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Culture & Style
Wear Luxe Human Hair Wigs for a Fraction of their Cost
You can rent an outfit, a wardrobe, even jewelry. Would you rent a lace front? Wig rentals are on the rise. Here’s what to know.
By Jenyne M. Raines
, September 25, 2024
5 Min Read
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Work & Money
Side Hustle Muscle: I’ve Stayed Paid by Doing 4 Things
I couldn’t let growing a new business shrink my family’s income. Here’s how I’ve maintained 6-figure stability from day one—even after leaving my day job.  
By Shanna B. Tiayon
, September 18, 2024
4 Min Read
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Beauty & Fashion
When Your New Stylist is a Barber
Salons can transform clients through glamorous highlights, cuts and extensions. For short, chemical-free styles, you could zip into a barbershop for a clip.
By Princess Gabbara
, August 28, 2024
2 Min Read
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Culture & Style
Nurture Your Nature at These Black-Owned Vacation Retreats
Fancy “glamping” with your girls, exploring the wild via an ATV or RV family adventure, bunking in a boathouse or visiting beaches in Africa or Mexico?
By LaKisha Cargill
, July 25, 2024
5 Min Read
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Work & Money
The 5- to 6-Figure Side Hustle That’s Perfect for Pretirement
If you’ve built a legacy of leadership in your corporate or nonprofit career, board membership may be right for you.
By Tamara E. Holmes
, May 23, 2024
6 Min Read
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Health
Black-Owned Juice Bars and Health Food Spots Near You
Looking to relax, refresh, quench your thirst and connect within the community? Try a healthy hangout like these cafes across the country. 
By Donna Torrence
, May 9, 2024
5 Min Read
Culture & Style
Hot Tea! Black-Owned Cafés Near You
Drinking tea is a celebratory and healthful tradition steeped in diasporic roots. Relax and enjoy a cup at one of these tea shops in some of our favorite cities.
By Tracy E. Hopkins
, October 6, 2023
6 Min Read
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Culture & Style
Black Celebrity-Owned Restaurants to Check Out This Summer
Whether grabbing grub to go or celebrating a special occasion, if you like your plate served with a side of people-watching, these eateries might be the ticket.
By Donna Torrence
, June 20, 2023
5 Min Read
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Culture & Style
5 Black-Owned Dress Labels
Looking for an LBD or a one-of-a-kind outfit for your next event? Try these Black-owned brands.
By Alaya Linton
, June 16, 2023
2 Min Read
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