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Travel: Peeling back layers of history in Evora
The Chapel of Bones, at the Church of St. Francis, contains thousands of skulls and bones unearthed from various Evora churchyards.
Photo credit: Cathy Lu, Rick Steves' Europe.
The Pros and Cons of Cruising
Cruising might not be for everyone, but it's an economic, efficient, and popular of mode of travel in Europe and beyond.
Photo by Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves' Europe.
PEOPLE IN THE KNOW: FIERCE AND FABULOUS FEMME AUTO MECHANIC
NAME: Chaya M MilchteinBUSINESS: Mechanicshopfemme.com
POSITION: Owner/Blogger
CONTACT: Chaya@mechanicshopfemme.com
Tariffs on dry beans will negatively impact Michigan agriculture
LANSING, MI -- The Michigan Bean Shippers (MBS) and the Michigan Bean Commission today voiced deep concerns over new tariffs on U.S. dry beans by the European Union (EU). The EU recently levied a 25 percent tariff on all U.S. dry bean imports. The tariffs will have direct negative impacts on Michigan bean sellers and growers, which represents an important segment of Michigan's agricultural economy.
Read More Monday, June 25, 2018
June is Caribbean Heritage Month
Caribbean Heritage Month commemoration was adopted by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2005 to recognize the significance of Caribbean people and their descendants in the history and culture of the United States. The resolution passed the Senate in Feb. 2006 and President George H.W. Bush issued the proclamation in June 2006. Caribbean Heritage Month commemoration was adopted by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2005 to recognize the significance of Caribbean people and their descendants in the history and culture of the United States. The resolution passed the Senate in Feb. 2006 and President George H.W. Bush issued the proclamation in June 2006.
A New—Healthier—Era for Soul Food
Chef Amadeus, a celebrity chef from Jacksonville and host of the podcast radio show, The Southern Passion Lounge.
The Zen of Journaling
It's never too early to begin capturing travel experiences in a daily journal.
By Jennifer Davis, Rick Steves' Europe.
What's new in Italy for 2017
In Venice, only three "traghetti" (shuttle gondolas) still ferry voyagers across the Grand Canal from established stops, though you can always rent a gondola for your own private ride.
By Rick Steves, Rick Steves' Europe.
Beyond Havana: Cuba's Trinidad and Vinales
The Church of the Holy Trinity overlooks the main square in the quaint colonial town of Trinidad, Cuba.
Photo by Trish Feaster, Rick Steves' Europe
FOR MY HOME, MY HOMELAND
Cpl. Ali J. Mohammed, a Baghdad, Iraq native and a supply Marine with 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Central Command, stands in front of the painting an Iraqi flag while in Northern Iraq, Dec. 26, 2016. Mohammed, fluent in Arabic, has strengthened the partnership between SPMAGTF Marines and Iraqi military members by translating pertinent information to support their operations.
Study reveals best states for lovers
EAST LANSING, MI -- Is Virginia really for lovers? Other states may have something to say about that.
Mothers' lack of legal knowledge linked to juvenile re-offending
EAST LANSING, MI -- Youth who commit crimes for the first time are more likely to re-offend if their mothers don't participate in their legal process. Unfortunately, mothers are widely unfamiliar with the juvenile justice system – and those who know the least about the system also participate the least.
PET WORLD: How to handle a pet with diabetes
By Marc Morrone
Q: My nine-year-old cat was just diagnosed with diabetes. He was 16 pounds. Recently he lost three pounds. I am not giving him insulin shots. Is it possible to reverse the diabetes with diet alone? I'm giving him special food the vet has recommended. My question is will the diabetes be controlled enough with diet and no insulin? - Vincent Halstead, Hartford, CT
My Perspective: The Death of Fidel
By Ramze Suliman
The best way to get to know a person, a country or even a dictatorship is to come in without any preconceived notions. It sounds much easier than it is.
NATIONAL NEWS: Registration Officially Open for High School Poetry TeamsTo Enter Louder Than a Bomb Florida Poetry Festival
The Jason Taylor Foundation has officially opened on-line registration for its cutting edge youth poetry festival, Louder Than a Bomb Florida presented by Nova Southeastern University and UPS, it was announced today. Now in its third year, this highly anticipated event will take place from March 27 - April 8, 2017.
Read More Wednesday, November 30, 2016
RICK STEVES' EUROPE: European sweet treats
Baklava is the traditional queen of desserts in Turkey.
When dictators die, stability reigns
EAST LANSING, MI -- A dictator's death rarely leads to regime change, according to a new study that comes as a fifth of the world's authoritarian rulers are at least 70 years old and in various stages of declining health.
The Fatherhood Project: Wiza Phiri on Music, Culture and Parenting
Oftentimes, you can find 9-year-old Angel Travis in the studio with her father, Wiza Phiri, making music.
10 things to try for your next holiday
By VirtualTourist.com
Summer is almost over but that does not mean you cannot start planning for your next vacation.
Take the Golden Gate Ferry, San Francisco, Calif.
August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month
Mishael Freeman, 2-years-old and 7 months; Clara Freeman, 11-years-old; Daro Freeman, 8-years-old; Iris Freeman 17 months and their mother, Claretta Duckett-Freeman and Vickie Freeman, 9-years-old on the Capitol . All of the children have been breastfed.
How incivility spreads in the workplace
EAST LANSING, MI --Condescending comments, put-downs and sarcasm have become commonplace in the politically charged workplace, and a new study co-authored by a Michigan State University business scholar shows how this incivility may be spreading.
Travel: Heart in Havana
By Angela Fossi
TNCP Community Writer
For as long as I can remember, Cuba was so close to my heart, but so far way.
Why Clinton and Trump backers don't mix
EAST LANSING, MI -- Living around people with opposing political viewpoints affects your ability to form close relationships and accept other perspectives -- and may even change your personality, finds a national study led by a Michigan State University scholar.
Traveling Europe: Appreciating Dutch Cliches
Holland's whirring windmills harness wind energy to pump excess water into canals.
The Keyzer Chronicles!: Why Black Lives Matter
By Aleshia Keyzer
I'm surprised my tongue is still attached after how hard I have been biting it this past week. When events occur that rock the nation, such as the events that have taken place this past week, I plead with myself to stay off of social media.
Nobody's Perfect, But That Doesn't Mean Your Credit Can't Be!
By Porsche Miles Grant
You may be wondering if it's possible to get a perfect credit score, and how many people actually have perfect credit. However, it is not impossible to obtain a perfect credit score.
Virtual Tourist: 5 Must-See Musical Cities
By Virtual Tourist
If you love music and you love to travel, then you'll want to check out this list of the five Must-See Musical Cities, as comprised by members of travel website VirtualTourist.
Recovering from Devastation: My Moments of Gratitude
By Carole R. Harris
What was your most devastating day or moment in your life? I mean, really life altering, unearthly painful? Did you have to really think about it or is it right there in your every moment? Did you have the opportunity to thank those hearts and souls who helped you navigate those moments?
Gallo Boxing Gym: Creating Champions
Joe (Joey) Bermudez, Jr. wrapping his 11-year old stepson's, Dominic Jones', hands at the Jr. Olympics State Championship tournament in Flint, MI. Dominic won the title and will box in Ohio at the regional tournament in June.
Read More Saturday, May 14, 2016
Virtual Tourist - 5 Thrilling Adventures
Looking for some adventure on your next trip? Members of travel website VirtualTourist.com love adventure and with this in mind prepared a list of some of their favorite activities and places to do them.
Swimming with Whale Sharks, Exmouth, Western Australia
Architect Zaha Hadid's Death is a Global Loss for Architecture
Zaha Hadid pushed boundaries with her buildings—and that's what architects will remember. Hadid's design was chosen to build The Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University, the contemporary art museum, opened November 10, 2012. MSU photo
Beyond the 'Model Minority' Image: Asians in the US
Pranee Wilcox, a native of Thailand, immigrated to the U.S. 14 years ago to work in the Thai embassy as a housekeeper. Her journey belies the stereotype of the "model minority."
Hawai'i and Michigan Connections? Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
Hawaiian Mission Houses was established in 1923 by the Hawaiian Mission Children's Society, a private, non-profit organization and genealogical society. It consists of three mission houses that served as homes and workplaces for the first Christian missionaries who came here. At right is the 1821 Mission House, and, left, the Mission annex that was originally built of coral block as a bedroom annex, but now houses the print shop.
Opinion: Racial Profiling of Chinese Americans Will Only Hurt America
By George Koo
It simply boggles the mind that with an African American in the White House and an African American as the Attorney General, persecution of Chinese American scientists based on racial profiling not only has not abated but actually intensified.
Pepperz Mind: Think Big, Change The World: 5 Best New Year's Resolutions
"You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream." — C.S. Lewis
Find out more about André Pimenta TNCP guest writer from Lisbon, Portugal at www.pepperzmind.com.
Opinion: American Bilingualism
What does it mean to be bilingual? Simply defined, it is the ability to use two languages. Some people can speak two languages well, but are more comfortable reading and writing in one. Or one language is spoken at home, or smaller communities, while another is used in all public interactions including school and work.
The Story Behind The World's Largest Collection of Hebron Glass Now Displayed at Saper Galleries
Roy Saper stands with second and third generations to the elder Hamzeh Natsheh, all involved in the family glassblowing business just as were the many generations of the Natsheh family before them over more than 700 years.
November is Native American Heritage Month
Utes--Chief Sevara [i.e., Severo] and family
Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division, Detroit Publishing Company Collection, [reproduction number, e.g., LC-D4-10865]
Celebrate Astronomy Day
Astronomy Day is celebrated twice a year, once in spring and once in the fall. In the spring, the holiday is held on the Saturday closest to the first quarter Moon between the months of April and May, while in the fall (autumn) it occurs on a Saturday closest to the quarter moon between September and October.
Local Man Makes Reaching For the Stars Easier
The cosmos is always changing and delighting us. Amateur astronomer, Rod Bisher, has been instrumental in exposing everyday people the science of exploring of the universe.
Aggressive Child Behavior Part I: Fighting in School and at Home
By James Lehman, MSW
Does your child always seem to get in trouble for fighting? You've tried talking to him, but the aggressive behavior hasn't stopped—he still roughhouses with his siblings at home to the point of injury, brawls with kids on the bus and gets into fistfights at school. In part 1 of this two-part series on aggressive child and teen behavior, James Lehman explains why kids get into fights in the first place—and tells you the three basic types of fighting that you need to address as a parent.
Find a Little Bit of Paris in the Greater Lansing Area
Gaëlle Cassin-Ross had her son, Sagan, in August of 2014. While on maternity leave, she only spoke to her child in French. She stated that she wanted her son to have a good start in life, so she took six months off to spend time nurturing him.
The Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina 10 Years Later: Losing Mama
Hurricane Katrina survivor, Mama Carrie Celestine at her 90th birthday celebration at an East Lansing area nursing home in 2013. She is with her daughters Cheryl Celestin (standing) and Pamela Canty.
'Bounce' to Mid-Michigan's New Network
Bernie Mac stars as a famous stand-up comedian living large in Los Angeles with his beautiful wife Wanda (Kellita Smith) in "The Bernie Mac Show", which was just added to the Bounce TV mid-Michigan lineup. Their world changes when they must take custody of his sister's three children.
Black Lives AND Police Lives Both Matter
By Earl Ofari Hutchinson
It's not, and never should have been, an either or proposition to say black lives matter or police lives matter. The slaying of a police officer must and should be denounced with the same vigor, passion and outrage as the unwarranted slaying of an unarmed African-American.
Tiny Houses: Why They Are Awesome
Jesse Kahtava and Erin Heeney on the back deck with their fur babies- Cedar, Willow and Cricket. Yes- they all live together in perfect harmony.
Photo courtesy of www.northernhoot.com
Single Fathers Are Changing the Definition of Family
Malvin Brewer and his son, 8-year-old, Zavier Brewer enjoying a cool beverage from Speedway after a trip to the park.
In Cuba, 'Creeping Capitalism' Arrives
By Louis Nevaer
HAVANA—When the U.S. embassy reponed in Havana on Monday after more than 54 years, it signaled what Cubans have now accepted: creeping capitalism is the future.
Read More Tuesday, July 28, 2015
Robert C. Koehler: Zero tolerance
By Robert C. Koehler
"As I walked down the hall, one of the police officers employed in the school noticed I did not have my identification badge with me."
Five Fantastic Michigan Getaways for Friends and Family
1.North Beach Getaway: This wonderful cottage sits on a private Lake Michigan beach in Grand Haven, Michigan.
2. Spacious but elegant log cabin retreat available to rent on a weekly basis. Hidden Pines Log Cabin.
3. The Yacht is one well maintained vessel. It is ideal for couples or a small family. You can explore the spectacular scenery with all of the comforts of home.
4. This beautiful space at Campau Heaven is one that is sure to please any large group.
5. Not pictured here: The Boathouse is definitely for those who want access to an exclusive beach.
Families of the Missing 43 Students In Mexico Visit Michigan
Left: Elva Reyes, member of the Action of Greater Lansing's Civil Rights for Immigrants Task Force (shown right) supporting the mother of one of the students missing in Mexico at Cristo Rey Community Center.
