Watch: Rep. Byron Donalds talks Trump’s appeal to Black male voters
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, one of a handful of Black Republicans in Congress, recently talked to theGrio’s “The Hill with April Ryan” about his staunch support for Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign and the Republican nominee’s appeal to Black men. Before last week’s presidential debate between Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris […]
Let’s pray that false and racist rhetoric about Haitian immigrants by Trump and Vance don’t lead to racist violence
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Former President Donald Trump’s false claim that Black immigrants from Haiti are eating dogs and cats kept as pets by their neighbors in Springfield, Ohio, is dangerous incitement that I fear could lead to […]
Snoop Dogg reflects on the impact Tupac Shakur had on his journey to fatherhood
In the 1990s, Snoop Dogg simultaneously celebrated the release of his debut album and his induction into fatherhood. Nine months after releasing his hit album “Doggystyle” in November 1993, the West Coast rapper welcomed his first son, Corde Broadus, in August 1994. Reflecting on this period of his life with People magazine, Snoop Dogg revealed […]
TikTok heads to court over US law that could lead to a ban on the popular platform
The U.S. government and TikTok will go head-to-head in federal court on Monday as oral arguments begin in a consequential legal case that will determine if – or how — a popular social media platform used by nearly half of all Americans will continue to operate in the country. Attorneys for the two sides will appear before […]
Boost Your Well-Being By Taking Creativity Breaks Throughout Your Day
As each day fills up with tasks, meetings and endless to-do lists, it’s all too easy to slip into overwhelm and stress. In the rush to get everything accomplished, it can be difficult to remember to add breaks to your day. However, taking a creative break can not only enhance your productivity, it can also […]
‘Power Book II: Ghost’ Season 4, Episode 7: Dirty Diana doth dare do dastardly deeds … and other things
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. I ain’t gon’ hold you but “Power Book II: Ghost” is frustrating me. We’re three episodes away from the series finale — not season, but SERIES — and instead of solving problems and taking […]
‘Real Housewives’ star Garcelle Beauvais stands up for the Haitian community
After it in for a week, “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Garcelle Beauvais is speaking up for the Haitian community. This weekend, Beauvais took to Instagram to address the baseless rumors that have spread about Haitian immigrants. “Staying silent in the face of racism and hate is something that I refuse to do,” she […]
Lamorne Morris takes home his first Emmy and other notable Black moments from the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards
The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards took place on Sunday evening at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles, returning the annual awards to its usual place in the fall. Another returning vibe: few non-white nominees and even fewer non-white winners. Out of 14 Black acting nominees across multiple categories shown during the televised broadcast, there […]
Ahmaud Arbery’s family is still waiting for ex-prosecutor’s misconduct trial after 3 years
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Three years after a former Georgia district attorney was indicted on charges alleging she interfered with police investigating the 2020 killing of Ahmaud Arbery, the case’s slow progression through the court system has sputtered to a halt, one the presiding judge insists is temporary. Jackie Johnson was the state’s top prosecutor for coastal […]
Yolanda Adams is still in the blessing business with ‘Sunny Days,’ her first studio album in nearly 13 years
NEW YORK (AP) — If happiness is a journey, rather than a destination, then Yolanda Adams has used her faith and smile to sustain her through life’s ebbs and flows along the way. “I think I was born with that happiness gene that people talk about,” said the gospel music superstar. “I want people to come away […]
