Ebony back issues from August 2006:
John H. Johnson: 1918-2005.(In Memory Of The Founder)(In memoriam)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... THIS month--August 8 to be exact--marks the first anniversary of the death of John H. Johnson, a visionary, who, with an idea and a $500 loan from his mother, created history, changing the media landscape with a collection of magazines that enlighten, encourage, empower and entertain. ...
The insider.
Aug 01, 2006 ... MARIAH Carey--she with the distinctive, high-octave voice--is getting the last laugh on critics who practically slammed the door on her career a couple of years ago. After the phenomenal success of her CD, The Emancipation of Mimi, she is embarking on a highly anticipated concert tour that ...
Speaking of people.(FRONT ROW)
Aug 01, 2006 ... MICHON ELLIS McDONALD'S CORPORATION DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS Michon Ellis is the director of global corporate communications for the Mc Donald's Corporation. He is responsible for developing communications strategies and programming to promote ...
Ebony on the scene.(statue of Josephine Baker unveiled)(CareerBuilder Inc. partners with basketball players)(Louis Gossett Jr. celebrates his birthday)
Aug 01, 2006 ... IN CASTELNAUD-LA CHAPELLE, FRANCE (above), a statue of Josephine Baker was unveiled in honor of her devotion to children. The ceremony, held near Baker's former chateau, Les Milandes, was attended by Akio Bouillin (c.), Baker's oldest son, and Sonia Rolland, a former Miss France, who will ...
LL Cool J.(Letters to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
Aug 01, 2006; ... I just had to write after seeing LL Cool J on EBONY'S recent cover, and I couldn't wait to read his article, "After 20 Years In Hip-Hop, LL Cool J Comes Clean About Plastic Surgery, Steroid Use & Heartbeat" (July 2006). LL just seems to be ...
Young, Gifted & Black.(Letters to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
Aug 01, 2006; ... Since education is my passion, I was extremely pleased by your article, "Young, Gifted and Black Students Thrive Despite the Odds" (June 2006). I was particularly drawn to the students who were Mensa members. I've been a member of Mensa for more than 30 years, and, until I read your ...
Angela Bassett.(Letters to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
Aug 01, 2006; ... Thank you, EBONY, for the cover story, "Angela Bassett Talks About Love, Marriage, The Twins & The Joys Of Motherhood" (May 2006). She appears to have it all--love, marriage and the joys of motherhood. She and her husband are twice blessed with twins. They're also blessed to be married as ...
Black College Queens.(Letters to the editor)(Letter to the editor)
Aug 01, 2006; ... Each year, I look forward to the story, "Black College Queens" (April 2006), and this year was no different. It's wonderful to see so many talented and ambitious representatives of the young ...
The elders speak.(BookSHELF)(A Wealth of Wisdom: Legendary African American Elders Speak)(Enough: The Phony Leaders, Dead-End Movements and Culture of Failure that are Undermining Black America-- and What We Can Do About It)(Book review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Camille O. Cosby, a producer and educator, and Renee Poussaint, a veteran network journalist and winner of three Emmy Awards, say that the wisdom of our elders is our most valuable resource. In A WEALTH OF WISDOM: LEGENDARY AFRICAN AMERICAN ELDERS SPEAK (Atria, $27.95), Cosby and Poussaint ...
Kaios! Writings by and about Katherine Dunham.(TOPSHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... KAISO! WRITINGS BY AND ABOUT KATHERINE DUNHAM (University of Wisconsin Press, $24.95), edited by VeVe A. Clark and Sara E. Johnson, celebrates the life and work of the late Dunham, a major figure in 20th century dance, anthropology and social activism. Kaiso, a term of praise that is the ...
Lies at the Altar: The Truth About Great Marriages.(TOPSHELF)(Brief article)(Book review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In LIES AT THE ALTAR: THE TRUTH ABOUT GREAT MARRIAGES (Hyperion, $24.95), Dr. Robin L. Smith, a licensed psychologist, addresses the unspoken needs, unasked questions, outrageous expectations, and hidden agendas that often linger beneath the surface of the wedding vows--and later cause ...