Below: Poster of the missing shown during the event.
Photos by the Action of Greater Lansing
Lacey Schwartz's "Little White Lie" Premieres on Independent Lens
A young Jewish filmmaker's journey of discovery upon learning that her biological father was black
Black History Month: Robert Robinson Taylor becomes 38th Honoree into Black Heritage Stamp Series
GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- Robert Robinson Taylor, believed to have been both the first African-American graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the nation's first academically trained black architect was inducted into the Postal Service's Black Heritage Stamp series today as the 38th honoree. His great granddaughter, White House Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett joined Postmaster General Megan Brennan in dedicating the stamp.
Dr. Manish Madan Receives New Scholar Award Recognition
Left: Dr. Manish Madan
Dr. Manish Madan, assistant professor of Criminal Justice, was selected to receive the Western Social Science Association's New Scholar Award.
Virtual Tourist: 10 things to try in 2015
Eating from street vendors can be quite an experience in Bangkok, Thailand. Photo by fotolia.com
VirtualTourist.com
Pet World:Pet World: Give your dog something else to do besides bark at cyclists
Q: My 4-year-old Australian Shepherd now barks at people on bicycles as they go by the house. She never did this before. What's going on? - C.J., San Diego, CA
MorgueFile photo
Executive Director Jeremy Orr is Mid-MEAC'S Newest Environmental Advocate
Left: Photo of Jeremy Orr
Keeping up with the environmental integrity of Mid-Michigan is what the Mid-Michigan Environmental Action Council (Mid-MEAC) is all about; whether it is river protection, green transportation, land use, and sustainability. Mid-MEAC was started on Earth Day in 1993.
Robert C. Koehler: Turning our backs on a violent world won't change anything
Oh, the moral force of a snub.
Several hundred cops turn their backs on New York's mayor as he eulogizes one of their own, killed in the line of duty, and the media have another us-vs.-them story to report. Bill de Blasio's in trouble, accused of playing politics with the lives of heroes. And, of course, the story goes no deeper than the dramatic accusation.
"Real Pirates" Can Be Found in Grand Rapids
Real Pirates exhibit, photo courtesy of the Grand Rapids Public Museum.
Kiplinger on Travel: Great trips that cost $1,000
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance
www.kiplinger.com
The February issue of Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine features a collection of ideas for spending $1,000.
Pet World: Can cats get arthritis?
Watch your animals for signs of trouble with their joints. They can mask pain easier than humans.
Pet World: Anxiety likely at the root of cat's car sickness
It's estimated that 70-80 million dogs and 74-96 million cats are owned in the United States. Approximately 37-47% of all households in the United States have a dog, and 30-37% have a cat.
Source: APPA
OPINION PIECE: Through The Media Lens: Covering Race and Police Brutality
By Bob Butler
(Black PR Wire) -- The second half of 2014 has been marked by the shooting deaths of four African-American males by local law enforcement -- Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri; Eric Garner in New York, John Crawford and Tamir Rice in Ohio -- that have attracted the attention of national media and the federal government, and shined a light on the issue of policing in minority communities.
Kiplinger on Travel: 10 great gifts for travelers under $50
Photo by morguefile
If you're looking for the perfect gift for the frequent traveler in your family but don't want to break the bank, we can help. We asked several travel experts to share their picks for affordable items they pack when they hit the road. These 10 things can help both business and leisure travelers save money, stay organized and be a little more comfortable on all their trips.
Aboutthatcar.com: 2015 Dodge Challenger
Kiplinger on Travel: 10 tweeters you should follow to save money
There are countless Twitter handles dedicated to travel. Some are excellent at sharing photographs, some at detailing the world's most mouthwatering dishes, while others are reporting on the most luxurious hotels and spas. And, of course, there are those bringing you advice for traveling on a budget.
Top 10 homes of literary history
Left: Hans Christian Andersen Birthplace, Odense, Denmark
History and literary buffs will rejoice as VirtualTourist members uncover the list of the "Top 10 Historical Homes From Literature."
Will Ferguson Be a Tipping Point for Black Youth Voter Turnout?
By Khalil Abdullah
WASHINGTON, DC -- A week before National Voter Registration, Tuesday, September 23, civil rights leaders hope to increase African American youth voter turnout by citing the police shooting death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo., a city where only 12 percent of registered voters turned out to vote in the last city council elections.
QP Voices: 'Finding Your Roots' with Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. explores the past of well known people and their ancestry on PBS. Left: Author Stephen King
DTW Airport Helped Shape Michigan's Aeronautic History
Left: Daniel Mason, Volunteer Historian for the Detroit Metropolitan Airport, has written a book about the history of the airport while maintaining collections.
He also has discharge papers from the National Guard Observation Squadron in 1937, is one of many collections from Mason's efforts.
Photos by Rick Garcia
Pacha Mama Tea is Nature's Miracle Drink
Left - Anthony Stein a friend and soon-to-be business partner of William "Chef Nick" Nicklosovich fell in love with the tea when he tried it for the first time, came across the gauyusa (pronounced gwhy-you-suh) leaf when he was working in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Right - William "Chef Nick" Nicklosovich, co-owner of Pacha Mama Tea. Pacha Mama Tea is all natural and is made from only gauyusa leaf, water and lime.
Consumers Energy Foundation Supports Farm Award Program
From the Consumers Energy Foundation, Chris Thelen, Lansing Area Manager, and Carolyn Bloodworth, Director of Corporate Giving; from the Historical
Society of Michigan, Larry Wagenaar, Executive Director, and Kellie Bolster,Centennial Farm Program Coordinator.
Jill on Money: Ten home buying mistakes
After that nasty weather in the first quarter of the year, the much hoped for housing recovery never quite took hold during the normally vibrant spring buying/selling season. Despite the Polar Vortex, there were other factors that kept a lid on housing buyers, including the fact that tentative buyers were spooked by rising prices, especially in certain hot housing markets.
CIA officer Speaks on Personal Branding
A unique partnership between the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Arab American Women Business Council (AAWBC) was evident as approximately 75 women and a few men gathered for a dinner presentation at the Detroit Yacht Club on Belle Isle early June.
"Comfort Food for the Mind, Body, and Soul": SOUTHERN CORN PUDDING
A tasty addition to any meal!
Kiplinger on Travel: Why senior travel discounts aren't always the best deal
Most seniors know that they can take advantage of travel discounts geared specifically toward them for savings on hotels, attractions, rental cars, guided tours and more. But are the special rates for older travelers really that special?
Island Conference –A Glimpse of Michigan's Future
The 34th Mackinac Policy Conference convened more than 1,500 professionals, government leaders, CEOs and media on the island- a scaled down version of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
After Frigid Winter of 2013 Left Many Without Electricity - BWL Will Adopt All CRT and MPSC Recommendations
J. Peter Lark, General Manager of the Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL), announced to the BWL Board of Commissioners that all recommendations made by the Community Review Team (CRT) and Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) will be adopted by the BWL. The recommendations, which total more than 180 when the BWL's internal review is included, were made in response to the December ice storm that knocked out power to 40,000 customers.
Jill on Money: College is still worth it
As the Class of 2014 throws their caps into the air during this graduation season, many families are facing the stark reality of a mound of education debt. Given the still-tough job market, is college worth it? The answer is yes, with a caveat.
Aboutthatcar.com: 2015 Hyundai Genesis
WEST BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI – Hyundai stopped just short of calling its redesigned 2015 Genesis a luxury performance sedan. The Korean automaker opted to call the car a midsize premium sedan.
Your Other 8 Hours: How to stay strong and get what you deserve in a divorce
By Robert Pagliarini
What should you do if you are in the middle of a divorce but feel at the end of your rope? When you're struggling for an equitable resolution but don't see any end in sight?
Do you have an opinion? 13-9
Why I Can't Get Behind #BringBackOurGirls
Michigan Business: "Hats" Off to Stormy Kromer Caretaker
Without a doubt this will be one of the harshest winter on record. Bob Jacquart, CEO of Jacquart Fabric Products, maker of Stormy Kromer wear. He is standing in front of one of the many collages at the factory. Photo by Rick Garcia
Read More Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Obama's 'My Brother's Keeper' Initiative Has Promise
There are a lot of kids out there who need help, who are getting a lot of negative reinforcement. And is there more that we can do to give them the sense that their country cares about them and values them and is willing to invest in them?" – President Obama, July 19, 2013
By David Muhammad
newamericamedia.org
Recently, at the White House, President Obama will formally launch his promising new initiative to effectuate meaningful change in the Black community, something I had hoped for since that first euphoric moment when I learned that a Black man had been elected President of the United States.
News Spotlight: Russian President Putin's Fiction: 10 False Claims About Ukraine
As Russia spins a false narrative to justify its illegal actions in Ukraine, the world has not seen such startling Russian fiction since Dostoyevsky wrote, "The formula 'two times two equals five' is not without its attractions."
Top 10 Tips for Getting Your Taxes Prepared
By A.J. Gross, C.P.A., E.A.
1) Check the tax accountant's PTIN. All tax accountants preparing tax returns must have a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN). You do not want your tax return to be prepared by a tax accountant without a PTIN.
2014 Winter Olympics Story: Shani Davis: Skating for History, Not Love
By Mark Starr
The Root/New America Media
Speed skater Shani Davis will go down in history for his succession of Winter Olympic firsts, most notably as the first African-American athlete to win an individual gold at the Winter Games. But in his own sport, he is celebrated for his extraordinary record of sustained excellence.
Opinion: Black Quarterback Wins Super Bowl: Where's the Fuss?
By Stephen Crockett
Disney couldn't write a better story: A short kid, much too short to play quarterback, won't let that fighting spirit in him die. So he plays in high school, both ways: quarterback on offense and cornerback on defense. Hell, he even punted the ball. His high school coach called him a one-man wrecking crew. He breaks records and is still rated only as a two-star recruit. Too short, they say.
Governor Snyder Introduces Michigan Office for New Americans
A few weeks ago Governor Rick Snyder in his state of the state address pledged to make Michigan more welcome to immigrants – The only Governor in the nation to make that stand.
Michigan Singer Takes Talent International
Palau de la artes in Valencia, Spain is an area that holds Cassandra Allen's school; Berklee College of Music, Príncipe Felipe Science Museum and Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía.
"Comfort Food for the Mind, Body, and Soul": CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS
1 large chicken
3-4 carrots, chopped
2-3 celery stalks
1 Tbsp. chicken bouillon crystals
1 quart chicken stock
1 can cream of chicken soup
Inside The Mind of a Sportsaholic: Great Job Spartans
By Jimmy L. Wilson, Jr.
Sitting down to write my thoughts on a sporting event is usually an easy thing. However, in the 48 hours since the Michigan State Spartans won the 2014 Rose Bowl with a 24-20 victory over the Stanford Cardinal, it has been difficult. The biggest problem has been figuring out which angle to cover because there are so many different ones.
News Briefs: Medicaid and New DNR Recruits
Medicare is the best care if you are age 65 or older and DNR conservation officer academy starts Jan. 12 with 31 recruits
Aboutthatcar.com: 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 4WD Crew Cab SLT
DETROIT, MI – One of GMC's advertising tag lines for its pick trucks is "Professional Grade." It appears that designers and engineers took that to heart in creating the 2014 GMC Sierra pickup truck.
In preparation for 2014, I am suggesting that we really become more connected with people that we like. In the new year, my goal will be to sit down with at least four people that I have met on social media or just in passing. You know the people who always make you smile when you see them but you do not know them well. There are just some people who just make you want to give them a great big hug.
Latino Commission Honors Diversity Leaders
Mexico Consul Solana, Left, cuts the cake with Matt Wesaw, Director of Michigan Department of Civil Rights.
Photo courtesy of Rene Rodriguez of Studio One Creative
Retire Smart: When to take Social Security benefits
In 2013, 37 million Americans will receive Social Security (SS) retirement benefits totaling $47.4 billion. Clearly, Americans have come to rely on Social Security retirement income, with more than half of married couples and nearly three-quarters of unmarried persons receiving 50 percent or more of their total income from the program.
The Cloud Over Syria
Syria's civil war is not understood by many. Here is on take on it. CIA Factbook
Aboutthatcar.com: 2013 Ford Fusion
DETROIT, MI – Ford has done really well with the redesigned Fusion since it was introduced last year. Much of its success goes to the pragmatic and very functional way the midsize sedan operates.
Top 5 Ghost Towns
Hashima Island (also called Gunkanjima) off the coast of Nagasaki Port in Japan.
GUNKANJIMA Japan National Tourism Organizat Virtual Tourist
Halloween is synonymous with costumes, an abundance of bite-sized candy and adorable photos of children dressed as cartoon characters, superheroes and monstrous creatures. However, the spirit of Halloween can also influence your travels. Rather than focusing on haunted destinations, the members and editors of VirtualTourist.com have compiled a list of those places that have been abruptly abandoned by people, making them spooky and eerie. From an abandoned Greek village in Turkey to a former disaster site in the Ukraine, here are VirtualTourist's "Top 5 Ghost Towns."
