By: Pearl Phillip A cozy, one-pot fall dish that blends Caribbean warmth with seasonal comfort. Serves: 4–6 Total time: About 45 minutes Ingredients 2 tbsp coconut oil (or olive oil) 1 medium yellow onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional) 2 […]
By: Molly Gibson| AmericanImmigrationcouncil .org | Editorial credit: mark reinstein / Shutterstock.com On September 29, 2025, in what has become a shockingly common occurrence, Huabing Xie died in ICE custody after suffering an apparent seizure. Xie, a citizen of China, is the 23rd person officially reported by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to have died in […]
Spot the Red Flags, Trust Your Gut, and Choose Peace Over Drama By: Sandy Connors A toxic relationship is any relationship—romantic, platonic, or familial—that consistently makes you feel worse rather than better. It’s defined by control, manipulation, emotional instability, dishonesty, disrespect, or even abuse. Before you enter any relationship, know what *healthy* looks like: mutual […]
Declutter Your Life by Releasing Emotional Baggage and Unhealthy Connections By Sandy Connors Every spring, we clear out closets, organize drawers, and get rid of what no longer fits—but what about the emotional clutter weighing us down? This article explores what happens when we apply the same decluttering mindset to our relationships. Are the people […]