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These 5 tips are to help people embrace Mother’s Day by nurturing the memory of their mother’s spirit, even though  they no longer have her physical presence.   My Mom transitioned to the spiritual realm twelve years ago and each year I seek solutions to coping with the emotions of Mother’s day.  This year it […]

Radio Facts, the leading urban industry trade site, has announced the Top 30 Black Women in Media winners! Radio One founder Cathy Hughes came in at number two, right behind media titan Oprah Winfrey. As the first black woman to own a publicly traded radio chain, Hughes is deserving of this honor. Also, Radio One […]

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Christina Norman, head of the four-month old Oprah Winfrey Network, has been dismissed. According to the NY Times, Peter Liguori, the chief operating officer for Discovery Communications, will take over the channel on an interim basis. Mr. Ligouri’s appointment is effective immediately and will likely last into the fall, if not longer. 25 Women To […]

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Do you know the love which surpasses all else? A true lover holds nothing back but gives the best that can be offered, even everything in their possession for the beloved. God proved his love for us by giving us the best he had to offer – his only begotten Son who freely gave himself […]

Elev8 Health

As we head to barbecuing and picnic season, we must keep safety in mind. You can reduce your risk of becoming infected with foodborne illness. Do not eat raw or undercooked meat, including hamburgers, poultry, and seafood, and do not drink raw milk or eat products made from raw milk. Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables […]

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“Jumping The Broom” actress Angela Bassett has confirmed rumors that the entire cast will be reuniting for a sequel to the 1995 film “Waiting To Exhale.” Bassett appeared on “The Talk” yesterday and said: “It’s preliminary but it’s going to happen, Waiting to Exhale 2.” “She (McMillan) wrote Getting to Happy and she’s written the […]

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Everyone’s favorite sisters Tia & Tamera are back with a new reality show, “Tia & Tamera Take 2.”The new reality show will follow the two sisters as Tamera Mowry gears up for her wedding and marriage to Adam Housley and Tia Mowry gets ready to give birth to her first baby with husband Cory Hardrict. […]

Music

The Blind Boys of Alabama are a gospel group from Alabama that first formed at the Alabama Institute for the Negro Blind at Talladega, Alabama in 1939. The three main vocalists of the group and their drummer/percussionist are all blind. As of 2010, The Blind Boys of Alabama continue to tour nationally and internationally, with […]

Elev8 Health

Does your Mom need some pampering for Mother’s Day?  Pampering your mother will nurture her overall well-being toward optimum health. Here are 4 Mother’s Day pampering gift ideas with healthy benefits. Affirmation For Mothers: I Am Fulfilling The Greatest Calling In The Universe 1. Manicure: Letting Mom relax while her nails are buffed and polished […]

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Tim Brown was ready to retire from the NFL at the age of 30. He had abandoned his Christian upbringing to the point that he literally couldn’t look himself in the mirror any longer, causing him to brush his teeth in the dark. What Am I Really Doing With My Life? According to the Times […]

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Al Qaeda released a statement on jihadist web forums Friday confirming the death of Osama bin Laden and threatening to retaliate against the United States over the death of their leader, according to SITE Intelligence Group. The statement threatened to take action against the U.S., and urged Pakistanis to “rise up and revolt.” Bin Laden’s […]