BREATHE: Helping Black Women Cope with the Real Challenge of Being Superwoman
It's no secret that black women face an inordinate amount of challenges in society. Just as obvious is the effect on their overall physical,...
Nicholas Kristof on 'Half the Sky,' Impact of Women on Development
As a storyteller—in his journalism as well as in his books—it would be unfitting if Nicholas Kristof, a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times columnist, had...
Mandela Hospitalized Again, ‘Responding Positively’ to Treatment
BBC Africa is reporting that former South African President Nelson Mandela has been hospitalized for a recurring lung infection. The office of the presidency...
Multiple Sclerosis: Activist Lisa McRipley Raises Awareness & Funds with Hustle-a-thon
MS Activist and National MS Society Michigan Chapter Trustee Lisa McRipley is sponsoring M² S² – the Inaugural Mighty Multiple Sclerosis Slide: A Hustle-a-thon...
Nassali Kiggundu: Fashion Fair's Fresh New Face
Nsenga K. Burton (Editor-in-Chief of TheBurtonWire.com), editor-at-large for TheRoot.com, had the opportunity to chat with Nassali Kiggundu, Fashion Fair Cosmetics' new face for their...
Brandon Marshall Signs Extension and Pledges $1M to Fight Mental Health
Chicago Bears wide received Brandon Marshall has signed a $30 million contract extension with the Chicago Bears. Marshall, who says he "may" retire as...
30 Under 30: Africa's Best Young Entrepreneurs
Writing for Forbes.com, contributor Mfonobong Nsehe pulled together a list of 30 African entrepreneurs under the age of 30. Nsehe enlisted a panel of...
World AIDS Day: Are You HIV AWARE? Take Quiz and Find Out
Today is World AIDS Day. World AIDS Day is held on December 1 each year and is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite...
ESPY Awards Must-See: Stuart Scott’s Award Speech
ESPN Broadcaster Stuart Scott is the recipient of the 2014 Jimmy V Perseverance Award. Named for legendary North Carolina State basketball coach Jim Valvano...
Earvin 'Magic' Johnson Lauded for Business Success
by Christopher A. Daniel
(December 5, 2012 - Atlanta) On December 1, the retired Los Angeles Laker and business visionary Earvin 'Magic' Johnson was awarded...
