Zinc is a vital nutrient that the body needs to complete several functions. Although the body only needs small amounts to perform, it is needed for almost 100 enzymes to carry out chemical reactions. How to Get ZincThere are several foods that are rich in zinc, which...

Mardi Gras, which means Fat Tuesday in French, is largely associated with New Orleans in the United States, although it originally began in the U.S. in the city of Mobile, Ala. The annual celebration that predates the Lent season is held globally, however, keeping...

Rodney P. Mason Jr., an alumnus of Alabama A&M University, has been honored with the title of King Zulu for the 2025 Krewe of Zulu Mardi Gras Parade. More than 700 Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club members, a historic organization founded in 1909, voted Mason...

Some days, we wake up on the wrong side of the bed. Then it’s all downhill from there. If you’ve experienced this, then you know that how you start your morning determines how your day will progress. Gentle stretching and deep breathing are an excellent way to ground...

LorraineHansberry was a history-making playwright and author who became the first Black woman to have a play produced on Broadway. Hansberry’s most famous work, “A Raisin In The Sun” remains one of the best known plays ever written by a Black female playwright....

Benedict College in Columbia, South Carolina, has joined the national campaign to end period poverty. Many women and girls experience period poverty and are unable to purchase the menstrual products they need, causing some to stay home from school and work. The...

The journey from listing your home for sale to putting up the 'Sold' sign can be exhilarating. But what comes next? When you sell your home, you might have a significant financial gain, and understanding the tax implications is crucial. If you're single or married...

When many people think about "dancing," what comes to mind is a secular activity that people do to have fun and express themselves at nightclubs and parties. But dancing is also done to celebrate and worship God. One of the most famous people in the Bible who danced...

When many people think about "dancing", what comes to mind is a secular activity that people do to have fun and express themselves at nightclubs and parties.  But dancing is also done to celebrate and worship God.  One of the most famous people in the bible...

With all that is going on in the world, it is not surprising that many of us are fatigued and drained both physically and mentally. Our culture of constant stimulation and non-stop engagement is not good for our health. Now is the time to disconnect, breathe and...