Ebony articles from July 2006

Ebony archives from July 2006

The insider.
July 1, 2006... In this era when rates of obesity are escalating among African-Americans, throughout the year, we focus on the serious conditions associated with being overweight--heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, chronic joint pain, etc. In this...

Dr. E. Anthony Rankin: second vice president of the board of directors, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.(Speaking Of PEOPLE)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... E. Anthony Rankin, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon, is the second vice president of the board of directors of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). Dr. Rankin is the first African-American to stand in the presidential line of...

Terri Dean: Verizon Business senior vice president of global communications.(Speaking Of PEOPLE)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Terri Dean is senior vice president of global communications for Verizon Business, a multibillion-dollar unit that grew out of Verizon Inc.'s acquisition of MCI in January 2006. She is responsible for informing consumers around the globe about...

Dr. Donald R. Pittman: chief officer of high school programs, Chicago Public Schools.(Speaking Of PEOPLE)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Donald R. Pittman, Ed.D., is the chief officer of high school programs for Chicago Public Schools (CPS). He is responsible for the development and implementation of educational programs for more than 105,000 students at over 100 schools. He is...

Ebony on the scene.(Kimberly Oliver named 2006 National Teacher of the Year)(John Hope Bryant honored as "Outstanding Man of the Year" by Association of Black Harvard Women)(Spike Lee celebrates 20th anniversary of 40 Acres and A Mule Filmworks Inc.)
July 1, 2006... IN WASHINGTON, D.C., Kimberly Oliver, a kindergarten teacher in Silver Spring, Md., is congratulated by President Bush, first lady Laura Bush and Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings after she was named the 2006 National Teacher of the...

Celebrating Black Music.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2006... What a fantastic cover and cover story, "Celebrating Black Music With Smokey Robinson, Yolanda Adams, Common, Kelly Rowland & Ciara" (June 2006). This was the perfect way to highlight the celebration of Black Music Month. Thank you,...

100+ most influential.(LETTERS to the editor)(Correction notice)
July 1, 2006... The photograph of Dr. Louise A. Rice, national president, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., was omitted from the organization section of the "100+ Most Influential Black Americans" feature (May 2006). Ebony applauds the organization for its...

Editor's note.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2006... In that same feature, due to a production mishap, the photograph of Dr. Ralph Slaughter, Imperial Potentate A.E.A.O. of the Nobles Mystic Shrine, was inadvertently omitted from that feature. We regret the omission. Further, at press time...

Coretta Scott King.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2006... Thank you for the cover and cover story, "A Nation Remembers The Grace & Strength of Coretta Scott King 1927-2006." I will keep this particular magazine forever. Oh, my God, what a woman! She stood beside her husband through thick and thin, and...

The untold story.(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2006... I am writing in response to the article, the Untold Story of Martin and Coretta Scott King" (April 2006). I would first of all like to say that it was a wonderful idea to let people know about her and Martin Luther King Jr. I personally...

Fatherhood Connection.(Correction notice)
July 1, 2006... Editor's Note: In the article, "The Fatherhood Connection" (June 2006), the girl photographed with filmmaker Spike Lee was incorrectly identified as his daughter Satchel.

Liberia's president.(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2006... As a Black college student, I really enjoyed the article, "Africa's Historic 'First': President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf" (April 2006). I admire President Johnson-Sirleaf for all the obstacles she had to go through in order to get where she is...

Black history in Africa and the U.S.(New News Out of Africa: Uncovering Africa's Renaissance)(The Senator and the Socialite: The True Story of America's First Black Dynasty)(Book review)
July 1, 2006... "I am constantly amazed at how little of the good news or what I prefer to call the 'new news" of Africa is getting through to most Americans. With rare exceptions, the people I encounter, from all walks ands stations of life, still think of...

Topshelf.(FRONT ROW)(Jump at the Sun)(Considering Genius)(Book review)
July 1, 2006... In JUMP AT THE SUN (Morrow, $24.95), returning novelist Kim McLarin paints a bold and intricate portrait of Grace, a young woman struggling to escape the pain and mistakes of the women in her family. Grace is deeply worried that she is about to...

What They Want.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
July 1, 2006... Omar Tyree returns to the shelves with WHAT THEY WANT (Simon & Schuster, $21.95). It is the story of male model Terrance Mitchell, whose world turns upside down when he suddenly finds love.

