In the age of short messages, memes, and clap-backs, nothing makes a text, caption or social media post more animated than an emoji. Emoji’s have become their own language. We use them in many different ways of communication and have been very effective at expressing thought. But where did emoji’s come from? Check this out: … Continue reading
Category Archives: Culture
Brazilian Indigenous Tribes Want big Business Out!
Similar to the #NODAPL protests, the indigenous people of Brazil are coming together to protest big business. A new law in the country could threaten the lives of thousands of indigenous tribes. The law would allow the government power and access over the land owned by the tribes. https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fajplusenglish%2Fvideos%2F949421518532689%2F&show_text=0&width=560 Video Source A+J Facebook Continue reading
Artist to look out for : Jamilia Woods
So by now Solange is a staple in your playlist and you are trying to think of new ways to switch it up. Well I am here to give you the scoop for the weekend. If you haven’t already heard of Jamilia Woods here is a quick background to the future powerhouse. She is widely … Continue reading
Changing my mind and not my body
Clothes are such beautiful and amazing things. They really are. I mean you can wear them to cover up and ensure that very little is seen. In the same breathe you can choose to show a whole lot of skin depending on little you wear. For years I hid behind those very same clothes. To … Continue reading
Women you should know: The women soldiers of Dahomey
From the 18th to the early 20th century in Benin the armed forces were led by the Mino, a fierce all-female army tasked with guarding the palace, royalty and fighting for the territory of Benin, then known as Dahomey. When European colonialists and missionaries encountered these women, they swiftly gained the nickname ‘the Dahomey Amazons’. … Continue reading
Women you should know: Queen Anna Nzinga
Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba, also known as Nzinga Mbandi, Anna Nzinga, and Rainha Ginga, was born in 1583 to the king of Ndongo, a kingdom of the Mbundu people in modern-day Angola. Nzinga first appears in historical records as the envoy of her brother, Ngola Mbandi, at a peace conference with the Portuguese governor … Continue reading
VIDEO : Big Curly Hair Routine
One of our writers has some awesome tips to share for your curly hair. Take a look below and don’t forget to subscribe to her channel. Continue reading
5 RELATIONSHIP HABITS YOU SHOULD LEAVE IN THE PAST
Old habits die hard. Toxic relationship patterns die even harder. If you think back on some of your previous relationships, do you notice certain patterns? If you have ever been in a toxic relationship, you may find it difficult to establish different patterns in your new relationship. Unfortunately leaving a relationship behind does not always … Continue reading
VIDEO: My year of saying yes to everything
We just lovE Shonda Rhimes! If you are still struggling to figure out how to change your life this year why don’t you try and say “YES”. Continue reading
Fine and Frugal: How to Slay on a Budget
2017 is the year of black designers. From Laquan Smith to Cushnie et Ochs to Yeezy, we are finally starting to take our place in high-end fashion. However, as inspirational as the fashion houses are, many of us don’t quite have the disposable income yet. But that doesn’t mean we can’t express ourselves and slay … Continue reading
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