Who doesn’t love the summer season? With its warm weather, longer days, and an array of outdoor activities, it is the gift that keeps on giving. Not to mention, the warm weather serves as a gree…
Another Reckoning? Former ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Star Faith Stowers Is Suing Bravo and NBCU
“Vanderpump Rules” and, by default, Bravo, has experienced no shortage of criticism. Many have written about “VPR’s” racial reckoning and Bravo’s long list of misde…
Stylish Must-Haves: Your Everyday Bag Is One of These Classic Coach Handbags
Not to be snob, but some of the best accessories and handbags are from luxury brands. And within the realm of luxury design, Coach is best. Perhaps we’re biased because many of our first handbag…
How to Stay Cool: 5 Refreshing Snack Hacks to Keep You Hydrated
Goodbye winter, hello spring. Warmer temperatures mean more sweat, which puts you at risk of becoming dehydrated. Of course, you can increase your water intake, but if you already struggle with gettin…
Grab Your Coins! Missy Elliott Is Headlining Her First Tour
There’s another concert slated for summer 2024. Missy Elliott is going on tour as a headliner! The rapper, singer, and songwriter has been making sparse appearances at indie clubs and festivals,…
It’s Giving Luxury: 5 Black-Owned Bag Brands Worth Adding to Your Closet
You can never have too many bags, especially considering the fact that different occasions require different accessories. A messenger bag is the perfect size to hold your work essentials, but it is to…
Stay or Leave: Breaking Down Infidelity in Relationships
Relationships are hard work! But they become even more complicated once there’s a loss of trust. And there’s no bigger loss of trust than a betrayal like infidelity. For many, cheating is a dealbreake…
Artistic Journey: How Songwriter Muni Long Put Her Pen Down and Became a Full-Time Artist
For many R&B fans, “Time Machine” or “Hrs & Hrs” isn’t the first time you’ve heard of Muni Long. In fact, you’ve been listening to her for years but d…
A Charitable Queen: Alicia Keys Is Helping a NYC Performing Arts School Stay Open
New York City has been going through some budget cuts. In 2023, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that all libraries would be closed on Sunday due to budget cuts, per Time Out. These …
Go Off! The Reactions to Hulu’s “Black Twitter” Documentary Are on Point
It was only a matter of time before a documentary was made about Black Twitter. After all, it sparks interest when you have a digital community that’s relevant to mainstream internet culture…
Stress-Free Tips: 6 Strategies for Keeping Calm in the Office
Unfortunately, work won’t always be rainbows and sunshine. Even if you love your manager or what you do, you will experience some bad days. It might be because of a challenging co-worker or countless …
Welcome to the Future: Meet the Black Women Taking Over Country Music
Look, we love Beyoncé Knowles-Carter — she’s Queen B. However, she is not the face of Black country music. After the release of her two singles, “16 Carriages” and “Texas Hold ‘Em,…
Timeless Artistry: These 5 Erykah Badu Songs Are a Testament to Her Versatility
The “Queen of Neo-Soul,” Erykah Badu, is a force to be reckoned with. She entered the music industry in the late ’90s and took off running. Her 1997 debut album, “Baduizm,̶…
Shopping Made Easy! Black-Owned Haircare App Myavana Uses AI to Create Personal Healthy Hair Guides
Silicon Valley *finally* made something for Black folks, and that’s the haircare app Myavana. Founded by four Black female tech entrepreneurs in 2013, Myavana is a digital subscription that uses…
OMG! Usher Strips Down to His Skivvies In a New SKIMS Men’s Campaign
The King of R&B, aka Usher, is adding a new gig to his ever-growing resume. Ahead of his 2024 Super Bowl Half-Time performance, the Atlanta native dropped an NSFW video of his new c…
Hey TV Execs! Please Bring Back These Canceled-Too-Soon Black TV Shows
When we say there’s nothing to watch, what we mean is that there are no Black shows to watch. Why? Because networks keep canceling them. In January 2024, X (formerly Twitter) users went into a frenzy …
Calling All Fashionistas! 7 Iconic and Influential Black-Owned Fashion Brands You Must Shop
Fact: there needs to be more recognition and appreciation for Black-owned fashion brands. All around us is the influence of Black designers and their apparel brands. The rise and popularity of th…