Imagine this: It’s June 19, 1865. You are a slave in Galveston, Texas, and have spent your entire life in bondage, in which you’ve endured numerous cruelties. Suddenly, all that changes when General Granger of the Union Army arrives in town with news: Slavery has been abolished and all slaves are officially and legally free. […]
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Your favorite weekend activity may be vegging out on the couch watching back-to-back episodes of The Game, but if you want to stay fit and healthy this summer — and beyond — you’ll need more exercise than the occasional walk to the kitchen for a snack. Check out these quick and simple workouts, and you’ll be ready for […]
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You get a D and a ton of red marks on a research paper. Your boss at your part-time job tells you how you could improve your customer service. Your coach gives you advice on how to better clear those hurdles, so you’re ready for your next meet. Maybe you feel hurt. Maybe you feel […]
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You’ve probably never of heard of Nneka, but trust us on this one, she’s someone you want to know about. The Nigerian singer rarely receives local airplay and her videos usually don’t make it to the top ten countdowns, but that isn’t because she’s not worthy — her raspy vocals and true-to-life lyrics could put […]
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Whether you’re sitting under the dryer at the hair salon, riding in the car toward your family’s weekend beach trip, or passing time in class after finishing your assignments early, there’s nothing better than delving into a good book — especially a good book filled with vibrant characters and stories of people who look like […]
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Between his flirty smiles and one-word texts, you can never quite tell what your crush is thinking — until now. Check out these 5 ways to tell if your guy BFF might want to be more than just that. 5. He always finds a way to touch you: It can be as simple as a playful […]
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Thinking of skipping out on prom because you’re dateless? Girl, bye. Going to prom solo doesn’t mean you’re pathetic — it means your smart enough not to sacrifice fun for tradition, and fabulous enough to have a good time on your own. And just in case you need more convincing, here are 11 more reasons: […]
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You may write me down in history With your bitter, twisted lies, You may trod me in the very dirt But still, like dust, I’ll rise. — Maya Angelou Just in case you hadn’t heard… Social media outlets exploded last month when the satirical website, The Onion, called Oscar nominee Quvenzhané Wallis the “C” word. […]
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Set off your total prom style with digits that compliment — rather than ones that are matchy-matchy — your look with one of these show-stopping nail trends. Ombre Nails Cop this look: Paint your nails with your choice of base color. When the base is completely dry, grab a makeup sponge and dab the edges […]
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Beat the ash and get gorgeous skin all year long with these easy tips: 6. Fall in Love with Water But not why you think. We’re not talking about forcing down eight or nine glasses; in fact, dermatologists don’t believe drinking excess water will actually affect your skin in any way. Splashing water on your […]
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