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It's that time of year when everyone is running around panicking because soon they'll have to wear shorts or a bathing suit. Here are some tips to get yourself in shape without costing a fortune. Gym

By Jeremy Diamond, CNN Tourists flocking to Washington, D.C., hoping to get a glimpse of President Barack Obama might not get the chance to see him in person -- but they can now get pretty close th

By now, the story of how longtime LSU coach Dale Brown discovered Shaquille O'Neal has been told many times: Brown happened upon a massive 13-year-old at an army base in Germany, stayed in touch with

The 1922 discovery of the tomb of the ancient Egyptian king Tutankhamun is considered one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century. Now, South Africans can also dig into the history

MANNERS that is... Practicing the art of being grateful and thankful is a skill that will keep many doors open for us. We did not have to be granted the gift of waking up today, but grace was gi

This holiday season, you can keep your dollars in the community and find the perfect gifts for everyone. In Swahili the term for cooperative economics—to build and maintain black institutions—is “Ujamaa.” In an age when many black-owned businesses have been forced to shutter, there isn’t a better

Stay encouraged to become all you were destined to be. What better way to honor yourself than to make your goals, dreams, and lifes purpose come true. Someone admires you. Someone values you.

If you didn't hear it on the news, you probably noticed it the last time you filled up your car: gasoline prices have been dropping lately after holding fairly steady for a year or so, following world

It's been a year. What will happen next year? Yes I can hear. A smile from the heart is near. Nothing can compare to the real. End

How old were you when you were granted with the gift of mind reading? How old were you when you accomplished your first goal? How old were you when you realized your worth? How young were you whe

She is the wind beneath our wings. She is the lady with the prettiest smile. She is the cure to any cold. To live is to be loved by a Grandmother. Can't you taste her soul food? She is the tree

I know you are having a harmonious day. Yep. That's just how we do around here. Let the happiness ring from ear to ear. Cancel the negatives with holiday cheer! A new season is here. Enter it wit

I love you for everything you are. I love you for everything you are becoming. I believe in the best in you. I bring out the best in you. I am love. I love you. You are loved.

If you know what will make you happy this holiday...pursue it. If you know what will turn your day upside down...do not entertain it. Consume healthy uplifting food, conversation, and media. Sh

On her show, "Iyanla: Fix My Life," spiritual life coach Iyanla Vanzant has traveled all over the country helping people sort through their personal challenges. But now it's time for Iyanla to get her

Diversity trainer points to path for growth for all humanity Lauren Joichin Nile dreams of a world in which humanity replaces racism with love for one another. Her book RACE: My Story & Humanity’s Bottom Line addresses her personal experiences with racism, the biological oneness of humanity, t

When it seems like all obstacles are working against you...believe in yourself. If others can make it through the rough times, we can too. Times may be difficult, but remember, without a test there is no testimony. Stay tuned to your inner guide and push through it all. Push, push, push thos

Protect your business by doing your due diligence. By Catherine Conlan, Monster Contributing Writer Hiring always carries some risk, but a bad hire at a small business can be devastating. Here a

Ted Turner, the visionary and entrepreneur who revolutionized the telecommunications industry, founded CNN and the United Nations Foundation, and serves as Chairman of The Turner Foundation, received

With the Thanksgiving holiday a week away, we know everyone including our beloved pets are looking forward to the festivities. This video explains it all: Rodie was excited to have Thanksgiving dinner, but no cranberries or green been casserole!

November 17, 2014 | By Rosetta As the year comes to an end, you might be feeling some kind of way about not reaching all the big goals you set out to accomplish back in January. If you’ve been beating yourself up about being an under-achiever this year, the video below will give you a simple

Even Tailgating Is Better In The Bahamas! Catch all of the highlights from Bahamas Ministry of Tourism's College Football Classic held in Nassau this Summer featuring the football teams of Texas Southern and Central State Universities. Tailgating concert featured guest artists Puzzle and Julien "

Nearly 30 years since his debut album Radio, entertainer LL Cool J remains one of the most consistently successful multi-hyphenates in the industry. In 2009, he joined the cast of the CBS drama NCIS:

Written by: Sarah Roberts, Staffing Operations Program Manager, Military One of the things I find most rewarding about working on the Military Program at Microsoft is interacting with veterans w

Do your homework to find a manager who will inspire you. By Catherine Conlan, Monster Contributing Writer | November 12, 2014 How to find a boss you want to work for It’s a saying that’s often heard: People don’t leave jobs; they leave managers. And many people are unsatisfied with how good