Processed foods have recently been under scrutiny after a troubling study from the National Institutes of Health found that people on ultra-processed diets ate more calories and gained more weight than they did when offered the same amount of nutrients from less processed food. Researchers say that there’s something different about how quickly our bodies take in processed … [Read more...] about Processed foods: Addictive and potentially life threatening
Q&A: Causes and treatments for frequent urination in adults
Q: What are the possible causes of frequent urination in older adults and the treatments? – T. Murphy A: Excessive urination, or urinary frequency, can be divided into various causes. There can be an increase in total volume of urine produced or a dysfunction in voiding whereby there are problems with the storage and emptying of urine. Or it could be any number of conditions … [Read more...] about Q&A: Causes and treatments for frequent urination in adults
What’s Happening in Milwaukee
Corinne Bailey Rae with special guest Hailey Knox Friday, July 26 7 p.m. Doors • 8 p.m. Show Turner Hall Ballroom 1040 Vel R. Phillips Ave. From Leeds, England, singer/songwriter/musician Corinne Bailey Rae shot to stardom with her self-titled #1 UK debut album in 2006, featuring the global hits “Put Your Records On” and “Like A Star.” Bailey Rae has received two GRAMMY … [Read more...] about What’s Happening in Milwaukee
A Denver sculptor was the first Black man trained as an astronaut ahead of Apollo 11, but he never made it to space
As July lengthens, the flood of ads for TV series, films and events commemorating the 50th anniversary of the July 20, 1969, Apollo 11 moon landing has hit a high mark. Through grainy footage of slow-motion rocket launches and high-definition interviews, they tell a familiar but thrilling tale of America’s nascent steps off the planet. Most look crisp and compelling, … [Read more...] about A Denver sculptor was the first Black man trained as an astronaut ahead of Apollo 11, but he never made it to space
How payday loans work – biggest dangers and 14 better alternatives (part five)
Clearing up debts If you can’t get an advance from your boss, you can do the same thing through an app called Activehours. You just send in a picture of your time sheet to show how many hours you’ve worked. The company deposits your pay for those hours into your bank account, up to a maximum of $100 per day. Then when your paycheck comes in, Activehours takes the money it’s … [Read more...] about How payday loans work – biggest dangers and 14 better alternatives (part five)
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 25, 2019
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 25, 2019
UNCF hosts 2019 Walk/Run for Education
On Saturday, July 13, 2019, the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) hosted their annual Walk/Run for Education at Veterans Park on the lakefront. The family friendly 5K (3.1 mile) walk and certified run is a major fundraising event for the the Milwaukee Chapter of UNCF. It has become an annual tradition with many of the corporate employees, donors, volunteers and friends who look … [Read more...] about UNCF hosts 2019 Walk/Run for Education
LULAC hosts free three-day convention and expo in Milwaukee
On Thursday, July 11 to Saturday, July 13, 2019, The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) hosted their 90th Annual National Convention & Exposition in Milwaukee. A number of events, panels, a free Expo and conferences took place as part of the convention to get Latino voters ready for the 2020 presidential election. As part of their initiatives, LULAC is … [Read more...] about LULAC hosts free three-day convention and expo in Milwaukee
Serena Williams is finally getting her own box of Wheaties
She's the second black female tennis player to be featured. Serena Williams is finally getting what she deserves. The tennis superstar has won 23 grand slam singles titles, 14 grand slam doubles titles and four Olympic gold medals. She’s also been featured in various magazines, television shows and box-office breaking movies. But one thing Williams has never done is grace … [Read more...] about Serena Williams is finally getting her own box of Wheaties
The vocal prowess of Bettye LaVette to headline Black Arts Fest MKE!
LaVette’s performances draw high praise across the world and fest goers at Black Arts Fest MKE will find out why. Black Arts Fest MKE is proud to announce that a woman who is referred to as more than a singer, but as an interpreter of the highest order, will grace the Johnson Controls World Music Stage. Bettye LaVette can transform any song, whether it originated from … [Read more...] about The vocal prowess of Bettye LaVette to headline Black Arts Fest MKE!