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theGRIO REPORT - Believing the common bond of motherhood would lead to smooth relationships, when Pope entered her work environment…
After dancing to fight childhood obesity with Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move” campaign, many thought it was hypocritical for her to…
theGRIO REPORT - Rappers wish they could play ball. Basketball players wish they could rap. LeBron James is making sure…
theGRIO REPORT - It's hard to believe three years have passed since LeBron James made his infamous "Decision" to leave…
ESSAY - I can fully appreciate Mary Jane for the same reasons I appreciate Kerry Washington’s portrayal of Olivia Pope…
theGRIO REPORT - The family of the late U.S. Sen. Frank Lautenberg of New Jersey has endorsed Rep. Frank Pallone…
OPINION - Before Sunday, Lawrence Taylor, Jr. was best known for giving a heartfelt opening speech at his father’s Hall…
ESSAY - I had two abortions years ago in the first trimesters, and today the only regret I have, is…
ESSENCE FESTIVAL -- “It’s an uncomfortable issue…no parent should have to bury their child,” said New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu…
VIDEO - MSNBC’s Tamron Hall interviews Grammy-winning singer, and Essence Festival performer, Janelle Monae...
theGRIO REPORT - Kevin Hart's new stand-up comedy film 'Let Me Explain' has been a surprise smash at the box…
POSTSCRIPT'D - We have Egypt on the Brinkby Tarek Osman, which takes us from the 1950s to Hosni Mubarak, and…
SLIDESHOW - Black Americans have demonstrated their allegiance and respect for America through decades of struggle and in justice.
Every Fourth of July weekend, thousands of black women and the people who love them journey to New Orleans to…
OPINION - Most dark-skinned women are acutely aware of society’s preference for lighter skin, but that does not negate the…
OPINION - Essence has served an important role in the community and I’m thankful they looked out for me when…