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I was at the Schomburg and we signed the declaration of the 10th element of hip-hop right after Phife Dawg died all these other artists are dying from food-... Read More...
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In so many ways, Ms. Abiola Abrams is the big sister or cool cousin many of us wish we had. When it comes to dropping jewels that inspire, look no further than ... Read More...
On my twelfth birthday, my mother took me to an amusement park in Northeastern Pennsylvania. I spent the day on questionably built spinning rides and even took ... Read More...
Well before outrage over Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein gave rise to the #MeToo movement in October 2017, feminists throughout Latin America had been using so... Read More...
Would it surprise you to know that the top 20 search terms that lead people to Griots Republic and the top trending articles all have to do with sex? It never s... Read More...
Ever since the photo of the mothers of the CMM taken in Railroad Park went viral, the response has been pleasant and not so pleasant, including so many racist... Read More...
So we book that bucket list trip with a great flight deal, find the nicest hotel, go shopping for Instagram worthy bathing suits and outfits, and plan a bucket ... Read More...
Was I ready to go on vacation? Let's see. Airline tickets purchased? Check. Bags packed with all necessary toiletries? Check. Travel documents located and secur... Read More...
I am a family doctor, by day, and women’s health and gynecology are loves of mine. Among other things, I treat yeast, bacterial vaginitis and other itches, irri... Read More...
I am currently detoxing from travel. It’s not entirely intentional; although my finances are in shambles. My most recent adventures have forced me to confront p... Read More...
Black Breastfeeding Week marks its 5th year of inception this month. Three sistas, Kimberly Aller Seals, Kiddada Green and Anayah Sangodele-Ayoka created a move... Read More...
Sometimes I wish I worked amidst the bustle of Nairobi. I imagine weekends hearing Maxi Priest perform in Kampala or exploring the beaches of Abidjan. However, ... Read More...
