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SHHHH
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The difference between dating , courting and the significance of it .
DEAR GABBY
GABRIELLE SHIRLEY
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You better have some thick skin ,
Read the hard , core truth about relationships for his perspective .
Remembering our roots ; every child born of African descent should receive
The Adhan .
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WILLIE WILL LISTEN
WILLIE TAYLOR
HAISAN 2X
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THIRSTY ?
BY SAUYA J
Drinking 8 glasses of water of day keeps you hydrated , young and healthy .
Drinking 8 glasses of water of day keeps you hydrated , young and healthy .
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SANDWICH GENERATION JOSHALYN JOHNSON
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SANKOFA
CHILLIN
A 10-year promise to her ancestors becomes the reason for The Soultown .
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FAITH ENHUSIAST
DR . DAVID RAINEY Modern day faith has old school values and traditions .
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BEING DEAF
KEI-CHE RANDLE ASL Instructor shares details of her journey of being hearing impaired .
ON THE COVER : Michael Muhammad whispers The Adhan in the ears of 3-month old King Zaire ; Waterloo , Iowa See story on page 8 .
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