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  • Stop Calling Me ‘Blackie!’ How Colorism Nicknames Still Wreak Havoc on Beautiful Black Women

    Stop Calling Me ‘Blackie!’ How Colorism Nicknames Still Wreak Havoc on Beautiful Black Women

    From derogatory nicknames to backhanded compliments, colorism continues to shape how Black women are seen, treated, and valued every day. Let’s unpack.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    December 23, 2025
  • Placenta Pills? Okra Water? This Expert Weighs In on Birthing Trends That Really Work!

    Placenta Pills? Okra Water? This Expert Weighs In on Birthing Trends That Really Work!

    From centuries-old remedies to viral TikTok hacks, one expert breaks down 13 modern birthing trends and what actually works — and what could be risky.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    November 14, 2025
  • Hakeem Jeffries Publicly Pops Off at a GOP Rep, and Good Lord It’s Messy!

    Hakeem Jeffries Publicly Pops Off at a GOP Rep, and Good Lord It’s Messy!

    Hakeem Jeffries and Mike Lawler went toe-to-toe on Capitol Hill, clashing over Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits and the government shutdown in a heated showdown.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    October 9, 2025
  • Black Internet Defends Travis Kelce’s Ex Kayla Nicole After His Taylor Swift Engagement

    Black Internet Defends Travis Kelce’s Ex Kayla Nicole After His Taylor Swift Engagement

    Kayla Nicole seemingly responds to Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s engagement with a cryptic Instagram post, while fans come to her defense and rally behind her in support.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    August 27, 2025
  • All The Wars in Africa You Never Hear About, But Should Know

    All The Wars in Africa You Never Hear About, But Should Know

    Let’s talk about what’s really going down in Africa— and why staying informed isn’t optional.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    July 15, 2025
  • Alexis Ohanian’s Latest Clapback Proves Why Online Trolls Should Keep Serena Williams’ Name Out of Their Mouths

    Alexis Ohanian’s Latest Clapback Proves Why Online Trolls Should Keep Serena Williams’ Name Out of Their Mouths

    Alexis Ohanian wasn’t afraid to clap back at online trolls who has accused his wife, Serena Williams, of bleaching her skin.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    January 7, 2026
  • How Black Folks Are Likely to Suffer Over Trump’s Latest Oil Grab

    How Black Folks Are Likely to Suffer Over Trump’s Latest Oil Grab

    Trump’s Venezuelan oil grab could potentially worsen pollution and health risks in our Black neighborhoods.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    January 6, 2026
  • White House Chief Of Staff Spills Tea On Trump’s Unpredictable Temperament And Inner Circle

    White House Chief Of Staff Spills Tea On Trump’s Unpredictable Temperament And Inner Circle

    White House Chief of Staff Susan Wiles pulls back the curtain on Donald Trump, revealing chaotic decision-making and candid assessments that left folks talking.

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    Asheea Smith






    Published

    December 17, 2025
  • Black TikToker Flips Microaggressions on White Folks — and It’s Hilarious!

    Black TikToker Flips Microaggressions on White Folks — and It’s Hilarious!

    From touching White folks’ hair to clutching his bag, this TikTok star has the most offensive microaggressions covered. Racism is no laughing matter, but these skits left fans in stitches.

    By





    Asheea Smith






    Published

    December 3, 2025
  • The Messy Thanksgiving Topics Every Family Should Avoid, And How to Navigate the Drama Just in Case

    The Messy Thanksgiving Topics Every Family Should Avoid, And How to Navigate the Drama Just in Case

    From politics to family secrets, here’s how you can survive the Black family Thanksgiving chaos.

    By





    Asheea Smith






    Published

    November 26, 2025
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