The real story behind Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith’s novel ‘Sylvie’s Love and Loss’
The novel “Sylvie’s Love and Loss” by Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith chronicles the story of Sylvie, a Caribbean woman who embarks on an epic journey to triumph over her adversity involving love, loss, and the illicit global drug trade. Though Griffith’s first-ever novel is a work of fiction, the book is loosely based on a real […]
From plantation to Black-owned legacy: How Shadel Nyack Compton transformed Grenada’s Belmont Estate into a must-visit destination
When Shadel Compton Nyack left her native country of Grenada for Howard University decades ago, her life plan was pretty clearly mapped out– graduate college from the storied HBCU, go on to law school, and pursue a career as an attorney. But life has a funny way of shaking up the best-laid plans. “I really… […]
Louis Vuitton taps Pat McGrath to spearhead its beauty debut
When we talk about icons in the beauty industry, Dame Pat McGrath is in a league of her own. And now, the legendary makeup artist is making history once again. Louis Vuitton has officially entered the beauty space, and in a move that feels both groundbreaking and inevitable, the luxury house has tapped McGrath as […]
Netflix sets premiere date for teen rom-com series from Mara Brock Akil, ‘Forever’
Netflix has set a May 8 date for the premiere of “Forever,” a Black teen-centered rom-com series created, executive produced, and written by Mara Brock Akil. The series is a modern-day reimagining of Judy Blume’s 1975 book, “Forever…,” a title that has been the subject of constant scrutiny over the years due to its themes of teenage […]
Taylour Paige gives a rare glimpse into her health journey with endometriosis: ‘A really violent illness’
Taylour Paige is marking March, Endometriosis Awareness Month, by shedding light on her journey living with the painful condition. On Tuesday, the 34-year-old actress gave followers a closer look at her life with the condition in an Instagram post that included a carousel of images of her recovery process interwoven with other shots from throughout […]
Dwyane Wade is cancer-free, but Gabrielle Union says the battle was a ‘challenge’
Gabrielle Union is sharing an emotional update on her husband Dwyane Wade’s health—he is officially cancer-free. Earlier this year, the basketball legend opened up about his 2023 health scare, which led to a cancer diagnosis. And while Union told the co-hosts of The View that Wade is “better now,” she admitted the journey took a […]
10 spoiler-free thoughts and reactions to Hulu’s absolute must watch season 1 of ‘Paradise’
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. First of all, I don’t want to be too hyperbolic here, but I’m going to be real and say what’s on my heart: “Paradise” is kind of a perfect show. Season 1 was, anyway. […]
Angie Stone’s family speaks out following the star’s passing
Angie Stone’s children have broken their silence regarding the legendary singer’s passing, sharing a heartfelt statement honoring their mother’s legacy. In a statement shared via Stone’s management on Instagram, they expressed gratitude for the overwhelming “love, well wishes, and condolences” while reflecting on the wisdom, warmth, and impact their mother left behind. “Her daughter, Diamond, […]
LeBron James becomes first to score 50,000 combined points in NBA regular season and playoffs
LeBron James is well on his way to rewriting every previous definition of basketball longevity, and the 40-year-old star is now racking up numbers the NBA has never seen before. James became the first player to score 50,000 combined points in the regular season and postseason on Tuesday night, surpassing the mark with a 3-pointer […]
FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims made by Trump during his address to Congress
President Donald Trump ‘s Tuesday night address to a joint session of Congress highlighted several of the initiatives he’s started in his first six weeks in office, but many of his comments included false and misleading information. Here’s a look at the facts. He overstated the numbers on his immigration crackdown TRUMP: “Illegal border crossings last month were by far […]
