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“A time for embraces and time for avoiding embraces. What! Come on.” - Dark Man X
X reading the Bible giving us a MESSAGE for the times
As artists and DJ's use social media to reach fans during the coronavirus pandemic, rapper DMX took to Instagram Live not for music but to offer scripture.
So when folks finally eat the rich, you all thinking a dry rub or a BBQ type glaze?
Since the pandemic intensified in the United States, billionaires saw their fortunes grow collectively by 10%, or an estimated $282 billion.
This is dope! Congrats to Tabitha on achieving a dream.
Actress Tabitha Brown used her love for vegan food as a vehicle to gain fame via the exponentially popular Tik Tok video app.
“It seems like it’s an attack on us. Those places are all in our community, where we live on top of one another."
Black leaders in Georgia believe that Gov. Brian Kemp reopening businesses in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic is an attack on African Americans
Pay attention: Black women in jail are at high risk for the coronavirus among other challenges like access to health care, mental illness, and substance abuse.
The coronavirus has a significant impact on black women in jail, many of whom are only there because they can't make bail.
The NFL's shift to a digital draft provided some hilarious viral moments.
Two newly minted NFL recruits have learned their first important lesson - social media will scrutinize everything they do going forward.
Claire Babineaux-Fontenot tells theGrio that she is doing everything in her power to shine a light on the millions who go without food.
In an interview with theGrio, Feeding America CEO Claire Babineaux-Fontenot says she wants to remind Americans of the millions who go without food.
Claire Babineaux-Fontenot tells theGrio that she is doing everything in her power to shine a light on the millions who go without food.
In an interview with theGrio, Feeding America CEO Claire Babineaux-Fontenot says she wants to remind Americans of the millions who go without food.
As Black communities get hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, the way of life is changing right before our eyes.
In New Orleans, one of the most affected cities, the pandemic has put a hold on one of the city's time-honored traditions of public jazz funerals.
D-Nice managed to give us a wave in Quarantine, now it just keeps on going!
Here are 10 albums that can help you get through these difficult times, inspired by the musical mixes of Club Quarantine's D-Nice.
Can only imagine what it's like to have been under for weeks and to come back to the state of things.
A Texas man who was in intensive care for weeks and very close to becoming a part of the rising coronavirus death toll is now back home and on the mend.
An in-depth look at the cultural tour-de-force that was "In Living Color" and the impact that can still be felt today.
Since hitting the scene in 1990, the comedy sketch show "In Living Color," created by Keenan Ivory Wayans forever changed the TV landscape.
This is exceptionally wild considering he was talking about being broke not that long ago 🧐....
Kanye West famously rapped "Wait 'til I get my money right" on his 2007 single "Can't Tell Me Nothing." That prophecy has come true, according to Forbes.
In an interview with theGrio, J. August Richards says he did not plan on revealing his sexuality – but he's glad he did.
“I did something I had never done in my career before, I told my truth to the people working with me.”
In an interview with theGrio, J. August Richards revealed to the world a part of himself that only a select few people had known: he is a proud gay man.
“It’s Black Folks who are saying we don’t want this. We have to ask, why not?”
On episode 4 of theGrio's #DearCulture podcast, hosts explore the question, “What’s Really #BlackAF?”
Dear Culture’s fourth episode, “What’s Really #BlackAF?” probes into the question of Black representation in media with Hollywood royalty, Kenya Barris. Though Barris is widely known for his autobiographical television shows, Black-ish and Mixed-ish, Barris has been a film veteran for years....
The saddest part about this story isn't the fact that this imbecilic moron represents this country on a global stage, it's that this fool is getting, and will continue to get, people killed.
Donald Trump suggested an "injection" of disinfectant, such as Lysol, into a person infected with the coronavirus as a means to kill the deadly contagion.
Pay attention: Black women in jail are at high risk for the coronavirus among other challenges like access to health care, mental illness, and substance abuse.
