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04/29/2008
Oversexed, Yet Uninformed

Sex is everywhere you look, so why do we still need books on it? Here, Dr. Hilda Hutcherson discusses her book, Pleasure, and why women still know so little about good sex

04/22/2008
On the Verge: Politics as Unusual

For Jill Nelson, living through the transformation of our national political process is both exhilarating and frightening--and she wouldn't have it any other way

04/15/2008
Sticking Together vs. Blending in at Work

Can informally networking with other Black women boost or hurt your chances of job success?

04/08/2008
Are Your People Making You Fat?

Yes, according to research, the folks you hang with can make you heavy--but they can also help you drop the pounds.

04/01/2008
5 Video Clips Worth Forwarding

It may be "raining McCain" right now, but you'd be surprised at what is truly worth getting into on YouTube. We share our favorite clips of Black women making history.

03/25/2008
Feeling Stressed Out, Lately?

Stress affects everyone, but there's a reason why Black women might take it harder than others

03/18/2008
On the Verge: Imprisoned Lives

With African-American men the most likely people on the planet to be incarcerated, Jill Nelson looks at the catastrophic effects of federal drug policy on the lives of Black men and women

03/11/2008
The Reality Behind a Fashion Trend

Rihanna, Iman, the Simmons sisters--lately it seems that lots of sisters are turning their passion for fashion accessories into a business. Thinking of joining them? Here's what you should know

03/04/2008
A Not-So-Sweet Syrup

Is your child abusing cough syrup? What every parent needs to know about a dangerous recreational drug that's glorified in some hip-hop music

02/26/2008
Is Spanking Your Child Ever OK?

Most of us weren't spared the rod if we acted up when we were kids. These days, however, opinions vary on how to discipline an unruly child.


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