Money & Career
Jan 16, 2026
Zoe Saldaña Is Now The Highest-Grossing Actor In Box Office History
With Avatar, Avengers, and a historic run of billion-dollar films, Saldaña now leads all actors in total box office earnings.
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Jan 15, 2026
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson Doubles Down On Louisiana With $124 Million G-Unit Studios Development Deal
The rapper and executive producer is backing a major studio redevelopment and entertainment expansion in Shreveport.
Money & Career
Jan 15, 2026
Looking For A Money Plan That Actually Builds Wealth—Without Burnout Or Budgeting Yourself To Death? This Is It.
From budgeting without guilt to investing, insurance, and estate planning, this realistic money plan meets you where you are—and grows with you.
Money & Career
Jan 14, 2026
Pat McGrath Labs Is Selling Its Assets. Here's What It Signals For The Billion-Dollar Beauty Brand
As the iconic makeup brand restructures, questions emerge about valuation, ownership, and what comes next for Pat McGrath’s empire.
Money & Career
Jan 14, 2026
Why First-Born Daughters Thrive In Corporate America—But Often Struggle As Founders
The traits that help eldest daughters rise at work don’t always translate when it’s time to build something of their own.
Money & Career
Jan 13, 2026
Indiana’s Only Predominantly Black College Is Closing — And It Won’t Be The Last
Martin University’s closure reflects broader financial pressures facing colleges across the country, particularly those serving Black and low-income students.
Money & Career
Jan 13, 2026
Why Angel Reese’s Topicals Investment Matters At A Critical Moment for Black Beauty Brands
The WNBA star’s move highlights how athlete capital and community support can help sustain Black-owned beauty brands as funding tightens.
Money & Career
Jan 12, 2026
Behind The December Jobs Report: Black Unemployment Remains Nearly Double The National Rate
December’s jobs data shows stability on paper—but Black workers continue to face unemployment rates nearly twice the national average, with Black women hit especially hard.
Money & Career
Jan 12, 2026
Investing Is No Longer Optional For Black Women—Here’s How To Build Wealth In 2026
As economic uncertainty continues, financial experts break down how Black women can use investing and trading strategically—not fearfully.
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Jul 10, 2025
On Black Women's Equal Pay Day, Here’s What 3 Black Women Want You To Remember
July 10 is not “equal” for all women, with Black women and Latinas facing an even bigger pay gap than women overall.
Money & Career
Dec 5, 2024
Championing Change: Inside The ESSENCE Black Women In Business Dinner
As part of the “Black Women in…” series, this prestigious event underscored ESSENCE’s commitment to highlighting and applauding the monumental contributions of Black women pioneers.
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The Pine-Sol and ESSENCE Build Your Legacy Contest For Black Women Entrepreneurs Returns!
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Dec 29, 2025
Elon Musk’s X Is A Misinformation Machine—And Black Women Saw It Coming
For years, Black women have sounded the alarm about digital manipulation. X’s new policies prove how right they were.
Entrepreneurship
Dec 26, 2025
Are We Romanticizing Entrepreneurship? Black Women Get Real About The Pressure Of Being A Boss
Four founders share the emotional, financial, and mental realities behind building a business in today’s economy.
Money & Career
Dec 25, 2025
This South Side Chicagoan Became CNN’s 2025 Hero Of The Year By Growing Jobs Through Gardening
Through his nonprofit Southside Blooms, Quilen Blackwell is turning empty land into flower farms and giving young people a path to paid work and purpose.
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Dec 24, 2025
How AI Is Changing Consumer Confidence—And Why Furniture Retail Is Leading The Shift
How Furniture.com is using AI to ease decision fatigue and rebuild trust for shoppers navigating big purchases.
Money & Career
Dec 24, 2025
Reclaim, Rebuild, Rise: A Black Woman’s Guide To Starting A Business In 2026
With job instability rising, more Black women are turning to entrepreneurship to reclaim agency and build wealth. This roadmap walks you from idea to launch before the new year.
Money & Career
Dec 23, 2025
12 Money Moves Every Black Woman Should Make Before December 31
A year-end checklist to help you protect your peace, close out 2025 strong, and set your money up for what’s next.
Money & Career
Dec 22, 2025
The Top Money Apps Every Black Woman Needs In 2026 — We Tried Them So You Don’t Have To
If you’re looking to simplify your finances and stay accountable in the new year, these apps can help you get there.
Money & Career
Dec 22, 2025
She’s Had The Ear Of Presidents. Here’s Why Purpose—Not Pay—Drives Her Power
Despite multimillion-dollar losses, global influence, and access to presidents, Rosa Whitaker says real power comes from purpose, not a paycheck.
Money & Career
Dec 19, 2025
Charlamagne Tha God Signs $200 Million iHeartMedia Deal, Cementing His Media Empire
The nine-figure agreement keeps him on The Breakfast Club while expanding his Black Effect podcast network.