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Why Midwives Matter—And What Most People Get Wrong About Them
MyQueen Dickens, CNM, explains why they’re not doulas, and the extent of midwifery work, from delivery to overall everyday women’s health care.

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Kindred The Family Soul Reminisces on Their Climb to the Top
The Philly couple talks the early days, being surrounded by fellow artists and enjoying their parental freedom at ESSENCE Fest.

Sommore Has a Few Words of Wisdom for Fellow Comediennes
What’s the first piece of advice that the first-time ESSENCE performer has for other comediennes? Don’t steal her jokes!

NAACP Sues Department Of Education Over DEI Rollbacks: Here's What To Know
The nation’s oldest civil rights group says the Trump administration’s rollback of diversity and inclusion programs is unconstitutional and disproportionately harms Black students.
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"I’m Not Here To Say I Told You So": Kamala Harris Urges Courage, Sisterhood At Women’s Summit
At the Leading Women Defined Summit in Californa, the former Vice President called for unity and resilience in the face of uncertain times.

The New Rules Of Investing: Why Real Estate Might Not Be The Move Anymore
Despite it long being a wealth-building tool, the real estate landscape has changed.

Design Revolutionary: How Jimmie Drummond Is Reshaping DC's Cultural Landscape Through Spaces That Belong To Us
The 34-year-old Howard alum has quietly designed some of the District's most vibrant Black-owned establishments, from Elmina to Bronze DC and Grounded. Now he's stepping into the spotlight.

Federal Judge Drops Corruption Case Against NYC Mayor Eric Adams
The corruption case against Adams has been dismissed "with prejudice," meaning the charges cannot be refiled. He will now seek a second term as an independent candidate.

Barack Obama Photobombs A Family’s Cherry Blossom Shoot: "It Was Perfect"
"Preston and Belle, I hope you enjoyed peak bloom! My bad for stepping into the shot," Obama said on Instagram in response to the photo.

“I Was Not Smart”: RHOA’s Kelli Ferrell On Nearly Losing Her Business After Estranged Ex-Husband Took All Of The Money From It
The chef, serial entrepreneur and reality star opens up about the financial betrayal that almost cost her everything—and the money lessons she learned that every woman should know.

Cory Booker Makes History With 25-Hour Speech, Breaks Senate Record Held By Segregationist Who Opposed Civil Rights
Nearly 70 years after Strom Thurmond filibustered against Black civil rights, Booker’s marathon speech called out threats to democracy and the harm of Trump-era policies.

The Girls Are Alright—But Career Readiness Failed A Generation
A generation labeled “unmotivated” is actually underprepared, thanks to systemic gaps in education and career development.

Senator Cory Booker's Marathon Speech Hits 16 Hours and Counting, Calling Out 'Recklessness' Of Trump Policies
The New Jersey Democrat remains standing through the night as tens of thousands tune in to watch his critique of the Trump administration's first 71 days.