Culture Watch

Idlewild theGrio.com
As we reach the peak of the summer heat, theGrio celebrates the legacy of Black summer retreats, beginning with Idlewild,…
/ July 22, 2022
The extravaganza that is Comic-Con International is back to its old extravagance. Stars, cosplayers are filling the San Diego Convention…
/ July 21, 2022
Melanated Campout theGrio.com
Melanated Campout co-founders share what makes their culturally curated camping experiences so special.
/ July 18, 2022
Closet Cosplay theGrio.com
In anticipation of Comic-Con season, theGrio compiled closet cosplay ideas from Black cosplayers on social media.
/ July 15, 2022
Nile Rodgers theGrio.com
Grammy-winning musical pioneer Nile Rodgers surprised roller skaters jamming to Chic’s 1978 hit ‘Le Freak’ in London’s Hyde Park.
/ July 13, 2022
The Kentucky Supreme Court will hear arguments to return a statue of Confederate soldier John B. Castleman to its initial…
/ July 11, 2022
2022 Essence Festival of Culture theGrio.com
Fresh off of a bout with COVID, theGrio's Shakirah Gittens braved her first-ever Essence Fest—and found healing she could've never…
/ July 9, 2022