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A prominent Black-owned business in Atlanta, known for its delectable sandwiches from the north, is Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks. However, its impact extends beyond crafting mouth-watering meals. In a profile with Fox 5 Atlanta, Big Dave’s owner, Derrick Hayes, only hopes to give back all that he has received from the
In decades gone by, the only perk you might have received from your boss was a fruit basket around the holidays. Now, corporate wellness programs are tipping employees’ decisions as they consider two companies to work for, and might be contributing to retention as well. They are in abundance as
KFC is in hot grease after Black Twitter called out its racially offensive ad campaign. Billboards across Canada displayed Black people enjoying its famous fried chicken under the slogan of “it’s finger lickin’ good,” drawing criticism for the tone-deaf imagery. Azim Akhtar, director of marketing for KFC’s Canada, presented his
In what could be considered a victory in the eyes of BIG3 owner Ice Cube, an active NBA player participated in a league game over the weekend. Cube, who isn’t exactly feeling the lack of support from the NBA, posted over the weekend that the player with the largest signed contract
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is recognizing Black Breastfeeding Week. Along with lawmakers, advocates, healthcare providers, and community partners, BPHC gathered in Boston’s Roxbury community on the morning of Aug. 24 to shed light on the disparities in Black breastfeeding rates among Black mothers. The City of Boston reported
Dozens traveled to the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park in Atlanta to gather and pay respects to the civil rights leader on Aug. 26, the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington. In a special day of programming, the historic site featured 60-year-old footage of the event, including
In a dynamic move aimed at shaping the future of early education, retired educator and prominent educational consultant, Areulia Davis, introduces a unique STEM learning card set specifically designed for pre-school students. Davis, a dedicated veteran of the education field with over 31 impressive years of experience, now turns her focus
After selling his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets, NBA legend Michael Jordan’s net worth has reportedly skyrocketed to $3.5 billion. According to the Bloomberg Billionaire Index, that figure makes Jordan the richest NBA player in history. Black Enterprise reported that Jordan could pocket an estimated $2.7 billion from the
by Mahalia Boyd, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— Assisting someone with Medicare benefits before turning 65 involves understanding the enrollment process, available coverage options, and important deadlines. Here’s a guide with general steps to help you navigate the Medicare enrollment process: Medicare has specific enrollment periods, and it’s essential to
by Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— September is Healthy Aging Month, an annual observance to bring attention to growing older positively and encourage proactive steps to improve physical, mental, social, and financial well-being as we age. Healthy lifestyle choices and behaviors contribute to a better quality of life
A prominent Black-owned business in Atlanta, known for its delectable sandwiches from the north, is Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks. However, its impact extends beyond crafting mouth-watering meals. In a profile with Fox 5 Atlanta, Big Dave’s owner, Derrick Hayes, only hopes to give back all that he has received from the
In decades gone by, the only perk you might have received from your boss was a fruit basket around the holidays. Now, corporate wellness programs are tipping employees’ decisions as they consider two companies to work for, and might be contributing to retention as well. They are in abundance as
KFC is in hot grease after Black Twitter called out its racially offensive ad campaign. Billboards across Canada displayed Black people enjoying its famous fried chicken under the slogan of “it’s finger lickin’ good,” drawing criticism for the tone-deaf imagery. Azim Akhtar, director of marketing for KFC’s Canada, presented his
In what could be considered a victory in the eyes of BIG3 owner Ice Cube, an active NBA player participated in a league game over the weekend. Cube, who isn’t exactly feeling the lack of support from the NBA, posted over the weekend that the player with the largest signed contract
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is recognizing Black Breastfeeding Week. Along with lawmakers, advocates, healthcare providers, and community partners, BPHC gathered in Boston’s Roxbury community on the morning of Aug. 24 to shed light on the disparities in Black breastfeeding rates among Black mothers. The City of Boston reported
Dozens traveled to the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park in Atlanta to gather and pay respects to the civil rights leader on Aug. 26, the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington. In a special day of programming, the historic site featured 60-year-old footage of the event, including
In a dynamic move aimed at shaping the future of early education, retired educator and prominent educational consultant, Areulia Davis, introduces a unique STEM learning card set specifically designed for pre-school students. Davis, a dedicated veteran of the education field with over 31 impressive years of experience, now turns her focus
After selling his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets, NBA legend Michael Jordan’s net worth has reportedly skyrocketed to $3.5 billion. According to the Bloomberg Billionaire Index, that figure makes Jordan the richest NBA player in history. Black Enterprise reported that Jordan could pocket an estimated $2.7 billion from the
by Mahalia Boyd, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— Assisting someone with Medicare benefits before turning 65 involves understanding the enrollment process, available coverage options, and important deadlines. Here’s a guide with general steps to help you navigate the Medicare enrollment process: Medicare has specific enrollment periods, and it’s essential to
by Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— September is Healthy Aging Month, an annual observance to bring attention to growing older positively and encourage proactive steps to improve physical, mental, social, and financial well-being as we age. Healthy lifestyle choices and behaviors contribute to a better quality of life
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