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Langston Hughes’ ‘Black Nativity’ is still a pillar of African American theater
‘Black Nativity’ may be different each time you see it − and that’s exactly what the playwright had in mind.
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Retailers that make returning harder face backlash from customers
Even those consumers who said they usually don’t return any products often reacted negatively during an experiment that simulated what happens when shoppers face stricter rules.
Lawmakers urge President Biden to finalize Equal Rights Amendment
As President Joe Biden’s tenure ends, a coalition of more than 100 House Democrats has urged the administration to ratify and publish the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as the 28th amendment to the United States Constitution. The lawmakers claim that Biden’s actions will advance gender equality and defend constitutional rights, particularly as the country prepares…
How to get your beauty maintenance before the New Year
The countdown to the New Year is on, and as we prepare to welcome 2025, it’s the perfect time to refresh, recharge, and revamp your beauty routine. This is the season of celebrating, setting intentions, and stepping into the new year as your most radiant self. But before you pop the champagne, make sure your…
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Supreme Court’s considerations on gender-affirming care for children
The Supreme Court’s decision about a Tennessee law banning gender-affirming medical care for trans youth will determine how strongly the equal protection clause protects trans people.
Op-Ed: The Cup of Wrath
By Eli PlaskettA technical journalist with a local Cincinnati publishing company This week, with a black-humored sigh of relief, millions of people have bitterly mocked the murder of…
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Meditation can reduce stress – but the pressure to overwork remains
Mindfulness – meant to support health and detachment – is becoming a tool to support the…
Recalling positive holiday memories can help patients with memory loss
Asking loved ones with memory problems to discuss holiday memories can help them retrieve some memories,…
Giving birth shouldn’t be a nightmare for Black women
By Anissa Durham, Word In Black, BlackPressUSA At 40 weeks pregnant, Georgina Dukes-Harris drove to…
Walking pneumonia cases impacting children and African Americans
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports a surge in Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections—commonly called…
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Bengals playoff hopes remain alive, silent Reds
While the Bengals might have a losing record, they certainly put together the most entertaining games week after week. 37 points for Cincinnati, 10 combined turnovers, and 25 combined penalties – but hey, the playoff hopes are alive. What exactly is…
Bengal defense will need upgrade
If the Bengals didn’t have a high powered offense that can score on any team…
Are NFL quarterbacks worth their high salaries?
By Jill Jaracz It’s a lucrative time to be an NFL quarterback. Teams are spending big…
Cincinnati’s own Dave Parker elected to National Baseball Hall of Fame
Former Cincinnati Reds’ right fielder Dave Parker has been elected to the National Baseball…
Beacon & TriHealth Holiday Hardwood Classic
By Cresta Lewiscresta@cristofolikeeling.com Event Details: Date: Friday, December 27 and Saturday, December 28 Location: Xavier University’s…
On life support… Bengals alive
For the first time in over a month the Bengals won a football game. When…