The conversation on race in our country is changing. Once a subject left to be discussed by civil rights leaders, organizers and a few nonprofits, race is now a topic for many. Names like Renisha McBride, Trayvon Martin, Eric Garner, and so many more have led to widespread conversations on race. The numerous anniversaries marking milestones of the Civil Rights Movement and, … [Read more...]
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Somali American is not synonymous with terrorist
Farhana Khers, executive director of the group Muslim Advocates, said of U.S. anti-terrorist security measures, “They seem to focus on Muslim communities, which account for only a small fraction of terrorist activities in the U.S.” Yet, they never talk about increased employment opportunities or after-school programs for Whites after a White person commits an act of … [Read more...]
Kevin Hart and Will Ferrell, an unlikely but inspired duo in ‘Get Hard’
Thanks to a flourishing career as a hedge fund manager, James King (Will Ferrell) is living in the lap of luxury in a sprawling, Bel Air mansion. Furthermore, the pampered multimillionaire’s stock seems about to skyrocket, given his promotion to partner and his impending marriage to the boss’ (Craig T. Nelson) daughter, Alissa (Alison Brie). By contrast, working man Darnell … [Read more...]
New study reveals effective treatment program for breast cancer survivors
In a new study that could help improve the day-to-day quality-of-life for women with breast cancer, UCLA researchers have developed a cognitive rehabilitation program to address post-cancer treatment cognitive changes, sometimes known as “chemo brain,” which can affect up to 35 percent of post-treatment breast cancer patients. An estimated 1 in 8 women will develop invasive … [Read more...]
VIDEO: City leaders pushing for more accessible cabs
Murphy News Service takes a closer look at a new program by the City of Minneapolis that aims to provide wheelchair accessible taxicab service to the public. Read the City's announcement here. Watch the video report below by Hannah Flood for Murphy News Service. Thanks to Hannah Flood and Murphy News Service for sharing this story with us. … [Read more...]