Comedy is, unfortunately, still pretty dominated by men, who may or may not be funny. However, if you know where to look, there are plenty of people performing out there who defy the “t-shirt and jeans” dude you expect behind the microphone. Some of the funniest of those people are the black women who have carved a niche out for themselves in comedy clubs, bars and basements all over the country. Most of the women on this list tend to perform in New York where comedy is king, but we’ve included links to their clips online so if you like what you see here, make sure you look them up!

Cheating, for the innocent person, is a difficult pill to swallow. Its bitter aftertaste has resulted in the death of countless relationships. Are you suffering from the effects of an infidelity in your relationship?

You love your partner; separating is not in the cards. However, the betrayal cuts deeper than a two-edged sword – whether you are the innocent person or the wrongdoer. How can you move past the deed, save your relationship, and regain the intimate trust you once enjoyed?

This article provides the help you need to decide if your relationship has hit the bucket or whether it can be saved and reworked to a healthy state.

While your own locks are perfect as they are, sometimes it can be fun – not to mention easier – to change things up with a wig. This is especially true if your natural hair needs a rest from straightening or braiding, or you’re bored of short hair.

If you’re new to wigging, or just want a quick way to find a selection of wigs for black women you hadn’t considered trying before, look no further than this handy list we’ve compiled! From pixie cuts to long curls, we’ve put together a bunch of different styles for you to check out below.

Dreaming about long stretches of beautiful white sand beaches, palm trees and gentle breezes? Who isn’t! But if you’re actually looking to take a trip with your family this summer, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled a list of the best deals on the web to make choosing where to spend a vacation in the Caribbean easy.

Using popular tourist destinations Jamaica and Barbados, we compared prices using the following details:

• Traveling for 7-days.
• The trip will be all-inclusive.
• It will be a family of 4 going, that’s 2 adults and 2 kids under 10 years of age.

We all want to look our best, don’t we? And some days, makeup might be part of that package that helps us feel confident and stylish.

Makeup shopping is supposed to be fun. But as a black woman, it can be difficult to know which brands are going to cater to you. Walking in store after store, not finding anything that matches your skin tone, can be demoralizing.

But don’t worry. We’ve got your back.

We’ve looked around so you don’t have to, and now we can present you with our top 6 makeup brands for black skin.

Do you sometimes want to turn your gorgeous curls into a sleek dark curtain? It’s fun to switch up styles sometimes, right? Well, you might have been struggling with flat irons for a while. No fear. Let us introduce you to the straightening brushes for sleek, soft, straight hair.

Note: this is not a permanent straightening solution. It’s for women who love their natural hair, but just want something different once in a while.

You love your natural hair, but you’re thinking about straightening it for a little while. There’s nothing wrong with that – as long as you do it safely! Without proper technique and heat protection, you could damage your hair beyond repair.

Where do you begin?

First, you’re going to need the perfect flat iron.

Now, what are the best flat irons for natural hair? We’ve sorted through hundreds to bring you the top 5.

We love African American romance novels! Sometimes there’s nothing better than reading a good book to break down boredom. But don’t you hate it when you pick one up and it’s not that great? Well, we’re here to help!

In no particular order, here are 6 African American romance books you definitely must read.

Derived from Carter G. Woodson’s ‘Negro History Week’, Black History Month is a time of celebration, reflection and utmost appreciation. It’s a time when we can look back on the struggles and hardships faced by our ancestors and humble ourselves when we compare that to the lives we’re able to lead today.

As well as this it gives us an opportunity to share our feelings, culture, food, music… our everything, with people from other races. Popular activities include educating children about prominent black figures in history, taking Martin Luther King Jr. as an example, celebrating the lives and achievements of activists like Malcolm X, festivals, galleries, museum open days and spreading the message to those around us.

*All scriptural references are made from the New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures unless otherwise stated.

The capable woman, though briefly mentioned in Proverbs chapter 31, is a modern marvel and model for married and single women to emulate.

Her endearing qualities echo throughout the modern world and continue to influence women who have a reverential fear of God. Some modern women, however, find it difficult to live up to the pattern left by the proverbial woman. The pedestal she sits on seems far-fetched.

But is it?

Becoming a Proverbs 31 woman does not have to be daunting. This composition serves to remove those doubts and fears. You’ll learn about the characteristics you need to become a Proverbs 31 woman – single or married.