Ebony articles from September 2005

Ebony archives from September 2005

Speaking of people.(FRONT ROW)
September 1, 2005... James H. Speed PRESIDENT & CEO NORTH CAROLINA MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY James H. Speed, Jr. is president and chief executive officer of North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company, the oldest and largest insurance company in America...

Ebony on the scene.(FRONT ROW)
September 1, 2005... IN INGLEWOOD, CALIF., Shaquille O'Neal celebrates after receiving his master of business administration from the University of Phoenix. The perennial NBA All-Star says he hopes to earn one more master's degree before pursuing a Ph.D. in...

Toni Braxton.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... After reading the article, "Toni Braxton Is Back!" (Aug. 2005), I am so envious of her. She is an accomplished singer and actress, has two beautiful children, a handsome husband and a body like that--after having two children! I just want...

Infertility.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... Editor's Note: Due to a technical glitch, several lines in the article, "Infertility: Help For Couples Trying To Conceive" (Aug. 2005), were deleted at the end of page 53. The following are the lines that were deleted after the word "cause":...

Cedric & Gabrielle.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... Thank you for the article "Cedric The Entertainer and Gabrielle Union Set The Record Straight About The Honeymooners And Their Next Unexpected Moves" (July 2005). I liked what they had to say about taking a legendary, much-be-loved series and...

Beauty & style.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... Thank you for the article, "Fantasy Tresses" (July 2005), which highlighted weave methods. I always wondered how celebrities got their hairstyles to look fresh and natural. Tamara Simmons North Charleston, S.C.

Fantasia.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... Thank you for the article, "Fantasia's Lifesaving Turnaround" (July 2005). It seems that she has come a long way in the music business. She inspires me. Her performances on American Idol last year were wonderful. It's just the beginning of...

Don Cheadle.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... It is perhaps not surprising that, as a young White woman, I have never picked up a copy of Ebony. But I did for the first time when I saw Don Cheadle on the cover, and read the article, "The Inside Story On The 'Always Oscar Worthy' Don...

Sarcoidosis.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... Ebony's article, "The Mystery of Sarcoidosis and Why It Affects So Many Blacks" (Aug. 2005) prompted many readers to call or write and request additional information. For more information on sarcoidosis, here are several Web sites:...

Center stage.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... Thanks for the Center Stage on Connie Briscoe (May 2005). Instead of giving in to her handicap, she let it become the fuel for her writing drive. Don't succumb to "giving up," instead, tell yourself to get up and do something. God bless! ...

Ebony bookshelf.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... While reading the Ebony Bookshelf (July 2005), I came across an interview with writer Terry McMillan, who states, "There is a backlash against Black writers now..." I would like to note that it's not a Black or White issue, but that writers of...

Khandi Alexander.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... I love Khandi Alexander, and I thank you for the article, "Up Close & Personal With Khandi Alexander" (June 2005). I was elated to finally read an article on her. This beautiful Black Sister has always been a very good actress and sex symbol to...

Raven-Symone.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... Thank you, EBONY, for your article, "Raven-Symon6 Grows Up" (May 2005), recognizing the extraordinary talents of the former child star. She is an actress, singer, dancer and positive role model. Raven is just as talented as her White...

College queens.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... I just want to say thank you for annually recognizing Black College Queens (April 2005). Your article, "Black College Queens: Then and Now" shows that our HBCU queens are not only beautiful but intelligent and talented as well. As a queen...

5 questions for: Kem.(FRONT ROW )(Interview)
September 1, 2005... Kem, with his poignant love songs, has stimulated passion in the hearts of female fans since his 2004 debut Kemistry. Now the once-homeless artist is back with the sizzling KEM Album II. On his CD, he continues to serenade and enthrall with...

Bruce S. Gordon: new NAACP president & CEO.(CENTER STAGE)(National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)(chief executive officer)
September 1, 2005... Bruce S. Gordon, new NAACP president and chief executive officer, plans to shore up the organization's infrastructure, increase its membership and build bridges between the nation's oldest and largest civil fights organization and other ethnic...