80-Year-Old Grandma Gets US Citizenship
Salvadorian immigrant Carlota Gutiérrez holding her U.S. naturalization certificate.
By Elena Shore
Andrea Acosta, Translated
El Pregonero
Despite her advanced age and limited English language skills, Salvadoran immigrant Carlota Gutiérrez passed her citizenship test and is a new U.S. citizen.
With the help of her kids, the 80-year-old grandmother applied to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for citizenship in January 2012 and four months later, on May 23, she got an appointment for the test and interview in her language.
Impending Cuts to Anti-Poverty Food Program Will Cost Michigan $183 million and Bring Greater Food Insecurity to Families and Children
By Marissa Zamudio
On November 1, 2013, the temporary boost to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is due to expire, taking a slice out of the food budgets of families, especially, low income families with children. In Michigan, one in six people receive SNAP benefits and will be affected. Such a cut is likely to result in an increase of families with children going hungry – what policy experts call "food insecurity." Food insecurity is identified as "the lack of consistent access to adequate food" in a May 2013 report titled "Food Insecurity in Households with Children" from the Economic Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Inside The Mind of a Sportsaholic: A Couple Of Requests
Football season is back! For many, this is start of what could be considered the sports fiscal year. From September to June, we immersed in football, and basketball. There is not much that we ask from people who are not as enthralled as we are during these months. However, there are a couple of requests that I would like to make on behalf of myself, and other sports fanatics. Even though you all may not be able to grant the requests, please indulge me, and see if you can work with any of them.
Read More Monday, September 16, 2013
Heart Disease: American's Number One Killer
By Deborah Walker
Claiming more than 500,000 lives a year heart disease reigns as the leading cause of death in the United States, yet most people are unaware that this threat exists. Heart disease affects all Americans and is the number one cause of death for Whites, African American, and Hispanics alike. Heart disease strikes with little or no warning and most people diagnosed with heart disease showed no signs until it was too late.
Left: Cameron "Big Perm" Doyle and Aniyah Lake. Big Perm and Aniyah visiting her school before he passed away.
Your Other 8 Hours: What's holding you back and what to do about it
By Robert Pagliarini,
There's one thing that's holding you back more than any other. It's not your education, who you know, or even how much time you have. It's fear of pain. It's that simple. The bad news is that the challenge you face is yourself. Of course, this is also the good news. It's not the economy, your mistakes from the past, a bad childhood, or anything else. The problem is within you, and so is the solution. Your ability to deal with the fear of pain effectively is your golden ticket to your best life, job promotions, health, and better relationships.
Retire Smart: Drowning in documents: What to shred, what to keep
You probably just received some bank, investment or retirement quarterly statements in the mail, which makes it a perfect time to fire up the shredder and organize that stack of documents piling up on the table.
Here are some thoughts on financial paperwork that you can toss:
Interpersonal Edge: Brilliant interview questions for hires
Q. I am being asked to do more and more hiring of new employees for my team. We have a standard set of interview questions, but people don't always tell the truth. Especially when it comes to interpersonal skills, I have trouble screening for quality people. Are there any brilliant interview questions that reveal the personality I'm about to hire?
Aboutthatcar.com: 2014 Chevrolet Impala
DETROIT, MI -- Chevrolet has a hit on its hands. That fact did not need to be certified but during a week-long test drive of the 2014 Impala, Chevrolet's new flagship sedan got as much attention as some exotic sports cars that cost three times more.
Euromight: A Quest to Capture the Afro-European Narrative
London-born Olive Vassell is the founder and managing editor of euromight.com.
This interesting and insightful website provides news and information on Afro-
European issues and events.
As I See It: My thoughts about the Trayvon Martin verdict...and its aftermath
By Joseph Harris
The evening of July 13th will remain a night I remember for a long time. It was the night a jury in the United States made it a capital crime to be a young black man. There is, of course a lot about this case we will never know. We do know there were two people present and one killed the other. So we will only have one perspective to go on.
Nelson Mandela's Long Goodbye Has Lessons For All of Us
Firstpost, Commentary, Sandip Roy
Nelson Mandela is dying.
Hard as it is to accept the fact, the world has to come to terms with it.
It's not surprising that South Africans are praying for his recovery. But perhaps a final gesture of gratitude to the man who is indisputably the Father of the Nation is to pray for his peaceful death. Or passing. Or transition. If those euphemisms offer some solace and sound less final than death.
Vitual Tourist: 10 travel tips that are good for the environment
A French woman fills a bottle of Evian water to take to her home in Evian, France.
Saving resources can be a lifestyle at home and abroad. And for those who are just getting started, here are some environmentally friendly things to think about when you travel. In collaboration with staffers from World Wildlife Fund, members and editors of global travel website VirtualTourist have put together 10 tips on how to travel with conservation in mind.
Trayvon's Dad, Tracy Martin Speaks to The Root: 'My Kid Was Perfect to Me'
(The Root) -- June 10, 2013 was the beginning of jury selection for the second-degree-murder trial of 29-year-old George Zimmerman in the shooting death of 17-year-old high school student Trayvon Martin. The trial comes just ahead of Father's Day, and The Root spoke with Tracy Martin, Trayvon's father, to ask him about the son he knew and loved.
This was printed in the June 16, 2013 - June 29, 2013 Edition
(Please note that a correction was made to the date. It originally stated July, 10, 2013. We regret the inconvenience.)
TOP 10 PLACES TO SEE ANIMALS IN THE WILD
The Scarlet Macaw in Corcovado National Park
Courtesy of Costa Rica Tourism
With the thawing of winter in many parts of the world, animals and humans alike are starting to wake up and get outside. As avid wildlife watchers, members of VirtualTourist.com, a leading travel website, compiled a list of the "Top 10 Places to See Animals in the Wild."
A-bomb survivors tell stories of love, loss, migration
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Nearly 70 years after the United States bombed Japan in 1945, Michigan State University has acquired the world's largest collection ofinterviews with bomb survivors living in North and South America.
Massive Explosions Disrupt Marathon Celebrations by Kenyans and Ethiopians in Boston
By Harrison Maina and Moses Mathenge, AjabuAfrica.com
BOSTON, MA-- The increasingly popular Boston marathon celebrations by the Kenyan community in the Boston region were abruptly thrown into disarray today.
News Spotlight: Don't Get Caught Alone in the Woods
Spring in Michigan means a lot of diverse outdoor recreationalists taking to the woods in search of edible mushrooms, migrating birds, wild turkeys, fishing spots or just some solitude. Michigan's conservation officers are offering some common sense safety tips for anyone taking to the woods for some fun and adventure.
Read More Friday, April 12, 2013
The Top 5 Hotels You Don't Need to Leave
The view of the Pacific Ocean from the Namale Resort. You won't need to leave during your vacation, but you'll also be tempted to never go home. Photo by Namale
The Onion's Big Fail, And What It Demands Of Us
In 2013, Quvenzhané Wallis became the youngest person ever to receive a Best Actress Oscar nomination for her performance in "Beasts of the Southern Wild" (2012). She is also the first Academy Award nominee who was born in the 21st century. She will be playing the role of orphan Annie in an African-American film version.
Virtual Tourist: Top 5 worst travel scams and how to avoid them
Artists along Las Ramblas, in Barcelona.
The pros of traveling definitely outweigh the cons, but that doesn't mean you should throw caution to the wind when exploring new places.
Read More Friday, December 28, 2012
Be PHREEE: Vote For Your Life
Charissa suggests that you take the time and vote.
By Charissa Patterson-Martinez
You matter in this world and you have a vote to make a difference, do not squander it away by sitting idle and letting the world that you live in everyday never be graced with your voice. This would be a shame, especially since your voice is so worthy of being heard today.
Fixin' up Hoopa: A Community's Struggle with Addiction--Part II
Part I "Hoopa Rez: Ground Zero for Ever-Expanding Meth Economy" of this two-part series is on www.tncp.net. There is also an accompanying documentary short film, "Addiction and Renewal in the Hoopa Valley," on www.newamericamedia.org.
Wikimedia photo
By Allie Hostler, Two Rivers Tribune / Jacob Simas, New America Media
HOOPA, CA -- Jane judged drug addicts harshly, until she became one in her late 20s. Suffering from depression and mourning a lifestyle she worked hard to maintain for her family, she began smoking meth.
Our Children a Possible Mission
What message do you want to ensure that generations behind us get? What are you doing to ensure that our young people are ready mind, body and soul? Whether we like it or not, young people are watching us. They see how we handle a rude receptionist and hear us how we address people in authority in our own communities.
Community Action Network Responds to Violence During Fourth of July Parade
Left:Celebrating the memories: Monica Blackwell, mother of Domonique Ardister, holds white balloons for her son who was murdered on May 25, 2012 during the Fourth of July parade. TNCP photo
Down: Domestic Violence: Rosalyn Williams-Griffin supporting of her relative 2-year old Brandon Kemp who died on died on April 30, 2012.
LANSING, MI -- In almost 100 degree weather over 140 people marched in the T.E.A.M. 517 - Stop the Violence entry in the Fourth of July parade.
News Spotlight: Traffic Stop Leads to Narcotic and Gun Charges
In July of 2010, Lavar Burton shot and killed his stepdaughter, 7-year-old Amaia Edmond, when two men invaded their home on Custer Street. He has been arrested during a traffic stop
Photo Courtesy of the Lansing Police Department
The Legacy Project: Stories of Lansing's African American Families: Lonnie Johnson (This is a series in honor of The New Citizens Press' 2012 anniversary)
Good memories living in Lansing: Lonnie Johnson, 3-years-old at 904 S. Sycamore St. The neighborhood no longer exists, however at the time it was considered the Westside. Johnson shown here about 1942, with his mother, Alice Johnson, born in 1918 in Lansing, MI. Courtesy photo
By Nadine Defensor
The city of Lansing is home to approximately 115,000 African-Americans. It's also the home of a rich African-American culture, where family history can be traced all the way to the country's birth, while also witnessing its momentous historical events.
Virtual Tourist: Top 10 most scenic workouts
It is great to go on vacation and keep up with your healthy New Year's resolutions. Try
hiking in Cinque Terre in Italy.
Photo by Holger Gester
As vacation time looms, it's easy to suddenly remember the New Year's resolutions that have gone to the wayside. Even if you've been good, upcoming "vacations" can wreak havoc on your hard work, with long days spent laying horizontal by a pool drinking calories. Instead of packing only cover-ups and sun hats for your impending jaunts, how about some workout clothes? To help you find some spots that are both beautiful and conducive to exercise, VirtualTourist.com has compiled a list of the "Top Ten Most Scenic Workouts."
News Spotlight: Federally-funded Unemployment Benefits Reduced Due to State's Decreased Unemployment Rate
Changes in Benefit Entitlements for EUC Program
The U.S. Department of Labor recently notified the State of Michigan that Tier 4 of the Emergency Unemployment Compensation (EUC) program will end as Michigan's jobless numbers are below the level required by federal law to continue Tier 4 of the program.
Read More Tuesday, May 29, 2012
News Spotlight: Praise 98 FM's Lady Charmaine to serve as judge at the June 23, 2012 "Uplifting Minds II" talent competition showcase in Hollywood
A long list of prizes for three winners of the June 23, 2012 "ULMII" national talent competition at the Celebrity Center
Virtual Tourist: Five Great Non-Art Museums
Orchard Street Tenement Façade.
The Tenement Museum preserves and interprets the history of
immigration through the personal experiences of the generations of newcomers who settled in and built lives on Manhattan's Lower East Side, America's iconic immigrant neighborhood
Photo by Keiko Niwa
Lower East Side Tenement Museum, New York City, N.Y.
http://www.tenement.org/
Although Ellis Island reveals that immigrants' hardships continued upon arriving in America, few museums or landmarks illustrate the plight of immigrants in major metropolitan cities. The Lower East Side Tenement Museum is such a place.
Teenagers Lead Peaceful Protest at the Capitol
Above: Malcolm Xavier Clay, 4-years-old attended the rally with his family.
Left: Jamie Lynn Crawford,Todd "TJ" Duckett and Brianna Black stand in front of the Capitol during a rally focusing on youth.
LANSING, MI -- Two 18-year-olds led a nonviolence rally at the capitol last month, to demand justice for Trayvon Martin, an unarmed African-American 17-year-old who was shot and killed in Sanford, Florida on February 26.
The man who shot the teenager was neighborhood watch volunteer, George Zimmerman, who had told the police that he shot Martin in self-defense.
Zimmerman has not been charged with a crime.
Ask Tamara: It's Not the Right Time to Go Back to School!
I have been thinking about going back to school for a couple of years now. But it seems like every time I get serious about it, something happens, or something comes up that prevents me from going.
I just got accepted into a program and am not sure if I am going to be able to actually go. I just started a new job and would now have to go to school in the evenings. That means finding a sitter for my two sons.
