June 19, 2013

‘Sisters in Faith’ Bible Gives Christian Women Life Guidance

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*The Sisters in Faith Holy Bible: Encouraging and Empowering African-American Women with God’s Truth is expected to address the concerns of today’s Christian women who are seeking God’s wisdom and guidance in every area of their busy and complex lives, says Elev8.com. This special Bible is now available in stores and online. This beautifully designed Bible will [...]




Are Contraceptives Causing Black Women to Gain Weight?

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*If it’s not one thing, it’s 5 others someone said. Reuters is reporting that black women were the most likely to gain weight while using a long-acting form of contraception, such as a hormone implant or intrauterine device (IUD), in a small new study. Researchers found that during a year of using progestin-based long-term contraceptives, [...]




Black Women 3 Times More Likely to Have an Abortion

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*Why are Black women over 3 times more likely to obtain an abortion than White women? Even though African Americans are only 12.6% of the population, they received 30% of the 1.2 million abortions in 2008 (latest available statistics), killing 360,000 Black babies at a rate of nearly 1,000 per day, says BCNN1.com. More than [...]




African American Women Should Become ‘Ayurveda’ Goddesses for the Health of Our Community

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*The 5000 year old, ancient art of Ayurveda in India is the natural science of balance. Indian medicine’s long history makes it one of the oldest catalogued systems of medicine in the world.  In fact, Greek and Chinese medicine are both based upon ancient Ayurvedic arts. The earliest concepts of Ayurveda are documented in the [...]




K. Michelle: ‘It’s Not Our Job to Raise Children’

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*Well one thing is for sure, you can’t really argue with K. Michelle’s rationale. She says if you’re watching other peoples’ life on TV, you’re gonna see it in all its “glory.” Commenting on the remarks she has heard and her view of the season 1 reunion “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta,” the reality show [...]




Report: 48 Percent of Black Women Infected with Genital Herpes

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*Good Lord! Talk about news you can use … The CDC claims that nearly half (48 percent) of all African American women between the ages of 14 and 49 are infected with genital herpes. Black women have the highest rate of infection and their rate is nearly twice as high as men. About 16 percent [...]




Reasons Why Black Women Are More Religious Than Other Groups

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*This may not be much news to some, but a survey was taken on a group of friends, colleagues and family members. The result was that Black women are more religious than other women in different ethnic groups. And the men are just right behind. According to the Washington Post, 74 percent of black women [...]




National Congress of Black Women Honors Community Leaders at Annual Awards Gala

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*The National Congress of Black Women, Inc., Los Angeles Chapter will host the 2012 Annual Awards Gala and Dinner on Saturday, August 25, 2012. It will be an evening of delectable dishes, entertainment, and highly esteemed honorees. This year’s fundraising event theme is “Building Bridges to Serve our Communities.” The honorees this year are U.S. Congresswoman [...]




Could Black Women be Key to Solving Soaring Suicide Rates in Military?

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*(Via theGrio) – Veterans Affairs officials have announced that studying the uniquely supportive culture of black women might provide a key to addressing the spike in suicides occurring in the armed forces. According to the Los Angeles Times, “Suicides among U.S. military members have spiked this year, with an average of one suicide a day [...]




Tia & Tamera Aren’t Trying to Fit Into the Typical Reality Series Mold

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*Being a part of the reality series world, which is typically heavy laden with drama, violence, and a totally warped presentation about black women, Tia Mowry-Hardict is actually glad her series, “Tia & Tamera,” is different than the rest. But she isn’t surprised some shows take it to that level. “I remember when we were [...]




Turning 30: Thirty Things Black Women Should Have by Then

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*A few weeks ago, a book was released titled: “30 Things Every Woman Should Have and Should Know by the Time She’s 30.” Now we all know that for both men and women the age of 30 is something that’s both special but frightening for most. Our partners at Essence decided to not only cheer [...]




Star Jones and Evelyn Lozada Now Besties?

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*In a surprising turn of events, “Basketball Wives” critic Star Jones and scrappy “Basketball Wives” star Evelyn Lozada have fast become friends. The two put their differences aside and established a respectable relationship thanks to journalist Jawn Murray. Jones tweeted, “Just goes to show you. Your initial response is not always the RIGHT RESPONSE. #GROWTHisPROGRESS [...]




Wendy Williams Keeps It Real About Her Fake Body Parts

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*TV talker Wendy Williams does not shy away from talking openly about her altered body parts and fake additions. In a recent interview, Williams talked about plastic surgery and Black women, saying that people, “(and Black women who criticize her fake assets), are just jealous and wish they could do the same. “They are jealous. [...]




Black Women Solicit Aggressive Sex from Black Men with Their Big Butts?

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*Black women, there is an article out there in the online universe that shows concern for a phenomena that directly affects you. According to the author of the article, the black woman is desensitizing her man with her big, sexy ass and causing her man to be more aggressive than normal. Okay, okay, okay! Before [...]




‘Ev and Ocho’ Boycott Getting Serious: Advertisers Being Contacted

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*Evelyn Lozada’s behavior on “Basketball Wives” could be costing her a future in reality television. After thousands of irritated women and “BBW” watchers signed a petition to block the rowdy, potty-mouth fighter and her soon-to-be husband from returning to VH1, advertisers are beginning to notice. RELATED: ‘Basketball Wives’ Producers Going After Jennifer Williams Via Lawsuit [...]