The coronavirus has a significant impact on black women in jail, many of whom are only there because they can't make bail.
The NFL's shift to a digital draft provided some hilarious viral moments.
Two newly minted NFL recruits have learned their first important lesson - social media will scrutinize everything they do going forward.
“It seems like it’s an attack on us. Those places are all in our community, where we live on top of one another."
Black leaders in Georgia believe that Gov. Brian Kemp reopening businesses in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic is an attack on African Americans
Even Trevor Noah fans out when it comes to Teddy Riley and Babyface and their #VERZUZ battle.
Teddy Riley, Babyface and Trevor Noah discuss the producer's Versuz Instagram Live battle which produced a lot of funny memes.
One meal a DAY?! 🥴
Supermodel Naomi Campbell shares what she is doing during the coronavirus pandemic with fans, including the interesting fact that she only eats one meal a day.
The saga between 50 Cent and Teairra Mari continues...
The saga involving 50 Cent, Teairra Mari, and their legal battle continues as the rap mogul moves to collect on his judgement.
Kobe Bryant’s final season with the Lakers may become an all-access documentary.
Kobe Bryant’s final season with the Los Angeles Lakers got all the all-access treatment for a possible documentary that the late star was working on.
Claire Babineaux-Fontenot tells theGrio that she is doing everything in her power to shine a light on the millions who go without food.
In an interview with theGrio, Feeding America CEO Claire Babineaux-Fontenot says she wants to remind Americans of the millions who go without food.
Building good credit does take some time. Maintaining it takes work -- especially in a COVID-19-altered economy.
No matter what anyone else tells you, building good credit does take some time. Maintaining it takes work, especially in a COVID-19-altered economy.
Issa Rae (yet again) doing it for the culture ✊🏾
Issa Rae touted her clture enterprise, a data-driven site to remind the Black community that they are shapeshifters in culture
Sending our condolences to Dak Prescott and the entire Prescott family 🙏🏾
Jace Prescott, Dak Prescott's eldest brother, was found dead the day of the NFL Draft but no cause of death has been revealed
These racist 🤬 bastards also targeted a 12-YEAR-OLD?!
Trash.
Civil rights activist and former ambassador Andrew Young understands too well what Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is going through and gives the young politician advice.
New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is speaking out on why she was the one House Democrat to vote against a $484 billion stimulus package, as she believes her constituents will be overlooked as financial support is allocated to big corporations.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is speaking out on why she was the one House Democrat to vote against a $484 billion stimulus package on Thursday.
Wendy Williams isn’t down with Idris Elba‘s suggestion that the world should quarantine for one week, once a year, to honor those who died from COVID-19.
Wendy Williams isn’t down with Idris Elba‘s suggestion that the world should quarantine for one week, once a year, to honor those who died from COVID-19.
Owing money back to the IRS sucks. BUT, since Uncle Sam doesn't play about his coins, we've got some helpful tips from My Fab Finance founder, Tonya Rapley, on what to do if you have to shell out cash back to the government.
In memory of 5-year-old Skylar Herbert, the youngest person to die of COVID-19, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is launching a Task Force on Racial Disparities to investigate the disproportionate number of Black folks infected with/and dying from the virus.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to launch a Task Force on Racial Disparities to investigate the disproportionate number of Blacks infected by the COVID-19.
Earlier this week one of the nation’s federal vaccine scientists, Dr. Rick Bright, was dismissed from his job for refusing to promote hydroxychloroquine as a possible COVID-19 cure.
He plans to file a whistleblower complaint.
Dr. Rick Bright will soon file a whistleblower complaint alleging retaliation for not pushing hydroxychloroquine as a possible COVID-19 cure.
The saddest part about this story isn't the fact that this imbecilic moron represents this country on a global stage, it's that this fool is getting, and will continue to get, people killed.
Donald Trump suggested an "injection" of disinfectant, such as Lysol, into a person infected with the coronavirus as a means to kill the deadly contagion.
