Gentrification is a jarring circumstance that’s been permeating major American cities, more particularly Black communities, for decades. The act of changing the character of a neighborhood via affluent residential and […] The post ‘RESIDUE’ Is Merawi Gerima’s Salient Archive On The DC That Once Was appeared first on Essence.

This week’s edition focuses on the sunny side and brings comfort, warmth, and protection to your earbuds. “These days, I am listening to music very intentionally, as an escape or […] The post Everybody Loves Shay Lia’s Sunshine-y Vibes for This Week’s Playlist appeared first on Essence.

Add Chadwick Boseman to the long list of nearly 70% of African Americans who have no will or estate plan in place.  Chadwick Boseman’s widow, Taylor Simone Ledward, recently filed […] The post Chadwick Boseman’s Wife Files Probate Case Because Actor Died Without A Will appeared first on Essence.

Leave it up to Rihanna to save our Friday with a hot Fenty beauty sale. The beauty conglomerate spearheaded by the Pop Queen herself has priced all beauty items at […] The post Stop What You’re Doing Fenty Beauty Is Having A Sale appeared first on Essence.