The New Soul Food Cookbook for People with Diabetes.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In THE NEW SOUL FOOD COOKBOOK FOR PEOPLE WITH DIABETES (American Diabetes Association, $14.95), dietitians Fabiola Demps Gaines and ...
A Black Way of Seeing: From "Liberty" to Freedom.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In A BLACK WAY OF SEEING: FROM "LIBERTY" TO FBEEDOM (Seven Stories Press, $23.95), Paul Robeson Jr., son of the legendary ...
After the Storm: Black Intellectuals Explore the Meaning of Hurricane Katrina.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In AFTER THE STORM: BLACK INTELLECTUALS EXPLORE THE MEANING OF HURRICANE KATRINA (The New Press, $22.95), edited by David Dante Troutt, a dozen prominent Black intellectuals address ...
Great Sky Woman.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In GREAT SKY W0MAN (One World/Random House, $24.95), Steven Barnes delves ...
Spiritual Lesson$ for My Sisters: How to Get Over the Drama and Live Your Best Life!(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In SPIRITUAL LESSON$ FOR MY SISTERS: HOW TO GET OVER THE DRAMA AND LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE! (Hyperion, ...
Paschal ... Living the Dream: An Inspirational Memoir.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In PASCHAL ... LIVlNG THE DREAM: AN INSPIRATIONAL MEMOIR (iUniverse, $20.95), James Vaughn Paschal tells the story to Mae Armster Kendall, Ed.D., ...
Will You Die with Me?: My Life and the Black Panther party.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In WILL YOU DIE WITH ME?: MY LIFE AND THE BLACK PANTHER PARTY (Atria, $26), Flores A. Forbes tells how he found his purpose in the rise of the Black ...
Coretta: The Story of Coretta Scott King.(ALSO NOTED)(Brief article)(Book review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In CORETTA: THE STORY OF CORETTA SCOTT KING (Fortress Press, $10), 0ctavia Vivian introduces readers to a determined young girl, who grew up in Alabama and worked her way through Antioch College only to discover that she was not allowed to teach in White ...
Crabs in a Barrel.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In CRABS IN A BARREL (Agate, $15), Byron Harmon returns with a no-holds-barred comedy ...
In Search of Nella Larsen: A Biography of the Color Line.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... IN SEARCH OF NELLA LARSEN: A BIOGRAPHY OF THE COLOR LINE (Harvard University Press, $39.95), by George Hutchinson, delves into the life of one of the chief talents of the Harlem Renaissance. Larsen, author of QUICKSAND and PASSING, is thought by some ...
Last night a DJ Saved My Life.(ALSO NOTED)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In LAST NIGHT A DJ SAVED MY LIFE (Harlem Moon/Broadway Books, $12.95), Lyah LeFlore gives readers a behind-thescenes glimpse into ...
Literary Divas: The Top 100+ Most Admired African-American Women in Literature.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In LITERARY DIVAS: THE TOP 100+ MOST ADMIRED AFRICAN-AMERICAN WOMEN IN LITERATURE (Amber Communications, ...
Not a Genuine Black Man: Or, How I Claimed My Piece of Ground in the Lily-White Suburbs.(ALSO NOTED)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In NOT A GENUINE BLACK MAN: OR, HOW I CLAIMED MY PIECE OF GROUND IN THE LILY-WHITE SUBURBS (Hyperion, $22.95), Brian ...
Dirty Red.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In DIRTY RED (Atria, $23.95), Vickie Stringer writes a scorching tale of love, lies, loss and the indomitable ...
Girls Most Likely.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In GIRLS MOST LIKELY (One World/Random House, $13.95), Sheila Williams reminds readers of the ...
The Sweet Spot.(ALSO NOTED)(Book review)(Brief review)
Aug 01, 2006 ... In THE SWEET SPOT (Avon/HarperCollins, $12.95), Kayla Perrin returns to give readers a peek into the life of another sexy football player ....
