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Nafeesah Allen

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Covers:  U.S. Real Estate, Design, Décor Fintech: B2B and B2C for personal and business finance Parenting: Health/Help Travel, Migration, Geographic Arbitrage, Language Tech: AI, Fintech, Small Biz
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Nafeesah Allen, Ph.D. is a multi-lingual author, independent researcher, content strategist, and contributing writer to various national publications. She frequently covers finance, parenting, culture, real estate, travel, discrimination, and more. She has over fifteen years of experience in municipal and federal government communications and team-building roles on four continents. She works with funders, founders, and businesses to offer messaging and brand marketing strategies that center aud…

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Is There a Responsible Way to Decorate With Ceremonial Masks?

Is There a Responsible Way to Decorate With Ceremonial Masks?

The Dallas Museum of Art is home to an extensive African mask collection. The virtual exhibition speaks thoug…

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Celebrate Africa Day with These Coffee Table Books That Showcase the Beauty of the Continent

Celebrate Africa Day with These Coffee Table Books That Showcase the Beauty of the Continent

On May 25th in 1963, the Organisation of African Unity (OAU)-which would later become the African Union-was f…

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What Is Betrayal Trauma? The Unique Pain Of Being Hurt By Someone You Trust

What Is Betrayal Trauma? The Unique Pain Of Being Hurt By Someone You Trust

Betrayal trauma can feel an awful lot like the dull and lingering pain after a swift punch to the gut. The pe…

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AAPI Personal Finance Trendsetters to Follow

AAPI Personal Finance Trendsetters to Follow

In the name of visibility, representation, and racial/financial equity, these AAPI personal finance trendsett…

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Asian Creatives Discuss The Works and Creators That Most Inspire Them

Asian Creatives Discuss The Works and Creators That Most Inspire Them

During this month, we celebrate the heritage of people of Asian and Pacific Island descent. Doing so isn't ju…

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Marlo de Lara unpacks being Filipina in Media & Fine Arts

Marlo de Lara unpacks being Filipina in Media & Fine Arts

Executive Spotlights , Industry Representation and Solutions Read Next By Nafeesah Allen Marlo de Lara's phot…

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You’re Probably Cleaning Your Owala Water Bottle Wrong (and It’s Dirtier Than You Think) Original

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By Nafeesah Allen
| Better Homes and Gardens Verified
Credit: Brie Goldman Take apart an Owala bottle to clean it, removing the straw and any silicon gaskets or seals. Clean the interior of the metal bottle daily with an Owala brush or a soft sponge brush, using warm soapy water. When a deeper clean is needed, hand-wash the metal bottle with a baking soda and vinegar scrub. Cleaning your Owala water bottle is actually easier than it might initially seem, though there are a few key steps you could be missing.
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5 Appliances That Should Never Be Plugged Into a Smart Plug Original

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By Nafeesah Allen
| Better Homes and Gardens Verified
Credit: simpson33 / Getty Images Do not use smart plugs with heat-generating devices, high-power appliances, or those requiring manual resets. Always check manufacturer guidelines and use UL-listed smart plugs for safe operation, especially for outdoor devices. Do not layer automation; smart plugs can disrupt devices with screens, motors, or memory. Smart home technology has transformed the way we control our appliances and devices.
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5 Appliances That Should Never Be Plugged Into a Smart Plug

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By Nafeesah Allen
| Flipboard
1 day ago Automate your lights, coffee makers, fans and more for under $50, or even cheaper. If you haven’t hopped on the smart plug bandwagon yet, it’s not too late. These small tools can level up the convenience (and energy efficiency) in your home pretty much as soon as you get them set up, earning every …
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