The Kid's Doctor: K2: Teens embracing new legal 'drug' to get high
K2 is a mixture of herbal and spice products that are then sprayed with a psychotropic drug.
By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
www.kidsdr.com
I was seeing patients the other day when I spotted a teenage boy in the waiting room whom I'd cared for since birth (one of the perks of being a pediatrician). He'd come in over lunch with his mother, who wanted him to be screened for drug use. The mother had found a "pipe" in a pair of the boy's trousers and was concerned that he was smoking marijuana.
Winning with Finances - Second principle of a financial takeover - Budgeting
Most people change their life by appearance or by careers or even through a spiritual conversion. All of this is good if there is a vision. A vision for your life creates direction, purpose and mission. Changing your life happens in four distinct areas: personal growth, family, health, and career. If you focus or change your life in these areas, you will see a great change. Once you change any of these areas, you will change your financial future.
Read More Thursday, February 2, 2012
New Non-Profit has partnered with a Large National Event to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day –Turn the Volume Up on Peace
Life's Connections is a new non-profit organization located in Grand Rapids which opened its doors with a splash on 1.1.12, announcing our city's participation in a national event to raise awareness about youth violence.
We want to make sure that our city is recognized on a national level with an event to raise awareness about this important issue." says Executive Director, Danielle Muncey-Key.
Fast Facts: Barking Up the Right (Family) Tree
Researching family history is a popular pastime, and one that people feel passionate about. In response to many requests for help with this specialized research, the Downtown Lansing branch of the Capital Area District Library is offering several classes on the topic.
The HIV/AIDS Epidemic: Why It's Still Taboo
By Karla Robinson, MD
V/AIDS remains a huge burden in the Black community. According to recent estimates from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) roughly one-half of all new HIV/AIDS diagnoses are in African Americans. The infection rate statistics are sobering. 1 in every 16 Black men and 1 in every 30 Black women will be infected with HIV in their lifetime.
News Spotlight: Backpacks, not the bombs inside, key to finding DNA
EAST LANSING, MI -- Catching terrorists who detonate bombs may be easier by testing the containers that hide the bombs rather than the actual explosives, according to pioneering research led by Michigan State University.
Read More Friday, December 9, 2011
News Spotlight: Michigan Legislative Black Caucus Files Lawsuit to Halt Michigan Legislative Redistricting Plan
LANSING -- Today, the Michigan Legislative Black Caucus (MLBC), along with the Detroit Branch NAACP, UAW and Latin Americans for Social and Economic Development (LaSED) today announced a lawsuit filed against State of Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and Secretary of State Ruth Johnson to halt the implementation of the Michigan Legislative Redistricting Plan.
T.E.A.M. 517: STOP THE VIOLENCE MOVEMENT
December 17, 2011, 1 -3 pm
Capital Area District Library
Home for the Holidays: Recording artist Cate Storm (Cathy Nikundiwe), who is originally from Lansing was visiting from Atlanta, Georgia. She said, "Violence has been an issue in the Lansing community for many years and everyone has been affected in one way or the other. I was happy to be able to show my support when I was in town."
Photo by Brandyn Armstrong
Foreclosed Homeowners Re-Occupy Their Homes
By Zaineb Mohammed
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Carolyn Gage was evicted from her foreclosed home in January. Earlier this month, she moved back in.
Urban Housecalls: Understanding Fatigue
Characterized by a lack of motivation, lack of energy, and lack of concentration, fatigue is a common complaint experienced by more than thirty percent of people in this country. While the term is often mistakenly used interchangeably with drowsiness, fatigue really is a separate condition, and is sometimes the sign of something more serious.
We Remember: Ygnacio "Notch" Bermudez November 10, 2011 - May 16, 1976
STOP THE VIOLENCE RALLY
12 Noon - 3 pm
Capital Steps
LEFT: Ygnacio "Notch" Bermudez, Justin Christian and Big Perm at one of their events.
LANSING, MI -- Ygnacio "Notch" Bermudez was a young 35 when he died on November 10, 2011. He was born May 16, 1976 in Lansing, Michigan. His mother, Ruth Lopez, tearfully said that her son was her best friend.
Start a Business?! How 'bout Occupy Entrepreneurship?
By Chris Rabb
www.newamericamedia.org
I recently came across a pithy, anti-Occupy Wall Street column in Entrepreneur Magazine that encouraged protesters to go home and create start-up ventures instead of standing up for social and economic justice. The column was just under 400 words, but I can summarize it for you: Stop complaining and start a business. Though the conservative argument behind it was neither new nor particularly well-founded, it was aggressively inane and patently misguided all the same.
Bearded Sikh Finally Allowed to Work in California Prison
Trilochan Singh Obero would not shave his beard due to his religion and was denied a job. Courtesy photo
By Sunita Sohrabji
The New Citizens Press
Trilochan Singh Oberoi, a bearded Sikh American, will finally begin working at Folsom State Prison in California Nov. 1, after a contentious six-year battle to gain employment there.
A 'Dream' remembered
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Project Foundation dedicated a monument in his honor on the National Mall on October 16, 2011. It took five years to make the memorial that honors Dr. King and his life and his legacy.
The vision of a memorial in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. is one that captures the essence of his message, a message in which he so eloquently affirms the commanding tenants of the American Dream — Freedom, Democracy and Opportunity for All.
As a national monument honoring Martin Luther King Jr. opens in Washington, D.C., a look back at his legacy and his star power
By Gregory Clay | McClatchy-Tribune News Service
During the turbulent decade of the 1960s, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was about the gleam — in the eyes, that is. He was about the cadence in his speech intonations — a rapper of social consciousness before Kurtis Blow, before Public Enemy, before Queen Latifah, that is. He was about "The Dream" — the iconic speech at the Lincoln Memorial on that sweltering afternoon of Aug. 28, 1963, that is. He was about the rhythm of the civil rights movement — played to the spirit of Motown and the serenity of Burt Bacharach, that is.
Women Left Behind in Recovery
By Kat Aaron and Lynne Perri
A higher percentage of women are unemployed than men, according to numbers released today by Gallup. More than 10 percent of the women surveyed were unemployed, compared to 8 percent of men. Almost 11 percent of women working part time wanted full time work, compared to 8 percent of men.
"It's A Breast Thing" Helps Breast Cancer Survivors
Left to Right: Tonie Brovont, owner of OWLYN; Sophia Cole, breast cancer survivor and 2012 calendar model; Suzi Wyman and Barb McKessy, owners of Ultimate Image & Esthetique, which is a full service salon; and Dr. LaKeeya Tucker from Alliance Obstetrics-Gynecology (in the middle of Wyman and McKeesy) collaborated this year on "It's a Breast Thing". Photo by The New Citizens Press
BATH, MI -- Almost 400 people walked through the doors to support "It's a Breast Thing" fundraiser. The mission of this non-profit is to provide women in the Greater Lansing Area with resources regarding breast cancer. The funds raised will stay in the community (Eaton, Ingham, Clinton and Shiawasee) for diagnosing and treating breast health issues. They also have support from a number of other physicians and businesses in the community.
Hire Teenagers: A Solution to Joblessness in America
By Patricia Johnson
At the recent LinkedIn-sponsored town hall meeting, President Obama stated that we "make sure your neighbors and friends also have jobs."
I've got a suggestion that doesn't cost much, doesn't need a government agency to run it, and could help reinvigorate our cities: hire teenagers.
Latina Tea Party Favorite Could Save Anti-Immigrant Senator in AZ Recall
By Valeria Fernandez
MESA, AZ -- Her "Si se puede" signs are all over the Phoenix suburb of Mesa. She's a Mexican immigrant, a Republican Mormon and she's entered the historic race on Nov. 8 to recall State Senator Russell Pearce the architect of SB 1070, one of the harshest anti-immigrant laws in the nation.
The Law and Aging Parents
By Christine Caswell, Attorney
It is incredibly hard to care for aging parents when you live near them, let alone when you are hundreds or even thousands of miles away. Moreover, seniors don't like the idea of losing their independence, so they may not be cooperative. If they are losing legal competence, the court may need to be involved, and children could end up as the opposing party against a parent in a court proceeding.
News becomes history
NOW: Above, construction continues on Freedom Tower, center, and the 9/11 Memorial and Museum at Ground Zero in New York in this May 2011 photo. Freedom Tower is expected to be completed by January 2014. Construction of the 9/11 Memorial and Museum is expect to be finished by September 2012.
THEN: Below, a New York City firefighter looks at the ruins of the World Trade Center at dawn on Sept. 12, 2001, a day after the terrorist attacks.
CAROLYN COLE/LOS ANGELES TIMES/MCT
JIM MACMILLAN/ PHILADELPHIA DAILY NEWS/MCT
By LEONARD PITTS JR.
McClatchyNewspapers
A decade after the terror, in New York, at the Pentagon, at a field in Pennsylvania and in every nook and cranny of America, we move forward
Suddenly, it has been 10 years.
That's an amazing realization when you remember how it was back then. Calendars still counted off days; our eyes told us this. Clocks still ticked off seconds; intellectually, we knew. But time — I would have sworn this in a court of law — did not move.
News Spotlight: Exercise is Cool, Despite the Heat according to the American Heart Assoc
Whatever brings you outside — a bike ride with friends, a jog in the park or just a stroll around the block — it's important to stay safe as temperatures across Michigan rise this week. But don't let this be the excuse to take a break from fitness, because you may be hurting yourself in the long run.
News Spotlight: CAPITAL AREA HUMANE SOCIETY OFFERS TIPS FOR KEEPING PETS SAFE DURING HOT WEATHER
Summer is here in full force! While the hot weather means fun trips to the lake and outdoor picnics, it's important to remember summer can be a hazardous time for pets. Keep these tips in mind to ensure your pet's safety and well-being during the summer months.
News Spotlight: HUD AND LOUISIANA ANNOUNCE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT TO END LEGAL CHALLENGE TO ROAD HOME PROGRAM
Approximately 1,300 homeowners in four parishes to receive $62 million in additional compensation
Read More Friday, July 8, 2011
The Hardest Cases: When Children Die, Justice Can Be Elusive
Her name was Isis Charm Vas and at 6 months old she was a slight child -- fifth percentile in height and weight.
When the ambulance sped her to Northwest Texas Hospital on a Saturday morning in October 2000, doctors and nurses feared that someone had done something awful to her delicate little body.
News Spotlight: Introducing The Newest Common Myths In Cardiovascular Disease.... The World's No. 1 Killer
For both men and women of any age, cardiovascular disease could be the first
killer. It kills more people than ALL forms of cancer tumors grouped
Commentary: We Killed Osama bin Laden, Now Let's Kill the Myth
By William O. Beeman
The United States is jubilant over the killing of Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. However, it will be some time before history catches up with the mythology that arose around him and the al-Qaeda organization in the past 10 years. Osama bin Laden at the end was far from the looming powerful figure he was made out to be. He had outlived his usefulness both as a bogeyman for the West, and as an Islamic responder to the neo-colonialist forces his organization purported to confront.
Local Family Wins Statewide "I Love Michigan" Video Competition
I Love Michigan: Darryl and Erinn Evans along with their son, Dion and daughter, Morgan won the top prize for their video depicting love for Michigan . Courtesy photo
GO GREEN WHEN YOU SPRING CLEAN
By Reference Librarian Eunice B.
Now that spring is in the air, the time-honored tradition of spring cleaning is upon us. How about making some changes this year and incorporating "green" or "safe" cleaning tips into your routine? You might be surprised at the versatility of common ingredients you probably already have on hand, such as vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, lemon juice, baking soda and shortening. They can help you save money, save your health, maybe even save some time.
Your Other 8 Hours: 4 Steps To Becoming a Multitasking Master
No doubt you've heard the research that "proves" multitasking is counterproductive, but I disagree. There is bad multitasking and there is good multitasking. The trick is to learn how to multitask the right way.
Arab Rappers in Solidarity With Uprisings in Middle East & North Africa
By Aisha Fukushima,
Many prominent Arab hip-hop artists inspired by uprisings in the Middle East and North Africa have released music in solidarity with protesters in the region. Though the messages of these new songs are not necessarily new to Arab hip-hop, the urgency and relevance of this new music has gained these artists increasing international attention.
Comfort Food for the Mind, Body, and Soul: CARAMEL APPLE PIE
Rarin' to Get Planting? Here's What You Can Do Now
By Sean Conway
Cultivating Life
This time of year, a quick trip to your local garden center is the perfect way to get a case of spring fever.
Increase Your Style and Swag This Summer
R& B singer, Trey Songz will be performing at Common Ground Festival in Lansing, Michigan from Monday, July 11, 2011 at Lansing's Adado Riverfront Park. www.commongroundfest.com
Usher, Jay Z, T.I., Pdiddy, Trey Songz and Denzel Washington all have that perfect style and swagger. Swagger is a persons' style that encompasses the way they walk, talk, and dress. When you have swagger there is a sense of self-awareness and confidence that draw people to you like a magnet.
