Ebony articles from September 2006

Ebony archives from September 2006

A message from the President & CEO: Linda Johnson Rice.(HURRICANE KATRINA: ONE YEAR LATER)
September 1, 2006... ONE year ago, we witnessed the incredible destruction that came as the result of Hurricane Katrina, which battered Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi, literally changing the lives of thousands of people who, 12 months later, are still trying to...

The insider.
September 1, 2006... This issue, like each Ebony issue, has its own unique qualities. In a rare presentation, this month's issue includes two special sections. One of the special sections, "Hurricane Katrina: One Year Later," is outlined in the President and CEO's...

Speaking of people.(FRONT ROW)
September 1, 2006... Jeniffer Harper VICE PRESIDENT THE SIEMENS FOUNDATION Jeniffer Harper is vice president of the New Jersey-based Siemens Foundation, which gives an estimated $2 million in college scholarships and awards annually to talented high...

Ebony on the scene.(Sidney Poitier with Raven Symone open Hollywood Black Film Festival)(NAACP President Bruce Gordon signs a commitment for fighting AIDS)(Mel Watt talks about renewing the Voting Rights Act of 1965)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... IN WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S. Rep. Mel Watt, chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus, talks about the importance of renewing the Voting Rights Act of 1965. After the House of Representatives voted 390 to 33, the Voting Rights Act was sent to the...

Mariah Carey.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2006... I can't wait to see Mariah Carey in concert as she goes back on the road to perform. In the cover story, "Mariah Carey's Big Comeback" (Aug. 2006), she seems to be quite eager to get back in the public view and do what she does best. I can't...

LL CooL J.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2006... Just a special thank you for the LL Cool J article, "After 20 Years In Hip-Hop, LL Cool J Comes Clean About Plastic Surgery, Steroid Use & Heartbreak" (July 2006). LL is truly one talented person, great rapper, actor and designer! Always a...

Sickle Cell Disease.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2006... Believe it or not, but at this very moment, I'm reading the article, "One Family's Struggle With Sickle Cell Disease" (July 2006). At this very moment, my daughter is in the hospital having a very bad crisis, and I want to thank you for writing...

Childhood obesity.(LETTERS to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2006... I am writing in response to the article, "The Battle Against Childhood Obesity" (March 2006), written by Lynette R. Holloway. I was overjoyed to come across the article that was so thorough in expressing how dangerous being obese truly is. Not...

Walter Mosley is back!("Fear of the Dark")(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... Fearless Jones and Paris Minton, characters from Walter Mosley's bestsellers FEARLESS JONES and FEAR ITSELF, return in a taut thriller about family and revenge in FEAR OF THE DARK (Little, Brown and Co., $25.99). For Paris, a knock on his door...

Topshelf.("All Aunt Hagar's Children" by Edward P. Jones)("Hunger" by Erica Simone Turnipseed )(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... In ALL AUNT HAGAR'S CHILDREN (Amistad/HarperCollins, $25.95), Pulitzer Prize-winner Edward P. Jones' much-anticipated new book features 14 short stories. Whether writing about country folk newly arrived to the city or hardened urban natives...

My Soul is a Witness: the Message of the Spirituals in Word and Song.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... In MY SOUL IS A WITNESS: THE MESSAGE OF THE SPIRITUALS IN WORD AND SONG (Augsburg Books, $19.99), Marsha Hansen highlights the connection between spirituals, blues and modern rock.

Faith Under Fire: Betrayed By a Thing Called Love.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... In FAITH UNDER FIRE: BETRAYED BY A THING CALLED LOVE (Author House, $21.50), LaJoyce Brookshire tells the story of how she married a man who knew that he had AIDS, but kept his deadly secret until his body betrayed him. Luckily, she says, she...

Diversity: Leaders Not Labels.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... In DIVERSITY: LEADERS NOT LABELS (Free Press, $25), motivational speaker and entrepreneur Stedman Graham tells readers how to break out of the box that prevents them from reaching their full potential.

