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4 High-Tech Household Products that Make Life Easier

In the past, a sturdy and reliable, centrally located, wall-mounted home telephone was the entire beginning and end of a family’s technology. Fast forward to today, with our homes that brim with household products like chargers that connect to cellphones, smartwatches, Bluetooth headphones, tablets and more. Luckily, there are other

10 Lesser Known Laws Around the World Every Tourist Should Know

Traveling the world is exhilarating. Visiting somewhere new is a great way to see interesting sights, try unique foods and have novel experiences. However, before you pack your bags, it’s essential to learn about lesser known travel laws. Landing in a foreign country in the wrong outfit or carrying the

4 High-Tech Household Products that Make Life Easier

In the past, a sturdy and reliable, centrally located, wall-mounted home telephone was the entire beginning and end of a family’s technology. Fast forward to today, with our homes that brim with household products like chargers that connect to cellphones, smartwatches, Bluetooth headphones, tablets and more. Luckily, there are other

Why Black Americans see the debate about Biden’s age differently

Black Democrats and leaders are sticking beside President Joe Biden after more than a week of calls from some Congressional Democrats and media pundits for him to step aside as the party’s presidential nominee following his underwhelming June 27 debate with Donald Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee.  Biden’s support

Denzel Washington goes to battle in new ‘Gladiator II’ trailer

Denzel Washington is ready for his Ancient Rome debut in a new trailer for “Gladiator II.”  The 69-year-old Oscar winner stars as Macrinus, a power broker who keeps a stable of gladiators, in the “Gladiator” sequel, which hits theaters on Nov. 22. “Gladiator II,” directed by Ridley Scott, “continues the

Shaboozey makes history with No. 1 song ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’

Shaboozey is officially the No. 1 artist in the country.  The singer’s country single “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart this week. The song, which interpolates J-Kwon’s 2004 hit “Tipsy,” is “the first song by Black male artist to simultaneously top the Hot

Can Kamala?

Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Years ago, I received the first of many recurring phone calls from a high-level source buried deep inside a presidential campaign.   This was back when Donald Trump was just

New study reveals potential dangers of drinking alcohol during flights

If you’re taking to the friendly skies this vacation season, you may want to think twice before getting an in-flight alcoholic beverage. While most travelers enjoy having a glass of wine or cocktail to relax during their flight, a recent study found that consuming alcohol on airplanes can have detrimental

4 High-Tech Household Products that Make Life Easier

In the past, a sturdy and reliable, centrally located, wall-mounted home telephone was the entire beginning and end of a family’s technology. Fast forward to today, with our homes that brim with household products like chargers that connect to cellphones, smartwatches, Bluetooth headphones, tablets and more. Luckily, there are other

10 Lesser Known Laws Around the World Every Tourist Should Know

Traveling the world is exhilarating. Visiting somewhere new is a great way to see interesting sights, try unique foods and have novel experiences. However, before you pack your bags, it’s essential to learn about lesser known travel laws. Landing in a foreign country in the wrong outfit or carrying the

4 High-Tech Household Products that Make Life Easier

In the past, a sturdy and reliable, centrally located, wall-mounted home telephone was the entire beginning and end of a family’s technology. Fast forward to today, with our homes that brim with household products like chargers that connect to cellphones, smartwatches, Bluetooth headphones, tablets and more. Luckily, there are other

Why Black Americans see the debate about Biden’s age differently

Black Democrats and leaders are sticking beside President Joe Biden after more than a week of calls from some Congressional Democrats and media pundits for him to step aside as the party’s presidential nominee following his underwhelming June 27 debate with Donald Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee.  Biden’s support

Denzel Washington goes to battle in new ‘Gladiator II’ trailer

Denzel Washington is ready for his Ancient Rome debut in a new trailer for “Gladiator II.”  The 69-year-old Oscar winner stars as Macrinus, a power broker who keeps a stable of gladiators, in the “Gladiator” sequel, which hits theaters on Nov. 22. “Gladiator II,” directed by Ridley Scott, “continues the

Shaboozey makes history with No. 1 song ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’

Shaboozey is officially the No. 1 artist in the country.  The singer’s country single “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart this week. The song, which interpolates J-Kwon’s 2004 hit “Tipsy,” is “the first song by Black male artist to simultaneously top the Hot

Can Kamala?

Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Years ago, I received the first of many recurring phone calls from a high-level source buried deep inside a presidential campaign.   This was back when Donald Trump was just

New study reveals potential dangers of drinking alcohol during flights

If you’re taking to the friendly skies this vacation season, you may want to think twice before getting an in-flight alcoholic beverage. While most travelers enjoy having a glass of wine or cocktail to relax during their flight, a recent study found that consuming alcohol on airplanes can have detrimental