The B.B. King Treasures.(Book SHELF)(The B.B. King Treasures: Photos, Mementos, and Music from B.B. King's Collection)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
September 1, 2005... The musical wizardry of B.B. King has captivated listeners since he began his recording career in the late-1940s, strumming the guitar and singing the blues in his own inimitable way. Tracks like "The Thrill is Gone," "Why I Sing the Blues" and...

Topshelf.(FRONT ROW)(Spike Lee: That's My Story and I'm Sticking to It )(Brief Article)(Book Review)
September 1, 2005... "A lot of things have happened to me in my life," Spike Lee says in his new book, SPIKE LEE: THAT'S MY STORY AND I'M STICKING TO IT (W.W. Norton, $25.95), an oral history told to Kaleem Aftab, a film critic and producer. "Some higher being...

Always[R] ask Flo.
September 1, 2005... q: Hey Flo, I'm always a little nervous when I have a big date and my period is on. What advice can you give to boost my confidence so that I will have a good time and not worry about Mother' Nature? a: Girlfriend, you don't have to worry....

Author spotlight: Denise Nicholas.(Interview)
September 1, 2005... Some of you may remember DENISE NICHOLAS in her role as Liz McIntyre on the series Room 222, where she made her television debut in 1969, paving the way for aspiring Black actors and actresses across the nation. Still, others may recall her...

For brothers only: same-sex classes remove unneeded pressure and let boys be boys, while providing an opportunity for male-bonding and mentoring.(Back-to-School Time)
September 1, 2005... When it comes to African-American boys and education, the statistics are discouraging. Educators say that while virtually all kids start out with the same natural interest in education, an examination of test scores reveal that by fourth grade,...

Baby face.(Sounding Off: For The Latest and Hottest In Black Music!)(KENNETH (BABYFACE) EDMONDS )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... KENNETH (BABYFACE) EDMONDS is back on the music scene with a new CD, Grown & Sexy (Arista/SonyBMG), that reminds listeners why this talented artist is and has always been a heartthrob. The first single, "Sorry for the Stupid Things," is just...

Artist spotlight: Syleena Johnson.(Sounding Off: For The Latest and Hottest In Black Music!)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... SYLEENA JOHNSON continues to evolve as a woman and artist, and that is evident on The Flesh (Jive). The talented seductress enthralls with scorchers such as "Hypnotic" and "Phone Sex." But there's much more, such the "80s-flavored "Classic Love...

Charlie Wilson is a great talent, with or without the GAP Band, and he makes that point with his solo recording, Charlie, Last Name Wilson (Jive).(WHAT'S HOT!)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... CHARLIE WILSON is a great talent, with or without the GAP Band, and he makes that point with his solo recording, Charlie, Last Name Wilson (Jive). R. Kelly produced several tracks, including the title song and the romantic, dramatic ballad "No...

Also noted.(Sounding Off: For The Latest and Hottest In Black Music!)
September 1, 2005... COOK, DIXON & YOUNG, Vol. One (RCA Victor); HERBIE HANCOCK, Possibilities (Hancock Music); WYNTON MARSALIS, Amongst the People: Live at The House of Tribes (Blue Note); NAJEE, My Point of View (Heads Up); SOULIVE, Break Out (Concord); NNENNA...

Impotence drugs and blindness.(House Call: Expert Advice on Health and Fitness)
September 1, 2005... I'm a 62-year-old, energetic man who is, thanks to some new drugs, still sexually active. However, I have some real concerns after hearing some recent news. What is the story about impotence drugs being connected to some forms of blindness? I...

Heart drug for Blacks.(House Call: Expert Advice on Health and Fitness)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... Q When I turned 35 years old, I began to experience some heart problems that continue to affect my life today. I'm 49 now and want to know about this new controversial heart drug that's just for Blacks. What's so special about it? T.F.,...

Payday -- loan outlets and your finances.(Money Talks)
September 1, 2005... IT'S a business that didn't even exist 15 years ago. But today, there are more than 10,000 payday-loan outlets that comprise a $50-billion-a-year industry. For many customers, these short-term, unsecured consumer loans that are repaid on...