Debra Martin Chase: 'Tinsel Town's best-kept secret weapon'.(Biography)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Anonymity is not often associated with Hollywood. Egos can be as large as the movie screen on which films are displayed. But for Debra Martin Chase, one of Hollywood's busiest and most successful personalities, anonymity--or near-anonymity--is just fine. The powers-that-be know ...
5 questions for: Tye Tribbett.(Interview)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Triumphantly praising its way to victory on the gospel music scene is Tye Tribbett & Greater Anointing (G.A.) with its latest release, Victory Live! Known for its fashion-forward threads, radical praise and genuine worship, Tye Tribbett and G.A. gained practically everyone's attention with ...
Old heads and young bloods.(culture)
Aug 01, 2006; ... Recently, I attended a national gathering to discuss the crisis of Black men. A fellow panelist, a prominent businessman, made a startling declaration--no male with sagging pants or tattoos could show him a thing. I took the view that there was too much to teach our youth, and to learn ...
Saving for your child's education.
Aug 01, 2006; ... By the time your newborn baby is ready for college in 2024, the cost of four years at a private university may exceed $365,000, and the cost of four years at a public university may soar to $150,000, education experts say. The moment you hold your child, you may also want to ...
Aspirin therapy.(for heart diseases)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Q I am 35 years old, under a lot of stress and don't always have the luxury of eating a balanced diet. I'm concerned because heart problems exist in my family, and I want to do what I can so that I won't become a victim. I've made the decision to exercise regularly and to make better food ...
Painful, recurring shingles.(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Q During the past three years, my grandmother has had bouts with shingles, which she says are quite painful. Is there something that she could be doing, without her knowledge, that's causing these recurring attacks? S.P., Chicago A She's probably not contributing to ...
Selecting the right doctor for you.(American Medical Association)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... WHEN it is time to choose a new doctor, it can be one of the most important decisions you can make--in fact, your life may depend on the physician you choose. But many people have no idea what should be considered when initiating the process of choosing the right doctor who will take care ...
August: what's happening where!(Calendar)
Aug 01, 2006; ... BALTIMORE * Naija Fest 2006. Nigerian festival features local African bands and dance troops. Patterson Park at Linwood and Eastern Avenues. Aug. 12. CHICAGO * 2006 Jazzfest Heritage Festival. 7059 South Shore Drive, Jazz Unites, Inc. Aug. 5-6. ...
Shining stars for peace.(african american women in politics)
Aug 01, 2006; ... There is an oft-quoted Chinese proverb stating that women can hold up half the sky. And in these perilous times of woe and war, it would seem that quote is being put into action globally as nations look to women in general, and Black women in particular, as heads of government. Of the ...
Bagno Collection.(Ebony Essentials)(introduced by Missoni Profumi)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... MISSONI PROFUMI introduces the Bagno Collection, which allows you to pamper your skin from head to toe. It features a ...
Hair Meds[TM].(Ebony Essentials)(introduced by Dr. Miracle)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... DR. MIRACLE'S introduces its new Hair Meds[TM] Collection, a line of hair care products that feature special formulas for ...
Fab lip color.(Ebony Essentials)(Fashion Fair Cosmetics introduces Finishings Lipstick Collection )(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... FASHION FAIR COSMETICS new Finishings[TM] Lipstick Collection offers 12 fantastic lip colors in a variety of shades, attractively packaged in gold ...
It's time for ice cream.
Aug 01, 2006 ... With the CUISINART[R] ICE CREAM MAKER, you can make homemade ice cream, sorbet and frozen yogurt ....
New hues.(Ebony Essentials)(Motorola PEBL in colors)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... MOTOROLA AND T-MOBILE introduce Motorola PEBL[TM] Colors. Available in orange, blue and green, the PEBL features a unique oval shape and an innovative ...
Stylish orrefors bowls.