Sending love and light to Maxine Waters and family 🙏🏾
California congresswoman Maxine Waters says that her sister has contracted the coronavirus and is likely dying in a St. Louis hospital.
Newlywed Latresa Rice wants people to know how important it is to follow social distancing guidelines.
Tamron Hall interviews a woman who says she believes that her new husband may have died from the coronavirus after a barbershop visit.
Very curious to see who Biden picks.
Stacey Abrams says that presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden should pick a running mate that is a woman of color and she'd be great in the job.
A Whitney Houston biopic named 'I Want To Dance With Somebody' is in the works.
A Whitney Houston biopic is on the way that may possibly be helmed by 'The Photograph' director Stella Meghie, who wanted the movie.
The tragic case is yet another example of how much we still don;t know about COVID-19 and who's susceptible to it.
RIP Brent Green 🙏🏾
A 36-year-old Georgia mother of twins who had no underlying health issues has succumbed to the coronavirus two weeks after testing positive
Dr. Dre #VERZUZ Diddy would be a PARTY!
Fans have been begging to see Dr. Dre and Diddy go head to head in a “Verzuz” clash of the titans and now Timbaland has issued a response
In need of a literary escape from coronavirus anxiety? theGrio's got you covered.
Check out this list to add to your pandemic reading list.
The novel coronavirus has taken and upended many lives with many looking for some form of distraction and these books can provide that during the quarantine
REFORM Alliance, Ray of Light Foundation and Pair of Thieves partnered to deliver 100,000 masks to correctional facilities. 🙏🏾
REFORM Alliance's Meek Mill and Michael Rubin partner with Madonna's charity to provide masks for inmates and employees at prison facilities.
OPINION: While the statistics surrounding coronavirus are very real, we are suffering the loss of real people.
The racial divide in the mortality rate for COVID-19 is profound.
Bemnet Meshesha writes that while the statistics surrounding COVID-19 are very real, we are suffering the loss of real people who matter beyond the numbers.
Jussie is NOT backing down.
"I don't claim to be innocent, I am innocent. The truth is the best defense. The truth which they know nothing about."
Jussie Smollett is maintaining his innocence and says he is willing to "fight or die" to be cleared of allegations of an alleged hoax about a race attack.
Months before her 100th birthday, Maude Burke became the oldest person on record to survive COVID-19! 🙏🏾👏🏾
A 99-year-old Georgia woman provides an example of good news as she becomes the oldest person so far to recover from the coronavirus.
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Owing money back to the IRS sucks. BUT, since Uncle Sam doesn't play about his coins, we've got some helpful tips from My Fab Finance founder, Tonya Rapley, on what to do if you have to shell out cash back to the government.
Be kind to yourself during this COVID-19 pandemic. We're sure many of you have seen the meme calling for "productivity" during this trying time, but our own Blue Telusma is here to tell you -- relax, stop sharing that nonsense meme, and avoid the 'productivity trap'.
It was announced yesterday that Georgia governor Kemp will be easing back on the state's coronavirus shutdown, thus allowing indoor facilities like bowling alleys, gyms, movie theaters and hair salons to reopen on Friday and in-dining restaurants next week. Dr. Booker took to her page to speak out against the Governor’s decision.
"Will I still have clients?" This is a growing concern among Black-owned beauty salons and barbershops that have been forced to shut down due to the coronavirus pandemic. On Episode 1 of "Staying In Business," Black hairstylists and barbers share their fight to keep their businesses alive.
ICYMI: We loved our #IGLive with internet sensation Tabitha Brown last week as she hilariously (and soothingly, lol) taught us how to make her “Un-tuna Tuna Salad” #LikeSoLikeThat. Let us know if you try out this recipe and how it turns out, #GrioFam!
Got your stimulus check and thinking about balling out (even though you have no place to go? 🤦🏾♀️). Tonya Rapley, founder of My Fab Finance, has some tips on how to avoid common money traps.
