Ebony articles from March 2006

Ebony archives from March 2006

The insider.(Editorial)
March 1, 2006... IT'S all about women. The tradition continues this month as we again focus on the many aspects of womanhood and all it encompasses. This is a celebration of the mother, the professional, the corporate leader, the administrative assistant,...

Speaking of people.(FRONT ROW)
March 1, 2006... LEAH BROWN PRESIDENT AND CEO OF ATEN SOLUTIONS Leah Brown is co-founder, president and CEO of ATEN Solutions (A10), a professional service that conducts clinical research, manages clinical data and offers statistical programming for...

Ebony on the scene.(FRONT ROW)(Author Abstract)
March 1, 2006... IN CHARLOTTE, N.C., Patricia Davis (c.) is congratulated by John Cater (to her right), vice president and Midwest Advertising Manager for EBONY, after she became the 2005 sweepstakes grand prize winner of the EBONY Black Family Reunion Tour....

10 Hottest Couples.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2006... With so many celebrity couples recently going through breakups, it's refreshing to see that Black love is still alive and well, thanks to your article, "10 Hottest Couples" (Feb. 2006). The unions of such stars as Janet Jackson and Jermaine...

Rosa Parks.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2006... I was pleased to see "Remembering Rosa Parks" (Jan. 2006). I encourage others to hang her picture in their homes just as they do for male civil rights leaders. We consider Mrs. Parks to be the "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement," so we need...

Ebony Fashion Fair Chairpersons.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2006... Editor's Note: In the feature, "Ebony Fashion Fair Chairpersons" (Jan. 2006), Marie Baker Wilson, general chairperson of Ebony Fashion Fair show in Atlanta, was inadvertently omitted. The Atlanta show has been sponsored by the Atlanta...

Sisterspeak.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2006... Just a quick note to tell you how much I enjoy and look forward to reading the Sisterspeak column each month. I especially found inspiration in the column, "Never Too Late For True Love" (Dec. 2005), that dealt with rekindling relationships....

For Brothers Only.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2006... I am so happy and thankful that Mr. Kevin Chappell wrote the For Brothers Only column, "At A Loss For Words" (Nov. 2005), because much of what we heard or saw about most African-American males in New Orleans--during the aftermath and...

5 questions for: Lisa Ellis.(FRONT ROW)(Interview)
March 1, 2006... Lisa Ellis is the new president of Sony Urban Music. Since 2004, Ellis has served as general manager of Sony Urban Music. Prior to that, she was senior vice president of strategic marketing and music licensing, Sony Music, where she worked with...

Diahann Carroll: gorgeous at 70, she's still in a class of her own.(CENTER STAGE)
March 1, 2006... WITH her radiant voice and style, award-winning actress Diahann Carroll is scaling new heights and headlining a concert tour once again, beginning in April. "Performing is like an old friend," says Carroll during a phone interview from New...

A Piece of Cake: Cupcake Brown: one woman's story of courage and overcoming adversity.(BookSHELF)(Interview)
March 1, 2006... BLACK women love awe-inspiring stories about other Black women who have overcome adversity to go on to achieve great things. Cupcake Brown is one of those women. She lost her mother at an early age and found herself at 13 engaged in...

Stripped Bare: The 12 Truths That Will Help You Land the Very Best Black Man.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
March 1, 2006... Newcomer author LaDawn Black, in STRIPPED BARE: THE 12 TRUTHS THAT WILL HELP YOU LAND THE VERY BEST BLACK MAN (One World/Ballantine Books, $12.95), offers advice to African-American women to help them obtain and maintain great relationships....

The Player Slayer: The Pocket Guide to Jamming the Player's Game.(ALSO NOTED)
March 1, 2006... THE PLAYER SLAYER: THE POCKET GUIDE TO JAMMING THE PLAYER'S GAME (Agate, $9.95), by Ms. T., is a hilarious, must-have guide for any woman fed up with players, the game and being played.

