The public nature of a pro athlete’s career path allows us to watch and wonder how we’d react under similar circumstances. Notwithstanding ginormous paychecks that make change easier to swallow, …
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Politics
Congress asks Biden-Harris admin to address discrimination against Black Mauritanians at border
by The Grioby The GrioHouse Democrats are urging the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to address civil rights violations that Black Mauritanians are encountering at the U.S. border. U.S. Rep. Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y., told…
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Two hosts of ABC’s “The View” have joined the list of celebrities opening up about using a prescription weight-loss medication for cosmetic purposes. While discussing Oprah Winfrey’s ABC project “An…
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Lifestyle
Beauty influencer Jessica Pettway, 36, dies from cervical cancer after fibroid misdiagnosis
by The Grioby The GrioJessica Pettway has died from cervical cancer after receiving multiple incorrect medical diagnoses. According to People, Pettway’s sister, Reyni Brown, confirmed her death via Instagram on Friday — nearly nine…
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Lifestyle
9 Black women who have transformed health and wellness throughout history
by The Grioby The GrioFor decades, Black women have been outnumbered in fields they stand to gain the most: health and wellness. However, in recent years, a dedicated few have broken barriers in both. …
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Over the past two years, there have been over eight million suspicious activity reports related to identity theft and income tax filing. This year will be no different. Scammers are…
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Politics
Judge clears way for Trump to appeal decision that allows Fani Willis to stay on election case
by The Grioby The GrioATLANTA (AP) — The judge overseeing the Georgia 2020 election interference case cleared the way Wednesday for Donald Trump and other defendants to appeal a ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani…
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Politics
Biden skipped visiting a Black church, and some Michigan Black community leaders feel alienated
by The Grioby The GrioSAGINAW, Mich. (AP) — President Joe Biden headed to Michigan last week to boost his support with Black voters and hedge against the growing opposition that the White House’s staunch support for Israel has…
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Lifestyle
If not Miami, where in the world should spring-breakers travel now?
by The Grioby The GrioAs March commenced, the City of Miami Beach Government made an official announcement severing ties with spring break revelers through a PSA video shared across its social platforms. Traditionally, spring…
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Lifestyle
‘Born Black’: A new exhibition offers a modern lens on Gordon Parks’ portrait of Black America
by The Grioby The GrioThe late Gordon Parks — director, composer, memoirist, and most famously, photographer — once wrote, “Some of us are born to be leaders, some to be followers. Some of us…