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A Hip-Hop Festival And All-Inclusive Resort Getaway In One? There’s A Vacation For That.

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LL COOL J’s Rock The Bells Platform Launches All-Inclusive Resort Vacation And Hip-Hop Festival In One

Nigerian Chef Hilda Baci Is A New World Guinness Record Holder

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Culture

Nigerian Chef Hilda Baci Is A New World Guinness Record Holder

Tyler Perry Thinks Successful Black Women Should Be Open-Minded About Splitting Bills With Their Partners

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Lifestyle

Tyler Perry Thinks Successful Black Women Should Be Open-Minded About Splitting Bills With Their Partners

Why This Black Woman Running For Congress In Oregon Could Be A Gamechanger

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Why This Black Woman Running For Congress In Oregon Could Be A Gamechanger

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WATCH: BEAUTY CON: Unconventional Beauty Unleashed

WATCH: BEAUTY CON: Unconventional Beauty Unleashed

WATCH: BEAUTY CON: My Beauty Diary With Caroline Wanga & Kelly Rowland

WATCH: BEAUTY CON: My Beauty Diary With Caroline Wanga & Kelly Rowland

WATCH: Highlights From Essence Best In Black Fashion Awards & Fashion House

WATCH: Highlights From Essence Best In Black Fashion Awards & Fashion House

WATCH: Kelly Rowland Speaks On Her Relationship With Beauty

WATCH: Kelly Rowland Speaks On Her Relationship With Beauty

WATCH: Kelly Rowland Speaks On Her Hair Journey

WATCH: Kelly Rowland Speaks On Her Hair Journey

You Have To Check Out This Detroit Festival Featuring Wall Murals Created By Black Artists

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You Have To Check Out This Detroit Festival Featuring Wall Murals Created By Black Artists

16 States Are Underfunding Land Grant HBCUs By Billions Of Dollars. Biden Administration Urging Them To Address The Racial Disparity

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16 States Are Underfunding Land Grant HBCUs By Billions Of Dollars. Biden Administration Urging Them To Address The Racial Disparity

The Woman Behind The Annual Day Of Intentionality Shares 5 Ways To Practice Intentional Living And Have More Joy

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The Woman Behind The Annual Day Of Intentionality Shares 5 Ways To Practice More Intentional Living And Have More Joy

5 Ways To Plan Your Next Disneyland Resort Girls Trip

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5 Ways to Plan Your Next Disneyland Resort Girls Trip

‘They Were So Heavy’: Sherri Shepherd Reveals That She Underwent A Breast Reduction

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'They Were So Heavy': Sherri Shepherd Reveals That She Underwent A Breast Reduction

‘Live It Up! You Know It’s Whatever You Want’: Angela Simmons Cries Over Lavish Birthday Surprise From Beau Yo Gotti

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‘Live It Up! You Know It’s Whatever You Want’: Angela Simmons Cries Over Lavish Birthday Surprise From Beau Yo Gotti

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Shenseea On The Success Of Black Women In The Music Industry: “We’re Taking Over.”

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Shenseea On The Success Of Black Women In The Music Industry: “We’re Taking Over.”

Previewing Quil Lemons’ First Solo Exhibit, ‘Quiladelphia’

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What We Can Expect From Quil Lemons’ First Solo Show, 'Quiladelphia'

Recapping ‘Time Of Essence’ Episode 5: The 2010s

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Recapping 'Time Of Essence' Episode 5: The 2010s

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Here Are The Four Love Languages You Should Apply To Your Gal Pal Squad

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Here Are The Four Love Languages You Should Apply To Your Gal Pal Squad

Tyler Perry Thinks Successful Black Women Should Be Open-Minded About Splitting Bills With Their Partners

Lifestyle

Tyler Perry Thinks Successful Black Women Should Be Open-Minded About Splitting Bills With Their Partners

Maurice And Kimmi Scott Say It Took Backlash, Counseling, For Him To See Issue With Viral ‘Suffer Through Sex’ Comments

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Maurice And Kimmi Scott Say It Took Backlash, Counseling, For Him To See Issue With Viral 'Suffer Through Sex' Comments

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7 Leather Perfumes That Will Make You Feel Like A Bada**

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7 Leather Perfumes That Will Make You Feel Like A Bada**

Sabrina Elba Is Prioritizing Ethically Sourced Ingredients With S’ABLE Labs

BeautyCon

Sabrina Elba Is Prioritizing Ethically Sourced Ingredients With S’ABLE Labs

Beautycon’s “Texture On The Runway” Was A Front Row Seat To A Celebration Of Black Hair

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Beautycon’s “Texture On The Runway” Was A Front Row Seat To A Celebration Of Black Hair

Steve Harvey Is ‘Tired Of Y’all Talkin’ About My Girl’ Marjorie

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Steve Harvey Is 'Tired Of Y'all Talkin' About My Girl' Marjorie

Black NFL Wives Do Exist: 12 Players And Their Partners We’re Rooting For

Black Celeb Couples

Black NFL Wives Do Exist: 12 Players And Their Partners We're Rooting For

Black Celebrities Came Out With Their Family And BFFs To Celebrate Beyoncé At Her Renaissance Birthday Show

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Black Celebrities Came Out With Their Family And BFFs To Celebrate Beyoncé At Her Renaissance Birthday Show

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Shop The Folklore Connect New York Fashion Week Showroom Pieces That Caught Our Attention

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Shop The Folklore Connect New York Fashion Week Showroom Pieces That Caught Our Attention

These Brands Focused On Sustainability During New York Fashion Week

Fashion

Sustainability Was At The Forefront For These Brands During New York Fashion Week

Savage X Fenty Launches A Limited-Edition Soccer-Inspired Lounge Collection

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Savage X Fenty Launches A Soccer Inspired Lounge Collection

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Following The Failed BET Buyout, Byron Allen Is Aiming To Purchase Walt Disney Co. For $10B

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Following The Failed BET Buyout, Byron Allen Is Aiming To Purchase Walt Disney Co. For $10B

Shaquille O’Neal Is A Lead Investor Of An EdTech Company That’s Poised To ‘Change People’s Lives’

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Shaquille O’Neal Is A Lead Investor Of An EdTech Company That's Poised To ‘Change People’s Lives’

‘For The Culture’ Centers And Celebrates The Brilliance Of Black Women And Femmes In Food

Lifestyle

'For The Culture' Centers And Celebrates The Brilliance Of Black Women And Femmes In Food

WATCH: Kelly Rowland Speaks On Being Her Own Hype Person

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WATCH: Kelly Rowland Speaks On Being Her Own Hype Person

Nearly 90% Of Workers Say They’ve Had Toxic Bosses

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Nearly 90% Of Workers Say They've Had Toxic Bosses

Sneaky Fee Increases Are Forcing Many To Turn Away From Entertainment

Money & Career

Sneaky Fee Increases Are Forcing Many To Turn Away From Entertainment

Temple University’s Interim President Dies Suddenly After Becoming Ill During Campus Service

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Temple University's Interim President Dies Suddenly After Becoming Ill During Campus Service

BLK’s Wellness Retreat Teaches Black Men To Challenge Society’s Perception Of Masculinity

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BLK’s Wellness Retreat Teaches Black Men To Challenge Society’s Perception Of Masculinity

Get Wrapped Up In These Cozy Throw Blankets

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Get Wrapped Up In These Cozy Throw Blankets