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All too often, the love, support, protection, and guidance that only a father can give isn’t recognized enough. Today, and every day let’s uplift every dad, stepdad, grandad, godfather, uncle daddy, heavenly fathers and any man who stands up to call of fatherhood. Happy Father’s Day fellas! It’s not easy …

Happy Father’s Day! If you are a last-minute person and still haven’t gotten dad anything, we’ve got you covered with some last-minute ideas that don’t require any shipping. Because let’s be honest, the window for shipping has closed, and shopping might be limited in the age of COVID-19. Don’t worry, …

Mother’s Day was a little over a month ago, and we celebrated hard-working mothers that continuously make sacrifices for their family to ensure that they have the best life. Now, it’s time to recognize those fathers that take care of their responsibilities without hesitation. Contrary to what some women may …

The American police force has a dark and complicated history that is rooted in racism and militant ideology. Across the country, calls for reform, defunding, and the demilitarization of the police continue to grow.  In this social climate of civil unrest, change is imminent. It would be wise for the powers …

Written by @pistolwhippedya As we get older, we soon realize the strenuous role of motherhood and the many hats it requires. It doesn’t take long before we recognize one day out of the year just isn’t enough to celebrate and show our mothers what they mean to us. There aren’t …

Blogged by _cierra.jones Mother’s Day is a special 24-hour period that allows individuals to celebrate the women in their life that have played a pivotal role since birth, the mother. Here is a list of the top 5 songs that will be forever special on Mother’s Day.  At number 5 …

By definition, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May and is traditionally when children honor their mothers. For those whose mothers are no longer here, it can be a painful reminder of her absence. It can be difficult and triggering to see others expressing their love and …

It’s Mother’s Day! This is the day we celebrate and spoil the women responsible for raising us and bringing us into this world. Mothers are literally the center of a being’s life. They are our first connection to life beyond the womb, our primary source of nutrition, and the first …

It’s officially 4/20, and what better way to celebrate than with smoking songs? Each year, stoners, marijuana lovers, and cannabis advocates look forward to April 20th, what’s best known as the weed holiday. In cannabis culture, the term 4/20 is slang for “time to smoke,” which means 4:20 pm is …

Many of us have been following the rules by staying at home and keeping our distance from others, while others having been going against the grain. As we had into week two of social distancing, the NYC Department of Health wants to share safe sex tips while social distancing yourself …

There are some things that shouldn’t have to be said because it’s common sense. But with the news we have been seeing lately, common sense isn’t so common. How many times have we turned on the television or logged on to social media to see that another child has lost …

Deadbeat fathers have always been the topic of conversation when it comes to raising children and being able to provide for them alone. Although we know they exist, why doesn’t anyone talk about toxic mothers and the effects that it has on their children that eventually carries over to adulthood. …

Many of us began putting up our Christmas Trees around Thanksgiving and  take them down right after the New Year. Well, now there’s no rush to take down your trees. You can now keep your tree up til Valentine’s Day. Although this idea may not be a new trend but …

Blogged By @dawnnnyy_ Not only have we officially entered a new year, but it’s also an entire NEW DECADE! Another 10 years of shocking and exciting news, comeback careers, and more. Here’s a list of what to expect in 2020: 7. A Rihanna album. When Rihanna said she would be …

Holiday season can be extremely difficult for people for several different reasons but did you know it can take a toll on your physical health as well as mental? “Holiday heart syndrome” was a term created in 1978 to explain the dramatic influx of patients in emergency rooms during the …

It’s that time of year again, the time when many of us buckle down to complete the rest of our Christmas shopping although we said last year, that we’d do better this year. Don’t worry, you’re not alone, some of us also couldn’t fathom standing in Black Friday lines to …

If you haven’t signed up for a monthly subscription box yet, what are you waiting for? There’s a box curated for any and everyone with themes ranging from beauty, health, and wellness to books, art and even food. This holiday season, give yourself the gift of supporting black-owned businesses and …

Black Friday shopping is a storied American tradition but it’s also somewhat of a sport. Many families hit their favorite shopping centers in droves late Thanksgiving night into the early “Black Friday” morning to find the best deals and kick off the busy holiday shopping season. The objective of any …

Many of us spent Thanksgiving stuffing our faces, watching football, or trying to dodge that aunt that wants to know when we are going to find a man to put a bun in the oven. Now that all of that is out of the way, how will you spend your …

As #BlackFriday approaches, there are a few things consumers should keep in mind before heading out to the stores. Ever since its origin, it’s been believed that Black Friday has the best deals that customers will likely find by Christmas.  However, Business Columnist from the Los Angeles Times, David Lazarus …