By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Family Law Attorney | www.askthelawyer.us Marriage is one of life’s most significant decisions, a commitment that intertwines two lives profoundly. While the excitement of love and partnership often dominates the engagement period, taking time for deep, honest self-reflection is the most critical step before walking down the aisle. An article […]
For many of us, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, when many people dust off their grills to celebrate the holiday and prepare for outdoor cooking in the warmer months ahead. As they do, the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) offers important safety tips and guidelines to help ensure that the grilling season remains […]
By Sandy Connors | Photo courtesy: Seattle Storm Dominique Malonga, the 6-foot-6 center selected No. 2 overall by the Seattle Storm in the 2025 WNBA Draft, is already drawing comparisons to the league’s elite. At just 19 years old, Malonga is viewed by league executives as a future cornerstone of the WNBA. In the annual WNBA […]
By Sandy Connors We’ve all been there. You walk into a room and instantly forget why. You blank on someone’s name two seconds after hearing it. Or worse, you lose your damn keys again. If you’re sitting there wondering, “Why the f*ck do I keep forgetting things?”—you’re not alone, and you’re not broken. You’re human. […]
By Paradise Destinations Travel Memorial Day Weekend is more than just a federal holiday—it’s the unofficial start of summer and the perfect opportunity for a quick weekend getaway. Whether you’re planning to travel domestically or internationally, Memorial Day Weekend offers a chance to relax, explore, and reflect. In this article, we’ll explore top destinations, travel […]
By Sandy Connors | Editorial credit: Everett Collection / shutterstock.com Mad Men is a landmark television series that aired from 2007 to 2015, created by Matthew Weiner. Set in the 1960s, it delves into the lives of advertising executives on Madison Avenue, primarily focusing on the enigmatic Don Draper, portrayed by Jon Hamm. The series […]
By Sunita Sohrabji, ACOM The House of Representatives is expected to vote on a measure next week that would slash the Medicaid budget by $880 billion, essentially gutting the program. Late night May 11 House Republicans released the text of a plan that would strip $880 billion from Medicaid, leaving at least 13.7 million people […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens “Who am I?” It’s a question as ancient as human consciousness and as fresh as a teenager’s diary. We ask it in moments of quiet reflection and during chaotic change. Are we simply the sum of our genetics, our choices, our upbringing, our jobs, our gender? Or is there something deeper, […]
For many people, grit – the perseverance and passion for long-term goals – is a virtue. It is also a key ingredient in overcoming challenges, achieving success and maintaining resilience. Studies have linked grit with success in goal attainment, improved psychological well-being and increased life satisfaction. But despite conventional narratives equating this type of psychological persistence with well-being, brain research is […]
By Toby Slade, THE CONVERSATION Fashion is one of the most powerful tools we have for understanding ourselves and the world around us. Nowhere is this clearer than in the story of Black American tailoring and the legacy of the Black dandy. Inspired by scholar Monica L. Miller’s groundbreaking book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the […]