Weddings Valentine Style: Rich Inspiration For Every Woman's Dream Day.(ALSO NOTED)
March 1, 2006... In WEDDINGS VALENTINE STYLE: RICH INSPIRATION FOR EVERY WOMAN'S DREAM DAY (Atria Books, $35.95), popular wedding producer to the stars Diann Valentine, with Tonya Bolden, share inspired secrets for making any wedding a dream day.

The Mocha Manual to a Fabulous Pregnancy.(ALSO NOTED)
March 1, 2006... THE MOCHA MANUAL TO A FABULOUS PREGNANCY (Amistad, $14.95) by Kimberly Seals-Allers offers expectant mothers insightful tips on everything from preparing for the arrival of the little one to managing stress to dressing "like a babe" when you're...

Suicide watch: after homicides and accidents, suicide is the third-leading cause of death among Black youth.(For Brothers Only)
March 1, 2006... If you were like me, you were shocked by the news of the death of the 18-year-old son of Indianapolis Colts head coach Tony Dungy. You were shocked that a young man with a chance to have such a bright future would feel so overwhelmed by certain...

Mistakes Black women make.(Money Talks)
March 1, 2006... Black women can't afford NOT to clean up their finances and build for the future, financial experts say. Chances are that African-American women will live an average of seven years longer than their spouses. But today's spending sprees,...

Karen Clark Sheard: ebullient with praise.(Sounding Off: For The Latest and Hottest In Black Music!)(It's Not Over)(Sound Recording Review)
March 1, 2006... KAREN CLARK SHEARD kicks off her new recording, It's Not Over (Word Records/Warner Brothers), with a bang, and she keeps you in the clouds on through the last note. Her "Rejoice and Be Glad" is exceptionally ebullient, followed by "I Never...

Lena Horne.(Sounding Off: For The Latest and Hottest In Black Music!)
March 1, 2006... The legendary Lena Horne delights fans and admirers with a collection of previously unreleased songs on SEASONS OF A LIFE (Blue Note). The collection was compiled and produced by Home's longtime guitarist and musical director Rodney Jones, who...

Also noted.(Sounding Off)
March 1, 2006... ANDREW HILL, Time Lines (Blue Note); ANTHONY BRANKER & ASCENT, Spirit Songs (Sons of Sound); CHRISTIAN SCOTT, Rewind That (Concord Jazz); CYRUS CHESTNUT; Genuine Chestnut (Telarc); ERIC DARIUS, Just Getting Started (Narada Jazz); JASON MILES,...

The 'minefield' of negativity.(Sisterspeak)
March 1, 2006... I'm in a positive state of mind--which by 2006 standards marks me as a dangerous woman. I agree with Evillene, the witch in The Wiz, who stated with ungrammatical profundity to all around her--"Don't nobody bring me no bad news." It's a...

Optimum shine.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... * EBONY WEB BONUS! SofTSheen-Carson's OPTIMUM OIL THERAPY SHINE BOOSTER features micro-oil technology and combines four natural therapeutic oils to give hair the benefits of oil with no greasy build-up. (softsheen-carson.com For an...

Kiehl's musk.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... KIEHL'S introduces the Original Musk Bath and Shower Cleanser and Body Lotion. The richly foaming bath and shower gel gently cleanses the skin, while the lotion leaves skin smooth and fragrant. (www.kiehls.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Color Palm Z22.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... PALM INC. introduces the new Palm Z22 organizer. It weighs just over 3 ounces and can help you keep track of appointments, phone numbers, to-do lists and photos. Information is kept safe even if you forget to recharge it. (www.palm.com/us/) ...

Magenta headset.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... MOTOROLA H500 BLUETOOTH HEADSET is available in the eye-catching shade magenta. It is equipped with a multifunction button that makes it easy to place, receive and end calls with the touch of one button. It provides up to 8 hours of talk time...

