Last week, the Twitter and Internets were abuzz with the announcement that several Twitter smartphone applications were terminated due to violations in their terms of service.
4th Annual ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon (Photos)
The women of Black Hollywood turned out yesterday for Essence magazine’s 4th annual Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon in Beverly Hills, where black actresses Loretta Divine, Jennifer Hudson, Angela Bassett, and Viola Davis were honored for their cinematic achievements.
The Real Housewives of Miami: Snore, Bore, or Adore?
After watching part 2 of RHOA’s Reunion show and Bravo’s Watch What Happens Next Live this past Sunday, viewers were treated with a special treat—a sneak peak at the first episode of the Real Housewives of Miami.
This Week’s Happy Things: Makeup
During the last week or so, I have fallen in love with a few beauty items that have really made me happy in terms of beauty. Now that I am an avid makeup and beauty purchaser, I have been recommended…
Bettie Page Clothing: Real Vintage Style for Real Curves
Bettie Page Clothing, located in the Mile Shops on the Las Vegas Strip, features fashions and styles from the pin-up era of the 50’s complete with high waisted and pencil skirts, peasant blouses, sailor dresses, and cigarette and capri pants.
Dealing with Mommy Guilt When Traveling
And as many times as I have traveled, I have never felt guilty about it until now. It could be that I have been on three business trips since the beginning of the year and we are only in February. Or it could be that missing being here on my daughter’s actual birthday was enough to bring everything into perspective.
Video Update: Las Vegas for Curvy Revolution 2011
I recorded this video at an ungodly time of night last night and now I am on a plane en route back to St. Louis. Catch up on my adventures since I have been in Sin City, as well as some footage of the Curvy Revolution Expo at Planet Hollywood.
Goodbye Borders?
For months, I have been hearing pundits speculate about the financial health of Borders bookstores. The large book retailer has been dealt a severe blow of a weak economy while trying to stay ahead of its counterparts.
The Seven Year Baby Itch
It comes in spurts—I will be watching television and see a precious baby which makes me ooh and aww. Or I will sit and remember how my son used to scoot on the floor before he started walking or how my daughter couldn’t go anywhere without people fawning over her in her stroller.
When it Comes to the Gender Pay Gap, Women Don’t Ask for Raises
Even though I have left my cubicle behind to work from home, I consult with businesses regarding HR issues, and I have been constantly aware that there is still a huge disparity when it comes to what men make in the workplace versus what women make.
The Cube Style Icon: Jayne Kennedy
In the 70’s, Jayne was crowned Miss Ohio USA and was the first woman of color to have that honor. She also was the first woman to break through the mostly male sports world by landing an announcing gig on NFL Today—that was a major feat for a woman in those days, nevertheless, a Black woman.
Must-See TV: Discovery ID’s ‘Injustice Files’
Filmmaker Keith Beauchamp is a man on a mission to help families close a chapter in their lives as he works with the FBI’s Civil Rights Unit to dig up information and sources that can lead to information to find suspects.