or many Black people, especially those who grew up with very religious or traditional parents, Halloween is more than just candy, spooky decorations, and costumes. Across Black and African communities, the holiday is met with skepticism and reluctance and often sparks heated debates about religion and culture.
The current beauty trend is moving away from treatments that are reactive and invasive and toward treatments that focus on the skin’s basic health to build deep, biological resilience. This new focus is on learning about and helping two important parts that are linked: the epidermal skin barrier and the skin microbiome, which is both delicate and strong.
Here’s what voters should know before the commonwealth’s general election on Nov. 4, from voter deadlines to who’s on the ballot in Philadelphia and statewide.
On 25 October 2025, the Empire Partner Foundation will host the 3rd Annual EPF Tech Awards at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. It is a flagship moment for South Africa’s innovators and a vital stage for Black tech entrepreneurs aiming for investor attention and national recognition.
In today’s interconnected world, few stories embody resilience, representation, and purposeful leadership like that of Dami Ayeko.
From art exhibits to “skull” scavenger hunts, these low-cost or free events will get your blood pumping in the chill of the season.
For Black Philadelphians, these offices directly affect policing, criminal justice reform, neighborhood investment, and accountability in city government.
For couples looking to spice up their date night and enjoy a wholesome and memorable experience, here are five Black-owned bars and restaurants perfect for a date night.
Growing up in the 90s, our neighborhood thrived on deeply rooted cultural and moral values. The rules of respect were unwritten, but every child knew to always greet those older and never to speak back to an elder. Every young adult knew to give up their seats when they saw an elder without one.
Who’s running for Philadelphia District Attorney, City Controller and local and statewide judicial posts in on November 4
