Meet The Nigerian Designer Behind Hertunba Ushering In A Cultural Renaissance – Essence
Courtesy of Florentina Agu Nigerian designer Florentina Agu is instinctively curious. But she just doesn’t want to find answers to things, she wants the story behind them and their cultural…
Yes, You Can Get Botox For Your Edges—Here’s What To Know – Essence
PeopleImages / Getty Images Let’s be real. At times, having your edges laid is as important as the style itself. Whether you’re rocking box braids, a slick high ponytail, or…
Andrew Lester Dies Before Sentencing For Shooting Black Teen Ralph Yarl Who Rang Wrong Doorbell – Essence
KMBC AP Pool Andrew Lester, the 86-year-old Kansas City man who shot Black honor student Ralph Yarl after the teen mistakenly rang his doorbell, has died before his scheduled sentencing…
A’ja Wilson Confirms She’s Dating NBA Star Bam Adebayo
Getty NBA player Bam Adebayo and WNBA star A’ja Wilson’s relationship was a best-kept secret but not anymore. Wilson recently hard-launched their romance during an interview. When asked about her…
Chef Kelli Ferrell Brings The Heat To Season 16 Of ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ – Essence
(Photo by: Bravo Media) Chef Kelli Ferrell is taking the adage, “if you can’t stand the heat, get out the kitchen,” to a whole new level as she joins The…
The Future Of Sports Media Has Arrived—And It’s Athlete-Owned – Essence
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JULY 09: (L-R) PlayersTV co-founder Collin Castellaw, former professional basketball player and Creative 7 founder and CEO Carmelo Anthony and PlayersTV co- founder Deron Guidrey attend…
Department Of Education Gives Schools Two Weeks To Cut DEI Programs Or Risk Losing Federal Funding – Essence
Coral Glades High School. | Location: TAMARAC, Florida, USA. The Trump administration has given schools and universities across the country just two weeks to eliminate diversity initiatives or risk losing…
Meet Aaliyah Edwards: The History-Making Rookie Who’s Redefining Success In The WNBA – Essence
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 15: Aaliyah Edwards arrives prior to the 2024 WNBA Draft at Brooklyn Academy of Music on April 15, 2024 in New York City. (Photo…
The Top Hair Perfumes To Try In 2025 – Essence
FreshSplash / Getty Images As we all know, hair is one of our favorite accessories. If you’re looking for new ways in 2025 to bring a whole new level of…
Jalen Hurts’ Mom Supports Her Son With Philadelphia Eagles Gear And Victory Dance
Getty Jalen Hurts has a solid support system, which is often essential when you reach that level of success. One of the pillars of his support system is his mother,…