Author: Dorcas Onasa

Zendaya’s fashion choices rarely go unnoticed, but her latest red carpet moment has done more than turn heads. It has opened a debate about cultural heritage, artifact ownership and the responsibility that comes with celebrity influence. The actress appeared at a London photocall for The Odyssey wearing an ensemble that quickly became a talking point, not for its elegance, but for one specific accessory tied to ancient history. The look that started it all Zendaya wore an off white halter gown by Jacquemus, featuring a plunging back and detailed embroidery. She paired the dress with a matching headscarf and a…

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated added six new honorary members to its ranks during its 72nd Boule in Las Vegas, recognizing women whose careers span science, entertainment, technology and business. The historically Black sorority, founded in 1908 at Howard University, extends honorary membership to women whose professional accomplishments and public service align with its mission. This year’s class reflects that range, drawing from fields as varied as immunology and Silicon Valley leadership. Meet the 6 honorees Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire, a vaccine scientist and immunologist, helped lead the rapid development of one of the first COVID-19 vaccines during the height of the…

Feeling a persistent knot of stress at work is a common experience, and mental health experts say many familiar workplace habits are rooted in something deeper than personality. Therapists say identifying the anxious root of these behaviors is often the first step toward managing them more effectively. Anxiety, according to psychologists, tends to center on fear of a future problem, often one that feels vague or hard to pinpoint. That underlying worry can show up in ways that seem, on the surface, like ordinary personality traits. Below are 5 common workplace patterns that experts say are frequently linked to anxiety.…

Kisha Grandy, best known as one of the original members of Kirk Franklin & The Family, has released a new single titled I Believe God through Blacksmoke Music Worldwide. The track centers on themes of faith, hope and perseverance, offering listeners an uplifting message during difficult times in their personal lives. How the song came together The single was born out of an unplanned encounter. A woman once approached Kisha’s husband, producer Ernest J. Lee, and asked him to write a song called  I Believe God. He took on the challenge, ultimately crafting a track that closely mirrored his wife’s…

President Donald Trump has once again placed mail in voting at the center of the national political conversation after describing the voting method as inherently vulnerable during a televised address on July 16. The remarks, delivered just days before the president was scheduled to host Chinese leaders for a diplomatic summit, revived a familiar debate that has shaped U.S. elections in recent years. Trump’s comments quickly drew reactions from supporters, election experts and political opponents, many of whom pointed to his own history of casting ballots by mail. The renewed discussion comes as election officials across the country continue preparing…

A man was taken into custody after breaking into the Today show’s studio in New York City on Thursday, July 16. The intrusion unfolded around 9 a.m. when the man made his way into the NBC studio at Rockefeller Plaza, Once inside, the man confronted co host Craig Melvin and directed a racial slur at him, the source said. TMZ was first to report the incident and noted that no one was physically harmed during the encounter. A law enforcement source confirmed that the man was detained at the studio Thursday morning. The source said the man had asked for…

Prince Harry’s latest trip to the United Kingdom did not unfold the way he or Meghan Markle had hoped. The visit turned into a difficult ordeal because of ongoing security concerns, which ultimately forced Markle, 44, and the couple’s two children, Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, to cut short the time they had planned to spend in the country with Harry, 41. According to a source close to the Sussexes, Markle would have felt humiliated watching the public friction between her husband and the royal institution play out. Below are five key developments from Harry’s week abroad. Security concerns shaped…

The relationship people have with a parent during childhood can leave a lasting impression on how they view themselves and connect with others later in life. Mental health professionals say one pattern that sometimes emerges is known as a father wound, a term used to describe emotional pain connected to a father or father figure whose support, consistency, or emotional presence was lacking. Although the phrase is not an official mental health diagnosis, therapists say it can help explain why some adults struggle with self worth, relationships, trust, or emotional vulnerability. A father wound is not about assigning blame. Instead,…

A simple daily mindfulness routine completed through a smartphone app could offer meaningful support for older adults living with depression, according to new research. While experts caution that the findings are still preliminary, the study adds to growing evidence that regular mindfulness practice may improve emotional well being while also supporting better sleep and cognitive health. Depression remains one of the most common mental health conditions affecting older adults, yet it is frequently overlooked or mistaken for a natural part of aging. Symptoms often appear differently in later life, making diagnosis and treatment more challenging. Researchers say that finding practical,…

Conversations surrounding representation, public safety and cultural legacy continue to influence communities across the United States, with several recent developments drawing particular attention within Black America. From renewed criticism over the decision not to move forward with placing Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill to ongoing debates surrounding Atlanta’s controversial police training center and continued recognition of jazz icon Ahmad Jamal’s influence, each story reflects broader discussions about history, equality and the future. Although each issue stands on its own, together they illustrate how policy decisions, public investment and cultural achievements continue to shape national conversations about race, justice and…