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Lena Waithe’s new BET series Twenties is going to be your new best show
“When you get your platform, you can do whatever you like with it. I’ve got a feeling in…
Celebrate the gift of a bonus day with these 15 things to do on Leap Year
If you had one wish, what would it be? We’d hazard a guess that ‘more time’ would be…
20 years in the making, but it’s worth the wait! The Book of Echoes
Rosanna Amaka’s debut novel, The Book of Echoes, is an instant classic. Irenosen Okojie, author of Butterfly Fish…
10 reasons why discussing finances with your partner should be a priority
Being financially in sync is one of the cornerstones of a successful relationship. Along with infidelity, not being…
Five times Brandy’s lyrics proved to be the perfect soundtrack to our lives
Since bursting on to the R&B music scene with her self-titled album in 1994, Brandy has proved her…
What you need to know about hair loss & treatment by a clinical expert
Following her own personal experience of hair loss 20 years ago, Dr Ingrid Wilson, a GP at the…
Spotlight on Debbie Korley: RSC star playing Mercy Pryce in The Whip
The Whip is a provocative new play which tells the story of the multi-billion pound pay off to…
Want brighter, healthier teeth? These are the six “Health Trends” to avoid
There’s no getting away from the fact that the older we get, the tougher it becomes to keep…
Why it’s time we remind ourselves of the many benefits of reading regularly
Scribing these words on what feels like the 158th day of January, the feelings of overwhelm are real.…
Black Girl’s Book Club founders author debut book for teenage girls: Grown
The founders of Black Girl’s Book Club, the hugely popular platform for Black women to get together to…
Dyes, relaxers & breast cancer links: Should UK Black women be worried?
Does using hair dyes and chemical straighteners really increase the risk of breast cancer in Black women? A…
Two weeks in Thailand: Diary of a Black woman on a holiday of a lifetime
Ever wondered what a holiday in Thailand would be like when it’s not a package deal? Our roving…
Understanding our baser instincts is the secret to a successful relationship
Human beings weren’t meant to be monogamous. Or perhaps we are. Depending on your stance, you will find…
11 Cool ways to rock “Classic Blue” Pantone Colour of the Year 2020
A highlight of the fashion calendar is the annual Colour of the Year announcement and this year, contrasting…