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In celebration of their daughter Zaya’s 13th birthday, Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union want her to know just how special of a soul she is. Wade helped usher in Zaya’s […] The post Dwyane Wade And Gabrielle Union Celebrate Daughter Zaya’s 13th Birthday appeared first on Essence.

Michael Jordan, who has famously been silent regarding racial and social issues—during and after his career—has finally had enough. The NBA legend provided a lengthy statement regarding the ongoing protests […] The post Michael Jordan Speaks Out After George Floyd’s Death appeared first on Essence.

Humans are creatures of connection. Perhaps the most powerful example of this is how we come into the world: completely vulnerable in our caregiver’s arms. As we develop, touch governs […] The post Five Simple Ways To Combat Touch Hunger While Social Distancing appeared first on Essence.

1. BLACK WOMEN LEAD The University of Pennsylvania’s prestigious Wharton School has named a new dean. On July 1, longtime academic Erika H. James assumes the reins, marking the first […] The post 10 Things We’re Talking About appeared first on Essence.