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.

This Memorial Day, shop with purpose. From Uncle Nearest whiskey to The Lip Bar beauty, we’ve rounded up 9 Black-owned brands that deserve your dollars and your love. Whether you’re hosting, posted up, or just here for the vibes—this is your guide to spending with soul and building legacy while you do it.

Black women face a 6.1% unemployment rate and a 92% digital pay gap. Here's what that means—and why side hustles, digital equity, and creator strategy are survival tools, not luxuries.

From the 2025 Met Gala to Target’s CEO salary drop, the message is clear—Black culture drives markets, and DEI isn’t a liability; it’s leverage.