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  • Philly Educator Gets $20 Million to Create All-Black Schools…And a Lot of Hate in the Process

    Philly Educator Gets $20 Million to Create All-Black Schools…And a Lot of Hate in the Process

    Sharif El-Mekki’s Center for Black Educator Development has received over $20 million in donations.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 17, 2024
  • Former MTV VJ Ananda Lewis Reveals Heartbreaking Update in Her Cancer Battle

    In a recent conversation with CNN’s Stephanie Elam, the former MTV VJ shared some of the regrets she has in how she handled her treatment.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 16, 2024
  • Bath & Body Works is in the Hot Seat for a Design Some Are Calling Racist, But is It?

    Bath & Body Works is in the Hot Seat for a Design Some Are Calling Racist, But is It?

    “This sort of thing can easily be prevented by hiring the so-called ‘DEI’ candidates,” wrote someone on X.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 16, 2024
  • A Black Designer Shares Her Interior Design Trend Predictions for 2025

    If you’re looking to give your home a glow-up, check out some of these great furniture and accessory pieces from Black-owned brands.

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    Angela Johnson






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    October 16, 2024
  • A Happy Ending for The Black Conjoined Twins from Philly

    “Seeing them each in their own beds was an indescribable feeling,” said Amari and Javar Ruffin’s mom Shaneka.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 15, 2024
  • Who Needs a Birkin When There Are So Many Dope Handbags By Black Designers?

    Black designers are showing up and showing out with these luxury handbags we love.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 11, 2024
  • The Root Talked To Black Men About Kamala Harris, Donald Trump and the Election

    The Root Talked To Black Men About Kamala Harris, Donald Trump and the Election

    As the election grows near, ‘The Root’ spoke with Black men across the country

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 11, 2024
  • Why Some Folks Aren’t Feeling the Black Men-Led 2025 Met Gala Theme

    Why Some Folks Aren’t Feeling the Black Men-Led 2025 Met Gala Theme

    “While I’m excited for an exhibit like this, I am very, very nervous for the Met Gala,” said one TikTok user.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 11, 2024
  • The Best Black Fashion From the 2024 Glamour Women of the Year Awards

    Taraji P. Henson, Kelly Rowland and the Queen Bey herself were among the stars who rocked the red carpet

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 11, 2024
  • How This Atlanta Girl Balances Her Black Doll Brand and Straight-As

    Evana Oli is proud of her daughter’s entrepreneurial spirit, but wants to make sure she enjoys a normal childhood

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    October 11, 2024
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