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The New, NEW Black Woman: America’s First Bl...

Meet the first African American female NASCAR driver....
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Etiquette 101:Put it in (hand)writing, restoring t...

"You don't call, you don't write..."...
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The New, NEW Black Woman: Fleace Weaver!

Ooomigosh, how could you NOT love a woman who has been instrumental in introducing so many black women to international travel? Formally named, Bella ...
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Etiquette 101: Good Manners; What’s race go...

I had a brief exchange with a woman a while back about how improper behavior and the lack of proper manners is hurtful to people wanting to advance an...
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Vanessa Bryant, Wife of Kobe Bryant, Has a Lesson ...

So how did Vanessa Bryant, the former Vanessa Laine, get it this good? There's one main reason Vanessa is in this situation. And here it is: Vanessa L...
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“Keeping It Real” —A Phrase You...

Whenever I hear someone use the word "real" in a sentence, I always wait for them to finish the sentence by telling me they are real what. ...
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The New, NEW Black Woman: Gina McCauley

We all know who she is–the champion behind What About Our Daughters, who has the guts, brains and follow-through to stand up for black girls and...
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Toni on Massive Role Reversals in the Black Commun...

"The black community has become a place of massive role reversals. The thing is, black women simply are not benefiting from having this happen. This h...
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The New, NEW Black Woman: Adaora Akubilo

Let me introduce you to Nigerian-American Model Adaora Akubilo, 24, who will be featured in Sports Illustrated’s 2012 Swimsuit Issue....
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Wait…Who’s Got Stockholm Syndrome, Aga...

I understand that Rihanna doesn't forever want to be known as a victim of an abusive relationship. I understand her desire to put the tumultuous night...
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The New, NEW Black Woman: Lori L. Tharps!

Tharps makes the list because she's brave, quirky, funny, and charts her own course. ...
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The New, NEW Black Woman: Alek Wek

Black is beautiful. But I know y'all already knew that. The fashion industry has been a bit slower to catch on, but the stunningly gorgeous model Alek...
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Etiquette 101: Do You Have Your Consideration C.A...

Okay; the dog has absolutely nothing to do with this story. But...just look at how cute he/she is? ...
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Abiola Abrams: How to Create a Vision Board

The more I think about it, the more I know this is a good idea. A vision allows you to see you dreams in a more concrete form. ...
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