The government shutdown has left millions of Americans uncertain about their next meal as SNAP benefits hang in limbo. Food insecurity isn’t about laziness — it’s about survival, humanity, and systems stretched to their breaking point. Here’s what you can do right now to protect your neighbors and keep food on America’s tables.

The Corporatepreneur Economy breaks down the rise of women balancing full-time jobs and side ventures — not as a passion project, but as a survival strategy in a system that still undervalues their labor. This is the data, the imbalance, and the blueprint for what comes next.

When the government shuts down, it’s not the powerful who suffer. It’s the teachers, inspectors, soldiers, and parents who keep the country running. This isn’t politics—it’s people’s lives. Ardenia breaks down who’s being hit hardest, why it keeps happening, and what we can do to stop it before it happens again.

While Trump warns of “lawless blue cities,” Portland just wrapped a marathon with 12,000 runners and zero drama. A judge blocked the National Guard, restaurants are full, and the city’s biggest emergency remains the oat milk shortage. Portland isn’t burning — it’s thriving, running, and refusing to play the villain in anyone’s campaign ad.

Kamala Harris’s 107 Days isn’t a victory lap—it’s a candid account of speed-running a campaign, confronting crises, and navigating the harsher spotlight women leaders face.

Disney’s site crashed after mass cancellations. Affiliates are refusing Kimmel. Nexstar’s $6.2B merger could give them 80% market control. This isn’t just TV—it’s oligopoly in action.

Free speech is your right, but it isn’t free. In today’s hostile political climate, speaking your mind online can put a target on your back. From doxxing to harassment, the risks are real—but so are the ways you can protect yourself. Here’s what you need to know before you hit publish.

Donald Trump calls Chicago a warzone—but that narrative couldn’t be further from the truth. Chicago has been crowned the Best Big City in the U.S. and the #2 city in the world, drawing millions of visitors each year for its skyline, food, culture, and resilient people. Here’s what Trump doesn’t want you to know about America’s crown jewel of the Midwest.

Pinky Cole. Lisa Price. Fawn Weaver. Three powerhouse women, three high-stakes battles, one powerful truth: ownership is the ultimate win. This is what reclaiming your business — and your legacy — really looks like.

Rep. Nicole Collier refused to bow to intimidation in the Texas House, sleeping on the chamber floor with her blanket, mask, and bonnet. In standing against forced police escorts and partisan gerrymandering, she showed what courage and resistance look like in real time.

During Black Week, Oak Bluffs transforms into a living scrapbook of history, culture, and connection. Here’s why 2026 is the year to experience this powerful celebration for yourself.

I turned 50 — and baby, we did it BIG! From champagne toasts and drag shows to vineyard tours and Nobu dinners, my ATL birthday retreat was everything I dreamed of and more. Surrounded by 14 of my closest sistas, this weekend was full of love, laughter, luxury, and real-deal Black girl joy. Come take a peek inside a birthday celebration fit for royalty.

Black joy is global—and this summer, we’re showing up for it. Whether you're headed to a Carnival fete or a luxury food reunion, this guide breaks down 4 unforgettable events where Black culture, travel, and celebration collide.

Black Girl Summer isn’t just a vibe—it’s a wellness revolution. This guide is your permission slip to rest, glow, and pour into yourself with 5 powerful self-care rituals. From elevated facials to farmers market joy, this is how we show up for ourselves this season.

Black Americans are relocating with purpose—and rewriting what thriving looks like. From Houston to Memphis, discover five cities where Black communities are growing, building, and reclaiming space to live fully, freely, and on their own terms.

We weren’t made to grind—we were made to live. This guide is for the reformed hustlers, ex–girl bosses, and soft-life seekers ready to rest on purpose. Inside: 6 intentional, life-giving ways to use your PTO and protect your peace. Because burnout isn’t the vibe—and rest is the revolution.

From Ghana to Portugal, more Black Americans are relocating abroad to reclaim joy, safety, and cultural connection. Discover the countries leading this global movement and the women paving the way.

Juneteenth is more than a moment—it’s a movement. This guide gives you 8 joyful, purposeful ways to honor the day, from sipping Black-owned wine and shopping indie brands to subscribing to Black creators and supporting visionary entrepreneurs. Let your celebration be a reflection of Black brilliance, power, and pride—today and every day.

Target let go of two senior DEI-aligned execs. Divorce registries are helping women relaunch post-breakup. And “conscious unbossing” is redefining success at the top. In this post, Ardenia breaks down the cultural moment we’re living in—where the smartest move might not be climbing, but walking away on purpose.

Flights are fewer, fees are higher, and even Southwest is switching things up. As a frequent flyer with a progressive POV, I’m sharing what to know before your next takeoff — including a budget flight that actually delivered, the CLEAR combo that saves time, and how to travel smarter in a shifting landscape.