Grammy-winning musician an singer, Lizzo. (Photo/TheMichiganChronicle.com) By Sherri Kolade The Michigan Chronicle Lizzo’s larger-than-life personality is not immune to hurts and disappointments. Despite her confidence and out-of-this-world vocals, she has had to up her boundaries and is doing it takes grace and space, ESSENCE Magazine. The Grammy-winning musician, who advocates for body confidence, recently partnered […]
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Dr. Ruth J. K. Pratt’s latest landmark: 100 years young
Dr. Ruth J.K. Pratt is celebrating her 100th birthday. (Courtesy photo) By Jannette J. Witmyer Special to the AFRO Dr. Ruth J. K. Pratt is a force of nature. Throughout her life, she has worked towards making her mark by achieving lofty goals and remarkable accomplishments. Now, she’s greeting the arrival of her 100th birthday, […]
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Sparked by pandemic fallout, homeschooling surges across US
Arlena Brown, center, holds her youngest child, Lucy, 9 months, as she leads their other children, from left, Jacoby, 11; Felicity, 9, and Riley, 10, through math practice at their home in Austin, Texas, Tuesday, July 13, 2021. Arlena worked as a preschool teacher before the pandemic. “In the beginning, the biggest challenge was to […]
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Seniors can protect health, finances during pandemic
Since the pandemic began, there have been numerous resources available to help seniors stay safe and healthy. (Courtesy photo) By Ronnie Blair From the AFRO archives Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, health officials have been clear and consistent in their message to seniors: while anyone can fall victim to COVID-19, those who are 65 and older […]
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Former bodybuilder promotes wellness and mindfulness through online tea business
Paula Shaw owner of ‘Cured Tea Leaves’, and online tea company. (Courtesy Photo) By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member Msayles@afro.com Before Paula Shaw started her online tea business, she was a competitive bodybuilder, who dedicated herself to the sport to fend off generational health conditions, like diabetes, hypertension and heart […]
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Prepping summer skin after lockdown: Tips from a local aesthetician
Whitney James is an aesthetician at a luxury spa in the Hotel at the University of Maryland and shared tips for caring for the skin underneath your mask. (Courtesy photo) By Nadine Matthews Special to the AFRO The summer weather can be brutal on your skin, whether it’s dealing with summer acne, concerns about whether […]
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Researchers test ways to encourage healthier lifestyle in African-American men
African-American men are at risk for an earlier mortality than White men. The Active and Health Brotherhood (AHB) program is determined to aid in closing the gap. (Courtesy of unsplash) By Joy Franklin Men’s Health Network African Americans could expect to live 14.6 fewer years than White Americans in 1900 but the gap between the […]
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Kickoff Event: Om Outside – A Free Day of Yoga for the Public Inbox
(By fizkes_Shutterstock) OM OUTSIDE: A FREE DAY OF PUBLIC OUTDOOR YOGA ELLICOTT CITY, MARYLAND — The Om Collective, an online yoga and wellness studio, is hosting Om Outside, a day of free yoga for the public on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Mt. Ida, 3691 Sarahs Lane, Ellicott City, Maryland 21043, from 10:30 am until […]
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Ayesha Curry launches new lifestyle magazine for Black women
Ayesha Curry’s new lifestyle magazine called “Sweet July” also includes 22 mouth-watering recipes for readers to explore. (Courtesy of Black Health Matters) By Black Health Matters Ayesha Curry’s life just got a little bit sweeter with the official launch of Sweet July, her new lifestyle magazine for Black women. Curry revealed the premiere cover to People earlier this […]
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Kiki Shepard showed the world that Black is beautiful
Kiki Shepard was known for her professionalism, charisma and personality during her time hosting “Showtime at the Apollo.” (Photo courtesy of Kiki Shepard) By Percy Lovell Crawford Zenger News During the late 1980s, there were not many African-American women appearing as the face of a network television show. Those opportunities were even less abundant for […]
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Boardroom Salon for Men now offering executive services to Marylanders
Boardroom Salon for Men, a leader in the men’s grooming industry, expanded its services to Rockville, Md. (Courtesy photo) By Daryl Moore Special to the AFRO Boardroom Salon for Men marks its debut in the state of Maryland in Rockville in the Montrose Crossing Shopping Center. The sophisticated salon built a reputation of excellence by providing exceptional hair and […]
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Behavioral Health, the business of it, bringing it to the Black community
Dr. Charlayne Hayling-Williams, founding president of Community Wellness Ventures discussed behavioral health and the business behind it on the AFRO show, “Chicken Boxx.” (Screenshot) By Carl Thomas Special to the AFRO Behavioral health describes the connection between the health and well-being of the body and the mind. This can include a variety of areas – everything from eating […]