Aug 01, 2006 ... ORREFORS "MINGLE" BOWLS are available in an assortment of colors and sizes ....
Ziggy Marley.(Love is My Religion )(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... ZIGGY MARLEY offers breezy, feel-good music on his second solo recording, Love is My Religion (Tuff Gong Worldwide). The song "Into the Groove" takes listeners on a smooth ride as Ziggy meditates on finding one's self. It is followed by the catchy title song, which continues the melodious ...
What's hot.(Sounding Off)(singer Nikkole)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... With a sultry sound and soulful lyrics, Nikkole has been blazing the airwaves with her sophomore project, A Girl Like Me (SE Entertainment Records). The singer and songwriter has worked with incredible music talents such as Baby-face, the Commodores and Patrice Rushen, among others. For ...
Also noted.(live performances of singers listed)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... LeToya debut (Capitol); ARETHA FRANKLIN, Aretha Live at Fillmore West (Rhino); KING CURTIS, Curtis' Live at the Fillmore West (Rhino); DARIUS BROOKS, My Soul (Journey Music Group); The Praise & Worship Series (Verity/Legacy); FATS WALLER, If You Got To Ask, You Ain't Got It ...
The thruth about soul mates and other relationship myths: even when you find your soul mate, maintaining a relationship takes time, patience and commitment.
Aug 01, 2006; ... In Zora Neale Hurston's novel, Their Eyes Were Watching God, the main character, Janie, finds her soul mate in Tea Cake, a younger man she becomes smitten with. After having encountered several Mr. Wrongs, Janie experiences mutual love and respect with Tea Cake, and the book provides us ...
Female equestrians: showcase passion and skill as they ride for pleasure and competition.(black women)
Aug 01, 2006; ... THE world of horses and equestrian sports and events has long been enjoyed by the wealthy and mostly men, yet women and horses have always represented an intriguing combination. Black women who love the animals and the sport have carved out a tiny niche and are being noticed. In ...
Pamper yourself: create a personal home spa oasis.(BEAUTY & STYLE)
Aug 01, 2006 ... STRESSED out, tired and in desperate need of a tranquil retreat away from the hustle and bustle of your everyday routine? When the pressures of life come crashing down on you, a weekend getaway filled with peace and relaxation at a luxurious spa or resort sounds like music to your ears ....
Ebony celebrity beauty of the month.(Laila Odom)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... Model and actress LAILA ODOM, who appears in the movie Idlewild, always has to look her best. "Staying camera-ready requires the proper diet, skin care and exercise plan. I'm required to wear makeup, so I get monthly facials and treatments. I work out three to four times a week for 45 ...
Hair care for sisters.(medications affect shedding)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... q: I am having a problem with my hair shedding year-round. I see a stylist every two weeks. Everyone says that it is normal for my hair to shed. I feel like it sheds too much. I moisturize my hair several times during the week. I have medications that I take, and I am not sure if shedding ...
Making space for women: for three Black, female astronauts, the sky is the limit.(Joan E. Higginbotham, Mae C. Jemison, Stephanie Wilson )
Aug 01, 2006; ... WHEN astronaut Stephanie Wilson ascends into space this summer as the second African-American female to do so, the world will once again collectively look to the skies, captivated by space exploration. Wilson's journey on the Space Shuttle Discovery as one of a 7-person crew ...
A splash of The Color Purple: the Broadway production of the popular book and movie is a runaway success.
Aug 01, 2006; ... IT'S a wrap. The Oprah Winfrey-backed Broadway production of The Color Purple is a runaway success, nominated for 11 Tony Awards, including best musical, best original score, best performance by a leading actress in a musical, and several best featured actors and actresses in a musical. ...
An inside view of Ty Law's Florida retreat: NFL star creates his own island paradise.
Aug 01, 2006 ... A Personal retreat that brims with luxury, elegance and style is what many strive to create in the sanctuaries we call home. Yet those who live in the lap of luxury have the ability to take style and elegance a step further when it comes to designing their "humble" abode. A tiki hut with a ...
