February 23, 2025 The 2025 Black History Month (BHM) theme is “African Americans and Labor.” It is impossible to honor this theme without acknowledging the tremendous labors of the Black…
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The Next French Riviera? Trump’s Gaza Proposal Is an Insult, Not a Solution
By Congressman Troy Carter The next French Riviera? Really? What about the people of Gaza? What about a two-state solution? What about decency? What about humanity? Donald Trump’s suggestion that…
Ensuring we all feel safe and are stably employed
by Arthur Hunter, Jr. Ever since the 9/11 terrorist attacks that took down the World Trade towers in New York, cities been more aware that these tragedies can happen anywhere.…
New Orleans, Race, and Media Bias
By Theo Lamont The tragic terror attack in New Orleans not only claimed lives but exposed deep flaws in our city’s preparation, response, and societal dynamics. It revealed systemic failures…
How Your Blood Sugar Levels Cause Food Cravings
by Thomas Rutledge Ph.D. Metabolic biology meets food psychology. Key points For tens of millions of Americans, food cravings are a frequent or even daily experience. Defined as “an intense…
Can Black Leadership and Our Rich Culture Survive and Thrive in a New NOLA?
By Otis Tucker New Orleans, a city renowned for its music, cuisine, and vibrant cultural history, is undergoing major changes. Whether those changes are good or bad depends on who…
Why You’ve Got to Have Faith
Believing in something bigger than yourself can be good for your mental health. By Daniel Fryer M.Sc., MBSCH Key points Do you consider yourself religious or spiritual? Do you believe…
The Secret Ingredient That Keeps the Flame Alive
Laughter is the language of the soul. Here’s how it can strengthen your bond. By Mark Travers Ph.D. Key points We often focus on serious qualities—like commitment, compatibility, and compromise—that…
Holiday Eating Guide for People with Diabetes and Heart Disease
By Dr. Eric Washington Importance of the Holiday Eating Guide Chart for People with Diabetes and Heart Disease The holiday season is often synonymous with indulgence, from rich meals to…
Complaining Won’t Change the World, But Your Actions Can
From complaints to contributions: Embracing the change you’re meant to make. By Susanna Wu-Pong Calvert Ph.D., MAPP, RPh Key points A Question of Focus Have you ever caught yourself endlessly…