Blog no sidebar

(ThyBlackMan.com) Your feet do a lot of work every day, yet they’re often overlooked when it comes to health and self-care. Minor foot issues might not seem like a big deal at first, but if ignored, they can turn into painful, long-term problems that affect mobility and quality of life. Addressing small concerns early can save you from discomfort, medical treatments, and even surgery down the line. Pay Attention to […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Forty-five years ago, President Jimmy Carter issued the first presidential proclamation designating March 2-8, 1980, as National Women’s History Week. The final day of that period was International Women’s Day, which had already been celebrated in many countries for much of the 20th century and recognized by the United Nations as a day to acknowledge women’s contributions and call for women’s economic, political and civil rights. American women historians, […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Chuck Schumer is right, and James Carville is right. They don’t want the Democratic Party getting pulled into MAGA’s cyclone of ruinous policy. To get to safety, they are reining in the left flank for whom the fight is all. The hotheads don’t recognize that bad timing loses battles. Senate Minority Leader Schumer took a good deal of incoming after he pushed his caucus to help pass the Republicans’ […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) For several decades, I have loved studying history. I was first smitten with the subject due in large measure to my late high school teacher, Mr. Terry Wright. Mr. Wright was entertaining, encouraging, and enlightening. He was instrumental in my decision to major in history in college. As I began to learn more about some of history’s greatest tragedies, I would often wonder what went through people’s minds — […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Writing about James Cleveland again feels like revisiting an old friend—someone whose voice once echoed through the walls of my childhood home or the church pews on a quiet Sunday morning. While my first piece highlighted his more recognized work, this time I wanted to dig a little deeper—into those songs that may not always get the spotlight, but still carry that unmistakable Cleveland spirit. You know the kind—songs […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Saturday afternoon turned deadly in the heart of downtown Memphis as Texas rapper Sauce Walka and his artist Sayso P were reportedly shot outside the Westin Hotel. The sunny afternoon took a dark turn as gunfire erupted near one of the city’s busiest areas, leaving Sayso P dead on the scene and Sauce Walka rushed to the hospital. According to initial reports, Sauce Walka is in stable condition — […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Let’s be real—there’s no one quite like Erykah Badu. From the moment she floated onto the scene in the late ’90s with her headwraps, incense-swirling vibes, and unmistakable voice, she’s been a force in music and culture. But Erykah Badu isn’t just about aesthetics or trends—she’s a truth-teller, a vibe curator, and someone who’s never been afraid to go left when the world goes right. Her music isn’t just […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In the annals of boxing history, few names resonate with the gravitas and awe that George Foreman’s does. Known for his thunderous power, unyielding spirit, and one of the most remarkable comebacks in sports history, Foreman transcended the ring to become a cultural icon. On [insert date of death], the world bid farewell to this larger-than-life figure as news broke that George Foreman had passed away at the age […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Every time I listen to Aaliyah, it feels like I’m reconnecting with a part of myself—like flipping through an old diary or finding an old photo that still makes you smile. Her voice was never about overpowering the beat—it was about blending with it, dancing around it, and making you feel something deeper. She had that rare ability to be both mysterious and relatable, soft-spoken but powerful. That balance […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The boxing world has lost a titan. George Edward Foreman Sr., a two-time heavyweight champion, Olympic gold medalist, preacher, entrepreneur, and proud Houston native, has died at the age of 76. Foreman passed peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones, his family confirmed in an emotional Instagram post. “Our hearts are broken,” the family wrote. “With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved […]