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Black History, Ya' Heard?

Please Pass the Mic…

… far, far away from Weezy. And drop some #BlackHistory knowledge on him, too, while you’re at it. In case y’all hadn’t heard, the interwebs is abuzz with Lil’ Wayne’s totally disrespectful reference to Emmett Till (pictured above) in his remix of “Karate Chop,” where he actually raps, “Beat that p—- up like Emmett Till.” […]

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Black History

6 Black Girls Your History Books Forgot

A few paragraphs about greats like  Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, and Coretta Scott King don’t even begin to scratch the surface of black women’s contributions to our country. Read on to discover 6 other African-American women who are often overlooked, and let their examples inspire you! Bessie Coleman “Queen Bess” became the first Black woman […]

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Holidays, Love etc.

8 V-Day Date Ideas You’ll Love!

Your boo thang knows you love flowers, candy, and singing cards — but when it comes to finding a sweet gift he will enjoy, leave that stuff behind and plan a romantic date, instead. Here’s how: 8.  Make a To-Do List A few weeks before the big day, have your date make a list of […]

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Black History

How 4 College Kids Helped Spark a Movement

February 1, 1960 (Greensboro, NC): Four NC A&T students sat down at a Woolworth’s counter and ordered — but were refused service. Instead of leaving when told to, they sat in protest. In the following days and weeks, others joined. Besides the Greensboro Four, who are your favorite young activists (of any time period — even […]

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College Life

5 Smart Ways to Choose the Best College for You

After  a solid 12 years of hard studying , you’re probably ready to pack up and head off to the best four years of your life. But before you do, check out these quick tips to make sure you choose the college or university that fits your goals and needs. Keep Your Budget In Mind […]

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Health

I’m 16. And I’m Pregnant. What’s Next?

Despite also  showing the not-so-glamorous side of teen pregnancy on shows like 16 and Pregnant and Teen Mom, thousands of girls like you under the age of 20 still become pregnant every year. And while so much of the conversation surrounding teen pregnancy is about how girls get into the situation, the teens themselves are usually consumed […]

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Love etc.

Find Love: 5 Dating Resolutions for the New Year

You may not have begun the year with a midnight smooch, but that doesn’t mean the next 12 months – or even the next 30 days – won’t bring true love into your life. Whether you’re looking for a new boo, or you just want to repair the relationship you’re already in, put these resolutions […]

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Holidays

5 Ways to Do Your Last-Minute Holiday Shopping for Less

After droppin’ serious cash on holiday outfits and trips to the salon for the perfect Christmas style, there’s still a few more things left to do for you procrastinators — buy gifts for family and friends. What’s a girl with a small amount of time  — and an even smaller budget — to do? Take […]

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