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LA Times layoffs, theGrio.com
April 4, 2024
OPINION: The LA Times claims Ben Bolch’s column failed to meet its editorial standards, yet somehow it still got published. 
April 4, 2024
Some albums, including Usher's "Confessions," on streaming services are different from the original version and have changed the experience.
Groom and bride in flowing veil outdoors near a fence
April 4, 2024
It's nearly wedding season, so here's a fictional letter explaining why and how Black people can say no to plantation…
WNBA players Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark and rapper Ice Cube
April 3, 2024
The hip-hop mogul seeks to promote his BIG3 league at the WNBA’s expense, with no true concern for women’s basketball.
April 3, 2024
It's fascinating to watch comedian Jeffod Carmichael try to get into a relationship with his best friend, Tyler, the Creator.
April 3, 2024
Diarra from Detroit, the true-crime-romantic-dramedy series set in Detroit, is tomfoolery and heart, and I absolutely love it. 
April 2, 2024
Actress and comedian Amanda Seales recently complained about not being supported by Black media or invited into Black spaces.
diversity equity and inclusion is good, DEI, theGrio.com
April 2, 2024
Diversity is something to celebrate not run away from. Diversity, equity and inclusion is not a boogeyman; it’s actually a…
Candace Owens, The Game, theGrio.com
April 1, 2024
After losing her standing as the Black voice of anti-Blackness for conservative media, Candace Owens is now trying to win…
Beyoncé, Cowboy Carter, Black country music, Black country artists, Daddy Lessons, Linda Martell, Christianity, Faith and Spirituality, Religion, theGrio.com
April 1, 2024
On her eighth studio album, "Cowboy Carter," Beyoncé goes beyond country music and attacks the notion of genre.
April 1, 2024
"Masters of the Game" Season 4 premieres with Jeffrey Wright. The brilliant actor breaks down what it means to be…
The cover of "Act ll: Cowboy Carter" by Beyonce
March 29, 2024
OPINION: Beyoncé’s eighth solo studio album is a fun ride through several genres that demonstrates that all music is Black…
Rappers Murs and 9th Wonder
March 28, 2024
OPINION: The debut collaborative album of Murs and 9th Wonder was a clinic in storytelling and world-building with lyrics and…
March 28, 2024
OPINION: While racists have weaponized the term, it’s time we recognize the white people who pioneered the position of “diversity…
Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders
March 27, 2024
OPINION: More power to incoming rookies who can break the norm of accepting their draft fate without complaint or manipulation.
March 26, 2024
When “Madvillainy” dropped in March 2004, hip-hop heads swore it was the greatest thing since sliced bread, and we were…
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March 26, 2024
Drake can't lose the Kendrick battle. He also can't win it, either. He's pop. What does losing a battle even…
March 22, 2024
My 3-year-old doesn’t suffer fools when it comes to getting his way. And he is adamant about letting all who…
March 21, 2024
I don’t know why I have so much  paranoia about being wrongly accused of stealing from a store. Is it…
Young women high-fiving each other
March 21, 2024
We should lift up and honor the visions of Black women founders in the social sector who are creating a…