Before you decide to ball out with your tax refund, we've got some helpful tips from the founder of My Fab Finance, Tonya Rapley, on what you should be doing with your cash.
“[Jerome Adams is] the Surgeon General. His role is to be informing the public about public health... He's a nice guy, but he's just in over his head and it's been painfully embarrassing to watch him.” Soledad O'Brien talks Surgeon General Jerome Adams’ February tweets comparing coronavirus to the flu on the latest episode of our Dear Culture Podcast: https://apple.co/2JWNui8
#Coronavirus is disproportionately hitting Black and brown communities at an alarming rate and claiming lives every day. But what about those fortunate enough to survive? We spoke with Jackson Earnest about his battle with COVID-19 and his survivor’s guilt.
Before you decide to ball out with your tax refund, we've got some helpful tips from the founder of My Fab Finance, Tonya Rapley, on what you should be doing with your cash.
Sen. Bernie Sanders ended his presidential bid on Wednesday leaving Biden as likely nominee. Grio fam, sound off in the comments and let us know your thoughts.
The Coronavirus is affecting the Black community at a disproportionate rate and now people are urging the CDC to release race and ethnicity data. https://thegrio.com/2020/04/05/coronavirus-is-hitting-black-america-at-staggering-rate/
Unfortunately, we’re all aware that anti-Blackness is a global affair. But is there a safe haven and community for us ✊🏾 in Cuba? Our very own Nayo Campbell headed to the beautiful country to explore “what’s it like to be Black in Cuba?”
Looking to improve your financial standing? The cast of Hamilton and our partners at City National Bank believe part of being successful is seeing the world in a different way. Check out some tips on how to upgrade your life investment-wise. https://thegrio.com/2020/04/02/upgrade-financial-standing-brick-and-mortar/
During an interview with theGrio, Loni Love discussed the importance of Black media. "You guys cover people that people wouldn't even know about."
Today marks one year since the tragic slaying of rapper and entrepreneur, Nipsey Hussle. We take today to honor his legacy, and the impact his passing has had on the world. We love you, Nip. And, of course, #TheMarathonContinues🏁
Several schools throughout the U.S. are temporarily closed due to COVID-19. Now, many parents are adjusting to homeschooling and working remotely. Michelle Jones shares her journey with theGrio. Grio fam, comment below and tell us about your homeschooling experience.
Our very own Blue Telusma is back with the latest episode of #TrueBlue. This time, she addresses the #coronavirus and its impact on the Black community.
Comedic social influence (and our Fave), Pretty Vee, joins us in the latest episode of #DearCulture to talk about how social media has changed her life, helped grow her business, and allowed her to make some important connections.
'Rona' giving you anxiety? Here's how to manage life while social distancing theGrio sat down with Licensed Counselor, Ryan Grace, to discuss managing anxiety while working from home, homeschooling children and consuming information during the pandemic.
We loved chatting with entertainer and co-host of 'The Real,' Loni Love. Promoting her new book "I Tried to Change So You Don't Have To," our Managing Editor sat down with Loni to discuss her upbringing and how it has motivated her life.
If, currently, you're fortunate enough to be financially comfortable -- the question is not whether you should invest your money; it's WHERE should you be allocating your funds. Director Reginald Hudlin and City National Bank chatted with the cast of Hamilton about this dollar dilemma, and we have tips on 5 money moves to get you to the next level. https://thegrio.com/2020/03/24/money-tips-city-national-bank/
Our hearts break for Gen-Z young people that are having their high school and college graduation celebrations impacted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While safety and caution are paramount, it's awful that their moment to enjoy the fruits of their labor is being snatched away. How is the coronavirus affecting your memorable moments, #GrioFam?
Now that the #SCOTUS has rendered a decision in Byron Allen‘s racial discrimination case against Comcast, what’s next? Sound off in the comments below 👇🏾 on your thoughts, #GrioFam.
