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It’s been a thorn in the side of grammar snobs everywhere. Drop a wire into any conversation in any…

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While African-Americans are definitely the most influential people on the planet, I can’t exactly say everything we’ve brought to the…

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Let’s be honest. Do you ever compare your relationship to your girlfriends’?

Well let’s try taking the faults in your…

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“African American” has a peculiar application. If we were to take the literal meaning of the term, it would not…

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“Not every word needs to be uttered. Sometimes you must just hold your peace.”

The first time I heard those…

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On Thanksgiving 2009, I hit a man with my Totes bubble umbrella. He was an older gentleman but spry, White,…

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I really do love Black men. While I criticize them at times, it does not negate that love. However, sometimes,…

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When I declare, “I am a beautiful woman,” what image comes to mind? Am I smoothly brown-skinned with a figure…

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On the cusp of the millennium, several books by young Black women ushered in a fresh perspective on Black womanhood.…

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who-needs-ebonics

It’s been a thorn in the side of grammar snobs everywhere. Drop a wire into any conversation in any…

the-black-blog-tea-party-and-4-more-reasons-why-they-never-should-have-given-you-n-words-internet-access

While African-Americans are definitely the most influential people on the planet, I can’t exactly say everything we’ve brought to the…

comparing-relationships-yours-vs-mine

Let’s be honest. Do you ever compare your relationship to your girlfriends’?

Well let’s try taking the faults in your…

the-afro-latino-connection-bridging-the-gap

“African American” has a peculiar application. If we were to take the literal meaning of the term, it would not…

lift-every-voice-or-hold-your-peace

“Not every word needs to be uttered. Sometimes you must just hold your peace.”

The first time I heard those…

regulators-dismount-on-abandoning-anger

On Thanksgiving 2009, I hit a man with my Totes bubble umbrella. He was an older gentleman but spry, White,…

are-you-the-rose-or-thorn-in-a-black-mans-ass

I really do love Black men. While I criticize them at times, it does not negate that love. However, sometimes,…

female-masculinity-disrupting-standards-of-beauty-and-redefining-womanhood

When I declare, “I am a beautiful woman,” what image comes to mind? Am I smoothly brown-skinned with a figure…

carry-on-tradition

On the cusp of the millennium, several books by young Black women ushered in a fresh perspective on Black womanhood.…

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Well, I’ve been a super boyfriend. Well now, a super ex-boyfriend.

Yes, a super ex-boyfriend.

Do women not love the…

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I couldn’t stop staring at this girl. Swaying side to side, her voice was way too elevated and her friends…

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Lady Gaga and Nicki Minaj are two of the biggest names in Pop music right now. Both women have made…

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It’s become a full-fledged assault.  From an Everest guy yelling at us through the television set, telling us that we’re…

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I have written for years about women and Hip Hop and culture, but I don’t think I’ve ever said…

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The struggle in liking someone is that it’s very, very hard to swallow the reality of how much you actually…

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“Hey guys, my name is John, and I was wondering if you could help me out with something.  I really

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“Silence itself—the things one declines to say, or is forbidden to name, the discretion that is required between speakers

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Once upon a time you were happy and “In a Relationship” on Facebook.  And then . . . Wait for…

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September 2, 2010

T.I. and Tiny arrested for possession

The King of the South, T.I., and his wife, BET reality star Tameka “Tiny” Cottle, were arrested late last night…

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Naturi Naughton Attends the VIP Press Screening Of “Gimme Mo” in California – Fab or Drab?

Naturi Naughton Attends the VIP Press Screening Of “Gimme Mo” in California – Fab or Drab?

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Cee-Lo “F*ck You!”

Cee-Lo’s video for his widely popular track “F*ck You!” from his The Lady Killer album due in stores December 7!

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Daily News Feed 9.2.2010/Vocab: Bilocation

Social Security sends early payments ahead of Hurricane Earl + Apple TV, ‘Ping’ and iTunes, what it means + June 2011 trial set in Katrina shootings case + more!

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September 1, 2010

7 Things NOT to Do After a Break-Up

The BVX - Ladies, after a break-up we can do some pretty irrational things. Of course, men aren’t immune…

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Fantasia recently spoke with Vibe magazine, opening up on her alleged affair with Antwaun Cook, and her suicide attempt.…

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Clutch
and Motions present “Black is the Color: Hair Love Stories.” This series of short films features inspirational testimonials…

John Legend & The Roots “I Can’t Write Left-handed”

A live in-studio recording of John Legend and The Roots’ “I Can’t Write Left-Handed” from their collaborative album Wake Up! in stores September 21!

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Faith Evans Visits the SIRIUS XM Studio in New York City – Fab or Drab?

Faith Evans Visits the SIRIUS XM Studio in New York City – Fab or Drab?

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Actor Brian J. White’s marriage to a Latina receives negative Twitter response

Brian J. White, a rising actor known for roles in “Stomp the Yard,” and Tyler’s Perry’s “I Can Do Bad…

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Daily News Feed 9.1.2010/Vocab: Hector

Muslim leaders debate FBI presence at mosques + Obama to commemorate Katrina on 5th anniversary + President Obama’s new Oval Office at White House has distinct NY accent + more!

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August 31, 2010

5 Rappers Endorsements We Want Now


From The BVX — From Dr. Dre to Diddy, hip-hop heads are increasing their bank accounts with…

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Do you like CLUTCH? Well, prove it by joining us on Facebook!

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With recent news of celebrity couples tying the knot, I was reminded of the time when I almost took that…

Why Twitter Spells Trouble for Some Pro Athletes

The Grio — Do sports and Twitter mix? That’s the question that the latest Twitter-gate has prompted. Over the weekend,…

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Daily News Feed 8.31.10/Vocab: Beek

T.I. salutes fans for making ‘Takers’ #1, President Obama rips GOP for blocking small business aid bill, Carter brings African American home from North Korea + more.

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When Shouldn’t Privacy Exist in a Relationship?

From Black Voices - With a committed relationship, you’re often expected to share your fears, your goals, your money, your…

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Actress Nia Long Arrives at the 20th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards – Fab or Drab?

Actress Nia Long Arrives at the 20th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards – Fab or Drab?

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August 30, 2010

Jazmine Sullivan “Holding You Down”

Here’s the latest video from Jazmine Sullivan “Holding You Down”.

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Where Has All The Great Black Satire Gone?

From The Grio – Last night saw the airing of the 62nd annual prime time Emmy awards. The critically-acclaimed comedy…

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Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade Attend Celebration Party for NBA Star Dwyane Wade – Fab or Drab?

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade Attend Celebration Party for NBA Star Dwyane Wade – Fab or Drab?

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Nicki Minaj and Drake: Things You Don’t Joke About

From Black Voices — On Friday rappers Nicki Minaand Drake, pulled big practical joke on the Internet. The Young Money rappers, both…

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R. Kelly “When A Woman Loves”

R. Kelly’s new single “When A Woman Loves,” from his 10th upcoming studio album Love Letter.

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