Pandering Politicians Refuse Pardons—Perpetuate Injustice
Mississippi's Republican Gov. Haley Barbour was adamant. He told reporters, civil rights leaders and protesters not to hold their breath waiting for him to pardon Jamie and Gladys Scott, who served 16 years in prison for a 1993 armed robbery that they insist they did not commit.
Letter from Fukushima: A Vietnamese-Japanese Police Officer's Account
On March 11, 2011, the strongest earthquake hit Japan and one of the top five largest earthquakes in the world since seismological record-keeping began. A tsunami followed with waves of up to 33 ft. The disaster left thousands dead and inflicted extensive material damage to buildings and infrastructure that led to significant accidents at two major nuclear power stations.
East Lansing Ministry Brings Humanitarian Help to Rural Ghana
Dr. Mona Reide in Ghana during one of her many visits to impoverished areas in the world.
ACCRA, GHANA -- Dr. Mona Reide is the senior pastor of Grace International Outreach Church, located in East Lansing, MI. The church and the pastor are members of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World (PAW). As church member Ishmael Odamtten often says "we are small but powerful."
Excuse me are you listening? 10-4
Spring will be upon us soon and I cannot wait to get out of the office and enjoy myself. I have told myself that I should take better care of the property that surrounds my office and my home. This means that I will have to get my hands dirty.
AboutThatCar.com: Ford Focus – A Bold Design
Los Angeles, CA -- Whooooooooo. It's been a while since I said that about a Ford.
TNCP's 10th Anniversary Celebration a Huge Success
Let them eat cake! Photo by Kristi Taylor
Michigan Power Equipment's Open House Set for Businesses on March 19th
David Brown (father) started Brady Lawn & Garden in 1975. Today his son, Jon Brady (right), carries on the legacy of exceptional
customer service as owner of Midwest Power Equipment. TNCP Photo
Total Truth
from "Serving Time, Serving Others"
"Forgive my family and friends? No way," Rob growled. "I'm going to hurt them when I get out of here!" These angry words came from one of the inmates who had agreed to participate in our Alternatives to Violence weekend workshop.
Urban Housecall: Bernie Mac: The Legacy Continues
Comedian Bernie Mac and his daughter Je'Niece McCullough.
Photo provided courtesy of Je'Niece McCulloughBy Karla Robinson, MD
One of the Kings of Comedy as he is affectionately known, Bernie Mac is heralded as one of the greatest comedians of all time. While he was bringing in the laughs, many didn't know he was battling the chronic disease sarcoidosis. While his death in August 2008 at the age of 50 seemed untimely and he is sorely missed, his legacy lives on not only through the classic films, shows, and stand up routines, but also through his foundation, The Bernie Mac Foundation.
News Spotlight: The Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) is warning people to beware of a new designer drug being marketed by the name "bath salts."
These so-called "bath salts" are being sold across the country as a
crystalline powder online, at head shops, convenience stores, and on the
street. These are not commercially manufactured bath salts that people
purchase to use in the bath tub. These products are sold with names such
as "Ivory Wave", "Aura", "ZOOM 2", "Zeus 2", "Cosmic Blast", and "White Rush." They may be snorted, ingested mixed with water, injected, or inserted rectally or vaginally.
News Spotlight: The Real 'CSI': How America's Patchwork System of Death Investigations Puts the Living at Risk
(Andres Cediel/FRONTLINE)
In detective novels and television crime dramas like "CSI," the nation's morgues are staffed by highly trained medical professionals equipped with the most sophisticated tools of 21st-century science. Operating at the nexus of medicine and criminal justice, these death detectives thoroughly investigate each and every suspicious fatality.
Mother Flippin':One Funny Mother - Depression Doesn't Exist
There is a commercial about an anti-depressant medication that has the catchiest tune playing in the background. I joke with my husband that if depression had a theme song, it must be that little ditty. While lightly giggling at my own joke, I usually hum the tune for him. It is a remarkably jovial sound bite to apply to such a serious condition.
News Spotlight: Hot Off The Press! The New Citizens Press Celebrates 10 years!
LANSING, MI -- The New Citizens Press (TNCP) newspaper is celebrating its 10 year anniversary at the Creole Gallery located at 1218 Turner Street on Saturday, February 19. There will be live entertainment and an awards ceremony. Doors open at 6:00 pm for networking and dinner. The entertainment will begin at 7:00 pm.
Celebrating 10 Years By Honoring Two Local Women
Above left: Addie Jackson (left) had cancer and her sister, Ardene Jackson, despite her own personal struggles fought along side her every step of the way.
Above right: Phyllis Palmer is a recovering drug addict who is now clean and going to college. She would like to get a degree that would allow her to help others in a time of need.
LANSING, MI -- On February 19, 2011, two courageous women will be honored at the 10th Anniversary Celebration of The New Citizens Press as recipients of the "Staying the Course" Award. "Stay the course" is a phrase used in the context of a war or battle meaning to pursue a goal regardless of any obstacles or criticism. Addie Jackson is a breast cancer survivor while Phyllis Palmer is recovering from drug addiction one day at a time. The battle these women faced were different but these veterans shared similar journeys.
Your Other 8 Hours: A Revolutionary New Way to Learn
One of the best ways to make incremental progress during your other eight hours is to learn. There are all sorts of newfangled websites that can teach you a thing or two -- some with nifty videos and others with PowerPoint presentations. Call me old school, but I think one of the easiest and most economical ways to learn is by reading a book.
Michigan Assists Suffering Children as Haiti Rebuilds
The elementary classroom kids standing with caregivers Ogline Pierre (left) and Michelle Dolce (right). The man in the background is a security guard. Crime has spiked since the devastation. The wall in the background is what remains of a wall after the earthquake. Courtesy photo
After the earthquake that hit Haiti on January 12, 2010, many orphans and school children were brought to Maxeau Balthazar's yard in Port-au-Prince . Mr. Balthazar's home was an obvious safe place to go because he had previously created a humanitarian services organization in Haiti.
The Social Network" was a box office hit!
STARTING THIS WEEK: "THE SOCIAL NETWORK": One of the best-reviewed movies of 2010, director David Fincher and screenwriter Aaron Sorkin's superb drama recalls the roots of Facebook through the personal experiences that prompted then-college student Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg, in an excellent, complex performance) to develop what morphed into the wildly popular website. Its growing pains were considerable, though. Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Rooney Mara, Josh Pence, Joseph Mazzello and Brenda Song also are in the sterling cast. DVD extras: audio commentary by Fincher and Sorkin. **** (PG-13: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray)
Rick Steves: Tourist Beware: Europe's Lastest Travel Scams
Just because someone looks official doesn't mean they are. In Italy, "Tourist Police" may stop you on the street, flash their bogus badges, and ask to check your wallet for counterfeit bills or "drug money." Courtesy photo
Gelato in hand, you're strolling down a street in Italy, when suddenly, an attractive woman starts arguing with a street vendor. A crowd gathers as he accuses her of shoplifting.
Caribbean Entertainment Year In Review
By CaribWorldNews
NEW YORK, NY -- Say Caribbean entertainers and 2010 has got to be the year sexy Grammy-winning Bajan singer Rihanna took her career to a whole new level.
Mighty Medicine: Committed to Haiti's Recovery
Mighty Medicine is continuing to build a reputation for making great music that is healing and uplifting. Photo by David Smith
LANSING, MI -- Mighty Medicine, soul rock duo, is helping to organize a benefit concert Saturday, January 8th from 4pm-10pm at Everybody Reads Bookstore located at 2019 East Michigan Avenue in Lansing, MI. The proceeds from this concert will support the Bucoseh Orphanage and school in Haiti. Mighty Medicine is guitarist and folk instrumentalist, Larry Neuhardt and vocalist and percussionist, DeShaun Sparkle Snead.
Q: How can I empty my mind of all the useless thoughts I have so I can hear God speaking to me? I want to be close to God and feel His presence, but I have a hard time getting rid of all the distractions in my mind. - J.W.H.
How do I wear that trend… electric blue
After a spring and summer of bright colors, one has managed to break through and hold on into the colder months. Electric blue was a hot color on the runways for fall/winter and I think it's a wonderful and easy trend to get involved with.
Fast Facts 9-25
By the Capital Area District Library Reference Department
The Reference Staff at the Downtown Lansing Library includes librarians with a variety of backgrounds and life experiences. They are some of the most valuable best resources the library offers! For example, Marisela G. heads up our language resources. She is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish, so she often assists patrons who would otherwise have a difficult time communicating with staff.
Atlanta's Tourist Attractions Bring Many To Its City
The lobby of the The World of Coca Cola located in Atlanta,Georgia provides an artistic taste to the famous brand. Photo by Keyarrow Murphy
By Sunne Khurana
My getaway will possibly include ancient sites and traditional tourist attractions. Nevertheless, I mostly prefer finding off the beaten path that makes fun and unique trip. Do you know anything about those shopping, dining, and entertainment? More than hundred different places will keep you very busy for hours when you visit this attraction.
Your Other 8 Hours: Invest in Me, Inc.
How would you like to earn a 100,000 percent investment return without investing in the stock market? The greatest financial asset you have is not your house, your 401(k) or even your job.
News Spotlight: Open auditions for Michigan State University Children and Youth Choirs
EAST LANSING, MI – Children and youth ages 7-18 years old are invited to audition for MSU Children and Youth Choirs at the MSU Community Music School.
News Spotlight: World AIDS Day 2010
The Lansing Area AIDS Network (LAAN) along with the greater Lansing community is hosting a program recognizing World AIDS Day on Tuesday, December 1st at the Hannah Community Center in East Lansing. Every 9Ω minutes, someone in the United States is infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.
How Much Is Fat and How Much Is Muscle?
By Eric Heiden M.D.
The vast majority of fitness-seekers, even those who are quite knowledgeable, have no idea how to properly gauge their body composition -- how much of their body weight is fat and how much is muscle -- which is so important to truly measuring fitness.
About to Give Up
from "Serving Productive Time"
Whenever I check into a hotel, I routinely ask, "Where's a good place to eat? What sights should I see while I'm here?" My next question, "Could you please give me directions to the local jail?" typically produces an interesting reaction or two.
Mother Flippin': One Funny Mother
When I was a little girl my baby brother swallowed one of my emerald earrings. My father gave them to me for my sixth birthday as a matching set that also included a heart-shaped locket with a single emerald adorning the little door. I asked him not to put the earring in his mouth, he didn't listen and then it was gone
Fast Facts: A Day at the Desk
By Reference Librarian Anne Rau
Being a Reference Librarian is a job that keeps you on your toes. You never know what someone will ask; questions fly at you on every subject. Although it's challenging work, it's also very interesting. I decided to keep a log about the requests I received on just one single day at the Reference Desk.
Eco-friendly Fashion-Take old pieces and make them new!
I know I'm always talking about stores like Target, Walmart and Dots when it comes to finding great clothes at reasonable prices. Well there is another way you can update your wardrobe without spending much or any money at all; closet shopping.
Your Other 8 Hours: Skimps and Splurges for Starting a Business
There are few things in life as exhilarating as starting a business in your free time. Your day job may provide you with some satisfaction and energy, but it's nothing like the shot in the arm you can get when you focus your strengths and skills on starting a business that gives you passion and purpose.
News Spotlight: CATA SERVICE CHANGES FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Lansing, MI—In observance of Thanksgiving Day, the Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA) will conclude all MSU campus bus service at 11:30PM on Wednesday, November 24, 2010. All other CATA routes and services will conclude at their regular time on Wednesday.
News Spotlight: Kwanzaa Intellectual-Fest
In December, MSU-AAAS's speaker series "Re-negotiating Meaning in Black Studies Today" will present an event that advances knowledge about an African American holiday, Kwanzaa. Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African holiday that celebrates family, community, culture and consciousness.
News Spotlight: Detroit's urban farms could provide a majority of fruits and vegetables for local residents
EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Transforming vacant urban lots into farms and community gardens could provide Detroit residents with a majority of their fruits and vegetables.
As city officials ponder proposals for urban farms, a Michigan State University study indicates that a combination of urban farms, community gardens, storage facilities and hoop houses -- greenhouses used to extend the growing season – could supply local residents with more than 75 percent of their vegetables and more than 40 percent of their fruits.
News Spotlight: Lansing Workers' Center Recognizes Wage Theft
During a national week of action concerning wage theft, the Lansing Workers' Center, continues to empower workers to stand up for their rights. Since opening its doors last Labor Day, the Lansing Workers' Center and has been talking to workers about wage theft, unemployment claims, and everything in between.
News Spotlight: LANSING MOTORCYCLE SHOOT: Hello all future cast members!
Hello all future cast members!
The two days of the shooting are coming up on us quickly so as promised, here are some specifics of our shoot. Please read everything as it will include what to bring, parking information and call times. Also, please feel free to contact Tim Whalen | Senior Graphic Designer | MessageMakers
whalen@messagemakers.com - 517.482.3333 with any questions that you might have.
