Members of Congress urge Biden to exonerate Marcus Garvey following recent executive pardons and commutations
A group of Congressional members are urging President Joe Biden to posthumously exonerate civil rights leader Marcus Garvey for a 1923 conviction. The letter to Biden, dated just before the Christmas holiday, calls on the president to continue his efforts to advance racial justice in his final days in office. “Exonerating [Marcus] Garvey would honor […]
Kwanzaa celebrations happening around the country this weekend
After themed bar crawls, special performances, and other festivities kicked Kwanzaa off around the country on Thursday, the festivities continue this weekend. Events celebrating the seven-day-long celebration of African heritage and Black culture, which started on Thursday, Dec. 26, are happening around the country, including major cities like Detroit, New York, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Los […]
Will Smith: From rap star to Hollywood icon
As a rapper, actor and producer, Will Smith is a genuine triple threat. From “Jazzy Jeff” to the “French Prince” to “Man in Black,” this Philly native has made a massive impact on American pop culture over the last three decades or so. He’s also one of the few actors with consecutive films grossing $100 […]
I loved every single thing about Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’-inspired Christmas Day NFL halftime show
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. While I definitely agree with LeBron James’ contention that Christmas Day belongs to the NBA, I was thrilled to watch the Christmas Day NFL matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans at the […]
Stephen Curry: Revolutionizing basketball and inspiring a new generation
Key takeaways Stephen Curry grew up with an NBA sharpshooter as his dad, gaining early exposure to the game. Dell played in the NBA for 16 seasons, giving Stephen a front-row seat to professional basketball. The Golden State Warriors selected Stephen Curry with the seventh overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft, reflecting the doubts […]
Financial Vital Signs: Your Year-End Money Health Guide
Annual physicals help us catch physical health issues early—but what about your financial health? Just like physicals, reviewing your money habits before the new year can save you from bigger financial problems down the line. “The end of the year is the perfect time for a reset because you can step back, reflect on your […]
Should I Quit: A Journal to Help You Leave Your Toxic Job
For over 15 years, Mandy Tang gathered accolades. She worked in publishing, earned a master’s degree in business administration and dove into corporate America at American Express. She developed her professional skills at high-growth startups and even had a successful side gig as a career coach. Through it all, her career’s trajectory was predicated on […]
