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Relax, Relate and Read: The Best Books to Give (and Get) This Holiday Season
As last-minute gifts go, there are few more thoughtful or budget-friendly than a book—and we’ve got the best reads of the year for everyone on your list.
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‘I’m Not Changing for Anyone’: Chlöe on Bullying, Self-Esteem and Self-Love on Peace of Mind With Taraji Season Finale
The singer-actress and beauty influencer Okaysophi discussed the damaging emotional impact of online abuse with hosts Taraji and Tracie Jade.
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Christmas Queen Mariah Carey Conquers the Hot 100 as ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’ Makes a Record Return to No. 1
The musical milestone marks a third time in the No. 1 spot for the 27-year-old hit.
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Trevor Noah Sues NYC Hospital and Orthopedic Surgeon for ‘Serious Personal Injury’ Resulting From 2020 Surgery
Noah alleges Dr. Riley J. Williams III caused ‘permanent, severe and grievous’ injury in the aftermath of an undisclosed procedure.
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Our ‘Mom-in-Chief’ Wants You to Get the Shot: Michelle Obama Joins Celebrity Moms for COVID-19 Vaccine PSA
Pauletta Washington, NBA mom Robin Paul and more join sketch comedy brand The Second City to urge Americans to get vaccinated and boosted this holiday season.
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This Is Your Last-Minute, Get-It-There-in-Time Gift Guide—Let’s Go!
If you’re reading this, you’re (almost) too late to get your holiday gifts shipped in time. So, what are you waiting for?
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Ever Optimistic, Essence Fest Announces Its Return to New Orleans in 2022
The live gathering, themed ‘It’s the Black Joy for Me!’, will be the popular festival’s first in-person event since its 25th anniversary celebration in 2019.
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bell hooks, Author, Educator and Feminist Icon, Dead at 69
The academic, activist and cultural critic died Wednesday at her home in Berea, Kentucky, surrounded by friends and family.
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James Brown’s Estate Sells for an Estimated $90 Million: Report
The acquisition promises to end a 15-year battle for the late icon’s estate—with a significant portion benefitting children in need, per his wishes.
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‘A Microcosm of America’: Rebecca Carroll on Trauma, Amy Coney Barrett and the Tangled Web of Transracial Adoption
The acclaimed writer’s memoir, Surviving the White Gaze is a rare and nuanced account from a transracial adoptee. So why do so many insist on missing the point?
