Recent Articles


Minority Journalists A Rarity In Newsrooms

Todd A. Smith - Jun 6, 2008 9:15:31

Many in the Black community have joked for years that when a news reporter interviews a person of color they usually opt for the most inarticulate and uneducated minority they could find The stereotypical images of African Americans that many see is usually atypical of the Black professionals that I come across on a daily basis


Earrings For Men

Jason Tye - Jun 6, 2008 1:01:26

Everybody craves to look good, both man and woman But most of the ornaments are only acceptable for women so men are always left behind


The Future Is Not Star Trek

Dan Ronco - Jun 5, 2008 14:50:37

I have always loved Star Trek, from the original series beginning in 1969 to the ever present reruns on television just about any day Admirable characters, a stern but humane Starfleet code to live by, lots of action (but no gore) and the wonder of new frontiers


What Is The The Future Of Fashion

Dave Page - Jun 4, 2008 11:22:27

Designer clothing has been around for decades and it is likely that we will see further developments in the future in terms of designer clothing The fashion industry is constantly changing, and with even the current trends at the moment changing, it is hard to predict exactly what we may see in the future


Famous People In Maine

Attila Jancsina - Jun 1, 2008 13:57:32

Maine, a northeastern state in the United States of America, is home to a number of famous and remarkable people Among these famous people are writer Stephen King, actress Liv Tyler and songwriter Dan Fogelberg


Ideas To Live A Medieval Styles

Ishak Iman - Jun 1, 2008 6:36:53

Have you heard about 'medieval' words Medieval days are organizations and events that regularly celebrate the wonder of the middle ages


Authentic Mexican Recipes Versus Tex-Mex Recipes

Annie Dubois - Jun 1, 2008 1:36:52

When it comes to getting the best in cuisine, we often look to good, old fashioned favorites we grew up with For me, that would mean taking a look at authentic Mexican recipes that bring a piece of Mexico into my home


The Life Of Ian Fleming

David Leigh - May 31, 2008 8:36:26

This year marks the centenary of the birth of Ian Fleming, whose time spent in Naval Intelligence during the Second World War proved to be the catalyst that led to the creation of James Bond, the most iconic character to emerge from 20th century fiction The life of Ian Fleming Fleming was born on May 28th 1908 in Mayfair, a wealthy district of London, and his early years were entirely privileged


New Films Shatter Stereotypes Of Black Men

Todd A. Smith - May 30, 2008 20:43:28

For decades, Hollywood has portrayed African American men in a negative light From pimps, and drug dealers to thugs and womanizers, the portrayal of Black men in the media have led to numerous stereotypes that have ultimately determined how many view an entire group of people


Are HBCUs Still Relevant?

Jeremy James - May 30, 2008 18:15:34

Imagine a time when equality was not available to all Imagine a time when the realization of one?s dream depended solely on the color of one?s skin


The Response To Immigration Protesters By Classmates

Todd A. Smith - May 30, 2008 18:08:26

It has been extremely difficult to watch the news over the past year and not form an opinion of the numerous protests of the proposed immigration laws Students from across the country have skipped class on a daily basis to argue against laws that would make it a felony to be an illegal immigrant or to assist illegal immigrants in the United States


Black Folk, Know Your Place In Jena, Louisiana

Todd A. Smith - May 29, 2008 15:22:34

It was the spring of 1931 A freight train bound for Memphis carried a group of young African Americans in search of a better life


Wake Up Black Men

Todd A. Smith - May 29, 2008 15:15:32

Richard Johnson and Dee Spiller had everything They were star defensive backs for Eisenhower High School in Houston and on their way to play collegiate football at Baylor University


Remember Those Wooden Inlaid Music Boxes?

Jerbob Johnson - May 28, 2008 23:01:25

Remember how intrigued you were as a child when grandma would wind up the music box Generations later, the music box still brings a smile to your face when you hear the music


The Penn Experiment

Todd A. Smith - May 28, 2008 1:29:28

Many cringe when scientists victimize animals for medical experiments However, many African American men from Tuskegee, Ala


Relationship Rescue

Todd A. Smith - May 28, 2008 1:15:30

There was a time when the family was the backbone of the Black community The single parent household was unheard of, and Black men cherished their women as if she was a queen


Justin Boots: Past, Present, Future

Don VanPelt - May 27, 2008 15:50:59

Any product that?s been around for nearly 150 years has to be pretty good Justin Boots, Ivory Soap, and light bulbs all were counted as new developments in 1879


My Battle: A Former Drug User, Comes Clean

Sammy Bickmen - May 27, 2008 11:36:25

I wasn't always an addict Let me put it another way


There's A New Homerun King, And His Name Is Barry Bonds

Todd A. Smith - May 26, 2008 11:29:25

Take yourself back to April 1974, 10 years after the passage of the Civil Rights Act and exactly six years after the assassination of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr


Randy Shannon Named Head Coach Of The U

Todd A. Smith - May 25, 2008 23:50:25

If you were to take a trip across the landscape of college athletics, you would find many sports dominated by people of color From basketball and football to track, many African Americans have become standout athletes in their respective sports


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