The Holidays And Your Brain – A Neuroscientist Explains How To Identify And Manage Your Emotions

Just as the shift to shorter days and colder weather can bring with it mood swings and other emotional challenges, the holiday season can also bring about somewhat predictable changes in mood and behavior. Around this time of year, many

How Does the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Work?

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which the George W. Bush administration created in 2007 to encourage people to work for the government and nonprofits, has grown significantly during Joe Biden’s presidency. The Conversation asked economist William Chittenden to explain

Nelson Mandela’s Daughter, Dr. Pumla Makaziwe “Maki” Mandela, To Speak At The House Of Justice In Harlem

Maki Mandela to Share Perspectives on Justice, Equality, and Her Father’s Legacy New York, NY (December 7, 2023) – Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network will welcome Dr. Pumla Makaziwe “Maki” Mandela, social justice leader and daughter of the

Biden-Harris Administration Takes Sweeping Actions to Lower Healthcare Costs

The Biden-Harris Administration has unveiled a comprehensive plan to reduce prescription drug costs, promote competition, and ensure accessible, affordable healthcare for all Americans. Addressing longstanding concerns about corporate interests influencing healthcare, the administration announced that it’s cracking down on price

The 59th edition of Prensa Latina’s Sports Survey Opens to All Media

The 59th edition of Prensa Latina’s Sports Survey opened on Thursday to choose the best athletes and teams from Latin America and the Caribbean in 2023. Starting today, world media will be able to cast their votes in three categories:

The Forgotten Legacy of The Black Man Who Blazed a Trail for Stephen A. Smith and Others to Make Millions

In the glitzy world of sports talk radio, where mega-contracts make headlines and charismatic hosts dominate the airwaves, there is an unsung pioneer whose name rarely echoes through the halls of fame. As Tom Brady secured an industry-leading $375 million

Why Franklin, Washington And Lincoln Considered American Democracy An ‘Experiment’

From the time of the founding era to the present day, one of the more common things said about American democracy is that it is an “experiment.” Most people can readily intuit what the term is meant to convey, but

Black Entrepreneur to Open Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility in His Hometown of East St. Louis

Many may know Reggie D. for his tasty, delicious sauce line Pure Heat Gourmet Sauce, but he is now turning the dial a little bit and using his influence to target an issue in his hometown of East St. Louis,

‘Lord, Have Mercy!’ Jamie Foxx Returns to Spotlight at Critics Choice Celebration

In an emotional comeback, Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx took center stage at the Critics’ Choice Association’s Celebration of Cinema & Television on Monday, December 4, marking his first major Hollywood appearance since a medical emergency in April left him battling

Vice President Harris Makes History in Senate with 32nd Tie-Breaking Vote

On Tuesday, Dec. 5, Vice President Kamala Harris broke the previous record set by John C. Calhoun in the 19th century for the most tie-breaking votes cast in the U.S. Senate. Harris has now cast 32 tie-breaking votes, eclipsing Calhoun’s

‘Dictator’ Trump and Allies Forewarns Retaliatory Measures Against Media, Others in Potential Second Term

On the far-right wing Steve Bannon’s podcast, a former Donald Trump ally, Kash Patel, who served in the Justice Department and held key positions in the Defense Department and National Security Council, made it clear that if the former president

Congressional Leaders Advocate for Rosa Parks Day Federal Holiday

As the nation approaches the 68th anniversary of Rosa Parks’ historic arrest, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell of Alabama’s 7th District, along with Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chairman Steven Horsford and Representative Joyce Beatty, held a press conference on Capitol Hill

Black Non-Profit in North Carolina Takes Steps to Meaningful Change by Donating Socks to Local Schools

Straight Talk Support Group, a community-based organization, widely known as STSG, provides support group resources for families and friends of an incarcerated loved one and transitional housing for justice-involved individuals. In true alignment with STSG’s motto, Serving to See Greatness,

Native American mothers whose children have been separated from them experience a raw and ongoing grief that has no end

Native American mothers whose children were separated from them – either through child removal for assimilation into residential boarding schools or through coerced adoption – experience the kind of grief no parent should ever feel. Yet theirs is a loss

A Year of Political Fireworks: Trump’s Legal Odyssey, GOP Infighting, and Congressional Expulsion

In a rollercoaster year of political drama, 2023 unfolded with Republicans engaged in a high-stakes power struggle, setting the stage for a cascade of events that would rock the political landscape. The year kicked off with a heavyweight bout within

Texas Democrats Urge DOJ Intervention as ‘Operation Lonestar’ Faces Increased Scrutiny

Congress members Jasmine Crockett and Greg Casar, alongside fellow Texas Democratic Reps. Colin Allred, Joaquin Castro, Lloyd Doggett, Veronica Escobar, Lizzie Fletcher, Sylvia Garcia, Vincente Gonzalez, Al Green, Sheila Jackson Lee, and Marc Veasey, have penned a letter to Attorney

