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ESSENCE’s Richelieu Dennis and Queen Latifah Announce Exciting New Partnership For Black Creators

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‘Me Too’ Founder Tarana Burke Has A Message For People Who Still Listen to R. Kelly: You’re Supporting Abuse

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On And On! Erykah Badu and Jill Scott’s Style Game Crushed The Essence Fest Stage on Day 1

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Whitney White, aka @Naptural85, Tells Us How To Holistic Hair Care

Fashion

ESSENCE Marché Is The Digital Shopping Destination Black Women Desperately Need

Entertainment

Behind The Board: Sevyn Streeter Walks Us Through Her Grammy Award-Winning Songwriting Process

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Monica On Raising A Blended Family With Husband Shannon Brown: 'I'm Very No-Nonsense'

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Monica Talks New Music And Working With Brandy: 'There's Always Room For Us To Work'

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This Florida Middle School Teacher Secretly Hosted A White Nationalist Podcast

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ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood: Lena Waithe Urges Other LGBT Public Figures To "Come Out" And "Stop Hiding" In An Unforgettable Speech

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ESSENCE Now: How To Negotiate Equal Pay, Plus Maternity Fashion Hacks

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ESSENCE Now: Mo’Nique Fights For Equal Pay, Plus Ari Lennox In The 'Sensory Wonderland'

Culture

VIDEO: Take A Virtual Tour Of Everything You Missed At The ESSENCE And Toyota #SensoryWonderland Experience

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The Boss Lady Project: Watch Angela Yee Take 14-Year-Old Kanice Parlor Behind the Scenes at 'The Breakfast Club'

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Trina Is Planning To Put Out A Joint Album, But She's Not Revealing The Singer Just Yet

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The Rise Of An Icon: A Look Back At Missy Elliott's Journey To Superstardom

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Dope Stuff On My Desk: We’re Loving The Liberated Woman Tees And Kim Kimble’s Line Of Hair Products

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From Gift Cards To Secret Santa Limits: Are There Rules For Christmas Gift-Giving?

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These Baskets Are The Perfect Christmas Gift For The Parents In Your Life

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How To Make An Easy Holiday Gift Basket For Anyone On Your List

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K. Michelle Sets The Record Straight About Her Relationship Status For All Those Who Still Have Questions

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I Turn My Camera On, Episode 10: Pooch Hall Talks With Lance Gross About Parenting A Special Needs Child As A Celebrity

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ESSENCE Now December 5: K. Michelle On Her Boyfriend And New Music, Plus Rules For Christmas Gifts

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Dope Stuff On My Desk: A Few Fab Products That Will Definitely Get Your Hair Together This Winter

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I Turn My Camera On, Episode 9: Lance Gross & Logan Browning Have An Emotional Conversation About Losing A Parent

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ESSENCE Now November 28: Ashanti Dishes On Ja Rule And New Music, Cardi B's Grammy Nomination And More!

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Dope Stuff On My Desk: Customized Haircare That Will Transform Your Tresses And More Amazing Finds

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Dry Turkey, Uninvited Guests, And Thanksgiving Drama: Here's This Week's Episode Of ESSENCE Now

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I Turn My Camera On, Episode 8: 'Insecure's' Sarunas Jackson & Lance Gross Talk Maintaining Platonic Friendships

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Simone Biles Isn't Here For Thanksgiving Stuffing! How Some Of Your Favorite Stars Like Their Holiday Spread

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Two Ways to “Remix” Your Thanksgiving Macaroni and Cheese Leftovers

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Do We Respond Differently To Sexual Assault When Black Men Are Accused?

Culture

Black Girls Draw: Jena Holliday Is Proving Black Motherhood Is A Work Of Art

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Sheree Whitfield And More Celebs Break Down Their Blackest Thanksgiving Traditions

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Will Kandi Burruss Record New Music With Xscape?

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I Turn My Camera On, Episode 7: Lance Gross And Actress Pom Klementieff Have A Telling Conversation About Love

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Churches And Guns: Should Congregations Carry Weapons To Avoid Mass Shootings?

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Arrests Made After 26 Nigerian Women And Girls Found Dead At Sea

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Sheree Whitfield On Phaedra’s Future With 'RHOA'

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Sheree Whitfield On Her Boyfriend Being In Prison And What She Loves About Him Most

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Sponsored: Atlanta Creatives Talk About The Influence Of The City On Their Work

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The OverExplainer: This Is The Real Reason Women Need Access To Birth Control

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Can You Still Be “Natural” If You Relax Your Edges?

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ESSENCE Now: This Week's Episode Breaks Down Chrisette Michele's Revealing Social Media Posts