Do-It-Yourself Publicity: For Those Too Cheap or Too Broke to Hire a Publicist.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
July 1, 2006... In DO-IT-YOURSELF PUBLICITY: FOR THOSE TOO CHEAP OR TOO BROKE TO HIRE A PUBLICIST (Lithobit Publishing, $19.95), Phyllis Caddell-M has taken knowledge gained during her years of experience in public relations and dispenses it in this book,...

The Forsaken.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
July 1, 2006... In THE FORSAKEN (St. Martin's Press/Griffin, $14.95), resident vampire huntress author L.A. Banks continues to entertain readers with the seventh installment of her series. In the latest chapter, tensions run high as Damali and Carlos engage in...

The Sisterhood of Blackberry Corner.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
July 1, 2006... In THE SISTERHOOD OF BLACKBERRY CORNER (Dial Press, $24), Andrea Smith tells the story of two friends and members of the Blessed Harvest Church. After a scandal surrounding the death of an abandoned infant rocks the town, the women band...

Wild Stars Seeking Midnight Suns.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
July 1, 2006... WILD STARS SEEKING MIDNIGHT SUNS (Doubleday, $24.95) is J. California Cooper's first crop of short stories in six years. With the stories that explore love, hope, home and family, Cooper returns to the form that established her literary...

The Fever.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
July 1, 2006... THE FEVER (Simon & Schuster, $12), by Dark, is the story of an entertainment insider, who gives readers a behind-the-scenes look into a pop star's life. It gives the lurid details of the ritzy life on the road as well as depicts the more risque...

Sweet Magnolia.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
July 1, 2006... SWEET MAGNOLIA (Harlem Moon/Broadway, $12.95), by Norma L. Jarrett, is a new novel about two sisters struggling with their own demons while trying to reconnect with each other and God.

A Sin and a Shame.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
July 1, 2006... A SIN AND A SHAME (Touchstone/Simon & Schuster, $14), by Victoria Christopher Murray, returns the cold-blooded Jasmine Larson center stage. Readers first met her in TEMPTATION (2000), where she seduced her best friend's husband in a scheme to...

The Games Black Girls Play: Learning the Ropes from Double-Dutch to Hip-Hop.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
July 1, 2006... In THE GAMES BLACK GIRLS PLAY: LEARNING THE ROPES FROM DOUBLEDUTCH TO HIP-HOP (New York University Press, $20), professor and ethnomusicologist Kyra Gaunt illustrates how Black musical styles are incorporated into the earliest games...

Barefootin': Life Lessons from the Road to Freedom.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
July 1, 2006... In BAREFOOTIN': LIFE LESSONS FROM THE ROAD TO FREEDOM (Crown Publishers, $23), Unita Blackwell with co-author JoAnne Prichard Morris writes a riveting memoir about her extraordinary transformation from living the life of a hopeless sharecropper...

A Life's Design: The Life and Work of Industrial Designer Charles Harrison.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
July 1, 2006... A LIFE'S DESIGN: THE LIFE AND WORK OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER CHARLES HARRISON (IBIS, $39.95) chronicles the life, career and the emergent philosophy of Charles (Chuck) Harrison, one of the most prolific and respected industrial engineers of his...

Unburnable.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
July 1, 2006... In UNBURNABLE (HarperCollins, $23.95), new author Marie-Elena John weaves a captivating multigenerational narrative about family, betrayal and the hunt for a murderer that leaves you guessing until the very last page.

Lee Daniels: director/producer aims for a knockout with Shadowboxer.
July 1, 2006... Tought-provoking and celebrated filmmaker Lee Daniels, who rose to fame after producing the much-talked-about movie Monster-s Ball, has taken up the charge of creating roles for African-American actors and actresses. "I can't afford to wait to...

5 questions for: Ne-Yo.(Shaffer C. Smith)(Interview)
July 1, 2006... Born Shaffer C. Smith, he's already been christened "the one" in the music world. The character Neo from The Matrix is the inspiration behind his moniker. The singer/songwriter co-wrote Mario's smash hit "Let Me Love You" And he's also written...

