A first-time yoga class left the author feeling frustrated and unsure, but she was encouraged by the teacher to keep trying and have faith in her efforts, which reminded her of Hebrews 11:6.
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A Dream Fulfilled
By Lynn Pearcey Introduction Jungles are home to an assortment of inhabitants: some we know well, some we just met, others we have yet to meet, and to be honest […]
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Brittney Griner Reveals Harrowing Russia Experience, Life After Release in New Book
By ReShonda Tate Originally appeared in Word in Black Griner talks focusing on mental health, advocacy, and life after detainment in her new book. Brittney Griner, the perennial WNBA All-Star, […]
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Dade Phelan directs House leaders to revisit vouchers, property taxes in the next legislative session
Dade Phelan directs House leaders to revisit vouchers, property taxes in the next legislative session By Joshua Fechter and Robert Downen, The Texas Tribune May 8, 2024 “Dade Phelan directs […]
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Medgar Evers, Rep. Clyburn, Among Nineteen Honored with Presidential Medal of Freedom
By Stacy M. Brown Originally appeared in NNPA President Joe Biden will award 19 individuals the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor. Civil rights icon Medgar Wiley […]
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Black College-Bound High School Seniors Face New Post-DEI Hurdles
By Aswad Walker Originally appeared in Word in Black With states from sea to shining sea enacting laws to ban Diversity, Equity and Inclusion offices, and the SCOTUS overturning of […]
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American Cancer Society Launches Largest-ever Study to Probe Disparities in Cancer Outcomes for Black Women
The American Cancer Society has launched the VOICES of Black Women study to investigate the disparities in cancer survival rates among Black women, aiming to enroll over 100,000 Black women aged 25 to 55 to examine the impact of medical history, lifestyle factors, and experiences of racism on cancer risk and mortality.
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“Texas Prisoners Are Being Cooked to Death”
A lawsuit has been filed by attorneys on behalf of all prisoners in units without air conditioning, demanding a federal judge to declare the stifling conditions constitute cruel and unusual punishment and set 85 degrees as the maximum temperature for state-run prisons.
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Impact Ventures Launches Community Micro Equity Fund Supported by PNC Foundation $500,000 Grant
DALLAS, May 6, 2024 – Impact Ventures has received a half-million-dollar grant from the PNC Foundation to create the PNC Community Micro Equity Fund, which is designed to help connect […]
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For Our Champion
James A. Washington, Publisher Emeritus of the Dallas Weekly, passed away on February 1, 2019, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to the Black Press and small Black businesses, and inspiring countless individuals with his kindness, wisdom, and encouragement.
