Little Known Black History Fact – The Tuskegee Airmen are Deeply Connected to Memorial Day through Their Courageous Service
Memorial Day is one of the federal holidays in the United States for honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. The Tuskegee Airmen are deeply connected to Memorial Day through their courageous service,...
HBCU Corner – Morehouse College Welcomes Alum, Dr. F. DuBois Bowman, as Its 13th President
Morehouse College has officially named Dr. F. DuBois Bowman as its 13th president, marking a homecoming for a distinguished leader and proud alumnus. The appointment was announced by the Morehouse Board of Trustees and becomes effective July 15, 2025.Dr. Bowman, a...
The Armor of God
What does the ARMOR OF GOD mean? It represents the defense we must take in our spiritual lives to ward off the attacks of Satan, the Devil, the Enemy, whatever you want to call him. Now, since he is not of flesh and blood (even though he may use people to do his dirty...
Wellness Check – 7 Ways to Manage Work Stress
A study by the World Health Organization (WHO) found that people who work 55 or more hours per week are at greater risk of dying from strokes or heart disease.Study participants had an estimated 35 percent higher risk of a stroke and a 17 percent higher risk of dying...
Little Known Black History Fact – Alonzo Herndon: From Slavery to Atlanta’s First Black Millionaire
He began life as a slave but, at 47, Alonzo Herndon started the company that became one of America’s most successful black-owned businesses. Alonzo Franklin Herndon was born in Social Circle, the son of a black mother and a white owner. With just a year of formal...
HBCU Corner – NBA Legend Makes Huge Donation for 100th HBCU Anniversary
Earvin “Magic” Johnson Jr. is an American businessman and former professional basketball player. Often regarded as the greatest point guard of all time, Johnson spent his entire career with the Los Angeles Lakers in the National Basketball Association. Well, this NBA...
Wellness Check – Workout Playlist: Just Good Vibes, Volume 1
Finding it hard to get motivated to work out? Try our latest workout playlist that will not only get you up and moving but will keep the good vibes going all day. READ MORE
Little Known Black History Fact – Maggie Lena Walker: First Female Bank Owner in U.S.
"First we need a savings bank. Let us put our moneys together; let us use our moneys; let us put our money out at usury among ourselves, and reap the benefit ourselves. Let us have a bank that will take the nickels and turn them into dollars."-Maggie Lena WalkerAt the...
HBCU Corner – Taraji P. Henson Speaks on Unity and Healing at Spelman Commencement
Hollywood icon Taraji P. Henson brought heartfelt wisdom and cultural resonance to the 2025 HBCU graduation ceremony of Spelman College in Atlanta Sunday, delivering a keynote speech that deeply moved the audience of graduates, families, and faculty. As an...
Wellness Check – Are You Getting Good Fat?
For decades, eating fat was considered a no-no. But in recent years, researchers have found that certain kinds of fat are good, even necessary, for healthy organ and brain function.There are many ways to get more good fat into your diet. Here are some you should...