The danger of sleep apnea.
July 1, 2006... Like most men, and like most ex-athletes, I'm a driven, goal-oriented person. Not content to dwell on yesterday's accomplishments, I try to make sure I'm looking ahead, pressing forward. This kind of orientation has certainly been helpful...

Discount vacation packages.
July 1, 2006... Hot deals on discount vacation packages are almost as plentiful as sand on a beach this summer. Pick a destination and you likely will find numerous ads on Web sites and in newspapers to attract tourists with one-stop shopping tours. Packages...

What's happening where!(Calendar)
July 1, 2006... JULY ATLANTA * National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators & Developers annual meeting. Atlanta Century Center Marriott Hotel. July 19-22. * National Urban League Convention. Georgia Convention Center. July 27-30. ...

Step into a healthier lifestyle.
July 1, 2006... I have been in the fitness business for more than 20 years, and I have traveled around the world helping folks just like you to become healthier. Then one day I realized that my greatest challenge was my family, my community and my church. I...

Tye Tribbett.(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... TYE TRIBBETT inspires listeners to get out of their seats and praise-dance--or at least wave a hand in testimony. Backed by his choir, Greater Anointing, the energetic music man delivers an exciting, spirit-filled set with Victory Live (Sony...

India.Arie is back with a great new CD, Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship (Motown/Universal).(Sound recording review)
July 1, 2006... India.Arie is back with a great new CD, Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship (Motown/Universal). The deep-thinking, inspirational and multitalented singer/songwriter obviously has been honing her craft and broadening her experiences, and is...

Also noted.(Sounding Off)
July 1, 2006... REGINA CARTER, I'll Be Seeing You: A Sentimental Journey (Verve); TEENA MARIE, Sapphire (Universal Motown); ENTITY, Locked Doors (D1 Music); J'ADORE (Prince Charles Music); KELIS, Kelis Was Here (Jive/Zomba); MEGAN ROCHELL, You, Me & the Radio...

Portable series.(Ebony Essentials)
July 1, 2006... The new freestanding series from iPort[TM] is compatible with all iPods with a dock connector and it connects to almost any home entertainment system. Share music, videos and photos from your iPod in any room in the home. ...

Cuisinart[R] wine cellar.(Ebony Essentials)
July 1, 2006... The CUISINART[R] PRIVATE RESERVE[TM] WINE CELLAR holds up to 11 bottles of wine or champagne with patented temperature control. (www.bloomingdales.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Nourishing creme.(Ebony Essentials)
July 1, 2006... Fashion Fair Cosmetics NOURISHING SKIN CREME features an emollient rich formula that helps diminish the appearance of rough skin. It soothes and nourishes dry and aging skin on face, hands and body. (www.fashionfair.com) [ILLUSTRATION...

Sweet body care.(Ebony Essentials)
July 1, 2006... BLACK OPAL[R] introduces the new Daily Body Care system enriched with papaya enzymes that cleanse, exfoliate and moisturize skin. (www.blackopalbeauty.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Cross pens.(Ebony Essentials)
July 1, 2006... CLASSIC CENTURY LUMINA ballpoint pens from Cross[TM] are available in colors like coral shock, tender rose, oxygen blue, gold dust and radiant blue. (www.cross.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Hair care for you.(Ebony Essentials)
July 1, 2006... Luster Products introduces YOU, a new, unisex styling and maintenance line for African-Americans and Latinos. YOU hair care products feature subtle fragrances and natural ingredients. (www.lusterproducts.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Black health & fitness section.
July 1, 2006... Certain health issues are simply beyond our control such as the onset of an unusual illness, or the impact of hereditary factors and genetics. But there are many things that we can do to improve our health status. YOu know the mantra: Eat...

The path to healthy living: diet and exercise may be at the forefront, but your mind-set plays an equally important part.(Black Health & Fitness Section)
July 1, 2006... When Karyn Calabrese's grandmother died at age 50, it was alarming to her family. But when her mother died at 48, it literally changed her life. "All the women in my family died overweight and very young, and I was very sickly myself,"...

Irritable bowel syndrome.(Health Hotline)(Disease/Disorder overview)
July 1, 2006... Do you have abdominal pain? Do you feel full after eating just a few bites of a meal? Do you experience prolonged and painful bouts of bloating, diarrhea or constipation? If you answered yes to a combination of any of these questions, you may...

