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Beyoncé Shares Psoriasis Journey And Haircare Line Inspiration In Interview

Beyoncé opens up about psoriasis journey and unveils Cécred haircare line inspired by family traditions.

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Beyoncé Opens Up About How This Notable Change in Her Appearance Signified a Major Act of Rebellion

“It was the first step to many more audacious decisions I made in my life and my career that have led to who I am now.”

Marie Claire

Oprah Winfrey reveals small paycheck she received for Oscar-nominated performance in The Color Purple

Media mogul said the money ‘changed everything and taught me so much’

The Independent UK

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Ms Lauryn Hill announces 25th anniversary tour for The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill

North American tour dates will be co-headlined by the Fugees

The Independent UK

Anti-affirmative action group sues a Black venture fund

"Everyone's been waiting for the other shoe to drop." Now, it has.

Fortune

Max Rolls Out Curated OWN Hub

Max subscribers can now find popular OWN series like ‘Love & Marriage,’ ‘Ready to Love,’ ‘Put A Ring On It’ and ‘Belle Collective’ along with library content on a new OWN hub

Multichannel News

Makeup fans 'astounded' by £5 mascara on Amazon with 18,000 five-star reviews

"Guys, don't walk, run to Amazon, or wherever, and buy Essence mascara"

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I compared Amazon's £4 mascara with over 200,000 five-star reviews to £30 Benefit, MAC and TooFaced

"I have told everyone I know about this. I don’t wear much makeup, and have no idea how to put on fake lashes, but there is no need with this mascara. Try it, I promise it’s the only mascara you’ll ever need."

Manchester Evening News

Jill Scott's remixed national anthem goes viral after performance at Essence Festival

Fans often ask R&B singer and actor Jill Scott why she doesn't sing "The Star-Spangled Banner" at sporting events.

Los Angeles Times

Spotify used branding of US Black cultural festival without permission, lawsuit says

Essence Festival of Culture, held annually in New Orleans, sues corporation, citing its ‘intentional exploitation of Black culture’

The Guardian - US

Jermaine Dupri commemorates 50 years of hip-hop at Essence Festival of Culture

Known as a rapper, super producer and music mogul, Jermaine Dupri is astonished that 30 years have passed since he founded his label, So So Def

The Independent UK

Essence Festival of Culture 2023 kicks off in New Orleans

The 29th annual Essence Festival of Culture is revving up in New Orleans

The Independent UK

Hulu Sets ‘Essence Fest Primetime’ Event

Missy Elliot, Megan Thee Stallion, Lauryn Hill scheduled to perform at 3-night music festival beginning June 30

Multichannel News

Budget Essence Stay All Day Concealer flies off Wilko shelves after going viral

Beauty influencers have been raving about the bargain buy - thanks to its 14 hour, transfer and waterproof qualities!

Daily Mirror

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Woman & Home

Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect review: we put the viral $5 mascara on trial

Our shopping writer's Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect review – does it actually volumize and lengthen like falsies?

The Independent UK

Lauryn Hill, Megan Thee Stallion headline 2023 Essence Fest

This summer's Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans will commemorate the 50th anniversary of hip hop with performances by Lauryn Hill, Megan Thee Stallion and Jermaine Dupri

Bangkok Post

Guru's Weekly Buzz for Oct 21 to 27

Our pick of the most exciting products, activities, art exhibitions, shows, food and hotel deals.

The Independent UK

Essence Fest is back in New Orleans after two-year hiatus

Black culture, in all its glory, will be on display over the 4th of July holiday weekend in New Orleans as thousands converge for the in-person return of the Essence Festival of Culture

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'1619 Project' journalist lays bare why Black Americans 'live sicker and die quicker'

Linda Villarosa says bias in the health care system and the "weathering" affect of living in a racist society are taking a serious toll on African Americans. Her new book is Under the Skin.

Daily Mirror

The £1 dupe for Charlotte Tilbury’s Pillow Talk lip liner with rave reviews is back in stock

The £1 beauty bargain is back in stock after selling out last year

Los Angeles Times

Aunjanue Ellis, Nia Long and more honored at the Essence’s pre-Oscars luncheon

LOS ANGELES — Oscar nominee Aunjanue Ellis was the first to be honored Thursday at Essence’s annual Black Women in Hollywood awards and luncheon.

The Independent UK

Janet Jackson, Nicki Minaj, Kevin Hart on tap for Essence

Janet Jackson, Kevin Hart and Nicki Minaj are among the headliners announced for this summer’s Essence Festival of Culture

Manchester Evening News

I pitted a £3.30 mascara against Benefit Roller Lash - and I'd rather buy seven of the bargain beauty buy

Essence Lash Princess mascara is available at Wilko for a snip of the price of the Benefit beauty product

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