Classy China.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... CORELLE'S LIFESTYLE DINNERWARE offers new designs, including the pattern shown, Maya. Made of durable, lightweight Vitrelle material, the dinnerware is available in 16- and 20-piece sets and open stock. (www.corelle.com) [ILLUSTRATION...

Gentle sanitizer.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... CLOROX ANYWHERE HARD SURFACE SANITIZING SPRAY can kill the most common household bacteria, but is gentle enough to use around children, pets and food. (www.clorox.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Fresh scent.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... The Olive Oil and Orange Blossom Collection from CASWELL-MASSEY offers the moisturizing hand wash body butter guest soaps and Olive Oil and Orange Blossom scented candle. All terns sold separately. (www.caswellmassey.com) [ILLUSTRATION...

Retro watch.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... The JEEP RETRO WATCH features quartz precision movement with an off-center sweep second hand. It has a silver-on-silver dial with a white-on-black strap. Also available with orange-on-black strap. (www.gear.jeep.com/JeepGear) [ILLUSTRATION...

Wireless audio.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... OREGON SCIENTIFIC introduces the iBall, which delivers crystal clear digital stereo audio up to 100 feet wirelessly. Can run six to eight hours on rechargeable batteries or from AC adapter and is compatible with various iPods....

Zahra.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... FASHION FAIR COSMETICS' Zahra Eau De Toilette is a warm and feminine fragrance with a hint of peach combined with rose, jasmine and ylang. Also available is the Zahra Perfumed Body Lotion. (www.fashionfair.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Break-free.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... The PANTENE PRO-V RELAXED & NATURAL BREAKAGE DEFENSE MASK leaves hair strong, soft and manageable. The thick, creamy formula deeply penetrates hair to restore moisture. (www.pantene.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Hoopla! Ware.(Ebony Essentials)
March 1, 2006... HOOPLA! DRINKWARE by Lenox is made of cased glass with color on the inside and cool white on the outside. Available in four colors--aquamarine, tangerine, kiwi and khaki. Hoopla! dinnerware and drinkware are available in open stock....

Identifying uterine cancer.(House Call: Expert Advice on Health and Fitness)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2006... Q One of my friends has two sisters, both of whom have had bouts with uterine cancer. Naturally, their experiences raised questions in my mind about the possibility of becoming a victim. What exactly is uterine cancer? What causes it, and are...

Abnormal vaginal bleeding.(House Call: Expert Advice on Health and Fitness)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2006... Q What is considered to be abnormal bleeding for women in their 40s? How can they determine if they are premenopausal? C. W., Detroit A Doctors say bleeding from the vagina--for women who are still in their reproductive years (many who...

March: what's happening where!(EBONY TRAVEL GUIDE)(Calendar)
March 1, 2006... ATLANTA * Denyce Graves, mezzosoprano. Emory University, Schwartz Center for Performing Arts. March 3. * Jelly's Last Jam. Broadway musical. Alliance Theatre Company. March 15-April 9. * Universoul Circus. Turner Field. Through...

Women at the top: Black female executives are making their mark at Fortune 500 companies.
March 1, 2006... THERE'S a saying that if you want a job done right, call in a woman. Make her an African-American woman and watch the company's stock increase. While some of corporate America has suffered from employee downsizing and high-level...

Michelle Obama: not just the senator's wife.(Biography)
March 1, 2006... MICHELLE OBAMA is the quintessential working Sister, juggling three schedules daily--homework, piano and dance lessons and sports activities for her two young daughters, her own busy schedule as an executive at the University of Chicago...

A Southern California showplace: real estate developer Sharon Sumpter highlights traditional furnishings in her elegant home.(Biography)
March 1, 2006... As a child growing up in rural Orangeburg, S.C., Sharon Sumpter often busied herself building tree houses while other girls played with dolls. She saw cleared fields as potential neighborhoods designed with her own touch. Her dream rarely...