God Don't Play.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... In G0D DON'T PLAY (Dafina/Kensington Publishing, $24), popular author Mary Monroe returns with the story of Annette and Rhoda, who have liberated themselves from lies, violence and abuse.

Chicken Soup for the African American Woman's Soul.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... In CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMAN'S SOUL (HCI, $14.95), Lisa Nichols and co-writers Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen return with the popular series, combining stories of legendary Black women with those of modern-day heroines.

The Bridge of No Return.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... In THE BRIDGE OF NO RETURN (Publish America, $19.99), novelist Stella tells the intriguing story of a Midwestern woman who moves to Manhattan to begin a new life after receiving the job offer of a lifetime.

Kanye West in the Studio: Beats Down! Money Up!(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... In KANYE WEST IN THE STUDIO: BEATS DOWN! MONEY UP! (The Studio years, 2000-2006), Jake Brown explores the meteoric rise of the hip-hop star.

Welcome Precious.(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... WELCOME PRECIOUS (Scholastic, $16.99), by Nikki Grimes (illustrated by Bryan Collier), is the perfect gift for expecting parents, big brothers- and sisters-to-be. Grimes' poetic text and Collier's captivating illustrations welcome a new babe to...

Dear Mr. Rosenwald.(Carole Boston Weatherford's book is a tribute to Julius Rosenwald)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... DEAR MR. ROSENWALD (Scholastic, $16.99), by Carole Boston Weatherford (illustrated by R. Gregory Christie), is a tribute to Julius Rosenwald, former president of Sears, Roebuck and Co., who in the 1920s and 1930s donated hundreds thousands of...

The Friendly Four.(Brief article)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... THE FRIENDLY FOUR (Amistad/HarperCollins, $16.99), by Etoise Greenfield (illustrated by Jan Spivey Gilchrist), tells the fun-filled story of Drum, Dorene, Louis and Rae as they share a special summer of discovery and creative play together.

The Three Witches.(Brief article)(Children's review)(Book review)
September 1, 2006... THE THREE WITCHES (HarperCollins, $15.99), collected by Zora Neale Hurston and adapted by Joyce Carol Thomas (illustrated by Faith Ringgold), is the fun and wacky tale of three very bad and hungry witches who turn out to be no match for two...

Israel L. Gaither: a changing of the guard at the Salvation Army.
September 1, 2006... Israel L. Gaither, the first African-American to lead the U.S. operations of the Salvation Army in the group's 126-year history, plans to put his stamp on the organization, in part, by reaffirming the group's commitment to serving the poor, and...

5 questions for: Mya.(singer, actor and dancer)(Interview)
September 1, 2006... For Mya, life has been about transitions, both personal and professional. The 26-year-old Washington, D.C., native has proven that she's not your average up-and-coming superstar. No longer a background singer for Pras and Ol' Dirty Bastard on...

Historically Black colleges & universities.(Viewpoint essay)
September 1, 2006... Historically Black colleges and universities are deeply rooted in me. My grandparents, my parents, my brother and me, my two sons, and my niece are all graduates of HBCUs. My brother Albert and I attended Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee...

Vickie Winans.("Woman to Woman: Songs of Life")(Sound recording review)
September 1, 2006... VICKIE WINANS speaks to the pain of poverty, childbirth and broken hearts on Woman to Woman: Songs of Life (Destiny Joy/Verity Records), and the dynamic gospel artist demonstrates why she is so endeared by gospel fans of all generations. The...

Also noted.(sound recordings)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Lyfe Jennings, The Phoenix (Sony/Columbia); NANCY WILSON, Turned to Blue (MCG Jazz); The Ultimate Luther Vandross (J/Epic/Legacy); GERI ALLEN, Timeless Portraits and Dreams (Telarc); RYAN TOBY, Soul of a Songwriter (Mass Appeal); SAM MOORE,...

Keloid concerns.(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Q There are two individuals in my family who have developed very noticeable keloids after some damage to their skin. I have a 19-year-old son who is about to have his ears pierced, and I'm very concerned that he might develop keloids after the...