Behind the scenes in Hollywood: a number of Black women are putting their signature on Tinsel Town.
Aug 01, 2006; ... THEIRS might not be recognizable names and may never appear on theater marquees. But that's perfectly fine with them. They are among a growing number of Black women in the ivory towers of Tinsel Town, greenlighting projects, making deals for some of the best-known actors in the world, ...
Not for women only: a grooming guide for Black men.
Aug 01, 2006; ... IN this era when it's not uncommon to see Black men purchasing moisturizers, skin creams, shower gels and other personal grooming products, it's clear that more men are taking steps to look and feel their best so that they can be their best. For years, the spotlight has been on ...
Face-to-face with sibling rivalry: there is hope for getting your children to get along.(Parenting)
Aug 01, 2006; ... WHEN the Hinton sisters dominate their middle-school basketball games, their father is usually courtside cheering for his identical twin daughters, Danette and Denise. At 5-foot-9, the ninth-graders love to compete, especially against each other, according to their parents. D ....
The ebony advisor: expert advice on love and relationships.
Aug 01, 2006 ... Q About a year ago I met a guy who was a couple of years younger than I, so I was a little reluctant about our being in a relationship. But that didn't stop me from sleeping with him within a week of meeting. He told me in the beginning he didn't want a relationship and that he's too young ...
Water workouts: low-impact exercises can generate high-grade benefits.
Aug 01, 2006; ... TIRED of your usual workout routine? The 30 minutes spent on the treadmill listening to the latest tunes on your iPod, the dreaded rounds of jumping jacks, sit-ups and arm curls that are followed by a 20-minute power jog. In the midst of the blazing summer heat, it's probably hard to ...
A new look at 'old age': what used to be considered "over the hill" has become a time of vigor, vitality and great expectations.
Aug 01, 2006; ... OLD AGE ain't what it used to be. The face of aging in the United States is rapidly and dramatically changing--it's youthful, vigorous, active and employed well past typical retirement age, sometimes in second careers. It's the season of the silver foxes and the satin dolls. ...
Strictly for laughs.(Comic)(Cartoon)
Aug 01, 2006 ... "You can give me an 11:00 o'clock appointment. What hour is that in doctor time?" [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "Yes, I did watch four pay-per-view movies while you were gone. Just ...
The heat of summer.(EBONY FASHION FAIR)
Aug 01, 2006; ... With the sizzling summer heat in full effect, you may be looking through your already-fashionable threads wondering what to wear. But you can always add something new to spice up your summer wardrobe. This summer you won't have to worry about not having something special to add a little ...
Summer satisfaction.(DATE WITH A DISH)(Recipe)
Aug 01, 2006; ... With the emergence of the summer season, less time is usually spent preparing meals, but that doesn't mean your cuisine has to be any less appetizing than during other times of the year. Some of the in-demand flavors this summer include Asian and Southwestern flavors, with some recipes ...
Paying the bills for your reunion: a little planning can go a long way toward a memorable event.
Aug 01, 2006; ... THE only time Rick Branch would see many of his relatives was at a family member's funeral. Since so many relatives did not see one another often, the funerals of family members turned into reunion-like gatherings. "We were always so happy to see one another that we'd forget ...
Mariah Carey's big comeback: after award winning year, superstar diva takes her show on the road.(Interview)(Cover story)
Aug 01, 2006; ... IT could have been called "The Vindication of Mariah," and people would have understood. Yet, Mariah Carey titled her most recent recording The Emancipation of Mimi, and the tremendously successful six-times platinum CD became the best-selling disc of 2005 with more than 9 million units ...
Memorable photo: from the Ebony files.(Billy Preston dies)(Obituary)(Brief article)
Aug 01, 2006 ... BILLY PRESTON, the singer, songwriter and keyboardist who was often called "the fifth Beatle" because of his frequent playing sessions with the group, was joined by Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones during a 1975 concert. Preston, known for his songs "Nothing From ...