MOVIE REVIEW: Soul Men
It was Aug. 9, 2008. My father had been admitted to the hospital because of a heart condition. I was twiddling my thumbs, itching for …
5 tips for party throwers and goers
Over the years, like many readers, I have attended some stand-out holiday parties, punctuated by engaging conversation, great food and memorable moments. But for every …
5 strategies to save online when holiday shopping
NEW YORK (AP) — Shopping online used to be about convenience. This holiday season, make it about saving money. As worries about a recession spook …
Small businesses have cheaper holiday celebrations
NEW YORK (AP) — Many small businesses are scaling back their holiday plans not only because of budgets and cash flow but because some owners …
Williams rejoins 100-yard club
MIAMI (AP) — Ricky Williams knows his stats. He's well aware how long it has been since he ran for 100 yards in a game. …
Electronic Arts wants to help people get fit, too
NEW YORK (AP) — Following in the footsteps of Nintendo's popular “Wii Fit,” the video game publisher known for the “Madden” football games is jumping …
emPower Notes: All of us must rise to a new level
It is nothing short of electric! The atmosphere is charged with hope and promise! The historic nature of what occurred on Tuesday, Nov. 4 is …
THE POLITICS OF BLACKNESS: As history is made in the U.S., an African icon passes
“The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord.” (Job 1:21). “Mama Africa” was the name given to …
Renee’s Reflections: Obama jokes are not funny
The text messages started the next day. One read: “All white people must report to the cotton fields tomorrow at 6 a.m. sharp for orientation.” …
First lady Laura Bush gives Michelle Obama private tour of White House living quarters
WASHINGTON (AP) — From the kitchen to the Lincoln Bedroom and others cloaked in history where her daughters will nod off to sleep, Michelle Obama …