black history month

A 'Spritz Of Armour': How Fragrance Is A Self-Care Tool For Black Women

A spray of perfume was and still is the last step in a Black woman’s routine to prepare for a long day at work and to face the challenges that await.
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16 Lesser-Known Quotes From Influential Civil Rights Leaders

Inspirational messages and thoughts from leaders including Martin Luther King Jr., John Lewis and other trailblazers.
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Too Many People Can't Name A Single Black British Figure From History. How Can We Actually Improve Things?

A recent survey found 75% of respondents admitted to not knowing “very much” or “anything at all” about Black British history.
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Who Created Black History Month And How Did It Start?

The founder now has an ornament placed on the White House's Christmas tree every year in his name.
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Wear A Protective Hairstyle? It Needs This Extra TLC In Cold Weather

How to prevent damage and hair loss if you wear braids, wigs, weaves and more.
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From Garage Raves To Day Parties, Here's How Black Clubbing Has Changed Since The 90s

We just want a space to be free.
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From Aunties To IG Hairdressers, Black Women's Hair Ideals Are Changing

Whoever we trust with our hair, the styles Black women are favouring are changing – and fast.
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Caribbean, African Or Black British? What Do You Call Yourself?

So, where are you really from?
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9 Black Readers Share The Books That Will Stay With Them Forever

“No matter how many times I reread that book, it always feels like the first time."
By Habiba Katsha, HuffPost UK
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11 Black Authors Your Black History Month Bookshelf Shouldn't Be Without

Whether you’re after classic narratives or new stories, let us guide you to an epic next read.
By Hena Bryan, HuffPost UK
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