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Several health issues can cause itchiness in the lower legs. Below, find some of the more common causes and their symptoms. Shaving Share on PinterestThere are various conditions that may cause itchy lower legs. Shaving products and techniques can lead to itchiness in the lower legs. Friction from razor blades …

An 11-month-old boy is clinging to life after allegedly being used as a “human shield” by his own father during a shooting in Philadelphia last month. The toddler, Yazeem Jenkins, was riding in the backseat of a car with his father, 25-year-old Nafes Monroe, Monroe’s girlfriend, and another man …

(Image: Chamillionaire) Hip-hop continues to grow and it encourages others to do the same! According to CNBC, Hakeem “Chamillionaire” Seriki is holding a $100,000 competition to assist a minority-founded startup company. The pitch competition has already started and will continue until Dec. 6, 2019. To enter, startups should download the Convoz …

Swedish massage and deep tissue massage are two popular forms of massage. Swedish massage uses long strokes and light-to-firm pressure to provide gentle relaxation. Deep tissue massage is a more forceful technique that releases tension deep in the muscles and connective tissues. As Swedish massage is the basis for many …

Lil Nas X has officially been recognized by the country music community. The country-rap artist just received a Country Music Association award. Ahead of the 53rd CMA Awards, it was announced that Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus are the winners of the Musical Event of the Year category …

Source: John Walder / John Walder The Artful Journey Project Launches With Event In Atlanta   This new youth initiative aims to arm students with knowledge outside of classroom walls by creating and selling original artwork to provide passports.  LeKeith Taylor is partnering with KIPP Ways Academy in Atlanta to …

The skin is the largest organ in the body, and its job is to protect the body from invaders. When a person has a tattoo, the needle breaks the skin’s barrier. In response, the skin begins its healing process. This healing process can result in itching, redness, swelling, and other …

50 Cent’s Instagram page has been deleted … at least for the time being. Fans noticed Wednesday afternoon (Nov. 13) that 50’s IG account had vanished from the popular app. While he’s remained active on Twitter, he so far has yet to mention anything about his IG page being …

The varsity dormitory at Harrisburg University is still under construction. A pile of cardboard debris twists around the base of the stairs; the hallway lights beam an industrial, apricot glow; and when 22-year-old Alex Carrell meets me at the entrance and leads me to his room, we have to dodge …

Dandruff itself does not cause hair loss, but the two may be linked. This is because some infections and medical conditions can cause both dandruff and hair loss. Dandruff is very common. People with dandruff and dandruff-like symptoms might lose hair, especially if the dandruff is severe. The cause of …