Secondhand smoke.(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Q My mother and father have been married for 35 years, and my father has been smoking most of his life--much of the time inside their home. How dangerous is it for my mother to be in that environment that exposes her to secondhand smoke? ...

Money mistakes college students make.
September 1, 2006... The No.1 money lesson college students MUST learn is this: Actions have consequences. Many students are maxing out those credit cards and racking up huge debt before graduation, and that can lead them to financial ruin if they aren't careful....

Raising global citizens.(in New Orleans)(Viewpoint essay)
September 1, 2006... Last spring I visited New Orleans and saw firsthand the horrifying devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Nine months after the disaster, I was shocked to see how little had been repaired, especially in the 9th Ward, which, to me, looked virtually...

Colorful cookware.(Ebony Essentials)
September 1, 2006... STAUB presents the Coq au Vin Cocotte, which is available in six rich colors featuring a rooster knob. Shown in sunflower, the 6-quart French oven is ideal for cooking poultry. (www.staubusa.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Ostrich Egg Bowls.(Ebony Essentials)
September 1, 2006... OSTRICH EGG BOWLS from TableArt are actually made from ostrich eggs. Available in colors including speckled red and black and green, these stylish bowls are great for salads, dessert and fruit. (www.tartontheweb.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Ambi[R] Skin.(Even & Clear facial care introduced)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... AMBI[R] SKINCARE introduces its new Even & Clear[TM] facial care line. Among the products are the Foaming Cleanser and Exfoliating Wash to help women achieve clear and even-toned skin. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Italian watches.(Ebony Essentials)
September 1, 2006... The STRATOSPHERE[R] WATCH COLLECTION by LP Italy features fashionable Italian-designed, Swiss-made watches. Handcrafted and available in various styles, the watches feature domed cases and Italian leather straps. (www.Ipitaly.com and...

iPod protector.(Ebony Essentials)
September 1, 2006... i1010 CASE from Pelican[TM] Products is crush-proof, weather-resistant and features an external head jack that allows users to protect their iPods while listening to music. (www.pelican.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Enhance the eyes.(Ebony Essentials)
September 1, 2006... FASHION FAIR[R] COSMETICS introduces I-Enhancer[TM] Mascara to its Eye Accent Collection. The long-lasting mascara dramatically lengthens and conditions lashes and is formulated especially for sensitive eyes. Available in black....

September: what's happening where.(Calendar)
September 1, 2006... ANNAPOLIS, Md. * 2006 Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds. Sept. 30-Oct. 1. ATLANTA * National African-American Insurance Association conference. Atlanta Marriott Marquis. Sept. 13-16. * National...

The USS San Antonio: Commander Brad Lee takes charge: the 40-year-old chemist commands the battle-capable ship that is one of the Navy's most technologically advanced vessels.(United States. Ship )
September 1, 2006... AT first glance, the sheer enormity of the USS San Antonio--at 694 feet long, 105 feet wide and 25,000 tons--is breathtaking. Docked gallantly against its Atlantic backdrop in Norfolk, Va., it is a testament to military strength, a...

A back-to-school guide for parents and children.
September 1, 2006... IT'S that time of the year again--time to trade summer camp T-shirts and late nights for school uniforms and backpacks. For some, the beginning of a new school year brings about anxiety and excitement, for others it causes stress and fear of...

Strictly for laughs.(Cartoon)
September 1, 2006... "I did like you told me to, Dad--I carved out a niche for myself at school! You'll be getting a bill for the desk I did it on." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I JUST LOST MY JOB. I GUESS I'LL GO BY THE UNEMPLOYMENT OFFICE DID YOU LOSE YOUR...

Drs. Vince & Vance Moss to the rescue: after twin surgeons heal wounds of war in Afghanistan, it's New York patients who are now getting a helping hand.
September 1, 2006... In Afghanistan, an area torn apart by decades of war and destruction, where malnutrition, people with disabilities and disease continue to rise, 35-year-old twin African-American surgeons from New York City performed operations through the...