Star Jones': physical, emotional and spiritual journey to finding love.(Interview)
March 1, 2006... STAR Jones is an amazing woman. The world has witnessed as she rose to the top of her profession as an attorney and then as co-host of The View, one of television's most successful talk shows. We have watched as she fell in love and married in...

Expert advice on love and relationships.(The Ebony ADVISOR)
March 1, 2006... Q My wife and I have been married for more than two years. To spice up our sex life, I've suggested that we try anal sex. My wife refused and lately I find myself thinking about having sex with other women. I'm afraid I can't remain faithful...

Spring intrigue: corporate chic & enchanted evenings.(BEAUTY & STYLE)
March 1, 2006... Marketing mavens--those visionary Sisters who specialize in public relations, global branding, event design, and entertainment marketing--generally keep two sets of wardrobes, one for the office and one for premieres and photo ops, where they...

Ebony celebrity beauty of the month.(BEAUT & STYLE)
March 1, 2006... The beautiful and talented actress Lynn Whitfield, who co-stars in Tyler Perry's comedy Madea's Family Reunion (which hits movie theaters in March), shares her healthy skin tips for spring. "My skin-care regimen is simple but essential to...

Spring bling.(BEAUTY & STYLE)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2006... Melissa wears Giorgio Armani Collezioni jacquard stripe jacket with matching pant and Rena Lange gathered camisole. Details: Sterling silver/18k gold Maltese cross and earrings from Judith Ripka. Cartier stainless steel/18k gold Roadster...

Getting to the root.(BEAUTY & STYLE)(Afro hairstyle)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2006... hair care for sisters q: "I recently cut off my relaxed hair, and now I wear an Afro. I thought going natural was a good thing, so why is my Afro dry and shedding constantly?" --Naturally Beautiful New Orleans a: Dear Naturally...

Ask Dr. Ashby: it's all about sex! Sex specialist answers questions about sex and relationships.
March 1, 2006... Q. MY HUSBAND BORES ME SEXUALLY. HE'S PRETTY BAD IN BED. WHAT SHOULD I DO? A. Communication is the foundation of any relationship. Have you tried talking to him about your sex life? What exactly makes him "bad" in bed? Did you ever think...

Sisters in charge.(African American women executives)
March 1, 2006... BARBARA MANZI President and CEO of Manzi Metals, Inc. BARBARA MANZI was in high school when she had a so-called "aha moment." While growing up in Cape Cod, Mass., a high school teacher urged her to learn to cook and sew because, she...

Elizabeth Catlett: legendary artist is still creating and living life on her own terms.(Biography)
March 1, 2006... AT age 90, Elizabeth Catlett is nowhere near retiring. She is still mentally sharp, pleasantly feisty and passionate about creating her signature art. The years and trials and travels and successes have not jaded her heart, inflated her ego or...

Italy in full bloom.(EBONY FASHION FAIR)
March 1, 2006... It seems that spring has arrived early in Milan, and that is evident by the robust and colorful garments showcased by Italian designers during the spring 2006 shows. Brilliant oranges and lime greens and sunny yellows and cool blues lit up the...

A fresh take on supper.(DATE With a Dish)
March 1, 2006... In this weight-conscious era, supper is no longer just meat and potatoes. People are interested in more creative dishes that are lite, flavorful and healthy, much like those they've been exposed to while eating out. In many households, the...

Good Morning America from ... Robin Roberts: morning show co-anchor turns sports dreams into broadcast success.(Biography)
March 1, 2006... SHE began playing tennis when she was 10. By the time Robin Roberts was 12, she was Mississippi's state bowling champion. "Tennis, bowling, Tiddly Winks, whatever," says the 45-year-old co-anchor of ABC's Good Morning America during a...

But everybody loves Tyler James Williams.(Promotion)
March 1, 2006... Tyler James Williams stars as Chris, a responsible, resilient 13-year-old struggling to keep his siblings in line at home while facing a new neighborhood and new school, in UPN's hit comedy Everybody Hates Chris. Recently, this talented young...

