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Even from London, BB&W Intern Niala Nags Us L...

With American elections slowly coming to a close, it is important to realize how lucky we are to have our voices heard not only for our choice of Pres...
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Let’s Keep Up the Heat–Def Jam Conside...

Read, and then answer me this: If he does lose his contract, how much do you wanna bet that he'll blame the "bitch snitching" and not his sociopathic ...
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Black Women and White Men: Of Alliances and Foot-s...

Decades ago, the instinct of mistrust against all non-black people might have saved your life. Now it just makes you obnoxious....
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Finally, A Reason to Tune in to BET…Black Gi...

In my household, Black Entertainment Television isn't allowed. Ever. BUT...will all the buzz surrounding tonight's BLACK GIRLS ROCK! 2012 event, I jus...
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Jamila: “He said I was too broke to be in a ...

Everyone single person hates this question, but we've all probably been asked it at one time or another: So, why are you single? I like to respond tha...
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To the Swirling Familes, a Cautionary Tale to Remi...

The case of Glenda Moore and the downing death of her two young boys reminds mixed race families have to choose their neighbors and neighborhoods wise...
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A Man’s Right to Choose: The Ongoing Battle over...

Does it seem like women’s reproductive rights have been at the forefront of virtually every senatorial, gubernatorial, or presidential election deba...
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What Does Hurricane Sandy Mean for the American Vo...

A massive storm has devastated most of the east coast. Some have speculated that the election may get delayed. But, the true political impacts of Hurr...
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Nine Financial Mistakes Women Make When They Divor...

Going through a divorce is stressful enough. Get back on your feet by avoiding these financial pitfalls....
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You Mean They Have a Name for That?! A Scientific ...

This blog is accused time and time again of 'praising the white man, who can do no wrong' while bashing black men, who are the quote-unquote scum of t...
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Russell Simmons Speaks Out on Lil Reese Beating. Y...

Russell Simmons says he's going to spank Lil Reese "in private." Is that enough?...
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Black Women vs. Black Women: Why Can’t We Al...

Vivica A. Fox versus Crystal Wright on BET’s Don’t Sleep once again depicts Black women in constant competition with one another. Political debate...
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Northwestern Mutual Survey Highlights Gender Diffe...

Despite suffering crushing financial hits during the recent recession, African American college graduates are optimistic about their ability to become...
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Thanks to Social Networking, Lil Reese and Def Jam...

Nothing makes me work harder and gives me the fighting spirit than people who underestimate me. Take a look at how social networking, Tweeting my brai...
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