Hiking: using nature to restore the mind, body & soul.(african americans dont prefer outdoor activities)
September 1, 2006... When Audrey Peterman and:her husband decided in 1995 to hike around the country for 10 weeks, they were astonished at what they saw. During the entire experience, Peterman only counted two other African-Americans out of thousands of tourists...

Gardens in the city.
September 1, 2006... The New Urban Chic HERE was a time when tilling the soil was a pastime reserved for farmers and just plain ole country folk. But more and more, city dwellers are donning gardening gloves and hats as they grab trowels, soil scoops and snips...

Transitional chic.(women's clothing in Autumn)
September 1, 2006... Autumn is that time of year when fashionable women worldwide ponder what to wear that will be appropriate for sometimes--warm days and ofttimes cool evenings. Designers in the fashion capitals around the world are presenting a variety of...

Wing anytime.(recipes from chicken wings)
September 1, 2006... Many people believe that chicken wings, flavorful and versatile, are the best part of the chicken. They can be served as appetizers, as main-dish delicacies, in soups, and they are wonderful at snack time. In fact, what's a party without the...

20 years later: Spike Lee: still gotta have it: after 20 years in the movie business, award-winning filmmaker is making new statement with a film on Hurricane Katrina.
September 1, 2006... It's the quaint lobby of a New York City hotel. But when Spike Lee walks in, it might as well be the main terminal of Grand Central Station. "Hey, Spike, do the right thing," one dude yells. "Hey, Spike, what happened to the Knicks?" the...

College woman's guide to dating: some dos and don'ts to help navigate your way through the campus social scene.
September 1, 2006... AS thousands of college students travel to school this fall, many will discover the new freedoms that go along with campus life. Translation: Your parents won't be around to intervene when that fine Brother majoring in premed begins to flirt...

Lisa Raye's fairy tale comes true: after marriage, the actress has a new role as first lady of Turks and Caicos.(LisaRaye McCoy marries Michael Misick)
September 1, 2006... It is material straight from the pages of fairy tales and news headlines: LisaRaye McCoy, the young, single and sexy Hollywood actress meets the Honorable Michael Misick, the young, single and handsome chief minister (comparable to a president)...

The devastation, the hop, the recovery.(federal help for hurricanes is not sufficient)
September 1, 2006... One year after Hurricane Katrina--and the subsequent levee breech--flooded 80 percent of New Orleans, progress can be seen, but there is still much work to be done. Yellow high-water marks on structures are a constant reminder of the...

Mayor Ray Nagin speaks out.(Hurricane Katrina)(Interview)
September 1, 2006... New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin may be the most recognized mayor in the country. Since Hurricane Katrina ravaged his city one year ago, he has been in the national and international spotlight. And while he has taken a lot of heat for the way some...

New Orlean's Police Superintendent has his say.(Warren J. Riley)(Interview)
September 1, 2006... He took control of a decimated police department shortly after Hurricane Katrina. Since then, NEW ORLEANS POLICE SUPERINTENDENT WARREN J. RILEY not only led his officers through the storm, but he has also regained control of the city and has...

The evacuees: where are they now, and will they return?(Hurricane Katrina, 2005)
September 1, 2006... The catastrophe of Hurricane Katrina is still palpable in the lives of its survivors with most of the thousands still displaced far from home, emotionally, psychologically and/or physically, fully one year later. Most of the Hurricane...

'How I See It'.(sufferings of people in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina)(Viewpoint essay)
September 1, 2006... The day after Katrina, pictures of stranded and suffering New Orleanians at the Louisiana Superdome and Ernest N. Morial Convention Center hit the national and international news. Their faces, filled with so much pain and struggle, shocked both...

The road to recovery along the Gulf Coast: after Hurricane Katrina, Mississippi and Alabama residents are rebuilding their lives and communities.
September 1, 2006... It's a year later. While the world's attention focuses on the recovery in New Orleans, Hurricane Katrina, the worst natural disaster in the history of the United States, also ravaged the Mississippi and Alabama Gulf Coasts. As is the case in...

