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We love it: U.S. Postal Service issuing Gwen Ifill Black Heritage Forever Stamp
Gwen Ifill, an esteemed African-American journalist, died of cancer at age 61 in 2016, but her legacy lives on today. The 43rd stamp in the Black Heritage series is honoring Ifill with her very own stamp designed by Art director Derry Noyes. The stamp features a photograph of Ifill that was taken in 2008 by photographer Robert Severi.
Dr. Tony Evans gives update on wife, says pray that ‘God would either heal Lois or take her home’
Dr. Tony Evans and millions of people around the world are praying and believing God to heal his wife First Lady Lois Evans of cancer, but the pastor is telling everyone, he is willing to accept whatever God’s will is. In a social media post he wrote, “Please pray specifically with us that God would either heal Lois or take her home.
Ava DuVernay to receive ICG Publicists Television Showman of the Year Award
Ava Duvernay who represents women of color so well on the global stage, is set to receive another well-deserved honor for her work. The revered writer, director and producer will be the recipient of the Television Showman of the Year award from the International Cinematographers Guild.
Review: Jordan and Foxx shine in urgent drama ‘Just Mercy’
“ Just Mercy ” is the real story of civil rights attorney Bryan Stevenson and his fight to keep an innocent black man from being executed. It is urgent, searing and powerful, led by a first-rate cast. Though it portrays events more than 25 years ago, it is very much a film of 2019.
Here’s how you can be a better steward of your health—even on busy days
EEW Magazine Online’s fitness editors know that squeezing in time to exercise and eat sensible meals can be impractical, if not impossible, when the demands of daily life get in the way. If busy days limit your ability to live as healthy of a lifestyle as you desire, try these tips.
Literacy Matters: 5 ways to develop your child’s love of reading
While reading plays an important role in academic performance, it is also an essential life skill. Literacy and effective communication go hand-in-hand, and inspiring a child to embrace reading and writing can help open a world of opportunity.
Traveling with little ones this holiday? 5 hacks to help cut the chaos
'Tis the season to be traveling! Nearly half of Americans plan to travel over the holiday months, many of them with children. Every parent understands the stress of keeping youngsters entertained during long car rides and tedious air travel.
Enjoy the Season: Slow down, enjoy the present, and be intentional about celebrating
When visiting family, frantically shopping, worrying about financial pressures, and extending our to-do lists, it seems that more people spend time bracing for impact, rather than kicking back and enjoying the moment, says J. Gerald Suarez, a professor at the University of Maryland.
Kids and Mental Illness: Parents and caregivers, take a closer look at children’s behavior
In an effort to raise awareness about mental health issues in children, The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is challenging parents and caregivers to reexamine how we interpret children's behavior. Instead of making snap judgments, we should take a more realistic look at our children's behavior.
American Bible Society joins organizations partnering with ‘Year of the Bible’ campaign
American Bible Society is getting involved with the Year of the Bible campaign, a Bible-engagement initiative beginning in January that will kick off a 2020 global media campaign to increase Bible readership for millions of individuals around the world.
Hairy Issues: Legislation passes in New Jersey to end discrimination against natural hair in New Jersey
EEW Magazine Online commends New Jersey for becoming the third state to ban discrimination against black students and employees over their natural hairstyles. The CROWN Act—Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural hair— passed in the state legislature of New Jersey.
I Rebuke Sickness: 5 must-do's for fighting the flu this season
The holiday season is upon us. This time of year is meant to be spent with friends and family, celebrating the end of another year. But it's also flu season, and ain’t nobody got time for that! You need a plan to avoid getting sick and missing out on the festivities and special time spent with loved ones.
Focus on what Matters: 5 ways for families to enjoy a stress-less Christmas season
The holiday season can be a time of celebration and making memories, but for busy families, the pressure to keep up with a hectic schedule and preparations can create stress and anxiety. That's why EEW Magazine Online is sharing five simple strategies to help families stress less this December.
Trump impeached on charges of abuse of power, obstruction
President Donald Trump was impeached by the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming only the third American chief executive to be formally charged under the Constitution’s ultimate remedy for high crimes and misdemeanors. The historic vote split along party lines over a charge that Trump abused his power.
Congratulations! Tamron Hall gets renewed for second season, host says she is ‘thrilled’
It’s an early Christmas gift for fans of syndicated daytime talk show Tamron Hall, as news breaks that it has been picked up for a second season after the chat fest performed solidly for three months. Produced and distributed by Disney, the 49-year-old host and executive producer said she is “thrilled”…
Netflix comedy depicts Jesus as gay, angering Christians
Jesus loves everybody, whether gay, straight, or fluid. However, the Savior of the world certainly wasn’t gay. Even so, a comedy group based in Brazil thought it would be hilarious to depict Jesus as gay in a Netflix Christmas special. But the creators have incited outrage.
Gospel singer Micah Stampley among worship leaders and pastors who prayed for Trump at White House
Gospel singer Micah Stampley was among 50 prominent worship leaders from across America that gathered for a White House faith briefing Friday, organized by Paula White-Cain. Stampley’s White House trip comes just weeks after his 15-year-old daughter died of complications from a seizure.
Why did Michelle Obama donate $500,000 to girls’ education? Her reason is rooted in Scripture
Michelle Obama recently announced that she is donating $500,000 to the Obama Foundation's Girls Opportunity Alliance Fund to support adolescent girls’ education around the world. When asked why she gave such a generous donation, she quoted a biblical principle.
Does your pastor need a sabbatical? Pastor Howard-John Wesley confesses that he does
With incidences of suicide on the rise among pastors in the U.S., a popular Virginia-based preacher announced to his congregation that he needs a break from ministry for his spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
Rev. Howard-John Wesley announced his sabbatical.
Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi discusses the significance of representing women ‘who look like me’
Millions watched as South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi was crowned Miss Universe 2019, fulfilling her dream of showing black girls everywhere a different standard of beauty. Even if she had not won the crown, she said, “I think I would have accomplished it either way just by being on that stage…”