A recent piece in Vogue about flattering haircuts for thicker hair types referred to Tracee Ellis Ross's afro as a cloud bob. The phrasing lasted long enough to ignite a response across social media that was pointed, historically grounded, and clearly not surprised. For many in the Black community, this was not a new kind…
The ESSENCE Festival of Culture is returning to New Orleans this July with a renewed focus on storytelling, creativity and community. Organizers have announced a lineup of influential women who will help shape the festival’s programming, marking a continued evolution in how the event brings culture to life.
Joining Chief Curator…
Easter arrives each spring draped in pastel colors, chocolate eggs and the familiar image of a cartoon bunny. That version of the holiday is real, but it is far from complete. Across the African diaspora, Easter is observed through a set of traditions that run deeper than the mainstream version, shaped by history, faith, migration…
After rumors tied Chilli to Trump donations and a controversial repost, her swift denial is a reminder of why public figures especially Black ones can no longer afford silence.
It started with a repost and a donation trail and within hours, TLC star Rozonda Chilli Thomas found herself at the center of a firestorm.
Rumors…
The news cycle can be relentless. Between rising costs, geopolitical tensions and the daily grind of navigating an uncertain world, it can feel like good news is in short supply. But Black joy, Black excellence and Black pride have never stopped showing up and this week delivered some of the most heartwarming proof of that.…
Not every week hands you a reason to stop scrolling and pay attention to something good. This one did. Across music, medicine, fitness, fatherhood, and dance, Black culture delivered moments that were generous and specific and worth sitting with longer than a caption allows.
Jill Scott brings Black joy to the HBCU Aware Fest stage…
On a bright afternoon in Los Angeles , LaTanya Richardson Jackson appears on screen with the ease of someone fully comfortable in her own story. The seasoned actress, known for her commanding presence on stage and screen, brings warmth, candor and reflection to a conversation that spans decades of personal and professional…

