How to Survive Risky Heat Waves
When temperatures hit 100 degrees, experts warn people to avoid heat stroke or even death by drinking lots of water and staying cool as much as possible.
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Byline: Fierce Staff
Saving Our Girls
Black girls are being subjected to disproportionately high disciplinary rates and other threats to their self-esteem, their physical well-being and their future. “We are in a battle for the souls of Black girls,” one expert warns.
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Monique Greenwood “Checks Inn” to OWN With Akwaaba Empire
Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns is the most successful B&B business on the East Coast, and...
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Reliving Anita Hill’s Impact on Sex, Race and Gender
For many women, Kerry Washington’s true gladiator role is serving as co-executive producer of...
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To Be Young, Gifted and Black Like Nina Simone
In “Nina Simone’s Face,” Ta-Nehesi Coates goes to the heart of the debate over the casting of Zoë...
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Inequality Is an Underlying COVID-19 Risk Factor
African Americans are still contracting the coronavirus. During the height of the pandemic, we contracted COVID-19 at an alarming rate, accounting for up to 70% of deaths in some areas. Dr. Melissa Clarke is among the physicians who have been at the forefront of keeping us healthy on her own and as a member of the Black Coalition Against COVID. Click here to read more.
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