Trailblazing Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor Passes Away at 93

Sandra Day O’Connor, the trailblazing legal luminary who shattered the glass ceiling as the first female Supreme Court justice, breathed her last on Friday morning in Phoenix, Arizona. She was 93. The icon’s battle with dementia was disclosed to the

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Biden-Harris Administration Advances Ambitious Plan to Eliminate Lead Exposure

In its effort toward creating safer communities, the Biden-Harris Administration said it is actively addressing the pervasive issue of lead exposure, with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unveiling a proposal to fortify the Lead and Copper Rule, identified as a

US Food Insecurity Surveys Aren’t Getting Accurate Data Regarding Latino Families

The federal government has conducted the U.S. Household Food Security Survey Module for more than 25 years. The data collected annually from about 50,000 U.S. households helps form estimates of the scale of food insecurity – not having access to

The Financial Literacy Gender Gap − And Older Women Are Eager For Education

Every day, families across the U.S. have to make difficult decisions about budgeting, spending, insurance, investments, savings, retirement and on and on. When faced with these choices, financial literacy – that is, knowing how to make informed decisions about money

Edward Blum’s Crusade Against Affirmative Action Used Legal Strategy Developed By Civil Rights Activists

Few people have been more associated with rolling back modern-day civil rights laws than Edward Blum, the former stockbroker who has successfully challenged many affirmative action and voting rights laws. Blum has no formal legal training. He, in fact, refers

Henry Kissinger’s bombing campaign likely killed hundreds of thousands of Cambodians

Henry Kissinger, who died on Nov. 29, 2023 at the age of 100, stood as a colossus of U.S. foreign policy. His influence on American politics lasted long beyond his eight-year stint guiding the Nixon and Ford administrations as national

HBCU Grad Becomes International Finalist For His Book, “Mission Possible: How to Graduate From College Debt-Free”

Dr. Juan P. Chisholm, author of Investitude and How to Make Your Past, A Blessing to Your Future is now a Finalist for the International Book Awards in the “Young Adult: Non-Fiction” category for his award-winning book, Mission Possible: How

Last-Minute Effort to Rescue Controversial Surveillance Program Sparks Concerns

Bipartisan efforts are reportedly underway among US congressional leaders to salvage the controversial Section 702 surveillance program, with a last-minute provision possibly slipping into the crucial National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Private talks between Republican and Democratic leaders, leaking late

Judge Awards Aretha Franklin’s Property to Her Sons

A Michigan judge has allocated properties owned by the late legendary soul singer Aretha Franklin to her sons based on a 2014 handwritten will discovered between couch cushions. The decision came after a jury in the Detroit area affirmed the

Officials Find Encouraging Surge in Life Expectancy Among Black Americans

The latest findings on life expectancy in the United States from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) underscored a noteworthy upswing for the African American population in 2022. With the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic continuing, the NCHS has

Former GOP Rep Calls Trump ‘The Most Dangerous’ President Ever

Donald Trump is “the most dangerous man ever to inhabit the Oval Office,” and a large swath of Republicans have proven that they’re nothing more than enablers and collaborators willing to “violate their oath to the Constitution out of political

California Students to Receive Media Literacy Classes Under New Law

California has enacted a law mandating the inclusion of media literacy education in the K–12 curriculum, which state officials called a proactive approach to address the growing challenge of misinformation. The legislation, known as Bill No. 873, received approval from

A Black History Primer on African Americans’ Fight for Equality – 5 Essential Reads

As the father of Black history, Carter G. Woodson had a simple goal – to legitimize the study of African American history and culture. To that end, in 1912, shortly after becoming the second African American after W.E.B. Du Bois

Biden’s Dance with the Black Press: A Forgotten Rhythm?

With his campaign flailing, then-presidential candidate Joe Biden knew his fate hinged on African Americans. Like many successful campaigns, political and otherwise, Biden looked to the Trusted Voice of Black America during what had become a critical, if not grave,

Vice President Harris Announces Commitments Exceeding $900 Million for the Women in the Sustainable Economy Initiative

Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday announced the Women in the Sustainable Economy (WISE) Initiative, which the White House says supports the 2023 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) theme of “Creating a Resilient and Sustainable Future for All.” Its goal is

Flurry of Lawsuits Under Adult Survivors Act Roils Entertainment and Political Circles

The clock struck midnight on the New York Adult Survivors of Sexual Assault statute, a law that opened a one year window for accusers to file a lawsuit against their alleged abusers. And when it was all said and done,

From Towels to Grand Pianos Survey Reveals Daring Hotel Heists and National Trends

The hotel industry is in the middle of a busy holiday season as 2023 draws to a close, thanks to increased business travel and a consistent preference among corporate and leisure travelers for hotel accommodations. The results of a recent

