The former British colony would become only the second Caribbean island to sever relations with Queen Elizabeth II in recent years, with Barbados doing so in November. SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness told Prince William and Kate on Wednesday that the British commonwealth intends to become independent in an…
The NCAA Tournament aka March Madness is the best championship tournament in all of sports. Where else can a No. 15 seed like Saint Peter’s have the opportunity to knockoff a blue blood like Kentucky? (Art: David Grubb) With all the upsets, heartbreaks and last second heroics, there is nothing quite like March Madness. Making the…
Fans of Steve Harvey are going crazy over his latest fashion drip. The comedian previously credited his success and fashion style to his wife, Majorie Harvey, who served as his personal style and brand consultant. According to Instagram, the “Family Feud” host is living his best life in Dubai. He stepped out looking sharp in…
The singer will play the adult version of Nettie in the movie musical joining Fantasia, H.E.R. and Halle Bailey Ciara is joining the cast of The Color Purple movie musical. The Grammy-winning singer will be portraying the adult version of Nettie, whose younger version will be played by singer Halle Bailey, according to Entertainment Weekly….
Vice President Kamala Harris announced a plan Wednesday intended to end racial and ethnic discrimination in the appraisal of home values. Vice President Kamala Harris announced a plan Wednesday intended to end racial and ethnic discrimination in the appraisal of home values, part of a broader federal effort to address a wealth gap that systemic inequality has…
Source: Bill Clark / Getty How easy is it to confuse a Republican to the point where they accidentally admit they’re racist? Well, apparently, for some members of the GOP, it’s as simple as asking them a direct question—one that forces them to either admit they’re racist or admit they don’t have the grasp on…
Jamaican reggae artist Jah Cure has been sentenced to six years in prison after being found guilty of attempted manslaughter in the Netherlands. Urban Islandz obtained court documents revealing Cure stabbed Dutch-Jamaican promoter Ricardo Blake in October 2021. Cure’s trial began in January. Grammy-nominated artist Jah Cure received six years behind bars in the Netherlands for…
OPINION: Russia and Ukraine play a significant role in the world’s food supply—now halted by war and sanctions. The impact could have a devastating effect on the lives of Black and brown people around the globe. Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. The…
Louisiana State Police investigators told lawmakers that commanders told them to suppress graphic video of the Black motorist’s final moments. BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana State Police investigators who pressed within days to charge troopers in the deadly 2019 arrest of Ronald Greene told lawmakers Tuesday that commanders rejected their concerns and told them…
Faculty at the HBCU calling for higher wages and better working conditions were set to strike today, but have reached a tentative agreement. A strike was considered imminent at one of the nation’s most prestigious HBCUs. According to an NBC News report, adjunct faculty at Howard University calling for higher wages and better working conditions…
