Shelby Stewart
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This Black Upstate New York Family Is Fighting Back Against A Racist Neighbor
Amanda David and her children moved into their Tompkins County, N.Y. home in 2020. But for more than two years, the David family has been...
It’s Not You, It’s Them: How The Squad Was Broken Up
After a devastating primary loss, U.S. Rep. Cori Bush (D-Mo.) joins the likes of Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.), and the progressive “squad” is now down...
Exclusive: Vote HBCU ‘Say It Louder Tour’ Launches To Empower Young Black Voters
In a decisive effort to amplify the voice of young Black voters and spotlight the vital role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Xceleader,...
Yaya DaCosta Is Honoring Hip-Hop Culture With Her Wraps ‘N’ Raps
Yaya DaCosta is a woman who loves to rap song lyrics while wrapping her hair. Back in 2023, she posted an Instagram reel of herself...
In The Chair With: Yene Damtew
“In The Chair With” spotlights the incredible hairstylists in our community who are giving us major inspiration. Each week, they discuss their personal hair and...
Cosmetic Chemist Javon Ford Drops Eponymous Beauty Brand
Javon Ford, TikTok’s beloved beauty myth-buster and cosmetic chemist, is shaking things up with the release of his own cheek stains, adding a touch of...
The Realities For Black-Owned Beauty Businesses Post 2020
The reality is, running a Black-owned beauty brand is hard. This year, we’ve seen an onslaught of beauty brands shut down, file for bankruptcy, or...
Product Of The Week: Shea Moisture Amla Oil Bond Repair Masque
Until recently, I thought Dominican salons putting relaxers in their shampoo and conditioner was only a myth. I’d overheard this being told amongst my mom’s...
The Girls Are Shedding! What’s Behind TikTok’s Latest Night Routine
The unquenched thirst for beauty has infiltrated virtually every section of our lives. We have morning skin routines to maintain, new body care hacks to...
Coco Gauff To Join LeBron James As Flag Bearer For Team USA At The Olympics
In an announcement by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee on Wednesday, tennis sensation Coco Gauff has been chosen as Team USA’s female flag bearer...