Federal changes could end up ‘cutting holes’ in HIV safety net, experts say

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Dallen Michael Greene still remembers the fear he felt when he was diagnosed with HIV in 1999. "My heart literally sank to my knees and to my ankles," he said. That fear is what led the 56-year-old resident of Broward County, Florida, to become a mentor and patient guide for the newly diagnosed. He's a clinical manager at Community Care Resources of Florida, a nonprofit that offers

If you’ve lost your job, here’s how you can take care of yourself and your finances

[caption id="attachment_12487" align="alignnone" width="2560"] Photo by Mikhail Nilov[/caption] NEW YORK (AP) - Recent layoffs from technology and media companies and government agencies might have you thinking about job security. Losing your job is a difficult thing to process and you might feel the impact in several parts of your life. But there are things you can do to alleviate some of the stress and anxiety. If you've been laid off, experts recommend that you

Want your garden to smell as good as it looks? These flowers can do the job

[caption id="attachment_12482" align="alignnone" width="2560"] Photo by Jill Wellington[/caption] By  JESSICA DAMIANO (AP NEWS) For about two weeks every spring, my letter carrier, delivery drivers and just about everyone else who walks into my yard comments on the deliciously strong scent emanating from the two lilac shrubs flanking the front gate. Most days, the breeze carries the fragrance all the way to the front door or even indoors if the windows are open.

Exercising or playing sports in extreme heat can be extremely dangerous

[caption id="attachment_12477" align="alignnone" width="2560"] Photo by Oliver Sjöström[/caption] (AP NEWS) Extreme heat makes it especially hard for your body to cool down, so you need to be extra careful if you exercise or play sports when it's baking outside. Your brain tries to keep your body within a degree or two of 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit (37 degrees Celsius), and it does so in part by triggering sweat. When sweat dries,

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Medgar Evers

Medgar Wiley Evers was an American civil rights activist and soldier who was the NAACP's first field secretary in Mississippi. Dr. Michael Vinson, professor of History and Director of Africana Studies, kicked things off with a powerful keynote. Attendees also previewed a Mississippi Public Broadcasting documentary on Medgar Evers, followed by a riveting panel on “The Power of Words” featuring Joy Reid, Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr., and Ralph Eubanks. The conversation continued

How expressing gratitude can transform your work and life

[caption id="attachment_12472" align="alignnone" width="2560"] Photo by Peggy Anke[/caption] NEW YORK (AP) - The first thing Alison C. Jones does when she wakes up is to name three things she's grateful for. It can be as simple as the breeze from a fan or as meaningful as the way a friend showed up for her emotionally. Jones, an organizational development consultant, said the daily practice has helped her through hardships and

You probably don’t need foods with added protein, nutritionists say

By  MARIA CHENG, AP News The human body needs protein. Proteins carry out countless functions inside cells and they are vital for the growth, repair and maintenance of muscles, bones and skin. And with food companies rolling out high-protein versions of a huge range of foods, including milkshakes and granola bars - and even pancakes and popcorn - you might be tempted to think you need to add more to your

Reflection: Juneteenth Celebrations Across North Carolina

By Ms Jheri Worldwide Staff Writer This year, Juneteenth celebrations felt more important than ever. To have a commander-in-chief in the White House who elected not to acknowledge, celebrate, or honor the federal holiday spoke volumes but did not deter celebrations throughout the state of North Carolina and beyond. Kroger is also under fire for a viral video of poorly decorated cakes. However, it's not all bad news. In Paris,

Tropical Storm Andrea, first of Atlantic hurricane season, is quickly weakening

[caption id="attachment_12504" align="alignnone" width="980"] This satellite image provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows Tropical Storm Andrea, Tuesday, June 24, 2025. (NOAA via AP)[/caption] MIAMI (AP) - Tropical Storm Andrea, the first tropical storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, was forecast to dissipate by Wednesday after forming at sea Tuesday, the National Hurricane Center said. The tropical storm was far from land in the middle of the Atlantic