True Finish[TM] Powder.(Ebony Essentials)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... TRUE FINISH[TM] POWDER MAKEUP from Fashion Fair Cosmetics, with SPF 15 sun protection provides excellent coverage that conceals minor imperfections and evens out skintones. It is fragrance-free and oil free, yet will not dry out skin. Available...

A Spanish twist.(Ebony Essentials)(ceramic bakeware from Chantal)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... FROM CHANTAL the new Talavera Collection[TM] of ceramic bakeware is inspired by century-old designs of pottery and tiles from Spain. (chantal.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Dazzling ShugaBuds.(Ebony Essentials)
September 1, 2005... RIPTOPIA adds bling to headphones with ShugaBuds, which are encrusted with Swarovski crystals. Available in pink, blue, sage green, iridescent and yellow gold, and can be used with iPods, Mp3 players and portable CD players. (riptopia.com) ...

Picture perfect.(Ebony Essentials)(camera)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... SAMSUNG introduces its Digimax A50, a 5 mega-pixel digital camera that features a 3x optical zoom lens. The camera also provides some of the best age quality for shooting and reviewing pictures. (samsungcamerausa.com) [ILLUSTRATION...

Skin therapy delicious.(Ebony Essentials)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... CARESS[R] GLOWING TOUCH leaves skin soft and silky smooth. Enriched with shea butter and skin brighteners that penetrate deep into the skin the new line is available in a body wash, body bar and in-shower lotion. (caress.com) [ILLUSTRATION...

Portable knowledge.(Ebony Essentials)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... EBONY WEB BONUS! THE POCKET PREP[TM] FROM FRANKLIN ELECTONIC PUBLISHERS is a new interactive handheld tutor to help students prepare for SAT exams. The learning tool helps improve math and verbal skills and offers immediate feedback....

Winterize skin.(Ebony Essentials)(Cool Moisture Evaporative Humidfier)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... SUNBEAM introduces its new Cool Moisture Evaporative Humidfier, which helps to restore moisture to skin when temperatures drop and central heating dries out your complexion. Its 1.2 gallon capacity provides 24 hours of operation on one filling....

Rims to watch.(Ebony Essentials)
September 1, 2005... RAPPER 50 CENT introduces the new Spinner Model G-Unit Watch, which has the look of today's hottest rims-it has a spinning bezel. It comes with a black rubber or a stainless steel band and is available with a diamond-encrusted case. G-Unit's...

Ready set, waffle!(Ebony Essentials)(Breadmaking machines)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... BELGIUM WAFFLEPRO[R] serves up breakthrough technology to deliver waffles in just 90-120 seconds. The Chef's Choice[R] Belgium WafflePro[R] is both elegant and rugged. The unit makes four oversize waffles at one time. (chefschoice.com) ...

Never too much of Luther: Luther's music was a balm, both for himself and for his faithful listeners.(Luther Vandross)(Obituary)
September 1, 2005... THE news made me want to get to heaven just to hear Luther lead the band. For my generation--it was Luther. We even had Luther factions. Some swear there was a difference in his sound that varied with his body size. There are those who...

EBONY travel guide September: what's happening where!
September 1, 2005... ATLANTA * National Baptist Convention, USA. Georgia World Congress Center. Sept. 5-9. * Of Ballots Uncast: The African-American Struggle for the Right to Vote. Voting Rights Act 40th Anniversary Exhibition. Martin Luther King Jr....

A leap of faith: the Lawsons create family legacy in Muhammad Ali's former mansion.(Mattie, Michael Lawson, Italian Renaissance mansion )
September 1, 2005... IMAGINE having your own ballroom to entertain guests, or taking nature walks in your private serenity park full of fragrant fruit trees and flower gardens. Such a place exists in the 13,000-square-foot Italian Renaissance mansion and estate in...

Jet-setting with Jada: a day in the life of a supermodel.(Jada Collins)(Interview)
September 1, 2005... JADA COLLINS, commentator for the Ebony Fashion Fair, the world's premier traveling fashion show, and spokesmodel for Fashion Fair Cosmetics, is one jet-setting Sister who has a keen eye for fashion. "It's important for everyone to know that we...

