Has the narrative of poverty been so interwoven with images of blackness for so long that we have forgotten that white Americans are poor, too? SEE ALSO: Is Unconditional Love A Lie? TheRoot published an article recently that says the national conversation around poverty has been discussed as if its just a black issue. White […]
A contestant on TLC’s “Next Great Baker,” Sgt. Wesley Durden, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound after production wrapped in October.
Mary J. Blige’s hair is almost as identifiable as her voice. Whether she’s rocking a blonde bob, a feathered flip, a regal bun or a sleek ponytail, her ever-changing style remained oh-so-Mary and never looked out of place. Here, her celebrity fans, from Keri Hilson to Raven Symone, pick the ‘do they like to see […]
Men tend to get all of the credit for everything, especially the Civil Rights Movement. While Dr. Martin L. King Jr. and Malcolm X are known as the faces of the movement, black history is brimming with women whose contributions are equally noteworthy. Here’s our list of black women who helped to advance the race […]
Lower marriage rates among Back people has nothing to do with race, and everything to do with educational and income disparities between races, new research indicates.
As 2011 draws to a close and we prepare to move into 2012, Praise 102.5 takes a look back at some of the most monumental events of the year. From Osama bin Laden’s death and the Eddie Long scandal, to Beyonce’s pregnancy and Oprah’s retirement, 2011 was definitely a memorable year. Check out some major […]
Hosea Feed the Hungry & Homeless is in a new location this year for Christmas day! They are serving those in need at the Georgia World Congress Center, located at 285 Andrew Young International Blvd., Atlanta, GA, 404-223-4300. HFTH is still in great need of donations to be sure they can feed as many of […]
With a quality pair of winter boots, your feet can stay happy through even the most frigid of storms. Look for thick fabrics, soles with good traction, and built-in insulation (like shearling or faux-socks)! Here are 5 boots perfect for winter for under $80! Buckled High Heel Ankle Boots Forever21, $36.80 T-Ready Set Go Heel […]
In 2005 when he as a rookie for the Cleveland Browns, wide receiver Braylon Edwards told 100 8th graders in Cleveland, that if they met certain requirements, he would pay them each $10,000 dollars to go to college. Amazingly, 79 of those 100 8th graders fulfilled those requirements and Edwards has followed through on his […]
As much as we would prefer not to discuss it, skin tone complications of the past still afflict the psyche of present-day America, according to an article by TheGrio. And, to be sure, the studies the article cites don’t isolate the issue to the black community alone. Rather, the studies report that the issue is […]
“Real Housewives of Atlanta’s” NeNe Leakes has scored a role on the hit musical show “Glee.” The reality show star who never shies away from drama will not have to step too far out of her comfort zone for her new character. She will play synchronized swim coach Roz Washington, rival to cheerleading coach Sue […]
Nicole Murphy is out $7 million from her divorce settlement after an investor she trusted conned, cheated and stole from her. Troy David Stratos, 45, was arrested yesterday and charged with 14 charges of fraud, money laundering and obstructing justice. The SF Gate is reporting that Stratos convinced Murphy to invest her divorce proceeds overseas, […]