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Top 10 Questions About Cheating
Adultery is back in fashion again - or so it seems. Whether it's a political wife standing stoically by her husband or a gorgeous celebrity humiliated by a dogging spouse, we often ask ourselves: What
The Racial Blame Game: Immigrants Are Not the Cause of High Unemployment Among Minority Workers
Washington D.C. - Today, the House Immigration Policy and Enforcement Subcommittee is holding a hearing entitled "Making Immigration Work for American Minorities." Despite plenty of evidence to the c
Wendy Williams To Appear On This Season's Dancing with the Stars!
Called a "breakthrough in daytime" by The New York Times, Wendy Williams burst onto the national talk show scene in 2009 with the launch of her daily, syndicated program, The Wendy Williams Show. Tout
Does He Still Love Me?
No matter what anyone says, just about all relationships have their challenges. But how do you know when a problem is more serious? Dear Spirit, Please help. My sex life is quickly going down th
Black Life Advocates Mourn Outside Gosnell’s Clinic, Across the U.S.
Across the U.S., life advocates in the black community gathered outside abortion clinics today for the Day of Mourning, in remembrance of the tens of millions of babies who have been aborted. In P
For Those of You Who Have Been Curious As To What I Look Like, The Mystery Is Now Over!
For Those of You Who Have Been Curious As To What I Look Like, The Mystery Is Now Over! (135 hits) Alright Guys & Gals, Brothers & Sisters, Friends of BIA; I have been thinking of ending the
A Cup Running Over
When people hear a preacher who is satisfied in this way, they sense that much more is coming from him than what he is saying. When I hear a preacher like this, I sense something flowing from him. Pre
Get Lifted Motivational Minute!
Motivational Tip: A Leadership Philosophy: BEFORE you jump to conclusions, ask questions and get the details. This will help you tremendously with maintaining good relationships and making WISE decisi
Halle Berry Tops the Oscars Best Dressed List!
Is anyone else taking note of Halle's fashion sense! She has not made any fashion flubbs on the Red Carpet. I wish I knew instinctly what clothes to wear. Perhaps I'll hire a fashion consultant or
Parents as Partners Workshop
The next “Parents as Partners” Workshop will take place in Atlanta, Ga on March 26, 2011! But the Workshop will be coming to your town too! With your help of course! Please email us at dbrown@mocha
Overcoming infidelity: Four hurdles couples face
Jim sits across from his wife, Kim, who is sobbing deeply. They are each trying to find words that will help them go forward. It's been three months since Jim confessed to Kim his adulterous behavior
Planting Seeds of Change Through Positive Discipline
What is Positive Discipline? Positive Discipline is a program designed to teach young people to become responsible, respectful and resourceful members of their communities. FIVE CRITERIA FOR EFFE
U.S. Arrests Saudi Student in Bomb Plot
WASHINGTON — A 20-year-old Saudi college student who was arrested Wednesday night on bomb charges in Texas wrote in his journal that he sought a student visa three years ago so he could carry out terr
Get Lifted Motivational Minute !
Motivational Tip: Believe and act as if it were impossible to fail. What would you do if you knew you could not fail? Health Tip: Take control of your diet. Make a habit of reading nutritional lab
Rakim Brooks: Wisconsin, DOMA and Presidential Politics
Just before the 2010 midterm elections, James Wyatt, a maintenance worker at a Chicago LGBT community center, made a series of astute observations that placed him in the company of seasoned political
Wisconsin Assembly Passes Bill Stripping Union Rights From Public Workers
The Wisconsin Assembly early Friday passed a bill that would strip most public workers of their collective bargaining rights - the first significant action on the new Republican governor's plan. The v
HIV/AIDS And The Young African American Woman
Many of us sistas find talking about sex difficult. Our partners may get angry or defensive. They sometimes feel that we are accusing them of something or that we don't trust them. Talking is especial
Nation of Islam, Farrakhan Marks 81 Years: Saviours' Day 2011
The 2011 Saviours' Day convention marks the 81st year of the Nation of Islam's existence in North America. Each year, to commemorate the birth of its founder Master W. Fard Muhammad (February 26, 1877
Are " Religious Beliefs Crippling African American Youth" ?
Readers will find 'Theology for a Violent Age' informative, insightful, and a provacative challenge to do a soul search regarding the essence of humanity and being Black in the quest to finally once a
Donald Trump Disses Rihanna!
So Rihanna was paid by Donald Trump to perform at his Mar-a-Lago private club in in Palm Beach. She was paid $500,000 but had to cancel at the last minute because she was feeling under the weather,
Are We Bold Enough To Protect Our Children From Bullying?
In the past few months bullying, or the victimization of some of our youngest citizens, had dominated national headlines. You can hardly pick up a newspaper or turn on the evening news without hearing
Census: More Blacks Moving Back to South
WASHINGTON (February 21, 2011) - The Great Migration, the 60-year escape from segregation and racism that brought American blacks to the North, has reversed course. Better jobs and quality of life in
Actress Regina King's Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
More than half of the 74.5 million adults diagnosed with high blood pressure are female. Many are like actress Regina King, slim and toned. In this exclusive interview, the ''Southland'' star explains
Bravo, Iyanla and Oprah: Sisters Can Work It Out
... 'Part of her reason for appearing on “Oprah” after all that time was to set the record straight about why she left to do her own show with Barbara Walters at the helm. If regular “Oprah” viewers
Whoopi: Lack of Black Oscar Nominees Not a Trend
NEW YORK (AP) — Whoopi Goldberg said Wednesday that the lack of black nominees in major categories of this year's Academy Awards doesn't reflect a trend in the film industry. Speaking after hosting t