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Rep. LaMonica McIver reveals she is expecting her second child

Congratulations are in order for Rep. LaMonica McIver.  The New Jersey congresswoman revealed on Friday, May 15, that after years of trying and battling through fertility complications, she is expecting her second child with her husband, Khalif Thomas, and is currently 17 weeks pregnant.  “Hey NJ-🔟! Guess what?! We’re having

Venus Williams set to return to French Open after five-year absence

Venus Williams is set to return to the French Open for the first time in five years, continuing one of the most remarkable late-career runs in professional tennis. According to People, tournament organizers confirmed that the seven-time Grand Slam singles champion will compete in the women’s doubles draw at the

Post-Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica’s culture and tourism stand strong

Recently, I was invited by the Jamaica Tourist Board to explore the sites, sounds, and tastes of Jamaica throughout the country, including Kingston, Port Antonio, and Ocho Rios. While I didn’t know what to expect on the trip outside of seeing pristine beaches, as I’ve never been to Jamaica before,

Why PCOS’ new name—PMOS—could mean better care for Black women

Nearly 90 years after it was first identified, the hormonal condition impacting roughly 1 in 8 women, known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), has a new name that could lead to better care outcomes for Black women and other women of color. On Tuesday, May 12, it was announced that