The world was introduced to Chelsea Settles last year when MTV premiered a show about a woman fresh out of college, embarking on a weight loss journey. From the start of the series, it was obvious that what was intended to be a weight loss show turned into a series …
I am a self-professed Christian, but I am not the usual Bible thumper. Though I give all praise to the Creator for the blessings He has bestowed on me, I don’t quote scripture as an answer to all of life’s woes and I don’t attend church three times a week. …
1. Be true to who you are. Never think that you have to change yourself to be accepted by anyone. The misfits are always special.
2. Contrary to what you may think, your mother will always love you. Even when you wear her favorite make-up or set the frying pans on …
Summer may mean a lot of things—swimwear, bright colors, a break from classes. But this summer has one huge meaning: awesome tours. It is almost certain that no matter where you are in the nation, you can catch a good show. Here are a few places you …
By Shanette D. Buford-Brazzell
In today’s society all women deal with trying to look great as far as their physical appearance. The media is one of the biggest influences when it comes to stereotypes and the portrayal of certain behaviors. W hen it comes to African-American women, self-image is one …
Each year Ebony Magazine features ten collegiate women who represent their historically black collegiate campuses as beauty queens. This year, Ebony will feature the top ten women, chosen by you, to grace the pages of their September 2012 issue! Voting ends on May 31st. Show some love for your fellow …
It looks like Beyonce is up for a court case. The mega pop star and new mother was hit with a $100 million lawsuit today when Manhattan judge Justice Charles Ramos gave the video developers the go-ahead to sue her.
The judge gave the ruling after he found out that Beyonce’s …
When problems arise on the U.S. front, we often turn to our government leaders and members of Congress for answers. The debate over marriage equality has been long and hard and meaningful. It’s true. Everyone should be able to enjoy the special union that is marriage, regardless of one’s sexual orientation. However, …
Imagine being forced to marry a 30 year-old man at the age of 13. You’ve lived little of your actual childhood and have yet to realize or have any true sexual experiences. Now imagine that your husband is a member of the Afghan Army and he consistently rapes you. And …
10 Things You Should Never Say (or Do) When You’re Drunk And You’re Dealing With Love
1. “I love older guys!” Don’t tell an older guy that you love mature men. You know sure as hell that you won’t be picking up his calls come Monday. And the …
