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10 Things That Happy Black Women Know

There is a “happy black woman” revolution happening! We are making decisions to get everything we want out of life: beautiful bodies, strong romantic relationships, healthy family connections, meaningful friendships, money, preferred careers, and grounded spirituality. We are doing it by monitoring how we think, what we believe, and how we act. Here are ten Keep Reading ?

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It's a 'Woman's World' for Cher's Return to the Stage: VIDEO

Cher returned to the stage after a 12 year absence on last night's finale of The Voice, singing her new single "Woman's World". And Cher wouldn't be Cher, of course, without a magenta bird headdress. Watch, AFTER THE JUMP... Of...

Strong Support For Gay Marriage, Adoption In Developed Nations: Poll

A new poll released today from Ipsos on behalf of Reuters shows a majority support for marriage equality in developed nations: "73% of those in 16 countries support some form of legal recognition of same-sex couples – 52% support full...

HIV Awareness Billboard Accused Of Presenting Gay Black Men As “Acceptable”

A billboard designed to raise HIV/AIDS awareness in Dallas, Texas has come under scrutiny for featuring a black couple. The billboard is part of the Dallas Is Greater Than AIDS campaign but according to Councilwoman Vonceil Jones-Hill, it’s promoting homosexuality among black men. In an email to Dallas’ Fox 4,  Jones-Hill wrote that the billboard [...]

Of cyclists, black cabs, baseball bats and morbid obesity

Early yesterday evening, on Wimpole Street, London W1, one of our number of five cyclists was threatened by a baseball bat-wielding black cab driver who objected to us taking the lane around a busy junction on a narrow road during the evening rush hour. The incident was immediately phoned through to the police, who met [...]

5 Reasons I’ve Been Celibate For the Last 8 Years

by Michelle G Cameron As a divorced mother of one son, it was a challenge becoming single again. I was making the decision to live a celibate life after experiencing sex for the first time during my marriage. Although it was difficult when I first started out (and it still is), here are 5 reasons why Keep Reading ?

VIDEO: Short Film Steps Inside a Marriage Going Through Storms

Is your spouse aware of the expectations you have in your marriage?  Have those expectations gone unmet, and led to disappointment?  Over time has this led you to resent your spouse? The Marriage Pressure Points Ministry, has created another powerful short film titled, Storms.  The film allows you to step in the middle of a marriage Keep Reading ?

Quote Of The Day - Bobby Jindal

"At some point, the American public is going to revolt against the nanny state and the leftward march of this president. I don’t know when the tipping point will come, but I believe it will come soon. Why? Because the left wants: The...Show More Summary

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Shoe Porn: Swims Loafers

A familiar style but made in water-resistant rubber

Artist Transforms Nature With Unexpected Everyday Objects [Pics]

Turkish artist creates 3D pieces that explore the new potential in mundane items.

There Are Too Many People Lighting Too Many Fuses

Shot of the Day: Kim Stolz and Lexi Ritsch's Hamptons' Wedding

Former America’s Next Top Model contestant turned MTV reporter, turned vp on the equity derivatives sales desk at Citigroup turned entrepreneur of Soho’s The Dalloway, Kim Stolz, married her girlfriend and business partner Alexi "Lexi" Ritsch this past weekend. The couple was married at Stolz’s parents home in Bridgehampton, NY on June 15. read more

Are fungus-farming ants the key to better biofuel?

Secrets from the leafcutter ant's underground fungus fields could help create a more efficient ethanol.

Volcano Erupts Near Mexico City

Whoa. Note: There's no audio on this clip.

Gary Webb's Glorious Comeback

We work on climate change every day

The secretary of state says the Obama administration is pushing ahead on climate solutions with China and the rest of the world -- and he wants your ideas for new initiatives.

The Dorsey Style Scale? Presents: Mark Zuckerberg's Sloppy Suit

When it comes to style, Mark Zuckerberg could learn a lot from his Silicon Valley competitor

Things In Politico That Make Me Want To Guzzle Antifreeze, Part The Infinity

The Two Presiding Geniuses of Politico's interview with the New Republic would "win the morning" if it appeared in their own little fanzine.