How do I wear that trend…velvet and velour
Velvet is back! Well by back, I mean for the second fall season in a row. So if you took the challenge I presented last year and got yourself some velvet, rejoice because you made a sound style choice. Velvet and velour made appearances on the runways of Fall 2010 fashion weeks so it made my fall trend list as well.
Potter Park Zoo Receives Millage Renewal
Potter Park Zoo Red Panda
Voters in Ingham County showed their support for the Potter Park Zoo by voting for the Zoo's millage renewal.
Schuler Books & Music welcomes New York Times Bestselling Author Victoria Rowell
LANSING, MI -- Victoria Rowell is a New York Times Bestselling author, Award-winning actress and lecturer. Rowell will be at Schuler Books & Music, 2820 Towne Centre Blvd., on Monday, November 1.
Mother Flippin':One Funny Mother 9-20
Dirty Fingers
Have you ever watched yourself? We all make quick glances in the mirror on our way out the door. I am wondering if you ever spend time consciously noticing how you move through the world. Lately, I have. It has been a time of evaluating my reflection. Finding new parts of myself and parts that, as it occurs to me now, I just locked away in a trunk for later perusal.
Read More Friday, October 29, 2010
News Spotlight: 2010 Veterans Tribute
2 p.m. at the Michigan Historical Museum, Lansing
New York's Apollo Theater Exhibit Hits Detroit
Apollo Theater Exterior, 2008
Photo courtesy of the Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. Photo by Shahar Azran
The first exhibition to explore the Apollo Theater's seminal impact on American entertainment will be on view at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit, Michigan from October 1, 2010 - January 2, 2011.
Kidnapping in Nigeria and its Root Causes
By Ijeoma Daberechi Odoh
The current situation in Nigeria could be likened to an inferno drawing both the old and the young; the rich and the poor; and the local and the international communities to itself. Hardly a day passes in Nigeria without kidnapping incidents making the headlines. Kidnapping is now a lucrative venture with some jobless youths manning the business. No one is safe anymore.
Read More Saturday, October 23, 2010
On the Road with MoJo Table-for-Two Reviews: Hey Cupcake!
The cupcake business is riding high at Hey Cupcake!
1600 South Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78704
Price Range: From $2.75 each
Getting and Keeping Your Garden in Shape for Next Spring
Fall is an ideal time to clean up your garden, improve your soil and take other steps to prepare for next spring's
planting.
TMS Photo
Cultural Awareness: Climbing the Academic Ladder
First generation born American, Jane Le Skaife and her husband
married in Vietnam years after meeting in college. Courtesy photo.
By Jane Le Skaife
Nguoi Viet 2
People are usually perplexed to learn that I spent the first five years of my schooling as an English as a Second Language (ESL) student, especially considering I was born here and I can speak English confidently without an accent. Their bewilderment soon turns into understanding when I explain that my parents were refugees from Vietnam, and Vietnamese was the only language spoken in our household.
Michigan Air National Guard Assigns New Senior Chaplain
LANSING, MI -- It was a calling for Lt. Col Theodore Whitely when he became a chaplain in the military 21 years ago.
On the Road with MoJo Table-for-Two Reviews: FRAN'S HAMBURGERS
Traditional diner atmosphere with friendly customer service
[Mo:] When you think about old school, traditional burger join
ts, what thoughts come to your mind?
me2u - 9-19 - Plate
By Melik
I have never been to prison. I have never spent a long stint in jail. I have never been in a position where I was starving. I have had times in my life when my cabinets were almost bare but have always managed to get at least a couple of meager meals in a day. So I can't tell you where protecting my food comes from. I do not like to share. Maybe it is a germ factor. I do not like it when others put their DNA filled fork on to my plate. I figure if I am not in a kissing relationship with you I do not want to use food as a cootie sharing medium.
Fast Facts - 9-19- Science Fairs
By Carol Grund
CADL
For many years, science fairs have been part of the school curriculum, especially in elementary schools. They offer a chance for students to learn about a particular topic in science or engineering that they are excited about, and to share it with other students and family members.
Local Non-Profit Helps Artists Connect with Entertainment Industry Professionals
LANSING, MI -- Getting into the entertainment industry is more than just making beats and knowing how to play an instrument or sing.
According to an article in www.ehow.com there are different methods for breaking into show business and taking steps to creating a successful career. They suggest that performers acquire knowledge. They add that before you can step off into any business, you must know the requirements of that business. Many people fail to get even the most beginning knowledge about the entertainment business before they run headlong into it.
Retire Smart: The New Retirement Plan: Watch the Expense Side of the Equation
By Mark Miller
How much will you need to live on in retirement? You'll often hear the big financial services companies offer this rule of thumb: Plan to replace 80 percent of your working income in retirement.
On the Road with MoJo Table-for-Two Reviews: Joe's Bakery and Coffee Shop
Tues. - Sun.: 6:30am-3pm
Joe's Bakery & Coffee Shop is a family business serving Austin since 1962. The Avila family celebrates the traditions of the Mexican American culture from the food they serve and many patrons enjoy the recipes that they have been serving over the years.
Retire Smart: To Understand Your 401K Plan, Just Focus on the Fees
If you've spent hours analyzing the investment strategies of the mutual funds in your retirement portfolio, here's some bad news: You could have saved a lot of time just focusing on the fees.
As I See It: Minorities in Agriculture
Shakara Tyler is a Penn State University senior majoring in Agricultural Sciences with two minors in Agricultural Communications and Law and Liberal Arts. During the summer of 2010 she was a research scholar at Michigan State University in the Summer Research Opportunities Program.
She writes about the plight of minorities in agriculture.
Father of Slain Child Vows: "My Daughter Will Not Be Forgotten"
Top Left: Amaia Edmond 7-years-old, Wexford Montessori
student died onJuly 23, shows her dazzling personality on Easter Sunday, which was on April 4th in 2010. Courtesy photo.
One Year Later, The Murder of James Lauderdale III is Still Unsolved
LANSING, MI -- Jackie Summerville lovingly picked up her grandchild, Kyla Lauderdale and grazed her lips across her chubby cheek. Jackie lamented that she had been through enough this past year and was grateful for the opportunity to cherish one kiss from the 1-year-old.
Read More Sunday, July 4, 2010
Former Lansing Teacher and Michigan Army National Guard Soldier selected to attend United States Army War College
Lieutenant Colonel Shawn A. Harris, of Kentwood, Michigan, is among the chosen few to pursue this dream of elite Soldiers. In August 2010, Harris will report to the United States Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
Dare to Ask: Two Faiths, Four Issues Over Funeral
I converted to Judaism 12 years back. My mother has decided to start practicing Catholicism again and announced to me, her only child, that she wants a Catholic burial. I have issues with embalming, waiting past three days to bury, an open casket and a ceremony in a church. Please help! I want to honor my mother without dishonoring my faith. -- It's Me, Jewish female, Dallas
Libraries to Close Without Millage?
Libraries Now, a Ballot Question Committee and fundraising group, announces the formation of a millage committee called Support CADL. This new committee is working to communicate with the public about the many contributions the Capital Area District Library makes to the Greater Lansing community. Support CADL is also working to assure the renewal of the current operating millage for the CADL systemL
Teen Talk: "Phantom of the Opera" Fashion
The "Phantom of the Opera" production has been loved by millions for over the years. The traveling production of "Phantom" put on by The Music Box company has given people all over the world a chance to experience the magic it brings. Beyond being so mesmerizing and captivating, there is so much unseen work and dedication that goes on behind the curtain. Over twenty semi trucks carry the show from city to city. Within the trucks there are over sixty gondola closets of just costumes alone!
Travel Troubleshooter: I Had to Pay Twice For My Flights to Mexico
Colleen Farmer's flight to Mexico is rescheduled multiple times before she leaves on her vacation, but when she finally shows up at the airport, her airline demands an additional $948 for two one-way tickets. Now her online travel agency is balking at a refund for the second ticket. What can she do?
What have you done for your state lately?
Michigan is in a defining moment in history. More of our people are out of work than in a lifetime. Those of us lucky enough to still have a job are working far more for less. Our roads and our infrastructure are crumbling before our very eyes, and even our children's education is in jeopardy.If we do not take action now, we could be the first generation in Michigan to leave it in worse condition for our children.
Lansing Prepares to Join Thousands In Detroit for Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice at US Social Forum
Over 15,000 people from grassroots community organizations will converge at the U.S. Social Forum (USSF), Detroit June 22 – 26, 2010 under the vision, "Another World Is Possible.
Local Organization Readies Students to Vote
Teresa Tran, National Honor Society student at Eastern High School volunteered to help classmates register to vote. Deedre Williams, member of A. Philip Randolph Institute (APRI), a non-profit "Get-Out-The-Vote" voter education organization, facilitated the registration and Bruce Utter from the City of Lansing's Clerks Office assisted with questions about the voting machines.
Rotating Seasonal Clothing
Before you pack away the winter clothes make sure they are clean and in good condition.
As I See It - 9-8 - QP Voices: Enquiring Minds Wanted to Know
By Mary Sanchez
It's a pity to say, but the reporters who worked on one of the most explosive journalistic investigations this year don't have a ghost of a chance for recognition by the Pulitzer Prize committee. Why? Because they work for the National Enquirer.
Teen Talk : Violence
By Lynda Nguyen
All over the world teens are choosing to act irresponsibly. They tend to abuse and put others down. Why is that? Some do it for their own personal enjoyment. Others do it so they would fit in and because that's what all their friends are doing. Peer pressure can be hard to ignore, but is this what it has really come down to?
TravelMuse: 5 Cruise Myths Debunked
The midnight Grand Buffet and all of those talented chefs who prepared it! The Celebrity Cruises Motor Vessel Century viewed from the dock. 70,606 tonnage, 815 feet long, 105 foot beam width, 22 knot top speed, 14 decks, 1750 guests and 868 crew.
Source: Midnight Buffet, Celebrity Cruise Ship Century
Health Care Squabbles Continue
By Bob Robinson
The new health care bill is slated to help with the high cost of prescriptions.
News Spotlight: Smith only Dem candidate to gain in polls
State Representative Alma Wheeler Smith (D-Salem) today announced that her campaign is the only in the Democratic primary that is gaining momentum. Smith's claim comes after the latest results of a Rasmussen opinion poll were released.
Reggie Clemons on Death Row in Missouri: A Case of Reasonable Doubt
Twenty-five years ago, Darryl Burton was convicted of capital murder and armed criminal action in a St. Louis, Missouri, trial court. His conviction has all the characteristics of a wrongful conviction: "eye witness" informants, ineffective trial counsel, and an array of procedural obstacles which all combined to leave Mr. Burton trapped in a Missouri prison for 24 years. Burton is shown here with Vera Thomas, Reggie's mother at the 3rd Anniversary of the Justice for Reggie Campaign in December of 2008. Courtesy photo
Michigan is on The Right "Trac": Helping Small Businesses
Roundtable Discussion on Small Businesses at Lansing Community College: (Scott Guernsey, HR Component; Brent Knight, President of Lansing Community College; Linda Hundt, Sweetie-licious Bakery Cafe; Dave Adams, Michigan Credit Union League CEO; George Wood, Home Energy Audits; Governor Jennifer M. Granholm; Andy Otteman, Parnunu, LLC; Rina Risper, President & Publisher of The New Citizens Press; Nancy Boese, Michigan Small Business Technology Development Center Region 7 regional director and Greg Main, President and Michigan Economic Development Corporation CEO. Photo by Adam DeLong
2010 Most Influential & Interesting
During the entire year prior to this edition, we are looking for people who are doing great things in our community. They may or may not be on your radar but to The New Citizens Press they provide value to our community. We also realize that there are others who you think belong in "The Most Influential and Interesting" column. We are willing to consider anyone regardless of race, affiliations, education or socioeconomic background.
Michelle Obama Presents Inaugural Gown to Smithsonian
The First Lady joined the dress' 27-year old designer Jason Wu for the ceremony , which welcomes the one-of-a-kind one shoulder ivory gown in "The First Ladies at the Smithsonian" exhibit.
Above: Jason Wu and First Lady Michelle Obama
America's Top Model is Accepting Online Photos
In recent years, modeling shows and modeling contest that attract hopefuls from all over the nation are the "reality television show rage". One of the most popular shows is Tyra Banks' America's Next Top Model. Tyra.com is holding an exclusive America's Next Top Model search just for those young hopefuls. Photo of Tyra Banks
Congratulations Willard K. Walker Recipient of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Legacy Award
"It's not the towering sail, but the unseen wind that moves the ship" - a Proverb
Former City of Lansing Human Relations and Community Services department director and State of Michigan executive, Willard Walker, is a senior policy consultant at Public Policy Associates (PPA), Incorporated, a national research and development firm.
Haitian-American Family Mourns Loss of Relatives
An earthquake survivor removes debris from a devastated road in Port-au-Prince, Haiti on February 2, 2010. The Jan. 12, 2010, 7.0-magnitude earthquake left thousands of Haitians displaced and without access to food, water and vital medical care. Photo by MC2 Todd Frantom
TravelMuse: Single Parent Family Vacation Savings Tips
Mother and daughter spending a day at the beach.
