“This time, I need to be more vulnerable—not so much for me, but anyone who feels alone in what they’re going through,” Union shared. Gabrielle Union has a new book on the way! The actress, executive producer, and best-selling author recently announced she penned a new book titled, You Got Anything Stronger?, set to be published…
In 2020, Stanford University researchers published a report that found that voice recognition systems misunderstood Black speakers at almost twice the rate of white ones. On Monday, Apple released its iOS 14.5 update for iPhones and iPads, which features new security, privacy, gaming, message, and personal settings. According to the company, the software update builds “on the reimagined iPhone…
Radio host DJ Envy found himself in some hot water this week after seemingly defending the officer who fatally shot 16-year-old Ma’Khia Bryant a week ago. Controversial psychologist and “Prince of Pan-Africanism” activist Dr. Umar Johnson made an appearance on 105.9’s “The Breakfast Club” morning show on Monday, April 26, and discussed a slew of topics….
Jay and Bey have three children together; Blue Ivy, nine, and a set of twins, Rumi and Sir, three Jay-Z is opening up about a topic we all want to hear more about – his family life with wife Beyoncé. Read More: Jay-Z, Diddy and Nas endorse Ray McGuire for NYC mayor The Carters are hush-hush…
“We need to make sure that we continue to stay ahead of the curve,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. Florida is taking steps toward stricter voting laws. On Monday, the state passed a bill making it even more challenging for people to vote. The GOP-led Senate passed S.B. 90 with a 23-17 vote, which restricts giving…
Close took to her official Instagram page to detail the standout moment from the 93rd Annual Academy Awards According to Glenn Close, the now-famous clip of her doing the “Da Butt” dance at the Oscars was a “completely spontaneous” moment. As theGrio previously reported, while the 93rd Annual Academy Awards was different than years past,…
Exclusive: The comedian also has some choice words for former President Donald Trump In a must-watch interview, theGrio’s April Ryan sits down with comedian Flame Monroe for a dynamic conversation on politics, policing, gun violence and more. From the Chauvin trial to the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright, Ryan and Monroe cover important topics in…
Homes in Black neighborhoods are undervalued by $46,000 on average, according to a recent study conducted by a national real estate brokerage. Redfin senior economist and lead author of the analysis Reginald Edwards said “bias” explains the persistent disparity which leaves Black Americans at a disadvantage in the U.S. housing market. According to Redfin’s analysis…
The FBI’s Charlotte field office has officially opened an inquiry to determine whether civil rights were violated during the fatal shooting. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has announced an official investigation into the shooting death of Andrew Brown Jr. by North Carolina police officers while trying to serve an arrest warrant. Eyewitnesses say Brown, who…
“We acknowledge how incredibly lucky we are to get pregnant and have access to excellent pre and postnatal care,” she said. Actress Amber Stevens West revealed she and her husband actor Andrew J. West are pregnant with their second child in a heartwarming Instagram post. Read More: Christina Milian welcomes son Kenna: ‘Welcome to the…
