“Yes, they let women do some things at NASA Mr. Johnson, and it’s NOT because we wear skirts. It’s because we wear glasses.” You better tell ‘em! Taraji P. Henson, Janelle Monae and Octavia Spencer are giving us SO much life in the new Hidden Figures trailer. The movie doesn’t come out until next year, […]
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I have been hearing all kinds of buzz about Urban Essentials Beauty Supply in Inglewood and a few days ago, I decided to check it out, and let me tell you – it was an awesome experience. You see, the hype around this place is extra special because it’s black owned. Yep,
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Black and Hispanic children and young adults with mental health issues are about half as likely as their white counterparts to get mental health care, according to a study out last week. That could play a part in why children from those communities end up getting expelled from school or are incarcerated at higher rates
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In a new film premiering on August 26, “The Southside With You” audiences will catch a glimpse of what started out as an unofficial date with Barack and Michelle, before they were known as the Obama’s. Set in 1989, in Chicago, the film chronicles one entire day with 28-year old Barack Obama and 25-year old
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Looking for something to do this weekend? Why not enjoy an afternoon of Jazz at the Creek? I promise, you won’t regret it. Known for becoming one of THE hottest three series summer concerts, Jazz At The Creek always delivers–Paul Brown, Marcus Anderson, Phil Denny, Jessie J and Nick Colionne, just to name a few of
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The look in her eyes says it all. That is the look of, “I know this girl doesn’t know what she’s doing, so should I sit here and let her ruin my hair? Or should I teach her about black hair?” So by now you’ve all heard about the Today Show fiasco last week,
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And some people were too busy looking at Gisele. I almost always tune into the Olympic opening & closing ceremonies mainly because they’re fun, I get a geography recap and it’s one of the few times where I actually get a lesson in the countries history and enjoy their music & culture. Not to
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Yay! A few of our favorite Reality T.V. shows featured on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network just got renewed. The network announced it has renewed popular Saturday night docu-series “For Peete’s Sake,” from Tremendous! Entertainment featuring actress Holly Robinson Peete and her husband, former NFL quarterback Rodney Peete, for eight additional episodes and has ordered from Pilgrim Media Group
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Pictured: Wendy Shurelds (L) and Dr. Suzanne Afflalo On Saturday, July 30th approximately 80 people made up mostly of women, filled the Alpha Center located at the center of southeast San Diego for an inspirational community event. The purpose of the event was to raise breast health awareness among African American women. Members of the
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Correction—let us stand up AND clap for Ava Duvernay. She’s breaking so many boundaries and continuing to be the humble and talented role model that so many women admire. Oh, and she’s a BOSS. You see, she will be the first African American woman to helm a $100 million dollar film. HUGE right?!
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