New Black College presidents.(Alabama State University appoints Dr. Robert R. Jennings)(Albany State University appoints Everette J. Freeman)(Arkansas Baptist College appoints Fitzgerald Hill)
September 1, 2006... With multiple responsibilities as administrator, educator, motivator and leader, presidents of colleges and universities take impressive stands to be essential assets to their institutions. The following eight new leaders were named because of...

Bennett College: bold, boundless and back from the brink.(Johnnetta Betsch Cole )
September 1, 2006... It's no stretch to say that when Sister President Johnnetta Betsch Cole came out of retirement to assume the presidency of Bennett College for Women in Greensboro, N.C., four years ago, she saved the college. And with the recent...

Norfolk State University: a science and technological powerhouse in the making.(Carolyn Winstead )(Organization overview)
September 1, 2006... With a new president and construction underway of a state-of-the-art research park Norfolk State University has come a long way from its humble beginnings. Founded in 1935 in the midst of the Great Depression, the institution began with a mere...

Top dollars for black scholars: how to finance your educational choice.
September 1, 2006... The headlines say it all: "Cost of College Tuition on the Rise" and "Battling the College Cost Crisis." These headlines and other factors can cause panic in college-bound students and their parents. A college education has been long viewed as...

The HBCU campus update.(historically black colleges and universities)
September 1, 2006... EACH school year, a plethora of new events take place on HBCU grounds, turning a new spotlight on these historic institutions of higher learning. But this year represents a new beginning for some HBCU campuses in areas ravaged by Hurricane...

HBCU directory.(historically black colleges and universities)(Directory)
September 1, 2006... Alabama A&M University Dr. Robert Jennings Huntsville, Ala. 1875 Alabama State University Dr. Joe A. Lee Montgomery, Ala. 1867 Albany Slate University Dr. Everette J. Freeman Albany, Ga. 1903 Alcorn...

HBCU calendar 2006-2007.(historically black colleges and universities)(Table)(Calendar)
September 1, 2006... August New student orientation and fall classes begin at most colleges and universities. Contact your college or university for specific dates. 8/26 HBCU CLASSIC, Greenville, S.C.: Edward Waters vs. ...

The glamorous life: Superstar Spokesmodel Jada Collins prepares for a night of elegance and style at the Ebony Fashion Fair Show.
September 1, 2006... Exuding confidence, style elegance and grace, Jada Collins makes the life of a world-class supermodel look effortless. Yet traveling to a different city every day with the world's premier traveling fashion show is anything easy. The rehearsals,...

Hair care for sisters.(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Q: Help! I am a 43-year-old woman, and for the last year and a half I have been slowly losing my hair through breakage and shedding. I have been getting regular hair care from a licensed beautician, but I am still losing my hair. My beautician...

Upholding family traditions: praise for Black Family reunions.
September 1, 2006... It started as a celebration of family kinship--old and new. It is revered as a time to unite, fellowship and reflect on the richness of family heritage. For generations, Black family reunions have been the foundation of family legacy and...

Turning up the heat in Hollywood: Khandi Alexander, Shemar Moore & Kimberly Elise.(black actors )
September 1, 2006... For much of the U.S., fall offers colorful leaves and mercifully cooling temperatures. In Hollywood's television industry, autumn means that show cliffhangers of the spring are finally resolved and a new crop of shows compete for an...

Ebony Fashion Fair: chairpersons.
September 1, 2006... This is the 49th spectacular year that the Ebony Fashion Fair will showcase the elegance and glamor that have elevated it to the level of being the world's premier traveling fashion show. That celebrated tradition continues when the show makes...

Memorable photo.(Lloyd Richards )(Obituary)
September 1, 2006... Lloyd Richards (c), the theater director and educator who was often described as "the most important African-American on Broadway," directed the award-winning play, A Raisin In The Sun, and is shown with the production's principals, including...