Samuel L. Jackson, LaTanya Richardson speak out on fame, marriage & why it's her turn now.(Interview)(Cover Story)
March 1, 2006... BLACK America's best-known acting duo is in adjoining chairs for hair and makeup--and the repartee is flying fast. They are discussing working together in Freedomland, only their second film together, and why--at least from her...

Your child and the Internet: tips to keep them safe on the information superhighway.(Parenting)
March 1, 2006... IT'S a place where you can chat with a friend in Australia, read a South African newspaper and check out a resort in the Caribbean--with only a few keystrokes and all in the privacy of your own home. That place where the sky is the limit in...

Love stories that survived the storms; Hurricanes Katrina and Rita couldn't match the power of the heart.
March 1, 2006... IT was the end of another grueling day for Clark Williams when he spotted the love of his life amid the clamor and chaos of a shelter in Denham Springs, La. It had to be love, he says, because just looking at the short, pretty woman seemed...

Yes, you can lose those pounds and inches.(BODY TALK)
March 1, 2006... CHANCES are that if you are reading this article, you are too heavy. But this time, you're sticking to your fitness plan, watching your caloric intake and making healthier choices long enough to see some results. Right? If so,...

Strictly for laughs.(Comic)(Cartoon)
March 1, 2006... "The potato goes with the couch." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "They must have hired the same movers we did." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Ford Motor Co. & the CIAA: Ford was a major sponsor of the CIAA's historic 60th anniversary in Raleigh, N.C., and the company continues its support during the 2006 event at the tournament's new home in Charlotte, N.C.(Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2006... At the CIAA's 60th anniversary, David Bercik (far right) of Ford Motor Co. joins Chuck Morrison (far left), executive vice president and general manager, UniWorld Group, and James Malone (second from right), group account director, UniWorld...

The SisterSpeak Health Spa Getaway.
March 1, 2006... In a historic gathering, Black women from across the U.S. met in Bermuda to attend the first annual "SISTERSPEAK: HEALTH & SPA GETAWAY" to participate in activities designed to focus on their mind, body and spirit. The "soulful wellness...

Diabetes.(SPECIAL SECTION)
March 1, 2006... A Message from DR. JAMES R. GAVIN III, M.D., Ph.D., past chair of the National Diabetes Education Program and past president of the American Diabetes Association. Dr. Gavin is clinical professor of medicine and senior health advisor on health...

Diabetes management goes high-tech; new devices, personalized care help to control deadly disease.(special section: DIABETES)
March 1, 2006... IT'S a disease that affects nearly 21 million people--about 7 percent of the United States' population--including 1 in every 8 African-Americans. And while diabetes has no cure, new high-tech tools--as well as good, old-fashioned, hands-on...

Diabetes and skin care.(DIABETES: special section)
March 1, 2006... Diabetes can affect every part of the body, including the skin. As many as one-third of people with diabetes will have a skin disorder caused or affected by diabetes at some time in their lives. In fact, such problems are sometimes the first...

Partying the diabetic way.(DIABETES: special section)(food for diabetics)
March 1, 2006... If you are a diabetic, or have a family member, or friend who is, and you want to entertain, you don't have to sacrifice flavor or creative flair to enjoy. People with diabetes can eat tasty food, too. When preparing food for a diabetic, there...

Pre-diabetes: what you need to know.(DIABETES: special section)
March 1, 2006... Before people develop type 2 diabetes, they almost always have "pre-diabetes"--blood glucose levels that are higher than normal, but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. There are 41 million people in the United States, ages 40 to...

Memorable photo from the Ebony files.(Lou Rawls)(Brief Article)(Obituary)
March 1, 2006... LOU RAWLS, the legendary performer with the smooth, velvety voice, created a legacy that included his efforts to send thousands of Blacks to college through the annual United Negro College Fund telethon. The event, which began in 1979, has...