by Mitti Hicks January 7, 2026 In the study, the mortality rate was higher among Black women breast cancer survivors who consumed more ultraprocessed foods. A new study shows that consuming ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) could be detrimental for Black breast cancer survivors. The study, published in the January issue of eClinicalMedicine, reveals that high consumption…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 7, 2026 Their families are now seeking legal action against H-E-B and the trucker for negligence. Four girlfriends returning from a road trip looking to take in Colorado’s mountain views were killed in a crash involving a truck driver who authorities say was distracted by his phone. Lakeshia Brown, 19, Myunique…
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 7, 2026 Kennedy was released New Year’s Eve Skateboarder Terry Kennedy is currently on parole after being released from prison after serving a portion of his sentence for an assault that led to the death of another skateboarder, Josiah Kassahun. According to TMZ, the man known as “Compton-Ass Terry” was released Dec. 31, after…
by Mitti Hicks January 7, 2026 Of the 38 countries on the list, 24 are African. The Trump administration has expanded its controversial visa bond program, requiring certain visitors to post a refundable $15,000 bond before traveling to the United States. Of the 38 countries on the list, 24 are African. Under the policy, travelers…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 7, 2026 The donated fat can help patients who lack their own to undergo these cosmetic procedures. For those dying for an hourglass figure, this unexpected hero can help with certain plastic surgeries. The use of donated cadavers, a dead human body used for medical study or other purposes, has become…
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 7, 2026 As AI reshapes the small business landscape, entrepreneurs are learning to adapt, stay competitive, and use automation without losing the human touch that defines their work. In a new survey conducted by UPrinting, a U.S.-based online custom printing service, business owners revealed a complex relationship with artificial intelligence…
by Ahsan Washington January 7, 2026 Dry January is about freedom from alcohol The Dry January originated in the United Kingdom back in 2013 and has become a global initiative to address society’s relationship with alcohol. Going dry in January or for any length of time beyond 30 days has its benefits. A recent study…
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 7, 2026 Gumbs was a vocal critic of the city’s previous, and highly controversial, mayor. The City of South Fulton has begun a new era of leadership, swearing in its first Black woman mayor. Carmalitha Gumbs, a founding City Council member, was sworn in at the historic inauguration ceremony on Jan….
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 7, 2026 he SUV you pick will depend on what’s most important to you, so CarMax runs through what you should keep in mind when you’re comparing the Mercedes with the Lexus. Which is the better luxury SUV: the Lexus RX or the Mercedes-Benz GLE? Short answer: It depends. But…
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 7, 2026 This school year, the Los Angeles school district has lost more than 13,000 immigrant students, mostly Hispanic, school officials said, with students fleeing in the months since U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement stepped up activity in Los Angeles in March. Los Angeles schools have lost thousands of immigrant…