Thanksgiving stories gloss over the history of US settlement on Native lands

Too often, K-12 social studies classes in the U.S. teach a mostly glossed-over story of U.S. settlement. Textbooks tell the stories of adventurous European explorers founding colonies in the “New World,” and stories of the “first Thanksgiving” frequently portray happy

Students Leaders Value the Economic Liberation of Africa and Africans in the Diaspora

A Greater Diversity News exclusive (GDN) Part I of a multi-part series By Peter Grear   Recently, GDN had the privilege and opportunity to interview Emeka Ogbatue. He is a Junior at CAL pursuing his communications degree, with an emphasis

Funeral Services Planned for Wilmington Ten Member, James ‘Bun’ McKoy

Funeral services for James “Bun” McKoy, a member of the civil rights and political prisoner group The Wilmington Ten, were held on Friday, Nov. 17. McKoy died on November 10th, at the age of 69. The cause of death was

Thanksgiving sides are delicious and can be nutritious − how to maximize the benefits

While people usually think first about the turkey or the ham during holiday meals, the sides are what help balance your plate. Colorful vegetables like green beans, collard greens, roasted carrots and mashed sweet potatoes are loaded with important micronutrients.

Clark Atlanta University Makes History as the First HBCU with a Media Sales, Operations & Marketing Curriculum

CAU Provost, Dr. Charlene Gilbert, Gray TV CEO, Hilton H. Howell, Jr., Gray TV VP/GM of WANF -TV Erik Schrader, MSD Developers, Dana and Jeffrey P. Myers and CAU School of Business Dean, Dr. Silvanus Udoka Nationwide — For the

Reactions Pour in Following the Passing of Rosalynn Carter, Former First Lady and Global Humanitarian

In a wave of condolences, political leaders and public figures expressed their grief and admiration for the late Rosalynn Carter, former first lady and tireless advocate for various social issues. President Joe Biden, visibly moved, shared his sentiments with reporters

Trump’s Role in Capitol Riot Takes Center Stage at D.C. Trial

As former President Donald Trump gears up to face a District of Columbia jury on charges related to his alleged efforts to subvert the 2020 election, the battle over whether the chaos and violence that unfolded at the Capitol on

Education Department Unveils Disturbing Disparities in Pandemic-Era Schooling

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) of the U.S. Department of Education has released a wealth of data from the 2020–21 school year in a revealing exposé that reveals significant disparities in education access that the coronavirus pandemic challenges have

HBCU Grad Makes History as First Black President of the Academy of Physicians in Clinical Research (APCR)

Dr. Leonard Weather, Jr, RPh, MD, FAPCR a New Orleans and Shreveport, LA distinguished gynecologist was recently elected President of the Academy of Physicians in Clinical Research (APCR). Dr. Weather assumes the role of the first African American to hold

Unthanksgiving Day: A celebration of Indigenous resistance to colonialism, held yearly at Alcatraz

Each year on the fourth Thursday of November, when many people start to take stock of the marathon day of cooking ahead, Indigenous people from diverse tribes and nations gather at sunrise in San Francisco Bay. Their gathering is meant

Award-Winning Group Take 6 and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Partner to Impact Children and Families

St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital is proud to announce the addition of 10x Grammy-winning group TAKE 6 to its Music Gives to St. Jude’s Kids, which provides a platform for music lovers to connect their passion for music to the

T.I. and Tiny Open Their First Affordable Housing Complex in Atlanta

Atlanta rapper T.I., alongside his wife Tiny, graced the ribbon-cutting ceremony of their inaugural affordable housing development on Tuesday. This newly unveiled project encompasses 143 apartments, with an additional 25 units dedicated to accommodating homeless youth. The Intrada Westside, situated

Ethics Committee Unanimously Recommends DOJ Investigation into GOP Rep. George Santos

The Committee on Ethics of the U.S. House of Representatives voted unanimously to adopt a damning report outlining a series of serious allegations against New York Republican George Santos. GOP Rep. Michael Guest of Mississippi, who served as the committee’s

Let Cultural Flags Fly High Over Campus

Flying a flag is not a performative gesture, it is effective speech. Whether you’re at a sporting event, protest, festival or government property, flying a flag is one way people use speech to declare personal autonomy and voice support. At

2024 Election: Will America Choose Fascism or Freedom?

If Americans re-elect Donald Trump in 2024, it will get what it deserves. The problem is that it is not just the Trump supporters who will suffer…we all will. It is a cliche, but when someone tells you who they

Honorable Discharges for 110 Buffalo Soldiers Convicted in Aftermath of 1917 Houston Riots

Army Secretary Christine Wormuth formally gave the greenlight to overturn the court-martial convictions of 110 Black soldiers from the 3rd Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment, popularly known as the Buffalo Soldiers. The Army said in a news release that officials made