Rolling, rolling, rolling: stability ball workouts provide core strengthening and more.(BODY TALK)
September 1, 2005... If your workouts have been falling flat lately, take note. Stability balls, those brightly colored orbs, also known as Swiss, fitness or physio balls, have gone mainstream as part of an effective group fitness workout or personal training...

New Black college presidents.
September 1, 2005... Prestige. Leadership. Responsibility. Power. Scholar. Educator. All of these qualities are a part of what it means to be a president of a college or university. The following five persons, all of whom have been lamed within the past year, have...

The HBCU campus update.(Historically Black Colleges and Universities )
September 1, 2005... FROM one year to the next, a variety of new highlights occur on numerous HBCU campuses that direct new attention to these institutions of higher education. With a continuous focus on enhancing the college and university experience for students,...

Top dollars for Black scholars: how to get your piece of the $122 billion scholarship boom.
September 1, 2005... While the country is fussing and fainting at the gas pump, college-bound kids and their parents are more concerned with the rising costs of getting a higher education. According to recent reports from the College Board, on average, annual...

Clark Atlanta University 'on the leading edge of learning'.
September 1, 2005... There are journeys and destinations for all historically Black colleges and university presidents, and rarely do two presidents travel the same road. Dr. Walter D. Broadnax became the second president of Clark Atlanta University on August...

Introducing the Spelman SpelBots: imaginative researches of artificial intelligence make their mark in history.
September 1, 2005... Dog training has really gone high-tech. In a nondescript computer lab located on the pristine campus of Spelman University, several robotic puppies bark, whimper, frolic and wag their tails as they compete in a moderately paced state-of-the art...

HBCU directory.(Historically Black Colleges and Universities)(Directory)
September 1, 2005... Alabama A&M University Dr. Virginia Caples Interim President Huntsville, Ala. 1875 Alabama State University Dr. Joe A. Lee Montgomery, Ala. 1867 Albany State University Dr. Portia H. Shields Albany, Ga....

Celebrate with us: participate, contribute, share in history.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... Shaw University, the oldest historically black college in the south celebrates 140 years of world-class education. An emerging national research institution equipped with 21st century technology, Shaw fuses private industry know-how with...

2006 CIAA Tournament schedule of events.(Calendar)
September 1, 2005... MONDAY February 27, 2006 Women's Tournament Begins TUESDAY February 28, 2006 Women's Quarterfinals WEDNESDAY March 1, 2006 Men's Tournament Begins High School Day NASA Awareness Day 1 THURSDAY March 2, 2006 CIAA Career Exposition...

HBCU calendar 2005-2006.(Calendar)
September 1, 2005... August New student orientation and fall classes begin at most colleges and universities. Contact your college or university for specific dates. September 9/1 WADE WILSON CLASSIC, Cheyney, Pa.: Cheyney vs. Saint Paul's 9/3...

The 2005 Ford HBCU football classics guide.(Historically Black Colleges and Universities )(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... The Ford 'Roadies' On the road again! After a successful tour last year, the Ford "Roadies" are back to participate in numerous activities associated with Ford-sponsored HBCU football classics. For 12 weeks, two recent HBCU graduates--with...

Lane College: traditional values and the 'power of potential' in the New South.
September 1, 2005... PASSION. Pride. Promise. For Lane College in Jackson, Tenn., those three words epitomize the feeling of most people who choose to call the HBCU home--from the president to the students, from the coaches to the athletes themselves. For them,...

Italian interpretation.(EBONY FASHION FAIR)
September 1, 2005... Designers in Italy set the mood for cooler weather by offering an array of exquisite Autumn 2005 designs that inspire awe and the desire to get dressed up. Not surprisingly, many favored elegant attire in black and other dark shades, but...

