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Magical Black Witches in Pop Culture You Need to Know

Black women are already pretty magical. Few could deny that. But what about those whose…

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Review: Key Takeaways from ‘The Black Girl’s Guide to Financial Freedom’

Imagine how much easier life could be if only you had a blueprint on how…

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Vitiligo: What Is It, What Causes It, and How Common Is It?

Society tends to set the tone for what beauty looks like. These standards often create…

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WNBA Players Speak Out About Racism

The sports world has increasingly become a platform for athletes to voice their concerns about…

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Best Fandom-Inspired Halloween Costumes for Black Girl Nerds in 2024

The fall season is the best time for Blerds. Why? Because you can fully express…

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Endometrial Cancer: Addressing Screening Gaps for Black Women

Endometrial cancer, a type of cancer that begins in the lining of the uterus, has…

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GAMING & TECH

Don’t Nod and Deck Nine’s Obsession with POC and Queer People’s Suffering

In 2015, the world became enamored with teenage time traveler Max Caulfield’s (Hannah Telle) journey in Don’t Nod’s first successful video game, Life Is Strange. Max develops time traveling abilities after witnessing…

BGN Plays Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Beta — Same Ole, Same Ole

Summer is over and most of us are dealing with the end of the great traffic that comes with the kids out of school. It also starts the new release season for…

7 Black Girl Game Streamers You Should Be Following

In a space primarily dominated by men, women are really making their presence known in gaming. But we’re not talking about just any women — we’re talking Black women. They are thriving…

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Endometrial Cancer: Addressing Screening Gaps for Black Women

Endometrial cancer, a type of cancer that begins in the lining of the uterus, has seen increased incidence rates in recent years. While it is often detected early through screenings, research indicates…

Unspoken Anger: The Hidden Health Crisis Affecting Black Women

In recent years, the phrase “Protect Black Women” has been examined and debated. The truth is we are well acquainted with silence. We know when to hold our tongue. We know when…

Understanding Prostate Health for Black Men: Black Women in Support and Advocacy

Prostate Health Month is an important time to raise awareness about prostate health and the specific challenges faced by Black men. The significance of this issue cannot be overstated as prostate health…

National Suicide Prevention Month: Addressing Mental Health Challenges Among Black and Brown Youth

September marks National Suicide Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the critical issue of suicide and mental health. This observance becomes particularly important when focusing on marginalized communities, such…

Why Home Birth is Trending Upward Among Black Women in America

Birth is said to be magical. A new life is entering the world. Yet the reality is birth can be painful, long, and exhausting. I don’t know this from personal experience, but…

How Necessary Is Sunblock for People With Dark Skin? Very!

Have you applied your sunblock today? If the answer is yes, you already understand the importance of sunscreen. If you answer no because you have an abundance of melanin and think you…