Photo by: longhorndave, http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidw/.
AboutThatCar.com: Dodge Ram HD – Back to Business
The powerful Dodge Ram HD gives you options.
Is Our Poor Mother Earth Finally Fighting Back?
By Wells Mahkee
Navajo Hopi Observer
With all the recent tragedies the world has encountered in recent years, it's been quite surprising to me that not one person - not even in Indian Country - has mentioned what I happen to believe is happening on our poor planet Earth; our poor, neglected, abused shell of a "mother" who apparently has had quite enough of what her "children" have been doing to her and is now striking back with force. How else would you explain the recent surge in natural disasters, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, tsunamis and the like?
Mother of 'Idol' Contestant Angela Martin Still Missing
Angela Martin (above), an "American Idol" auditioner in Chicago who wowed all four judges with her rendition of Mary J. Blige's "Just Fine" , continues to search for her missing mother, who was last seen leaving a family dinner on Christmas day.
Getting Rid of Junk Mail
Feeling overwhelmed with junk mail? Sorting through it is easier than you think.
News Spotlight: Michigan State licenses tattoo-matching technology to ID criminals, victims
Corrections and law enforcement officials will now have the capability to search tattoo image databases to help identify suspects, criminals and victims
Read More Wednesday, January 20, 2010
National and World: US Residents Mount Humanitarian Aid to Haiti
A group of Haitian American leaders, state and local officials met to map out a humanitarian relief efforts as the extent of the damage from a category 7.0 earthquake hit Haiti.
National and World: BBB Advises Donors on How to Vet Haiti Earthquake Charity Appeals
Not All Charities are Equipped to Help and Some Might be Fraudulent, Warns BBB
News Spotlight: Nigerian Terror Suspect: This Apple Fell Too Far From the Tree
The Mutallabs: contrasting terror-bound son Farouk Abdul Mutallab and business mogul father Alhaji Umaru Mutallab (above). On December 25, 2009 Farouk attempted to blow up a plane that was travelling from Amsterdam to Detroit, MI
Photo www.usafricaonline.com
TYLER PERRY PREPS TOUR OF NEW MADEA PLAY
'Madea's Big Happy Family' marks character's first stage outing in five years
As I See It - 8-25 - Anime: Tragedy Replaces Happy Ending in Fairy Tales
Let me tell you a story. Once upon a time in a village full of ninjas there lived an orphan named Naruto. When he was born, the chief of the village sealed a powerful and malevolent spirit of a nine-tailed fox inside thee child's belly.
SERENA FINED LARGEST AMOUNT IN USTA HISTORY: US Open tirade will cost her more than 82 grand
Serena Williams was fined a record $82,500 for her U.S. Open outburst against a lineswoman and could be suspended from the annual New York event if she has another "major offense" at any Grand Slam in the next two years.
Read More Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Don't Fall Prey to Identity Thieves over the Holidays
Tips to help you keep your money safe during the holiday season.
LEBRON JAMES DISCUSSES CANCER SCARE
NBA player describes 'nerve-racking' wait for biopsy results
Even in Death, King of Pop Stirs Racial Divide
The first nasty inkling that even the King of Pop can stir racial divides came with the Mt. Everest-sized list of postings on blogs, chat rooms, and Web sites the week after Michael Jackson's death. Many writers dredged up all of the old drug, child molestation and other dirt digs on Jackson.
Read More Monday, July 20, 2009
U.S. Combat Troops on Pace to Leave Iraqi Cities by June 30
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Fredrick Santucci, attached to 2nd Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, and an Iraqi army officer plan a patrol route through the city of Abu Ghraib, Nassir Wa Salam province, Iraq, on May 17, 2009. DoD photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Robert Whelan, U.S. Navy
News Briefs 8-8
BBB Warns Against Swine Flu Scams: Scammers are creating their own epidemic of spam e-mails
EXTREME MAKEOVER - COLIN POWELL EDITION
Former Secretary of State to appear on ABC show to thank a disabled Gulf War vet
FALLOUT CONTINUES OVER LEAKED RIHANNA PHOTO: LAPD investigating; singer's dad blames cops
The father of pop star Rihanna is blaming the Los Angeles Police Department for the leak of a photo showing his daughter's battered and bruised face following a domestic dispute with Chris Brown.
Black History: Redefined in 2009: Part 2
Another Defining Black History Moment – Pittsburgh Steelers' NFL Super Bowl Championship - African American Head Coach, Youngest Ever, and MVP Takes Top Honors -
LIL KIM, DAVID ALAN GRIER GO 'DANCING'
Lawrence Taylor also among cast of new hoofers for ABC's competition series
The Stimulus Bills
House vs. Senate
Barack Obama's Presidential Inauguration
The Regional Inaugural Balls are an inaugural tradition that President-elect Obama continued, inviting guests from the Midwest, the West, the East, the South, and the Mid-Atlantic regions to their own celebrations. It is one of the 10 balls that the president and Michelle attended. Photo by Barbara Roberts Mason
JUSTICE: Post-Katrina, White Vigilantes Shot African-Americans With Impunity
In the days after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans fractured along racial fault lines as its government collapsed. Read about it in our next edition. White vigilante gunmen nearly killed Donnell Herrington.
Photo by Chandra McCormick & Keith Calhoun
The way Donnell Herrington tells it, there was no warning. One second he was trudging through the heat. The next he was lying prostrate on the pavement, his life spilling out of a hole in his throat, his body racked with pain, his vision blurred and distorted.
A Capitol Getaway
(BPRW) In January, Washington, D.C. will experience heavy tourism due to the inauguration of President-Elect Barack Obama. If your only knowledge of the D.C. area comes from watching political news coverage, there's more to learn. An inauguration is not the only reason to visit this city, and the D.C. area has much to offer travelers of all ages and interests beyond politics.
Hudson school bullying case goes to trial
Bullying has affected many students negatively. Unfortunately, some adults don't take it seriously. The student in the story inside decided to fight the system.
DON KING WEIGHS IN ON BUSH'S SHOE ATTACK
Boxing promoter Don King is raving over President George W. Bush's cat-like reflexes as he dodged two shoes hurled at his face by an Iraqi journalist during a press conference Sunday in Baghdad.
50 CENT CONCERNED ABOUT ECONOMY: Rapper looses millions, investment portfolio in trouble
While 50 Cent may not literally see his net worth dwindle down to the amount of his rap moniker, the mogul is worried about his financial assets as stock markets and real estate values continue to plummet.
The Fight Against HIV/AIDS Still Rages After 25 Years
World AIDS Day is on December 1st. It's an important day of commemoration throughout the world to remember those who have died, to pray for those still suffering, and to come together in solidarity to fight the greatest humanitarian crisis in the world today.
BARACK OBAMA IS PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
Harvard graduate, Barack Obama, 47, begins his transition to the White House at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW (above). On January 20, 2009, he will be sworn in as the 44th president.
JENNIFER HUDSON TO CRUSADE AGAINST CRIME AFTER LOSING FAMILY TO GUN VIOLENCE
Still reeling from the murders of her mother, brother and nephew, Jennifer Hudson says she wants to use the tragedy to speak out against crime and gun violence in the urban community.
Chicago Sun-Times columnist Bill Zwecker reported Tuesday of Hudson's plans to "use the newly formed foundation she established with her sister Julia to try to reduce the daily killings in inner-city communities across the nation."
JURORS DISCUSS O.J.'S GUILTY VERDICT
Panelists say decision influenced heavily by secret audio tapes
Seven jurors from the O.J. Simpson trial say their guilty verdict was influenced more by secret audio tapes and surveillance video than eyewitness accounts, reports the Associated Press.
LIL' DENZEL IN NEW 'BOYS & GIRLS CLUB' CAMPAIGN: Child photos of famous former members part of new promos
The childhood photos of former Boys & Girls Clubs of America" members Denzel Washington, Shaquille O'Neal, Jackie Joyner-Kersee and others are featured in a new ad campaign for the organization, titled "BE GREAT."
'Extreme Makeover': Home Edition' project coming to Michigan's Capital
LANSING, MI -- At the end of September one lucky family will be surprised when ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" crew knocks on their door. One of five families that live close to or in Lansing were nominated for the TV show. This will be the third home built in the state.
GLUNA Revisits Why the USA is at War
Some young men and women currently going as soldiers into the Bush Iraqi war were born during the first Iraqi war and now old enough to vote. Iraq had marched its army into Kuwait stealing a huge oil field. George Bush, Sr., an experienced diplomat, rallied support though the United Nations for a swift and decisive counter-attack driving the Iraqi army back into Iraq.
Barack Obama's Lansing speech
Remarks of Senator Barack Obama
New Energy for America
OBAMA STEERS CAMPAIGN AWAY FROM NASCAR
Presidential hopeful turns down request to sponsor car in Sprint Cup series
Obama seen with Governer Granholm
Cost of Fuel is Top Economic Concern for Michigan Families
MICHIGAN -- Michigan has had more than its share of economic hardships in recent years, but when Michigan voters were asked the biggest economic problem facing their family, the cost of fuel trumped everything. Gas prices have risen to $4.15 across the nation.
BBB Warns Vacationers that Travel Club Membership Doesn't Always Pay
Before you sign on the dotted line, check it out before you check in:
Would-be travelers are spending thousands of dollars to take advantage of travel deals that didn't exist.
One company was also ordered to pay $70,000 in restitution to the Michigan Attorney General's Office.
Part II - Weighing Justice in America: Is there equality for the rich and the poor?
When Walter Swift was freed after being wrongly imprisoned for 26 years he told the crowd that he feels like a bird has been let out of a cage. He is shown with lawyers from the Innocence Project, a group that works to free those who are wrongly imprisoned. Courtesy Photo
Part I - Weighing Justice in America
The Case of Claude Mc Collum: Attorney Hugh B. Clarke,Jr.; Cheryl Bartz, who is on the Committee for Social Justice at Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lansing and Claude McCollum who was recently released from prison for a crime he didn't commit. TNCP Photo.
JOHN MCCAIN TAKES CASE TO ESSENCE.COM
Presumptive Republican nominee talks about views on Obama and plans for black America
Hard Times Causing More Americans to Stretch Money
Elizabeth handing Pat a coupon from Kroger for dry cleaning services at Sunshine Laundromat & Dry Cleaners.
Photo TNCP.
CLINTON WINS PENNSYLVANIA PRIMARY: But she still can't over come Obama delegate lead.
We have to give Hilary Rodham Clinton her props. In spite of the odds, she's found a way to hang in there.
This April the theme is "Put a Poem inYour Pocket."
Black History Month Events at Lansing Community College, New Era Canning Company Expands Nationwide Recall Risk of botulism from additional canned vegetable products
BILL CLINTON DEFENDS NAPPING DURING MLK EVENT: Former president also addresses 'race baiting'
As Hillary and Bill Clinton continue to catch heat for remarks criticized as reducing her Democratic presidential rival Barack Obama to "the black candidate," the former president was a guest on the ABC Radio-syndicated Doug Banks and DeDe McGuire Show and spoke about the issue of race becoming a factor in the two campaigns.
URBAN WHEEL AWARDS FINALISTS ANNOUNCED: An Evening of Fashion, Stars and Cars at 12th Annual Event in Detroit
The Mercedes-Benz C Class was chosen as "Car of the Year" by an independent panel of automotive journalists for th "Urban Wheel Awards" that will be held in Detroit,MI On January 15, 2008. Other winners in the "Car of the Year" category are the Chevrolet Malibu and the Honda Accord. Co-hosts will be Actress Rosie Perez, and Kevin Frazier, of Entertainment Tonight.
Police Shootings Cause Distress in Communities Nationwide
STATES REPORTED MORE THAN 2,000 ARREST-RELATED DEATHS FROM 2003 THROUGH 2005
JUDGE JUDY CAUGHT IN RACISM LAWSUIT: Ex-producer says he was fired for objecting to forced rejection of black litigants
TMZ.com is reporting that a former producer on the court show "Judge Judy" says he was fired after complaining about a supervisor's order to halt the booking of black litigants.
NOBODY WANTS VICK'S VIRGINIA PROPERTY
A real estate developer who had purchased Michael Vick's former dog fighting headquarters in Virginia with plans to flip it for a quick profit experienced a rude awakening on December 15 when the property failed to sell at auction.
EVEL KNIEVEL DIES DAYS AFTER KANYE TRUCE: Daredevil passes at age 69
Legendary daredevil Evel Knievel died on November 30, 2007 just days after announcing his meeting with Kanye West that led to a settlement over the rapper's video for "Touch the Sky."
LAWMAKER IN TROUBLE OVER 'BUCKWHEAT' QUIP: Black civil-rights veteran called offensive term by state senator
A state lawmaker in a runoff election in Louisiana called a black civil-rights veteran who had helped her campaign "Buckwheat," angering the NAACP, which urged voters to kick her out of office, reports the Associated Press.