Revolution: visit the Fashion Fair counter and try the fall 2005 collection.(Calendar)
September 1, 2005... AUG. 14-AUG. 27 ALABAMA PARISIAN Montgomery; Tuscaloosa FLORIDA BELK De Land; Gainesville: Lakeland; Leesburg; Ocala; Sebring MACY'S Boynton Beach; Fort Myers; Jenson Beach; Merritt Island; Miami; Orlando; Pembroke Pines;...

The heartbreak of separation anxiety: how to deal with your child's distress.(Parenting)
September 1, 2005... WITH the beginning of a new school year, some parents will, for the first time, have to face a different kind of major challenge--dealing with their child's separation anxiety. For many children, the first days of school can be among the most...

A back-to-school guide for parents and children.
September 1, 2005... It is, perhaps, one of the most anxiety-inducing events of the year--going back to school. For students and parents alike, it represents a time of tremendous change and a brand new start. For students, it means meeting new academic challenges,...

40 never looked so good! Whether 40 or a year removed, this group proves that age is just a number.(movie actresses)
September 1, 2005... The French have always known. And the rest of the world is finally beginning to catch on that a woman is most interesting, attractive and alluring when she is 40 and over. And for beautiful 40-something actresses Vivica A. Fox, Lela Rochon,...

Dating on the job: is it really worth it?
September 1, 2005... So you're convinced that your co-worker is your long lost soul mate. You share the same hobbies, move in the same after-work social circles, like and dislike the same people, and, as you remind each other often through voicemails, subtle hints...

The best burgers.(DATE With a Dish)
September 1, 2005... One of the favorite treats for young and old alike continues to be the classic, traditional hamburger. But it doesn't have be the plain, ground beef variety anymore. Thanks to a little imagination and ingenuity, burger lovers have come up with...

Meet Martin, Martin & Martin: Mississippi triplets have beaten the odds and are making history as top-notch attorneys.(Kenya Martin, Deshun Martin and Warren Martin Jr.)(Interview)
September 1, 2005... For the Martin triplets--Kenya, Deshun and Warren Jr.--their bountiful blessings have continued to come in threes. They are the first African-American triplets to graduate from the same college (Jackson State University), the same law...

The Ebony advisor: expert advice on love and relationships.
September 1, 2005... Q I am a 33-year-old single mother of two girls, one with cerebral palsy. I've been dating a 32-year old man with two children for nine months. We had to stay in a lot because of his financial situation, but now that he's gotten a good job, we...

Planning a children-friendly family reunion: create a gathering to remember.
September 1, 2005... WHEN George Wallace, the renowned comedian, helped plan a recent family reunion, planners came up with a career day, among other events, for the children. They wanted to ensure that the children, as carriers of the torch of the future, enjoy...

Holly & Rodney Peete: new baby, new TV shows and renewed marital vows.(Holly Robinson, Rodney Peete)(Interview)(Cover Story)
September 1, 2005... Holly Robinson and Rodney Peete are not your ordinary Hollywood couple. For one, they have been together for 10 years, a long time by Hollywood marriage standards. They have four children, another unusual number for couples in Tinsel Town. And...

Strictly for laughs.
September 1, 2005... "I've lived long enough to do anything I want, but now I'm too old to do it." "I wouldn't get in so much trouble if school didn't have so many rules." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Ebony Fashion Fair chairpersons.(Directory)
September 1, 2005... FOR 48 incredible years, the Ebony Fashion Fair has enjoyed the distinction of being the world's premier traveling fashion show, exhibiting the elegance and flair that have been celebrated and applauded by millions. And that tradition continues...

Bow Wow grows up: he took the world by storm as "Lil' Bow Wow," but he's not so little anymore.(Biography)
September 1, 2005... SOLD-OUT tours, movie premieres, appearances on television shows, countless interviews and thousands of screaming fans--some who faint at just the mention of his name. That's all in a day's work for 18-year-old Shad Moss. But Moss is not your...

Remembering Luther Vandross: 1951-2005.(Obituary)
September 1, 2005... He had a voice like liquid velvet. And a way of caressing a ballad that made legions of star-struck listeners inclined to recline. Luther Vandross and his signature sound defined an era of romance for a generation coming of age. His sudden...