Plenty of us have been tuned in to the Netflix release of “Self Made: Inspired by the life of Madam C.J. Walker” and have fallen in love with this powerful woman’s story and legacy. Our own Keyaira Kelly was able to sit down with the show’s stars Octavia Spencer and Blair Underwood to discuss their roles and the relationship between their characters.
Things got SPICY 🌶 this week during a Lake Worth Beach City Commission meeting when Commissioner Omari J. Hardy wasn't trying to hear the lies from Mayor Pam Triolo & City Manager Michael Bornstein after they shut off the lights of residents last week during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you, Commissioner Hardy, for being the only one willing to do your job -- serve the people ✊🏾
“Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker” hits @netflix streaming screens TODAY! Our very own Keyaira Kelly sat down with the great great granddaughter of Madam C.J. Walker, A'Lelia Bundles , to discuss the legacy her ancestor left behind.
Coronavirus impacting your 💰bag?! We've got some tips for freelance workers from Dana Blair to help you out.
Is #Coronavirus coming between our faith and religion? We examine how #COVID19 is affecting Black churches all over the country, including The Gathering Harlem, FCBC, and T.D. Jakes Ministries. What are your thoughts on virtual worship? Drop them below ⬇
We made a mashup of how #Trump has handled #Coronavirus versus how #Obama handled previous health crisis. Grio fam, comment below and let us know your thoughts. 👀 #donaldtrump #barackobama #pandemic #coronavirus #COVID19 #health
We chatted with the cast of @boomerangonbet all about “situationships”. What are they? Are you setting yourself up for heartbreak? Just being a plain ole dummy for the 🍆 and 🍑? Let us know what you think in the comments, #GrioFam!
We spoke with Dr. Darien Sutton Ramsey about the current state of the #Coronavirus and its potential impact on Black and brown communities. Stay safe out there, #GrioFam.
Truth be told, the current COVID-19 situation is impacting more than just our physical health, our financial health may be at risk as well. Our partners at City National Bank joined the cast of Hamilton to discuss what are the next steps should we hit a financial windfall. What are YOUR next steps, #GrioFam? Click the 🔗 below for more on this conversation: https://newsroom.cnb.com/en/entertainment/conversations/hamilton-cast-san-francisco.html
COVID-19 is impacting wages, livelihoods, creatives, travel, weddings, funerals, graduations, and more. #BlackHollywood is also not immune to the changes this virus is bringing. In a world of uncertainty, what can be done?
Danity Kane alum D. Woods has some advice for entertainment hopefuls who are auditioning for the upcoming season of Making the Band. “If you are going to do this, contestants, make sure you know who you are. Make sure you have your own strategy, your own reasons for doing this, regardless if you make it or not." Check out more from D.Woods here: https://youtu.be/-UQbI3evT6M
Danity Kane alum, Wanita “D. Woods” Woodgett, is looking for love in new UMC-Urban Movie Channel series 'Stuck With You.' During an interview with theGrio, Woods opened up about the show, music, and her career as an actress.
Nikole Hannnah-Jones sat down with theGrio for our new series 'Dear Culture.' This is her letter to racial injustice. "Disequality is created."- Nikole Hannah-Jones https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1QdwblNaNo
TONIGHT Boomerang returns to BET at 10:30 PM with its season 2 premiere! We sat down with the phenomenal cast to discuss what can be expected for the new season and also dive into some of our favorite #BlackTwitter reactions to the show!
It's #WomensHistoryMonth so you know we have to shoutout some of our #WomenCrushWednesday faves! We loved talking to the icon Toni Braxton about CBD, her battle with lupus, NEW music, and all things Braxton!
It's woman’s history month and theGrio is acknowledging New York Times investigative journalist, Nikole Hannah-Jones and her work for the 1619 project. ”Through a series of essays, we really assess the ongoing legacy of slavery to show that across American life, nothing has been left untouched by that decision to purchase that first group of 20 to 30 Africans.”
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