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EMPOWERMENT

Attacks on Black Women Academics Continue; What Can Be Done?

When Antoinette “Bonnie” Candia-Bailey, the former vice president of student affairs at Lincoln University in…

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Why Did Beyoncé Do an Ad for Hair Care?

Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is not playing with us, per usual. In February, the Queen Bey’s new…

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5 Black Female Solo Travelers to Follow to Inspire Your Next Trip

A Black woman traveling solo is an empowering image. When Black women travel the world,…

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Black Women: Stealing the Show in Professional Wrestling

In the competitive world of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), the athletes are more than just…

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WNBA Star Lexie Brown Changing the Game in Athletes Unlimited League

Within the landscape of professional sports, the power of women has been undeniable. But the…

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GAMING & TECH

Here’s Why the World of Darkness IP Should Be the Next Marvel-esque Hollywood Push

For the first time in history, video game movie adaptations are actually worth their screen time in terms of quality. Many would point to the success of the recent Super Mario Bros…

How ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Rivals Even Fortnite with Its Brand Crossovers

Franchise crossovers are really entertaining, and they’re quite popular for a reason. Not only do they tap into different fanbases of multiple franchises to create a broader appeal, but they often bring…

How Close Is Legislation to Actually Banning TikTok?

The House of Representatives passed a bill in March 2024 that has moved TikTok, a short-form video hosting platform owned by Chinese internet company ByteDance, one step closer to a complete ban…

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Black Women Are More Likely To Be Medically Misdiagnosed

An estimated 795,000 patients a year die or are permanently disabled because of misdiagnosis, according to a study published by BMJ Quality & Safety periodical. Women and racial minorities are at least…

What Black Women Need to Know About Cervical Cancer

The name Jessica Pettway may not sound familiar to you unless you are one of her 200,000+ YouTube subscribers or 160,000 followers on Instagram. Beyond her popularity on social media, Pettway is…

Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Postpartum Depression

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), postpartum depression affects over 11 percent of women in the United States, or 1 in 9 women. However, the condition does not…

7 Black-Owned Wellness Products to Try in 2024

As we venture into a new year, Black women need to prioritize wellness in their lives. History has proven our wellness to be compromised, and when you pair that with a lack…

No Interruptions Day: December 27th

No Interruptions Day is observed on December 27 every year. We all know that the holidays can leave us overwhelmed and stressed, with all the socializing and traveling. Not to mention, we…

Black Women at the Intersection of Reproductive Rights and Climate Justice

Since 2021, the United States has experienced its worst years for maternal mortality. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2021 saw a 40 percent increase in maternal mortality from…