April showers were a torrential downpour… of great books to read this month. Because spring is also a season of renewal, this lineup includes mesmorizing memoirs, cultural healing, and inspiring guides that bring insight and warmth. Let’s start with a steady stream of personal stories that tug at emotional heartstrings. Former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance […]
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Why Black Prom Culture Keeps Getting Policed Online
The conversation resurfaces every prom season, but this year it reignited mid-April when a white woman on the internet dismissed Black prom send-offs as “hood prom baby mama culture,” arguing that this is the closest some girls will get to being a bride, so their families go all out. It was racist, lazy and wrong […]
‘Soft Commitment’ and the New Rules of Black Dating
Let’s be honest: people still believe in love. The kind that’s intentional, secure, and worth giving your full self to. Especially Black women. Despite what timelines, podcasts, and group chats might suggest, the desire hasn’t gone anywhere; they’ve just evolved. In an era of situationships and extended talking stages, “soft commitment” has quietly become a […]
Celebrating the History of Black Jockeys in the Kentucky Derby
African American jockeys have played a significant role in horse racing, and more specifically, the Kentucky Derby. Sadly, their participation and accomplishments have been widely unspoken and erased due to systemic racism throughout the industry. Despite inequalities, pioneering jockeys exemplified love for the sport, the pursuit of excellence and the perseverance it takes to be […]
The Black Wellness Edit: Evidence Suggests GLP-1s May Help Curb Addiction
When it comes to the world of GLP-1 research, the updates are endless as people continue to navigate new information. More recently, evidence is beginning to mount that suggests popular weight-loss drugs have potential for treating addiction, according to CNN. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound were approved to treat diabetes and obesity and are used […]
Gizelle Bryant and Angelina Jolie Bond Over Their Proudest Role: Mom
Angelina Jolie and Gizelle Bryant may come from completely different sides of the entertainment world. But motherhood is a great equalizer. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Park Tavern (@parktavern) The Oscar winner and TV reality standout found themselves in the same room on April 27 to celebrate their daughters at an Alpha Kappa […]
Odell Beckham Jr Back to the New York Giants Would be the Ultimate Reunion Show
Before You Commit To Being a Bridesmaid, Read This Helpful Survival Guide
At some point, if you have close friendships, you’ll probably be asked to be a bridesmaid, but perhaps you should take a beat before accepting the invitation right away. While weddings typically are a joyous time for brides and their bridal parties, no one ever talks about how taxing the wedding experience could be for bridesmaids, who usually commit themselves to […]
Sustainability Power Players: Ashley Cimone and Moya Annece, Founders of Ashya, Make Bags for the Sophisticated, Eco-Conscious World Traveler
When you’re a devoted world traveler, you know what and what not to carry with you. Large bags are not always comfortable or smart to lug around in the States or abroad. They are a burden to carry and make you easy targets for plucky pickpockets. EBONY Cover Star Ashley Cimone and Moya Annece are […]
Megan Thee Stallion Ends Broadway Run
The neon lights on Broadway will be a little less bright next month. Megan Thee Stallion has announced that she’ll end her run in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on May 1. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Megan Thee Stallion (@theestallion) On her Instagram account, Megan posted: “It’s been such an honor […]