Diabetes.(Health Hotline)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Pre-diabetes, a condition that produces higher-than-normal blood glucose levels, currently affects 41 million people in the United States and can develop into type 2 diabetes if not given proper attention. A new drug that is pending FDA...

Bone marrow cancers.(Health Hotline)
July 1, 2006... In 2006, there will be more than 35,000 new cases of leukemia and more than 66,000 new cases of lymphoma, according to the American Cancer Society. While the rates of both leukemia and lymphoma are slightly higher in Whites than Blacks, there...

Heart disease.(Health Hotline)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... There is good news in the area of heart disease prevention. According to a clinical study done by UCLA, aged garlic extract can benefit individuals who are at risk for heart disease, which claims one life every 33 seconds--more than either...

HIV and genital herpes .(Health Hotline)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... A vaginal gel that could prevent the spread of HIV and genital herpes may become available in stores as soon as 2008, according to news reports. The product is good news for African-American women, who stand the greatest risk of contracting HIV...

Insomnia.(Health Hotline)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... If you often wake up tired and headachy, tend to chew out your co-workers before lunch, and are totally exhausted by mid-afternoon, you might have insomnia, or some other sleep disorder. An estimated 70 million Americans suffer from insomnia,...

One family's struggle with sickle cell disease: in the home of Dorian and Lavender Simpson, both of their children are victims of the painful blood disorder.(Interview)
July 1, 2006... EVERYTHING about Tiffany Simpson appears to be perfectly fine. But pain and drugs have been her unwelcome, constant companion for much of her life. The 15-year-old, who lives in the San Fernando Valley section of Los Angeles with her parents...

Home pregnancy tests.(House Call: Expert Advice on Health and Fitness)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Q My husband and I are finally ready to have children. My doctor says there's nothing to indicate that I'll have any problems with my pregnancy. I'm so excited about the possibility of having children that I want to know that I'm pregnant as...

Low blood pressure.(House Call: Expert Advice on Health and Fitness)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Q Since so much attention is being paid to high blood pressure, what about low blood pressure? How serious is it when blood pressure is determined to be too low? What are the symptoms? G.E., Washington, D.C. A Blood pressure is...

Losing weight the old-fashioned way: a number of people are still shedding the pounds without surgery and medication.(Black Health & Fitness Section)
July 1, 2006... AT an incredible 753 pounds, John Quarles of Clemson, S. C., was knocking at death's door five years ago. At 22, he collapsed from congestive heart failure, his body so heavy that an intensive care unit medical team could not lift him onto a...

Strictly for laughs.(Cartoon)
July 1, 2006... "But, sir, the label clearly states that misuse or overuse of this weight-reducing medication can have negative side effects." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "I told my wife I was going to the gym, but this is close enough." [ILLUSTRATION...

Summer skin care.(BEAUTY & STYLE)
July 1, 2006... WITH the cold harsh winter behind us, it's time to shed the layers of winter wear and exchange them for breezy, stylish sundresses and flirty, sassy sandals. Yet, as we welcome the summer breezes and show off more skin, it is important to make...

Ebony celebrity beauty of the month.(BEAUTY & STYLE)
July 1, 2006... Dazzling model and actress CLAUDIA JORDAN can be seen on two television shows, Deal or No Deal and Modern Girls. The natural beauty says she doesn't always follow skin-care protocol: "I have fallen asleep in full makeup. I NEVER use sunscreen,...

Her style .... your way.(BEAUTY & STYLE)
July 1, 2006... Fashion Fair's Botanical Clay Masque works well for all skin types. Moisturize and replenish your skin with the new Fashion Fair Nourishing Skin Creme. The end result will be softer skin and a radiant glow.

Summer shaving tips.(BEAUTY & STYLE)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Now that warm weather is here, many women will opt to shave certain areas, and that can lead to irritation for some. Here are tips for a safe, smooth shave: * Before you shave, wash the area with an antibacterial soap and press a warm...

Hair care for sisters.(GETTING TO THE root)
July 1, 2006... q: "I would like to know the best way to loc my hair. I haven't had a relaxer in over six months. I plan to have my hair braided. Could I start the locs while I still have the braids?" --Looking to Loc Princeton, N.J. a: I've started...

