Pulse oximeters can reportedly overestimate blood oxygen levels in people of color, making them appear healthier. A study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association found that the distribution of potentially lifesaving therapies was significantly delayed for Black and Hispanic patients due to inaccurate oxygen readings from devices that can work poorly for…
A retired Maryland nurse with a storied career waited a long time to accomplish her latest goal. Mae Beale received her bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Maryland just one day after her 82nd birthday. Beale said she felt energized after walking the stage and receiving her degree with honors on May…
Troy Finner said Crump’s assertion that the fatal shot entered Randle’s neck from the back is “a false statement.” Houston Police Chief Troy Finner called attorney Ben Crump’s assertion about the fatal shot to the neck of 29-year-old Jalen Randle “a false statement.” According to The Houston Chronicle, Crump, who represents Randle’s family, had an…
Tracee Ellis Ross surprised fans and herself after showcasing how big her natural hair is following a blowout. In the Instagram post shared on May 31, Ross, who appears to be in her home, is seen playing with her tresses and saying a few phrases as she describes her feelings regarding its size. Tracee Ellis…
Source: Grant Faint / Getty Usually, when we think about sunsets, we aren’t referring to pain and suffering. But America has a way of turning something as beautiful as the sun coming down, into a terrifying nightmare, especially for black travelers all over the country. They called it ‘Sundown Towns,’ and if you were not…
A Rikers Island captain and wife of almost three decades went to the Dominican Republic to get work done on her body and died shortly after the procedure last month. The plastic surgeon who did the fatal operation, not only fled from the United States after pleading guilty to practicing medicine without a license but…
Drought in Horn of Africa is the worst in four decades and is responsible for hundreds of deaths, particularly of children. MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — No mother should have to lose her child. Owliyo Hassan Salaad has watched four die this year. A drought in the Horn of Africa has taken them, one by one….
The two superstars will team up for a stand-up special at London’s O2 Arena in September. Dave Chappelle and Chris Rock will perform together in London this year. The legendary comedians are co-headlining a stand-up special at the O2 Arena on Sept. 3. Promoter Live Nation announced the news on Twitter, posting that the special…
Marjorie Harvey‘s fans are certain that she and Steve Harvey may be experiencing “trouble in paradise” after the 57-year-old uploaded a cryptic post to her Instagram Story on June 6. The couple, who began dating in 2005, have been married for almost 15 years. Marjorie and Steve also have a blended family of seven children and several…
Previews for the revival of the celebrated Arthur Miller play will begin on September 19 at the Hudson Theatre. The Broadway revival of Death of a Salesman, starring Wendell Pierce and Sharon D. Clarke, has its official theater schedule and home. The Young Vic/West End revival of the Arthur Miller play will begin previews on Sept….
