The 2023 Academy Awards nominations left many scratching their heads yesterday, as there were glaring omissions of works by Black creators that have been critically acclaimed and recognized by other […] The post ‘TILL’ Director Chinonye Chukwu Calls Out Misogyny, Racism Amid Danielle Deadwyler Oscar Snub appeared first on Essence.

Bessie Coleman’s legacy is still alive–so much that Barbie is releasing a Bessie Coleman Inspiring Women doll. This comes ahead of the late aviatrix’s birthday, which is Jan. 26, and […] The post Barbie Launching Epic Bessie Coleman Doll Just In Time For Black History Month appeared first on Essence.

Bessie Coleman’s legacy is still alive–so much that Barbie is releasing a Bessie Coleman Inspiring Women doll. This comes ahead of the late aviatrix’s birthday, which is Jan. 26, and […] The post Barbie Launching Epic Bessie Coleman Doll Just In Time For Black History Month appeared first on Essence.

Who would have thought that the M&M’s ‘spokescandies’— you know, the cartoon version of the beloved chocolate candies we’ve all seen in ads— could stir up major controversy?  But, yet […] The post Candy Controversy: M&M’s Replaces ‘Spokescandies’ After ‘Woke’ Backlash From Conservatives appeared first on Essence.