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Shine a Light on the Holidays with These Things to Do & Philly Places to Go For Family Fun!

Nov 10, 2021 04:30PM

From public parks to zoos, here are some upcoming free or low-cost in-person family activities to light up the winter holiday season.

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Exploring Angola’s Internationalized Music and Dance Forms on Angola Independence Day

Nov 10, 2021 09:00AM ● By Oga Africa

Happy Independence Day, Angola! On November 11th, 1975, this Southwestern African country gained independence from the Portuguese. Today we are exploring the globalized music and dance forms that the country has gifted to the world.

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5 Best African American Cinematographers

Nov 08, 2021 10:20AM ● By Anand Subramanian

Let's take a deeper look at African Americans in the film industry, particularly the few but mighty who work directly behind the camera.

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6 Black-Owned Vegan Restaurants That Are Too Delicious to Miss

Nov 04, 2021 09:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

In Black communities around the world, plant-based eating has been a part of traditions and cultures for centuries. Many Black entrepreneurs are starting their own vegan restaurants and we’ve rounded up seven of the most delicious ones.

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Trendy Halloween Makeup Tutorials for Black People

Nov 03, 2021 11:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

We’ve rounded some trendy Halloween makeup tutorials that cater to the beauty guru to those with little-to-no makeup skills, to ensure you’re one of the best dressed this Halloween.

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The Delicious Cuisine of Dominica: Dominica Independence Day

Nov 02, 2021 10:00AM ● By Oga Africa

Happy Independence Day, Dominica! On November 3rd, the Caribbean country gained independence from the British. To celebrate, we are exploring the cultural history and cuisine of the country. Let’s jump right in!

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7 Black-Owned Vegan Beauty Brands to Add to Your Skincare Routine

Nov 01, 2021 11:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

There’s a growing demand that beauty brands become more sustainable as well as cruelty-free and thankfully, there are plenty of Black-owned vegan beauty brands for you to support. We’ve rounded seven of the very best to add to your collection.

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Stories from 4 Antiguan and Barbudan Authors to Read on Antigua and Barbuda Independence Day

Oct 31, 2021 02:00PM ● By Oga Africa

Happy Independence Day, Antigua and Barbuda! On November 1st, 1981, this Caribbean country gained independence from the British. To celebrate, we are honoring stories from 4 exceptional Antiguan and Barbudan writers.

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Small Doses, Big Difference: How a young Philadelphia Artist creatively addresses mental and health wellness

Oct 30, 2021 03:00PM ● By Syreeta Martin

“A small dose of healing can lead to an ease of pain, even if just for a moment.” – Jason Stuckey

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8 Black-Owned True Crime Podcasts & YouTube Channels to Listen to this Halloween

Oct 28, 2021 10:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

We’ve rounded up some of the best Black-owned podcasts and YouTube channels that focuses on chilling true crime cases from murders to abductions to unsolved, cold cases.

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