Around the world, food has become more than just something you eat- it is an art. Sushi has evolved into its own culture and style right here in the United States. In some places, Sushi is almost as popular as fast food burgers and fries. Crazy combinations of ingredients can […]
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Affordable Health Care for America Act brings anxiety for tanning salon businesses and their patrons
The newly passed Affordable Health Care for America Act has become a burning concern for tanning salon businesses and their patrons. President Barack Obama’s administration passed the hotly debated healthcare bill; one of the lesser-known provisions of the bill is the 10 percent additional tax on tanning salon fees. According […]
Tyler Perry’s sequel, “Why Did I get Married Too” worth seeing
Tyler Perry’s “Why Did I Get Married Too” has been the center of much deserved buzz. The romantic comedy takes the audience on an emotional rollercoaster. The movie begins with four couples planning their annual trip to the Bahamas. Like most films the plan is for everyone to go and […]
Florida A& M improves performance at the University of Florida Pepsi Relays
The University of Florida Pepsi relays provided a platform for the Florida A&M track teams to showcase their best season form against some of the top tier collegiate programs in the country. Broadcasted live on ESPN, the meet was held at the Percy Beard track inside the James G. Pressly […]
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Animosity between light and dark-skinned African Americans causes division
Skin color has been an issue in the black community for years. Hostility between light and dark- skinned African Americans has caused a skin divide within our communities. It was not until the topic, ” I don’t like my hair texture or the color of my skin,” on the Michael […]
Florida A& M faculty upset by the university’s overpayment error
Several faculty members are furious with the payroll office because of an error that resulted in their overpayment. Some professors at Florida A&M received a letter in 2008 saying that University accidentally overpaid them. Former FAMU Professor Gerald Grow retired in the fall 2009 semester and said he received a […]
Trey Songz, Common and Fabolous will perform to raise money for Haiti
Singer Trey Songz and rappers Common and Fabulous will take the Florida A & M University stage on April 15 to raise funds to support ongoing efforts in the aftermath of the earthquake in Haiti. But what ticket buyers may not realize is that not all of their dollars will […]
Social media is new venue for cyber bullying of children
With the emergence of Facebook, Twitter and even MySpace, bullying has moved from the schoolyard into people’s homes via the Internet. There are more children enduring harsh harassment from their peers that they are deciding to end their lives to escape the verbal and physical abuse. In January, 15-year-old Phoebe […]
Metaphorical video “Window seat” causes turnmoil for Erykah Badu
There has been a lot of buzz in entertainment industry during the past week. Usher released a new album, Nicki Minaj’s Massive Attack music video premiered and more women have come forth about Jesse James’ (husband of actress Sandra Bullock) affairs. However, one woman has shaken the media world more […]