Bronx Zip Code 10457 Has The Highest Number Of STD Sufferers In The City
These are the stories they warned you about in Jr. High school. While you should never have unprotected s*x in general, studies have shown that, one specific zip code provides even more risk than expected. The 10457 ZIP code in the Bronx includes counties such as Tremont, portions of Crotona, Belmont and Claremont, and it [...]
HS Students Suspended for Holding a “Piercing Party” in the Locker Room
The words “what the h-ll is wrong with teens today?” might be a good fit for the story you’re about to read right here. Four students in Atlanta were suspended for holding a piercing party in a school locker room. Using dirty needles, they were giving each other piercings in several parts of the [...]
Jaden Smith Throws Salt at Waka Flocka Flame
In a recent interview with Metro, Jaden Smith and his father discussed the teen’s life as the son of two famous parents and his own fame through music and acting. During the portion of the interview when he was asked about his childhood experiences, the young star explained that he’s not into partying like the average [...]
Alabama Pardons Scottsboro Boys 82 Years After Injustice
Eighty-two years ago, all-white juries in Alabama imposed the death sentence on eight black teenagers falsely accused of raping two white women, setting the stage for a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling. Now, the Scottsboro boys are poised to be pardoned. Jeremy King, a spokesman for Alabama Governor Robert Bentley, said he expects the bill [...]
Daughters of Lil Wayne and Baby to Release Book
If you’re curious to know how life is as the daughter of one of the most famous rappers of this generation, you may be interested in reading “Paparazzi Princesses,” by Reginae Carter (Lil Wayne’s daughter) and Bria Williams (Baby’s daughter). The teenagers, 14, are sharing their story of unintentional fame as children of famous parents. [...]
President Obama Hair is Gray From His Children
By Staff Michelle Obama recently revealed to Robin Roberts that what keeps her husband up at night and turns his hair grey are watching his daughter grow up right before his eyes. Sure he has all the high level responsibility of “dealing with gun legislation, immigration reform and massive budget cuts,” Obama said in an [...]
Beyonce Announces New Destiny’s Child Album
Beyonce and Destiny’s Child were a bunch of little teenagers when they burst onto the scene back in the 1990s. Now, they are grown women who’ve been singing, fighting and cashing checks for too many years to count. The group is coming back together for a new album, and we expect it to b a [...]
3 Teens Charged With Capital Murder For Killing Over Air Jordan Sneakers
A young man has lost his life, which is sad to hear, but it is made worse by hearing that the killing was over a pair of sneakers. Those who have both children and money may need to reconsider whether their money will be spent on shoes which some have called overpriced or if they [...]
My Ten Sense: Shame on Montel Williams for endorcing “bad credit loans”
Montel Williams received noteriety for his late 1980s tour, Mountain Get Out of My Way, that motivated teenagers to overcome obstacles, and he was rewarded with his own talk show, The Montel Williams Show, that ran from 1991 to 2008. But now Montel is contributing to the demise of so many Americans by endorsing “bad [...]
Aunt Viv Says: Will Smith is still an egomaniac and has not grown up!’
The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air cast reunion photo posted by Will Smith on his Facebook page sparked fond memories for most. But one former cast member- notably absent from the shot- was not so happy to see the reference to that chapter of her career. Janet Hubert – who played [...]
Does the Plan B Decision Impact Black Girls More than White Ones?
The Plan B pill is expected to impact black teenagers more than white ones, according to scientists and published reports. Two weeks ago, the Department of Health and Human Services decided that women under the age of 17 should not be allowed to get the pill without a prescription.The Plan B pill costs [...]
Feds Rule Against Morning-After Pill For Teens
Black Like Moi reports: Yesterday, we received news that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would be voting on a controversial measure that would potentially allow the morning-after pill (Plan-B) to be sold over-the-counter to teenagers. The vote is in. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius over-ruled the agency’s recommendation, saying [...]
Season’s Hottest Gifts For Tots And Teens
Santa Claus is coming to town, and his sleigh will be full of high-tech presents this year. Almost all of the most popular toys and gifts of 2011 are battery-operated and interactive, with a few exceptions. If you’re stumped on what to give your kids this Christmas, you’ll be happy to know there are [...]