Black journalists on TV have had to think about their appearance on air in ways that other journalists do not. In August 2020 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A new study from BLK's #FreeYourCrown campaign highlights how women are embracing curls, coils, and confidence like never before.

(CNN) — Almost every Black woman or girl has, at some point, purchased hair extensions for box braids, boho braids, twists or faux locs. For many Black women, these “protective styles” are worn ...

For centuries, braids have protected the health of Black hair while serving as a vehicle for creativity, self-expression, and livelihood. But that legacy has long come with a time-consuming reality: ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I tell stories about creating environments that empower everyone. An August 2025 experiment highlights the disparities in how AI ...

Indiana does not have a CROWN Act Any time you see a Black TV journalist with braids, locs, or other natural hairstyles, know that they are taking a risk. This state does not protect them by law from ...