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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Four provocative plays written by nationally renowned playwright Michael Oatman will be performed as stage readings March 31 and April 1 at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex, kicking off Brévo Theatre’s 2023 season. Read moreBrévo Theatre returns with provocative play readings
Author-visual artist Faith Ringgold, internationally known for her paintings, sculpture and intricate narrative quilts promoting themes of social justice, will be honored this spring by the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Read moreRenowned Black artist Faith Ringgold to be honored
The last two apps you downloaded were for diets – ugh. Read moreGirl, you look good: Reclaiming body positivity
Lance Reddick, a character actor who specialized in intense, icy and possibly sinister authority figures on television and in film, including “The Wire,” “Fringe” and the “John Wick” franchise, has died. He was 60. Read moreLance Reddick, ‘The Wire’ and ‘John Wick’ star, dies at 60
The estate of rapper Coolio plans to release a studio album later this year that the Grammy-winning hitmaker had been working on in the days before he died. Read more‘Long Live Coolio’ album to be released after 2022 death
Comedian Trevor Noah, the former host of “The Daily Show,” has won the prestigious Dutch Erasmus Prize, becoming the first humorist awarded the honor since Charlie Chaplin in 1965, the foundation that selects winners announced last week. Read moreComedian Trevor Noah wins prestigious Dutch prize
Marcus Samuelsson is keen on leading with intention. That focus is seared into the delectable dishes prepared at his popular restaurants, but it is also expressed with his staffing. Read moreChef Marcus Samuelsson elevates diversity of culinary world
Whether you’re expecting family, friends or long-lost loved ones, it’s never too early to plan ahead when it comes to entertaining. People may be familiar with and love your unique style and flavor, but spicing things up now and again for guests in your home can be fun. Read morePlan ahead when entertaining family and friends
After analyzing new data, the U.S. Centers for Control and Prevention is urging all adults to be tested for hepatitis B (HBV) at least once in their lifetime. Read moreWhy all adults should now test for hepatitis B
The state of California and a generic drug manufacturer has announced a 10-year partnership to produce affordable, state-branded insulin that they hope will rival longtime producers and push down prices for a medication used by millions of Americans. Read moreDrugmaker, California partner to produce affordable insulin
Deaths of pregnant women in the United States fell in 2022, dropping significantly from a six-decade high during the pandemic, new data suggests. Read morePregnancy deaths go from ‘worst to near worst’
As a reminder, God makes it clear in the creation story that He is the primary authority figure on planet Earth. Think about it: Only someone in total charge could do the things he did during that time. He literally created the physical planet out of nothing; he spoke night and day into exis… Read moreRoadmap to salvation: Follow God’s commandments
National Minority Health Month is celebrated during the month of April and Black America, health disparities and COVID-19 are at the forefront of pandemic news. An April 7, 2020 headline in the Washington Post read, “The coronavirus is infecting and killing black Americans at an alarmingly h…
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Coming out of one of the most volatile years on record for the stock market, investors are looking for ways to take back some control over their investments – especially the savings they’re putting away for retirement.
Three-time Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis is returning to South Florida with his award-winning group. The Branford Marsalis Quartet stops at the Knight Concert Hall for the Adrienne Arsht Center’s classic Jazz Roots series March 3 at 8 p.m.
Live Arts Miami at Miami Dade College presents Urban Bush Women’s latest dance-theater piece, “Haint Blu,” at The Historic Hampton House March 9-12. The show will offer Miami audiences an immersive and interactive experience as UBW explores the Brownsville community’s history.
The Miami Foundation launches its second annual Miami Gardens Youth Music Festival March 4, with free admission for all. The festival features more than 150 youth artists showcasing all facets of musical talents, from rock to acapella, 2-6 p.m. at the Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex.
Last weekend’s 22nd annual South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF) ended on a delicious high note for the more than a dozen featured Black chefs and thousands of festivalgoers.
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Lorenzo “Lo” Jelks, one of the first Black TV news reporters in the Deep South, has died at age 83, according to the Atlanta Press Club and CNN.
Dedication Dance Academy returns after two years to present its 22nd annual Echoes of Freedom production, “Crossing Bridges: Claiming our Rights,” at Miami’s Bethel Church, Feb. 24-26 at 7 p.m.