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  • Got Tickets to See Anita Baker? Do Yourself a Favor and Leave Your Phone at Home

    Got Tickets to See Anita Baker? Do Yourself a Favor and Leave Your Phone at Home

    The R&B songstress is feeling the heat on social media after her strange behavior at a recent Houston show.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 24, 2023
  • Andre Braugher’s Death is a Cautionary Tale for Black Men

    Andre Braugher’s Death is a Cautionary Tale for Black Men

    Black men have the highest rates of death from the disease in the country, but early detection can change that.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 20, 2023
  • A White Author Posted Fake Reviews to Hurt Authors of Color. It Cost Her Dearly.

    A White Author Posted Fake Reviews to Hurt Authors of Color. It Cost Her Dearly.

    Author Cait Corrain is in the hot seat after it was learned she targeted authors of color with fake negative reviews to boost sales of her own debut novel.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 12, 2023
  • Why ‘Slim Black Woman With a Bad Wig’ Is Trending on TikTok

    The Hard Wig=Soft Life theory has TikTokers pondering why some Black women always seem to bag white millionaires.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 12, 2023
  • 5 Fascinating Facts About Alvin Ailey’s Revelations

    5 Fascinating Facts About Alvin Ailey’s Revelations

    The piece, which debuted on January 31, 1960, continues to inspire audiences around the world.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 10, 2023
  • Sheryl Lee Ralph Wants You to Know Her Marriage is Just Fine

    Sheryl Lee Ralph Wants You to Know Her Marriage is Just Fine

    The Abbott Elementary actress responded to rumors that she and her husband were making a major move.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 10, 2023
  • Woman Tries to Torch MLK’s Birth Home

    Woman Tries to Torch MLK’s Birth Home

    You won’t believe who ended up saving the historic Atlanta landmark

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 8, 2023
  • Who’s the Black Leading Lady Will Ferrell Wants To See In the White House?

    Who’s the Black Leading Lady Will Ferrell Wants To See In the White House?

    The comedy superstar is calling for a new President Washington

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 7, 2023
  • 5 Ways to Keep Your Finances in Check During the Holidays

    We asked a certified financial educator for her best advice on making sure you don’t blow your holiday budget.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    December 6, 2023
  • Racism Displaced Chicago-area Black Families. This Man Wants to Pay Tribute to Them.

    Racism Displaced Chicago-area Black Families. This Man Wants to Pay Tribute to Them.

    A former Harvard Business School professor purchased an important piece of land to honor displaced Black families in his community.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    November 30, 2023
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