AIDS pill helps gay men avoid HIV infection, study says
MILWAUKEE (AP) - Scientists have an exciting breakthrough in the fight against AIDS. A pill already used to treat HIV infection turns out to be a powerful weapon...
First lady brings 'Let's Move' campaign to Newark
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) - Mrs. Obama visited the Maple Avenue School in Newark on Thursday to talk with students about how eating better and exercising more can improve their lives...
Why blacks may be biggest victims of climate change
theGRIO REPORT - The problems urban areas already face, like pollution, over-development, and inadequate infrastructure, could exacerbate climate change's effects...
Barbershops remain a bastion for black community
theGRIO REPORT - They can get news on the NFL, happenings in the community, advice on women, rumors about the mayor and updates on local artists...
Cigarette co. denies giving freebies to black kids
BOSTON (AP) - Attorney Walter Cofer the allegation that Lorillard intentionally gave out free samples to black children "disturbing."...
Military weighs in: Recruits turned away due to obesity
VIDEO - 27 percent of 18 to 24-year-olds are ineligible to join the military because they're overweight...
Are black kids a bigger target for fast food companies?
OPINION - According to the Rudd Center study, African-American children and teens see at least 50 percent more fast food ads than their white peers...
Death of an economist: Why 'House' is not your home
WALL STREET JOURNAL - On shows like 'House,' ailments are exotic and are diagnosed and solved in 60 minutes, with a couple commercial interruptions...
Despite ‘Lion King’ star’s efforts, donors still scarce in black community
theGRIO REPORT - Due to the vast genetic variability among the African-American population, finding an exact match is difficult, requiring an even higher number of donors...
Va. forum targets health awareness among black men
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Actor-producer Tim Reid is sharing his recent bout with prostate cancer to encourage fellow African-American men to become proactive about their health...
