News & Analysis
Faith-informed reporting and analysis on the news that matters to Black Christian women.
Kirk Franklin sends prayers to Kobe Bryant’s family during Grammy acceptance speech
During his acceptance speech, the songwriter and composer acknowledged the passing of 41-year-old NBA icon Kobe Bryant who died in a helicopter accident Sunday morning along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna.
Grieving singer Micah Stampley breaks down, falls to his knees as TD Jakes prays for him [VIDEO]
Just a few months after his 15-year-old daughter died from a seizure, international worship leader Micah Stampley publicly broke down in front of an audience at a Texas-based mega church.
We are Praying: Kobe Bryant, daughter killed in helicopter crash, 7 others dead
NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others were killed Sunday when their helicopter plunged into a steep hillside in dense morning fog in Southern California, his sudden death at age 41 touching off an outpouring of grief for a star whose celebrity transcended basketball.
This is why we need ‘Hair Love’: Black student told he can’t walk at graduation unless he cuts his dreadlocks
Stories like this, which are increasingly common, are why the Oscar-nominated animated short “Hair Love” is so celebrated within the black community. The film was created to promote more onscreen diversity and hair love among young men and women of color.
First Look: Lifetime unveils official trailer for 'The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel'
Black Pentecostals have long loved and enjoyed the musical stylings of The Clark Sisters, and now, the rest of the world is discovering one of gospel music’s treasures. Lifetime is giving us a first look at The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel, the much buzzed-about biopic.
Sis, Stop Holding Yourself Back! 5 ways being a perfectionist is ruining your productivity
Struggling with perfectionism? It’s important to tackle this issue head on and face it for what it is: fear. Otherwise, you will ruin your productivity and your chances of doing the awesome things God has chosen you to accomplish.
New Year, Fresh Start: Improve your fitness lifestyle in 2020 with these helpful tips
We’re still in the early stages of 2020, and it’s the perfect opportunity for a fresh start. When the New Year comes, many say, I’m going to eat better or I’m going to start going to the gym again. But within a few weeks, the healthy resolutions often fizzle out. Don’t let that be you!
Ciara writes the sweetest message to her ‘warrior’ husband Russell Wilson after crushing playoff defeat
NFL quarterback Russell Wilson and the Seattle Seahawks didn’t bring home a win for the team in their final playoff game of the season, but despite that failure, the all-pro athlete is nothing short of a champion in his wife Ciara’s eyes. “As always so, so proud of you,” she said.
Ayesha Curry says she teaches her daughters the importance of self-care: ‘That wasn’t something I was taught’
Fab Christian mom Ayesha Curry is extremely busy and driven, but she still makes time for self-care and encourages her lovely daughters Riley and Ryan to do the same—something EEW Magazine Online praises. “I'm trying to teach them self-care is important at an early age.”
Sherri Shepherd kicked sugar and improved her health, and you can do it too
Christian actress Sherri Shepherd started her sugar-free keto diet in March 2018, and it improved her diabetes. The 52-year-old said cutting the sugar made such a huge impact, her doctor told her she wasn’t even pre-diabetic. That’s amazing!
Rest In Heaven: Dr. Tony Evans confirms his wife Lois Evans has succumbed to cancer at age 70
One week ago, Dr. Tony Evans asked the faith community to pray that God would either heal his wife Lois Evans of cancer or take her home to heaven. God answered, and she breathed her last breath today. She was 70 years old. She passed “just before the sun came up,” Monday, Dec. 30.
My teenage son asked why Antonio Brown’s sexual misconduct doesn’t matter in the NFL
When my teenage son asked me why the New Orleans Saints were giving Antonio Brown a potential opportunity to play despite allegations of sexual misconduct, the story went from being an Internet trend to a serious conversation in our Christian home.
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.