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It’s time to give Black fathers the credit they deserve

By Alvin Thomas— Pop culture is finally pushing back against mischaracterizations of Black fathers as absent or uninvolved. Multiple recent cultural moments have thrust Black fatherhood into the American consciousness, in the process defying popular stereotypes of Black fathers. Recent celebrations of Black fathers include the movie “King Richard,” about Venus

The Impact of Men’s Health on Fatherhood

Springfield, MO— June is National Men’s Health Month. It’s a time for boys and men to focus on caring for their bodies by eating healthy foods, getting physical activity, and being diligent about preventing chronic disease. June is also the time we celebrate men with Father’s Day. Fatherhood is rewarding

Anxiety: What It Is And How It Affects The Black Community

Everyone experiences occasional anxiety, from self-consciousness before a big presentation to nervousness over job performance. However, ongoing worry or extreme fear is not something that should be overlooked and may indicate a much more serious mental health problem. Below, we cover the most common types of anxiety disorders, their symptoms,

Your vote will determine key ballot issues on April 4

by Samuel Knox, UniteNews Staff Writer Springfield, MO—The City of Springfield will have three items on the April 4 municipal ballot. The first measure will ask Springfield voters whether to repeal the existing 5% tourist lodging tax and replace it with a licensing tax at the same 5% rate for

Father and Son Duo Launch First-Ever Black-Owned Athletic Supply Company

Meet Oronde Booker and his 14-year-old son, Kendall, who are making history as the founders of Book Dawg Sports, the first ever Black-owned athletic supply company. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company is already taking pre-orders for its flagship product called HW101, which is a basketball made with premium microfiber

Phoenix Suns Acquire Kevin Durant In Trade With Brooklyn Nets

The Brooklyn Nets have traded superstar forward Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns. According to ESPN, the Nets also sent veteran forward T.J. Warren to the Suns for Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, Jae Crowder, four first-round picks, and a 2028 pick swap. They’ll get unprotected picks in 2023, 2025, 2027

It’s time to give Black fathers the credit they deserve

By Alvin Thomas— Pop culture is finally pushing back against mischaracterizations of Black fathers as absent or uninvolved. Multiple recent cultural moments have thrust Black fatherhood into the American consciousness, in the process defying popular stereotypes of Black fathers. Recent celebrations of Black fathers include the movie “King Richard,” about Venus

The Impact of Men’s Health on Fatherhood

Springfield, MO— June is National Men’s Health Month. It’s a time for boys and men to focus on caring for their bodies by eating healthy foods, getting physical activity, and being diligent about preventing chronic disease. June is also the time we celebrate men with Father’s Day. Fatherhood is rewarding

Anxiety: What It Is And How It Affects The Black Community

Everyone experiences occasional anxiety, from self-consciousness before a big presentation to nervousness over job performance. However, ongoing worry or extreme fear is not something that should be overlooked and may indicate a much more serious mental health problem. Below, we cover the most common types of anxiety disorders, their symptoms,

Your vote will determine key ballot issues on April 4

by Samuel Knox, UniteNews Staff Writer Springfield, MO—The City of Springfield will have three items on the April 4 municipal ballot. The first measure will ask Springfield voters whether to repeal the existing 5% tourist lodging tax and replace it with a licensing tax at the same 5% rate for

Father and Son Duo Launch First-Ever Black-Owned Athletic Supply Company

Meet Oronde Booker and his 14-year-old son, Kendall, who are making history as the founders of Book Dawg Sports, the first ever Black-owned athletic supply company. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the company is already taking pre-orders for its flagship product called HW101, which is a basketball made with premium microfiber

Phoenix Suns Acquire Kevin Durant In Trade With Brooklyn Nets

The Brooklyn Nets have traded superstar forward Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns. According to ESPN, the Nets also sent veteran forward T.J. Warren to the Suns for Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, Jae Crowder, four first-round picks, and a 2028 pick swap. They’ll get unprotected picks in 2023, 2025, 2027