KANYE WEST BURIES HIS MOM IN OKLAHOMA
Rapper leaves European tour to attend services; Jay-Z, Beyonce, Anita Baker, John Legend among mourners.
Corporate America -- Don't Preach Diversity, Practice It
Stanley O'Neal, forced out of the top job at Merrill Lynch, is the highest ranking casualty of the sub-prime loan fiasco -- even as diversity in corporate America is still an issue.
Nooses More Than a Nuisance
The presidential election of 2008 will be historic in several ways. For the first time ever, a woman and an African American both have a viable shot at being the Democratic nominee.
FALCONS HOLD OFF ON CUTTING MICHAEL VICK
Team owner said it's not in the team's 'best long-term interest.'
To Snitch, or Not To Snitch
Black on black murder rates are off the charts, capped by the recent killing of three students in New Jersey, but there are few witnesses willing to testify. The lack of witnesses helps increase the spiral of violence in poor black neighborhoods, notes NAM editor Earl Ofari Hutchinson. Hutchinson is an author and political analyst.
The Darfur Crisis Takes A Toll On The Most Vunerable
"I kept seeing reports about the humanitarian crisis in Darfur that were so cruel it made my body cringe. "
- Tashmica Torok, Founder of The Whisper Campaign-
Vietnam War (1959 -1975)
The Vietnam War (known in Vietnam itself as "The America War") was a military conflict in present day Vietnam occurring from 1959 to April 30, 1975.
After Raid, Honor Student Becomes Overnight Parent
U.S. immigration authorities deported her parents to Mexico. Now Leslie Muñoz takes care of her younger siblings while she balances bill paying, tax season, and mortgages with her honors classes.
Michigan Horse Tracks Join in the Excitement of the Kentucky Derby
Want to get into the excitement of the Kentucky Derby without going to Louisville?
The War in Afghanistan - TIP OF THE SPEAR
Michigan Army National Guard Maj. Shawn Harris and Sgt. Maj. David Marshall observe firing on an M-203 grenade launcher range at Camp Grayling, MI as part of training for a deployment to Afghanistan to serve with an Embedded Training Team to train the Afghan National Army on September 20, 2006. The ETT has the mission to train the Afghan Nation Army in U.S. doctrine and tactics to enable the ANA to take over military operations in Afghanistan from U.S. and NATO forces. Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Wilson Tang
New Twist To An Old Scam
LANSING, MI -- The Lansing Police Department is warning the public of a new twist to an old scam. It appears con artists are using legitimate business opportunities to try and scam people looking to make extra money during the holidays working part time.
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Battle for 2008 Latino Vote Underway
(BPRW) -- The 2006 elections are barely over and the race for the 2008 presidency has begun in earnest.
During the Holidays Be Aware of Toy Recalls
Playskool Voluntarily Recalls Toy Tool Benches after the Death of Two Toddlers
Read More Thursday, December 21, 2006
We Remember: Emily Perez - First Female Former West Point Cadet to Die in Iraq
We Remember: Emily Perez - First Female West Point Cadet to Die in Iraq
Olympics 2008 Unreal For Most of China
China is rushing to get ready for the 2008 Summer Olympics. But for millions of Chinese in the interior of the country, far away from Beijing and the other cities on the east coast, the Olympics will have little relevance to their lives. Changsha in Hunan province is the birthplace of Mao's revolution but as NAM contributor Rian Dundon finds out, the Olympics seem very distant from Changsha.
CHANGSHA, Hunan – Mao launched his revolution from Changsha, but from this provincial capital of 2 million the Olympics seem very distant. Beijing and other cities are frenziedly transforming themselves into showcase cities for the 2008 Olympics, but in China's interior, where 60 percent of the population lives, the Olympics are just something you watch on television.
Opening Ceremony for the 2008 Olympics is on Friday, August 8, 2008
The Closing Ceremony is on Sunday, August 24, 2008
Read More Saturday, November 11, 2006
October is Small Business Month
In order to be a successful small or micro business owner, you have to make sure that you have the right tools in order to succeed.
Barkley Serious About Alabama Governor Seat
Charles Barkley is not playing around when he says he wants to be the future governor of Alabama. The former NBA player is currently making moves to ensure that he will indeed take over the position as soon as he becomes eligible.
Eminem Teams With Nike For Charity
Rapper creates limited edition Air Max sneakers to raise funds for disadvantaged youth.
George Bush Is Assassinated In New Film
'Death of a President' is supposed to make a point about 'rushing to judgment.' Imagine this: President George W. Bush gets assassinated and a black man is eventually discovered to be the murderer.
AT&T is Delivering the Digital Lifestyle ? From 3 Screens
Reform legislation could help bring even more choices. It's no longer the digital home – it's the digital lifestyle.
The Mexican Consul will bring his Mobile Consulate Office to Cristo Rey Community Center
LANSING, MI -- The Mexican Consul, Vincente Sanchez-Ventura, will bring his Mobile Consulate Office to Cristo Rey Community Center located at 1717 North High Street on September 9, 2006 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Any Mexican citizen needing to renew a passport, or an ID card (Matriculas Consulares) may apply for one on this date at Cristo Rey Comminty Center.
President Bush Signs Landmark Voting Rights Bill at White House Ceremony
On Thursday, July 27, 2006 at a White House ceremony attended by NAACP leadership, members of the Board of Directors, staff and Civil Rights coalition partners, President Bush signed H.R. 9, the Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks and Coretta Scott King Voting Rights Act Reauthorization and Amendments Act of 2006 into law.
Special on Bahamas Travel :Celebrate the Tradition of Junkanoo
Summer Thompson from Georgia visits the Junkanoo Museum in the Bahamas. Her father Rodney Thompson has Bahamian roots.TNCP Photo.
NASSAU, BAHAMAS -- Almost every visitor to the Bahamas is exposed to junkanoo.
TOMMY LEE APOLOGIZES TO ALICIA KEYS: For fight with Kid Rock during her performance.
Rock star Tommy Lee posted a message on his official Web site explaining his scuffle with Kid Rock during MTVs Video Music Awards, and apologizing to Alicia Keys for the incident taking place during her performance.
LATINA ACTRESSES IN TURMOIL
Lopez movie has hat in hand; Rodriguez faces 18-month bid; Longoria strikes back at Texas officer?
A Dream Deferred: Legal Barriers to Hairbraiding Nationwide are Leaving a Tangled Mess
For more than a decade, African hairbraiders-who create attractive and artistic hairstyles without damaging chemicals-have been handcuffed, arrested, thrown in jail or fined thousands of dollars for practicing their cultural art form. But thanks to the advocacy of the Institute for Justice and its clients, lawmakers and courts in a growing number of states are forcing overzealous bureaucrats to set braiders free.
TNCP Takes a Look at Giving in Our Community: Exploring Homelessness - KATRINA
African American State Legislators Call for Compassion for Hurricane Survivors; Tens of Thousands of Evacuees Face Being Homeless for the Holidays
Top: Tanisha Speed, with her son, Treyvon Speed. They were separated in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Ms. Speed's was able to make it to Lansing with her toddler, Anthony Mitchell (not shown).
Whitewashing Blackface
The controversial article that was printed in the November 27, 2005 - December 10, 2005 article entitled "Blackface Costumes Spark Dialogue" has spurred interesting dialogue from our readers. We have received more feedback from the story that any other. Special commentary section in "Excuse Me Are You Listening?" on Page 2, in our next edition.
This current article is one individuals response to "whitefacing".
BUSH CALLS ON CONGRESS TO RENEW VOTING ACT: Also signs bill to place Rosa Parks statue in the Nation's Capitol
President George W. Bush is seen Thursday, Dec. 1. 2005 in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, as he signs H.R. 4145, to Direct the Joint Committee on the Library to Obtain a Statue of Rosa Parks, which will be placed in the US Capitol's National Statuary Hall. The President is joined by, from left to right, U.S. Sen. Richard G. Lugar, R-Ind., U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Alphonso Jackson, Mrs. Laura Bush, U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr., D-Ill., U.S. Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass., and U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran, R-Miss. White House photo by Paul Morse.
Blackface Costumes Spark Dialogue
A Halloween costume contest at an off-campus college hangout ended with several Stetson University students capturing first place — and a visit to the dean of students.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo on May 5th
According to the U.S. Census Bureau and quite contrary to what is usually reported, 79% of Mexicans speak Spanish at home. Of this group, about half speak English "very well." Thirty-seven percent of Mexican-origin residents are under 18, the highest percentage of that age group among Latino groups. Source: U.S. Census Bureau. Image U.S. Census Bureau Annual Demographic Supplement to the March 2002 Current Population Survey
Attorney General Gonzales Should Revisit Ashcroft FOIA Memo
The nomination and confirmation of Alberto Gonzales as President Bush's replacement for outgoing Attorney General John Ashcroft proved a lightning rod for criticism of many Bush Administration policies.
BIGGIE'S MURDER TO REMAIN UNSOLVED: FBI ends investigation citing no basis for prosecution
The final nail in Biggie's coffin was hammered down last week as the FBI has decided to close its investigation into the rapper's 1997 murder. Federal prosecutors reviewed the evidence and concluded there was no basis for prosecution, Louis J. Caprino Jr., acting head of the criminal division of the FBI's Los Angeles office, said in Friday's editions of the "Los Angeles Times."
The Fight Against Slavery in the New Global Economy
LANSING, MI -- Some may have been shocked by the devastation of the tsunami in Thailand but were dumfounded when reports of human traffickers preying on the children l
A CHAT WITH RUSSELL SIMMONS: Mogul breaks down UniRush Financial Services and Rush Visa Card, status with Def Jam, NAACP presidency.
There are so many Americans who don't have access to a bank account," begins Russell Simmons, whose desire to help folks claw their way out of debt and despair has led the Def Jam co-founder to launch UniRush Financial Services – a company that offers a world of banking opportunities, only without the bank.
REPUBLICAN, JC WATTS LEAVES WASHINGTON
WASHINGTON — House Republican Conference Chairman J.C. Watts, Jr. (R-Okla.) made the following statement on July 1, 2002 at a news conference in Norman, Oklahoma:
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EARVIN 'MAGIC' JOHNSON INVESTS IN THE MAGIC OF HOLLYWOOD
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE) -- A new chapter in the history of one of Hollywood's most fabled locations began today as developer Bond Capital, Ltd. and partners Canyon-Johnson Urban Fund, California State Teachers' Retirement System and HW Marketplace, LLC broke ground for Sunset & Vine,
MICHAEL JACKSON SAYS, "BEAT IT!"
Jackson to end 20-year relationship with Sony label.
LYNCHING PHOTOS ARRIVE IN ATLANTA
Controversial and graphic exhibit at King historic site
Chris Rock Rocks On
Emmy and Grammy award winning funnyman Chris Rock is back on the big screen in the Jerry Bruckheimer action flick, "Bad Company," which also stars Anthony Hopkins, Kerry Washington and Garcelle Beauvais-Nylon.
BONO AND O'NEILL BUMP HEADS ON AFRICAN AID
Sec. of Treasury believes more money will not solve problems
NAACP Says Justice Is Finally Served
Guilty Verdict In Birmingham Church Bombing Murders 1963 Explosion by KKK Took Life of Four Little Girls
THE CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS FOUNDATION READIES FOR ITS 2002 ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE
Washington, D.C. -- The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, (CBCF), announces that its 2002 Annual Legislative Conference, (ALC), will be held from Wednesday, September 11, 2002 to Saturday, September 14, 2002, at the Washington Convention Center, 900 9th Street, N.W., in Washington, D.C.
Hispanic Customs Agents Discuss Discrimination
Hispanic Special Agents recently filed a class action discrimination suit against the U.S. Customs Service. The class complaint was filed May 10, 2002 and alleges that the Customs Service has discriminated against Hispanic Special Agents since the 1970s in promotions, transfers and assignments, awards and bonuses, training, and discipline.
MUHAMMAD AND MICHAEL GO TO THE HILL
Former boxer and actor lobby Congress.
AALIYAH'S PARENTS FILE SUIT AGAINST VIRGIN RECORDS
FOR THE DEATH OF SINGER AND ACTRESS, AALIYAH.
REPRESENTATIVE DEWEESE RESPONDS
TO THE SCANDAL IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
INS Seeks to Hire 8,000 New Employees
Wide Variety of Career Opportunities
REMEMBERING THE LOS ANGELES RIOTS OF 1992
The King beatdown, fires and Operation Hope
Johnson & Johnson Launches Multi-Year, $20 Million Campaign To Recruit Hospital Nurses
'The Campaign for Nursing's Future," an Effort With Nursing Organizations, includes Prime-time Advertising, Scholarships and Recruitment Tools
LISA 'LEFT EYE' LOPES KILLED IN CAR ACCIDENT
Lopes was vacationing in the Central American country of Honduras where she often visited, said TLC manager Bill Diggings, when she died. He told CNN that he received a phone from authorities in Honduras, telling him of the accident. There were seven other people were in the vehicle at the time of the accident and no one else was injured. Lopes was killed instantly.