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‘A Different World’ Sequel Ushers in a New Era of Black Love, HBCU Culture
Netflix’s sequel introduces a new class of Hillman students to a new audience while giving longtime fans a dose of nostalgia.
Nearly four decades after A Different World first introduced viewers to the fictional Hillman College, its halls are opening again — ushering in a new…
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Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s Disease: Are They the Same?
Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, but the terms don’t mean the same thing.
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A racing or irregular heartbeat may disappear on its own, but recurring episodes — especially with dizziness or other symptoms — shouldn’t be ignored.
Missouri’s Richest Man Is Black — But Is He America’s Richest Black Man?
World Wide Technology founder David Steward ranks No. 110 on the Forbes 400, but Palantir CEO Alexander Karp complicates who holds the title of America’s wealthiest Black man.
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Who is Akayla Gardner? MS NOW Reporter Denied Access to White House
Saturday’s denial is not Gardner’s first high-profile encounter with Trump, as her previous exchanges with the president have drawn widespread attention.
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Brock Booker Steps Forward for a New Role in Wichita
Appointed to serve District 3 through 2027, Booker is also already campaigning for a Wichita City Council seat.
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Juanita Ridge Turns Messages for Youth Into Music
Her new single, “Drug Free Generation,” arrives Oct. 3 as the latest song shaped by decades of working with Wichita youth.
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Grove Park Football Plans Resurface as Barry Sanders Complex
Wichita seeks $10 million federal grant as Sanders family joins effort to move $38 million project forward
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Kansas Warns of Increase in Rabies Exposures
Bats are driving most concerns, but a rabid kitten was also confirmed this summer
Male Menopause? What Men Should Know About TRT
Testosterone treatment can improve libido and other symptoms for some men, but normal aging may not qualify for Medicare or Medicaid coverage.
Why Gut Health Matters — Even If You’ve Never Worried About It Before
You’ve had a microbiome your whole life. Scientists are only beginning to understand how much those tiny organisms do for you.
