crown. The good news is that you don’t have to choose between clip in hair extensions, wigs, or toppers – you can understand what each does and decide which is right for you. Let’s break it down in simple language. Why so many options exist Hair extensions, wigs, and…
Faith & Reflection: Voices from the Black Church and Beyond (Andy Warhol at the Ritz Hotel in London, 1970. Image source: Getty/The Independent) Andy Warhol is one of the world’s most famous artists, widely known for his iconic paintings of soup cans and Hollywood celebrities. But Warhol’s religious beliefs remain shrouded in mystery. In the last few years, right-wing pundits have increasingly tried to co-opt Warhol’s vast cultural impact by falsely claiming the gay pop-artist as a religious fundamentalist. They seem to be motivated by the fact that Warhol is highly celebrated, and gay—so revising his legacy would constitute a…
Savannah State Update: Artificial Intelligence (AI) learning was in full display at Savannah State University during a recent IBM SkillsBuild workshop that had more than 400 SSU students registered for a chance to earn AI certificate badges, pick up some IBM swag, and even collect an AI headshot. The workshop included 10-minute modules such as: How to create your own Chatbot; Professional Basketball; Formula One; Football Game Experience; L’Oréal Cosmetics; GenAI and Content Creation; and Live Sports Coverage.Left, Frank J. Mendelson, lecturer, College of Business Administration, and Tayshawn Williams, a freshman accounting major.The event was the first workshop resulting from a…
Black Arts & Culture Feature: I received an invitation from the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum in Annapolis, Maryland, to attend their VIP preview of their newest exhibition, She Speaks: Black Women Artists and the Power of Historical Memory. Curated by Martina Dodd, this exhibition examines the 250-year history of the United States of America through a Black Feminist lens. Some of the artists featured include Faith Ringgold (several works featured), Elizabeth Catlett, Zsudayka Nzinga, and many more. Institutions that helped contribute exhibition includes: Academy Art Museum, Galerie Myrtis, and Howard University Art Gallery, James E. Lewis Museum of Art, and Reginald F.…
Black History & Cultural Viewpoint: A fast dive throughout of the story. The reaction to the questions offered isn’t mosting likely to be a straight-out yes or specific no, yet a potentially. There is no strong evidence that Ivana Zelníčkova or Melania Knaus were discreetly spies from the Communist-aligned nations they originated from. We do recognize that Ivana’s dad, Miloš Zelníček, was a source for the StB that inspected Ivana and her marriage partnership to Donald Trump. Viktor Knavs came from the Company of Communists of Slovenia. In America, many people in the beginning align politically with their relative. Democrats…
Aging Well: News & Insights for Seniors and Caregivers February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular health. For seniors, especially those living with chronic conditions like congestive heart failure (CHF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or recovering from a stroke, heart health is an everyday priority — not just a once-a-year reminder. Why Heart Health Matters for Seniors: By the Numbers Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S. for adults, including seniors, accounting for more deaths than cancer and chronic lower respiratory disease combined. Nearly 48.6% of U.S. adults have…