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Is hiring an ex as wedding photographer a terrible idea?

Planning a wedding is often described as one of the happiest seasons of a couple's life. At the same time, it can expose differences in communication, finances and expectations that might otherwise stay hidden. One bride to be recently found herself wondering whether several ongoing disagreements with her fiancé point to larger issues that deserve…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 26, 20260Comments

Hair

5 tips for healthy hair most people skip

Hair care does not have to be complicated. But for many people, the difference between hair that thrives and hair that just survives comes down to a handful of habits done consistently. Whether your strands are fine and flat, thick and coiled, or somewhere in between, the fundamentals stay the same. Genetics play a role,…

ByDestiny PhilipsJune 25, 20260Comments

Health

Reclaiming health: the tobacco industry’s long war on Black America

From plantation-era exploitation to menthol marketing, the tobacco industry has targeted Black Americans for generations. Now, a growing movement is pushing back. The tobacco industry's relationship with Black America did not begin with advertising. It began with forced labor, centuries ago, when enslaved people cultivated tobacco on Southern plantations. What followed was not a break…

ByGesi LloydJune 25, 20260Comments

Skincare

The ultimate guide to sunscreens: top picks for every skin type

From mineral face sticks to shimmery body oils, the best SPF products of the year ranked by skin type, texture, and everyday wearability. Sunscreens has had a reputation problem. For years, it sat at the bottom of medicine cabinets, chalky and thick, something people grabbed grudgingly before a beach trip. That version of SPF…

ByGesi LloydJune 25, 20260Comments

Books

The reason fiction reading is better than scrolling

In an era dominated by notifications, social media feeds, and a nonstop flow of information, many people struggle to focus on one thing for more than a few minutes. Endless scrolling can feel relaxing in the moment, but mental health experts say there may be a far more effective way to support emotional well being…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 25, 20260Comments

Self Care

The 7 day plan to feel your absolute best this week

A week can fly by or drag on, but one thing is certain a lot can shift in seven days. You may not overhaul your entire life before next Monday, but you can absolutely shake up a stagnant routine, pull yourself out of a rut, and finally act on the things you have been putting…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 25, 20260Comments

Skincare

Does Botox weaken your emotions?

Botox has become one of the most talked about cosmetic treatments in the world, helping millions soften fine lines and wrinkles with quick, minimally invasive injections. But a recent wave of social media discussions has sparked a different kind of conversation, with some users wondering whether the popular treatment could affect a person's ability to…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 25, 20260Comments

Celebs

Tracee Ellis Ross addresses pregnancy claims

Tracee Ellis Ross is setting the record straight after finding herself at the center of online speculation that she is expecting her first child. The actress, best known for her roles in Black-ish and Girlfriends, recently appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to discuss her upcoming Broadway debut in Every Brilliant Thing. During the…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 24, 20260Comments

Relationships

4 signs your self centeredness is destroying your relationships

Most people have moments where they put themselves first, redirect a conversation back to their own experiences or struggle to offer a genuine apology. That is, according to mental health professionals, entirely human. But there is a meaningful difference between those occasional lapses and a persistent, damaging pattern of thinking about yourself too much. Every…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 24, 20260Comments

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Is hiring an ex as wedding photographer a terrible idea?

5 tips for healthy hair most people skip

Reclaiming health: the tobacco industry’s long war on Black America

The ultimate guide to sunscreens: top picks for every skin type

The reason fiction reading is better than scrolling

The 7 day plan to feel your absolute best this week

Does Botox weaken your emotions?

Tracee Ellis Ross addresses pregnancy claims

4 signs your self centeredness is destroying your relationships

Cardi B And Kash Doll Fuel Sizzling Collab Speculation

Paris Jackson Shares Rare Details About Her Upbringing

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