Black men face many more health hurdles
An expert discusses why. Story by Steven Petrow Black men face many more health hurdles. Social epidemiologist Roland Thorpe Jr. is on a double mission: to improve the health and extend the…
The Power and the Beauty of Illuminated Ignorance
I don’t know; therefore, I am? How to make your ignorance serve you well. By Guy P. Harrison KEY POINTS Half empty or half full? The human brain is magnificent…
Why can’t white America leave Black children’s hair alone?
Opinion by Tayo Bero A Texas court is set to decide next month if one of its school districts can continue to punish a Black teenager for refusing to cut…
Louisiana Should Execute by Guillotine
Executions Are Back On The Table I don’t understand why there’s no guillotine. Really, I just don’t. I mean if the Governor of Louisiana, Jeff Landry, is going to start…
From Second Line Sizzle to Simmering Love
Navigating Fiery Conflict in NOLA Relationships New Orleans love burns bright, like a second-line parade pulsing with brass and struts. But beneath the vibrant surface, some stories simmer with volatility,…
How to Get to Where You Want to Be
The Bridge of Pebbles A Personal Perspective: Making big changes in our lives starts with small steps. by Phil Stark, AMFT People often come to talk therapy because they have found themselves…
Louisiana finally adopted second Black Congressional district
With a gun to their heads, the Louisiana legislature finally redrew the state’s Congressional map. African Americans comprise over 33% of the population. Now Louisiana finally has a second Black…
Black national anthem to be performed at Super Bowl LVIII
Stirs debate on social media Story by Ryan Gaydos The NFL announced its pregame lineup for Super Bowl LVIII earlier this week and the league drew criticism over its intentions to have…
Dr. Webster Sues the Inspector General
Dr. Kyshun Webster Slaps His Detractors with a Federal Lawsuit I filed a federal lawsuit against OIG Inspector General Mr. Edward Michel for tarnishing my name and potentially damaging my…
Why We Mishear Each Other So Often
By Roger Kreuz Ph.D. The research on “eggcorns” and why they’re so persistent. KEY POINTS Sometimes it’s the language that’s at fault “Pass mustard.” “Taken for granite.” “Flaw in the…