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6 Tropical Destinations for an Unforgettable Girlfriends Getaway
Beautiful beaches, cuisine, festivals, shopping, Afro-Caribbean culture and music are even better when enjoyed with friends. Plus: 4 sunny U.S. locales you can enjoy without a passport.

By Tracy E. Hopkins
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Don’t Let Your Doctor Dismiss You as a Number on the Scale
By Pamela M. McBride
, August 5, 2022
Women are fed up with being fat-shamed by physicians who ignore their symptoms. Bias could be deadly. Hear from patients who fought back, got respect and got healthy.
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8 Quick and Mighty Beauty Fixes
By Princess Gabbara
, August 5, 2022
Oh, those little style speed bumps that can put the brakes on our grooming routines when we need to be prompt and polished. These tips will have you out the door in no time.
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Wait. What Did I Come Into This Room for Again?
By Ziba Kashef
, August 5, 2022
You’re not alone if you can’t retrieve familiar words or your phone, glasses or keys. The good news: You’ve got the power to sharpen your memory with simple habits.
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Hankering for Chicken and Waffles? Check Out These Brunch Spots Near You.
By Donna Torrence
, August 5, 2022
Crunchy, salty, sweet, savory. This delicious duo satisfies day and night. Don’t forget the mimosa!
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How I Gave Myself Permission to Reclaim My Passion
Reading stories fed me. So why couldn’t I get back to this habit that I loved and that had saved my life, time and time again?
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5 Pro Tips to Help You Get a Good-Paying Job After 45
By Alaya Linton
, April 9, 2021
Plus: Check out top companies committed to hiring older workers
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Eyes on You: Accessorize With Eye-Catching Frames
By Gerrie Summers
, April 8, 2022
Want to step up your look? From retro to classic frames, an eyewear update will have folks saying, ‘We see you, Sis!’
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The No-Workout Exercise Plan
By Benita H. Perkins
, May 8, 2020
These trainer-approved random acts of fitness are 15 easy and fun ways to keep you strong, sane and shapely while at home.
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40 Simple Pleasures Every Queen Over 40 Will Appreciate
What rituals of fulfillment, grace and self-care will you enjoy today? Sisters share how they treat themselves well.




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What to Read Now
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Know Your Woke Classics
By Kenrya Rankin
, December 20, 2018
The 10 books every Black woman should read to fully understand our magnificence.
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A Mind-Body Pro Shares How to Relax and Breathe
By Gerrie Summers
, February 11, 2021
Stress relief is a few deep breaths away via these calming techniques. A regular practice can help manage mental focus, energy, anxiety and depression.
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Beautiful Natural-Textured Wigs From Black-Owned Companies
By Alaya Linton
, December 18, 2020
An afro, a blowout and a 4b twist out … these styles celebrate our strands. Whether you can spend $60 or $600, we’ve found a crown fit for the queen you are.
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Can You Enjoy Mind-Blowing Sex As Menopause Approaches? Yes! Yes! Yes!
By Javacia Harris Bowser
, November 13, 2020
Hormone shifts can mean you’re irritated during intimacy, your desire dwindles or you pee when … uh oh! Top docs offer simple helps and hacks to get your mojo back.
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Why I’ve Become a Different Parent as I’ve Gotten Older
By Jonita Davis
, May 8, 2020
It sometimes causes conflict among my older and younger kids, but I’ve worked to balance the change.
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The Beauty of Having “Grandma Hands”
By Stacey Parshall Jensen
, May 17, 2019
My aging skin tells a story that makes me proud.
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Try This Before Dinner — It May Help You Reach or Maintain Your Happy Weight
By Javacia Harris Bowser
, August 27, 2021
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Turn the Page on Money Problems
By Tamara E. Holmes
, June 7, 2019
If you’re dealing with poor credit, arguing with your partner, living paycheck to paycheck or struggling to save, these books can help.​
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Should You Detox Your Diet — or Your Relationship With Food?
By Javacia Harris Bowser
, October 1, 2021
There’s no need to divorce donuts or break up with bread, says a top dietician nutritionist who loves butter — and eats a little bacon now and then.
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