Meghan Markle has combined her previous role with her current one in support of a recent study examining the portrayal of moms in the entertainment and media industries. According to …
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Politics
More Black women cite abortion as top issue this election, poll says
by The Grioby The GrioWASHINGTON (AP) — More than a quarter of female Black voters describe abortion as their top issue in this year’s presidential election, a poll out Thursday from health policy research firm KFF reveals. The…
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Lifestyle
Drugmaker Eli Lilly releases ad criticizing people using weight-loss meds for cosmetic purposes
by The Grioby The GrioAhead of the 2024 Academy Awards, a major pharmaceutical company used a 30-second ad slot to criticize those taking their drugs for the wrong reasons — including Hollywood celebrities. Eli Lilly,…
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Lifestyle
Black in Style: Dwayne Johnson gears up to rock the skincare world
by The Grioby The GrioWhile most people might wonder about Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s workout regimen, the actor is encouraging men to get into his skincare. This week, the megastar launched a men’s personal…
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Politics
Watch: ‘The Hill with April Ryan’ amplifies the voices of Black women in the conversation about a court’s IVF decision
by The Grioby The GrioThis week, “The Hill with April Ryan” brings the voices of Black women to the national conversation on IVF after a controversial Alabama court ruling. Ryan chats with singer and…
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What do Lauryn Hill, Beyoncé, and Halle Bailey all have in common? Private pregnancies. The “Little Mermaid” star referenced Hill’s and Beyoncé’s private pregnancy journeys as she gave further insight…
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Lifestyle
Adidas spotlights Wanda Cooper-Jones’ efforts to keep son Ahmaud Arbery’s name alive in powerful documentary
by The Grioby The GrioIt’s been four years since a white father-and-son duo killed Ahmaud Arbery while he was jogging in Glynn County, Georgia — and his mother continues keeping his memory alive. In…
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Politics
Watch: ‘The Hill with April Ryan’ explores Black voters perceiving Trump as a threat and a recent IVF ruling
by The Grioby The GrioThis week’s edition of “The Hill with April Ryan” takes a look at the November general election as President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump get closer to clinching…
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Lifestyle
Red Carpet Recap: The Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards showcased leading-lady style
by The Grioby The GrioJust days away from the 2024 Academy Awards and on the eve of International Women’s Day, Black Hollywood celebrated some of its favorite women at the 17th Annual Essence Black…
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Politics
Congressional Democrats praise Biden after State of the Union address
by The Grioby The GrioDemocratic members of Congress were pleased with President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address. Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Md., told theGrio that the president did a good job of highlighting…