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Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. When William Lucy and Martin Luther King Jr. led thousands of Black Memphis sanitation workers on strike in 1968, Lucy’s powerful statement defined a movement: “I am a MAN.”
It is officially Halloween, and many folks’ favorite pastime has finally commenced: judging celebrity Halloween costumes. And this year, celebrities, especially Black women, have really taken it up a notch. For starters, we could easily call it “Halle-ween,” as there have already been multiple homages to Halle Berry’s most famous
Make plans to attend these great programs at your library. Boots to Business Reboot Have you ever dreamed of owning and operating your own business? Join us from 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6, in the Library Center auditorium. Learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur along
As we turn back the clocks on November 3, and look forward to the Winter months, let’s reflect upon the value of reading. It has been said “Reading today…Leads to Leaders tomorrow.” D.E.A.R., which stands for “Drop Everything and Read,” is a national celebration of reading designed to remind families
On July 19, 2024, many airports stood still, unable to process the demands on their computer systems, which were not operable—not at all. Car rental agencies and other companies that use Microsoft’s operating system and another program to run their businesses faced a similar problem. Affected companies all used CrowdStrike’s
As the upcoming election approaches, many of us are bracing for what promises to be a contentious and emotionally charged time. Racial tensions, uncertainty, and constant news coverage can lead to a heightened sense of stress and anxiety. For many, election-related stress isn’t about feelings; understanding how mental stress during
Megan Thee Stallion is no stranger to the ups and downs of mental health — and is taking every available opportunity to highlight its importance on her platform. This month, the Houston rapper partnered with the California Department of Public Health to create a safe space for young people to
An incident at a polling station in Orangeburg, South Carolina, involving an apparent Trump supporter who berated a group of Black female poll workers on Wednesday resulted in a state investigation. The incident turned physical during early voting after a white man sporting a pro-Trump cap used expletives when told
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. The Washington, D.C., season of “Love Is Blind” has finally wrapped and let me tell you, I don’t think I like anybody who showed up at the reunion episode
Rihanna and her family are getting into the holiday spirit. This week, the Fenty mogul released a new Savage x Fenty campaign featuring two special guests — her children, RZA and Riot Rose. Posing with her two-year-old and 14-month-old sons, Rihanna showcased the brand’s new holiday onesies on Instagram. “We
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