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Throughout the horrors of the slave trade, enslaved Africans were stripped of everything, yet they still managed to keep their highly valued hair braiding customs alive. But while hairstyles were one of the few areas in which African cultural expression persisted, white slave owners exploited this valued tradition. Shaving the heads of enslaved Africans was a common form of punishment—and yet another way to exert power and control over their lives....

Good health and disease prevention are usually toward the bottom of the list when we consider where and how we live. In America, a healthy lifestyle and disease prevention have not been priorities for community planners. With suburban sprawl, wider streets make less room for sidewalks. Malls and superstores have replaced local shops. Driving is no longer a convenience; for most people it is a necessity. To help people take personal responsibility for staying healthy, we need to make it easier to live healthier....

Word got around, and last week the Lysistrata Project was able to organize 1,000 simultaneous readings in 59 countries. Sure, the play was written more than 2,000 years ago. But, hey, that Aristophanes knew how to pack fannies into the seats. I mean, this is a play that would make Dick Cheney blush. While women fondle each others’ breasts, the men are left to groan under the weight of astoundingly erect penises that they wear for almost the entire show....

‘Zona signing Madison Bumgarner raised some eyebrows, considering the team just shipped off Zack Greinke at the 2019 trade deadline for four of Houston’s top prospects. Weird that they’d believe they were better served not only eating money on that deal, but signing Bumgarner for essentially what was left on that Greinke deal, even if the years are a bit longer. But it should be applauded that a team went out and spent money, given the state of free agency over the past year or so....

Three of the four hijacked commercial flights involved in today’s attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon were cross-country flights, full of jet fuel, bound for Los Angeles. Federal officials shut Los Angeles International Airport indefinitely Tuesday, rerouting flights and trying to clear the terminals of passengers and all but key airport personnel. Meantime, Los Angeles police and airport security have been combing parking structures on bicycle and foot, looking for any signs of explosives....

Congratulations on your April 22 cover story, “Hepatitis C: The Insidious Spread of a Killer Virus” (Society). The article is not only a greatly needed wake-up call to the 4 million Americans infected with hepatitis C but also a testament to the way the disease affects men, women and children from all walks of life. As your story highlights, most people do not know that they have been infected because hepatitis C progresses slowly and is silent, as the liver is a “noncomplaining” organ....

The social media platform TikTok became a sensation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Among short videos of dance challenges and whipped coffee recipes, young users are also sharing do-it-yourself tips for healthier living. These home remedies often require only common household items—lettuce water can be a natural sleeping aid, and putting salt on your tongue may stop a sudden anxiety attack. Some users encourage others to find items in their homes and nearby green spaces to treat maladies or boost their health....

Looking to repeat his qualifying effort from last year when he took pole here with 1m 59.431s, Lewis Hamilton looked relentless while finishing Q1 on top, only marginally ahead of Nico Rosberg. A brief ran delay The rain came down at the start of Q2 as the drivers queued up for a “hot lap”. As the crowd scrambled for cover, the rain overpowered the track. The drivers meanwhile, put in their Q2 laps and settled in the comfort of their garages....

LG G3 vs Sony Xperia Z2 review: Price The Xperia Z2 is the older out of these two phones and so its price has come down since launch – Sony’s official price is still £569. It’s now available SIM-free for around £530 (at the time of writing) which is still a large sum, but not unsurprising for a current flagship model. The LG G3 will go on sale at the beginning of July and despite being newer, will undercut the Xperia Z2 (and other rivals) at just £499....

The gram range has been around for a few years now, but the laptops have always been hard to find for sale in the UK. This is about to change, and the combination of good specs and performance with almost unbelievably light hardware is a great combination. We’ve already reviewed the new 17in gram and gave it 9/10. It’s so light that it almost feels cheap, but we assure you that it’s not....

Several new channels (yes, channels, not shows) are bound for LG TV’s free streaming service, LG Channels, with a big focus on reality-based content. Though there are some musical options included in the new lineup as well. Three dedicated music channels—Stingray SPA, Stingray Easy Listening, and Stingray Smooth Jazz—cover an assortment of genres from electro-instrumental to chart-toppers. And somewhat related is The Elvis Presley Channel, which provides what LG calls “non-stop Elvis content....

It’s an unusual direction, but should appeal to those who want the convenience of seeing the time on an analogue movement, yet who also appreciate the extra information Wear OS can provide from your Android phone. The hybrid system has been produced in partnership with Swiss maker Soprod and LG says that the W7 will continue to show the time for three to four days after the battery runs too low to power the screen....

Unrest at Istanbul’s Bogazici University began last month with the appointment of a new university rector. Academic Melih Bulu, who assumed the role, has ties to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s Justice and Development Party, which protesting students and faculty believed would stifle academic freedom at the top school. On-campus tensions were further stoked following an art exhibit meant as a form of resistance against Bulu as rector. Bogazici student art collective BOUN Sanat Direnisi said it had posted an open call for artwork to display, resulting in hundreds of submissions from artists in Turkey and beyond....

Games like Lies of P and Thymesia have generated attention due to their unique spin on the Soulslike genre. With improved combat, intricate mechanics, and punishing difficulties, new games continue to push the boundaries of the genre and offer unique experiences for different kinds of players. Here are the upcoming Soulslike games that players can look forward to within the next few years. RELATED: Lies of P’s Dialogue System Impacts Gameplay, and That Could Be Big for a Soulslike Game...

After three months of bombardment by Serb forces, the 300,000 or so people who remain in Sarajevo received a helping hand last week. More than 100 cargo planes landed at Sarajevo’s airport, carrying almost 1,200 tons of food and medicine. At a conference on European security in Helsinki, George Bush said supplies must get through, “no matter what it takes.” The United States and several West European countries sent warships to monitor a blockade that aims to pressure the Serbian-dominated government of Yugoslavia into easing up on newly independent Bosnia....

Life is Strange is a point-click adventure divided into five episodes, following Max as she discovers her ability to rewind time. With her best friend Chloe, Max must make difficult decisions that sway the plot’s direction whilst a swelling tornado threatens to destroy the entire fictional town of Arcadia Bay. This gut-wrenching story garnered a cult-following of loving fans after its release back in 2015. RELATED: Persona 5 Royal and Scramble Are Sales Successes, Surpassed Expectations...

The North Carolina Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday that Riley Conner’s life sentence was too severe due to the fact he was only 15 years old at the time of the crimes against his aunt, Felicia Porter, and because of the nature of his upbringing. Conner’s case will be returned to a lower court that will decide on a more appropriate sentence for the man who is now 21 years old and whom the court described as being a “free agent” when he was child who was not properly educated....

The first leg of the final, which aired Dec. 22, drew 2.8 million total vewers in a combined broadcast on Univision and Univision Deportes Network. The match was the most-viewed first leg of the Liga MX final in Univision’s history. Yedlin: ‘Klinsmann should be remembered as a great coach’ The second leg, which aired on Christmas, surpassed the first leg with 3.3 million total viewers. It was the top-rated Apertura final match in 10 years....

Birthdays: We wish Javi Varas of Celta Vigo and Jérémy Toulalan of Malaga happy birthday! Anniversary: Levante celebrate 103 years of history. Yesterday, Levante U.D. turned 103 years old. Although never been a big name club in Spain, the ‘granotas’ are facing a season in which they will compete in Europe. Kaka puts in extra hours to earn a chance. Real Madrid’s midfielder Ricardo Kaká has not rested while his team-mates have enjoyed two days off....

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