'The future of the NBA': Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade and Lebron James are positioned as the sturdy foundation of the expanding league.(National Basketball Association)
July 1, 2006... THE scene was game four in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Although the Washington Wizards were at home, it didn't take long for LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers to take up residence. Two minutes into the game, James hits a...

Black family reunions go hi-tech: Web sites and online newsletters are at the center of family gatherings.
July 1, 2006... AFRICAN-AMERICAN family reunions across the nation are becoming much more than T-shirts and a picnic in the park. Some large, sophisticated family reunions are luring business sponsors and holding convention-style annual reunions at grand...

Get over it and get on with your life.
July 1, 2006... YOUR sweetheart of two years calls and asks that you meet him for dinner after work. You arrive at your favorite restaurant prepared for a romantic evening. He looks nervous. Maybe he's going to pop the question. But you're barely seated when...

Healing foods.(DATE WITH A DISH)(Recipe)
July 1, 2006... Although the taste of food is a major attraction, the main purpose of eating is to fuel the body and enhance the body's immune systems. That is why it is so important to make wise food choices when planning your meals. One thing's for sure, a...

Tea time for your health.
July 1, 2006... For many years tea has been associated with positive health benefits. There are many varieties of tea. All tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant, the fresh leaves of the tea plant are processed and the their level of contact with oxygen...

Classic contrasts: Ebony fashion fair.(black and white designs in fashion)
July 1, 2006... For summer 2006 party attire, designers have returned to classic black and white designs. Women with busy social calendars may find that to be a good thing, for you can never go wrong with the fresh elegance of classic contrasts. Paraded on the...

'We're on vacation!' Tips for easy travel with your children.
July 1, 2006... Traveling with children is an art form. Perfecting it may take a bit of finessing, some creativity and a little common sense. However, the outcome will be a relaxing vacation your family will never forget. Nicole Howell recalls a memorable...

Work it out: proper workout attire for men & women.
July 1, 2006... Just getting to the gym or making a commitment to a fitness program can be a big step toward healthy living. But before you begin your quest to burn some calories or tone flabby abs, you should make sure you are dressed appropriately for your...

Two gems from the coal mines: husband-and-wife team carves out a life that has produced five college graduates, including two NFL stars.(National Football League, Betty Jones and Thomas Jones)
July 1, 2006... Five to 10 miles underground and dark as a dungeon, the coal mines of Big Stone Gap, Va., were where Betty Jones worked the night shift for 20 years to provide for her seven children. One of a few African-American women coal miners, she had...

Micah Stampley: a special voice of praise.(gospel music)(Biography)
July 1, 2006... He is God's Minister of Music, a licensed minister, a husband, a father of five and one of gospel music's newest male stars. He is Micah Stampley. At only 34, the sought-after psalmist is already a music veteran. His first CD, The Songbook...

Attention deficit disorder: the facts and the myths.(Disease/Disorder overview)
July 1, 2006... Kenya was 11 years old when her behavior became a cause of concern for her family. According to her doctor, she was "bouncing off walls and blurting [things] out," which are usually characteristic of children with attention deficit...

After 20 years in hip hop: LL Cool J comes clean about plastic surgery, steroid use & heartbreak.(Biography)
July 1, 2006... LL COOL J runs his index finger down one side of his tongue, and his thumb down the other, all the while eyeing the sweet little number on the table. He licks his lips like only he can. The tension being created in the New York City photo...

Ebony salutes outstanding women in marketing and communications.
July 1, 2006... Twelve leaders in advertising, journalism and corporate affairs were honored at Ebony's seventh annual Outstanding Women in Marketing & Communications luncheon in the Grand Ballroom of the Hilton New York & Towers. Johnson Publishing...

2006 top bachelorettes.
July 1, 2006... For shame, my Brothers! You've allowed these ladies to slip through your fingers for far too long. Just take a look at the lovelies who grace the pages of our 2006 Ebony Bachelorettes. They include professional singers, corporate executives, a...

Memorable photo: from the Ebony files.(Floyd Patterson)(In memoriam)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... FLOYD PATTERSON became the youngest heavyweight champion when, at 21, he knocked out Archie Moore in 1956. The 1952 Olympic gold medalist lost the title to Ingemar Johansson in 1959, but became the first heavyweight champion to regain the title...