Victoria Uwumarogie
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LeToya Luckett Responds To Pregnancy Questions: ‘I Can’t Have Anymore Kids’
It may be a new year, but old habits die hard, and that includes the unfortunate pattern of worrying about what’s going on with another...
Rooted In Tradition: Wellness Practices From The Diaspora You Should Know
The year 2024 marked the beginning of my ancestral renaissance. As a certified well-being coach, healing practitioner, and editor with over 15 years of experience...
The Black Girl’s Guide To Travel: 3 Ways To Take A Trip For Free
There is no shortage of reasons to add more travel to your calendar. It could be the ever-increasing cost of living in the U.S., traveling...
‘We’re Safe, But We’re Not Okay’: A Black Doctor On Racism’s Role In The Eaton Fire And Black Health Crisis
In 1966, speaking to the press about a Medical Committee for Human Rights meeting in Chicago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. condemned the segregation of...
Living Your Best (Love) Life: How To Avoid Getting Scammed While Dating In The AI Age
Some of the benefits of dating in the digital age are the endless possibilities to learn about and meet people from around the world. However,...
Going To NBA All-Star Weekend? A Mini Destination Guide To The Black-Owned Bay Area
YAY AREEAAAAAAA (in my best E-40 voice)! The Bay Area’s vibrancy is in a league of its own, and basketball has always been a special...
Mamas At Work: Since Having Her Son, Taylor Townsend Is Playing Her Best Tennis Yet – ‘I’ve Had A Resurgence’
Taylor Townsend is a Grand Slam champion. At the time of her interview with ESSENCE, she had just won her second title at the 2025...
Should You Make A Boyfriend Vision Board?
What qualities do you look for in a potential partner? Do you prefer to have a list to check off, or are you the kind...
The Surprising Truth About Black Love, By The Numbers
This story is featured in the January/February 2025 issue of ESSENCE. The State of Black Marriage Black love and marriage have always been cornerstones of...
Dwyane Wade And Gabrielle Union’s Private Chef Wants To Teach You How To Cook With Love This Valentine’s Day
What is the secret to a delicious meal? Some may argue that it’s all about the ingredients. That’s true in a sense. But just in...