Sex & Relationships

Join VA Pride, Common House and RVA Magazine as we host a virtual round-table discussion that explores issues of intersectionality, social and racial justice, the evolution of pride and civil rights, the merging of two movements and how we can all work together in the fight for equity and inclusion. Panelists include local and regional […]

iPower 92.1/104.1 FM proudly celebrates Pride Month all month long. Listen to learn more about activist, past & present. Pioneers in the gay community and what it means to be both black & gay in today’s world – Brought to you by Side By Side, Black Pride RVA & Nationz Foundation

Money can often be the cause for the demise of many marriages, so instead of dealing with things down the line, why not start things off financially on the right foot? From sharing bank accounts, to setting financial goals, to making sure one has enough insurance, there’s a lot for new married couples to discuss. […]

If you’ve ever been asked to be a bridesmaid at a good friend’s wedding, you know that the request can have different meanings, depending on the bride who asked you. With old school etiquette rules, and new school expectations it can definitely be difficult (and expensive) to navigate the role of being your bride-to-be’s right hand woman. […]

#TeamBeautiful stumbled across a very interesting personal story from Helena Andrews on xoJane.com. She spoke candidly about the significance of hearing that you’re beautiful from men, but not only that–she detailed memories of her childhood, having her mother’s confirmations from outside the regular verbal compliment. Must Read: Business Meets Personal: How To Date Someone You […]

Chrissy Lampkin arrives at our office looking surprising casual.  She’s stunning–flawlessly made up, hair laid–but she’s wearing a gray sweater and jeans with gold UGG ankle boots.  I’ve seen more than my fair share of reality TV divas waltz through these doors and trust me, they don’t come in like this.  Beside her is her […]

Twitter was certainly buzzing Tuesday night about Michelle Obama. The FLOTUS’ speech inspired a reported 28,000 tweets per minute, smashing the numbers posted by both Mitt and Ann Romney last week. Praise was lavished generously and without filter from thousands of viewers who were glued to the television while the First Lady spoke.  Tweets ran […]

While on the set of the film “Sparkle,” actress Tika Sumpter encountered comedian Mike Epps on a daily basis. He played the role of Satin, an abusive lover to her character’s sister. They formed a friendship that makes her chuckle when it crosses her mind. “He’d just come in the makeup room in the morning, […]

While we were all busy pushing Gabby Douglas into the chair of a celebrity hair stylist to obtain locks that we could love, Gabby was busy trying to forget the horrible racial comments made by her fellow gymnasts at Excalibur Gymnastics in Virginia Beach, VA where the Olympian once trained. Douglas appeared on ‘Oprah’s Next […]

Frank Ocean and Rihanna were just added to the all-star lineup of artists who are set to hit the stage at the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards on September 6 live from the Staples Center. The young entertainers, who share eight nominations between them, join Alicia Keys, Taylor Swift, Pink and Wiz Khalifa. Atlanta rapper 2 Chainz […]

“Love & Hip Hop Atlanta,” commonly dubbed “Love & Ratchetness,” aired its comedic reunion special last night. The entire cast turned out to tie up loose ends and confront each other one last time. MUST READ: Great Moments From The “Love & Hip Hop Atlanta” Reunion During a new segment, where crowd members were allowed to […]