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Shay Youngblood, writer of ‘Black Girl in Paris’ and ‘Shakin’ the Mess Outta Misery,’ dead at 64
A writer whose work gave voice and vision to the lives of generations of Black women has died. Author and playwright Shay Youngblood, perhaps best known for her semiautobiographical novel “Black Girl in Paris” and similarly reflective, nationally staged play, “Shakin’ the Mess Outta Misery” (based on her book, “The Big Mama Stories”), died of ovarian cancer on June 11 in Peachtree City, Ga., according to the New York Times. She was 64.
Gifts keep coming for college athletes, who now can celebrate with weed
There’s never been a better time for young athletes with the potential to play in college. And life keeps getting sweeter for them. After gaining the right to monetize their name, image and likeness (NIL) three years ago, athletes like Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders and teammate Travis Hunter have deals worth millions. Last month, Florida joined over 30 states that give high school athletes the same right to make NIL money.
‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’ star Keke Jabbar dies at 42
“Love & Marriage: Huntsville” reality TV personality Keke Jabbar has died at the age of 42, her family announced on Tuesday. Jabbar died “peacefully at home surrounded in love,” the family shared in a statement to YouTube vlogger Marcella Speaks, who was the first to report the news.
Today is Black Hair Independence Day. How free are we to express ourselves?
This CROWN Day, also known as Black Hair Independence Day, there is quite a lot to celebrate. Since the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair (CROWN) Act was first signed into law in California on this day five years ago, prohibiting racial discrimination based on hair texture and protective hairstyles in the workplace and public schools, more than half of the country (27 states) has adopted the policy or enacted their own version.
I used to say kids aren’t expensive. I used to say really stupid things.
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. I used to say some foolish things. For instance, I used to be one of those people who would tell you that kids don’t cost that much. That response would usually be a retort to a person who said they didn’t want to have kids because of the money you have to spend. Now, I realize that statement was terribly misguided, at best, and an outright lie, at worst, and I really have no idea why I’d say such poppycock.
‘Pray for us as you pray for others’: Sheryl Lee Ralph is among those bracing themselves for Hurricane Beryl
Thousands of people across the Caribbean are bracing themselves for Hurricane Beryl’s landfall, including Emmy-award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, who is currently visiting her home country, Jamaica. Around midnight on Wednesday, the “Abbott Elementary” star shared a video update on X. “From the looks of the sky,...
Colman Domingo says Michael Jackson biopic will ‘shine a different light’ on ‘complicated’ star
Colman Domingo opens up about the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic. The 54-year-old actor, who stars as Jackson patriarch Joe Jackson in the film, told Entertainment Tonight that “Michael” will “shine a different light on Michael Jackson.” The biopic will show the King of Pop’s “triumphs and tragedies on an epic, cinematic scale — from his human side and personal struggles to his undeniable creative genius, exemplified by his most iconic performances,” according to the official synopsis.
Angela Simmons ‘deeply regrets’ wearing gun-shaped purse to BET Awards
The 2024 BET Awards were filled with viral moments that have had social media buzzing in the days since. Amid the think pieces, critiques, and online discourse, many raised a brow at Angela Simmons’ red carpet look. On Sunday, Simmons stepped onto the award show’s carpet in a strapless, emerald green Casze Atelier gown paired with a green bedazzled gun-shaped clutch.
Watch: 5 questions with Ta’Rhonda Jones
Would you date someone you’ve never met? Well, that’s the concept for OWN’s “The Never Ever Mets.” The reality show invites couples to a house for three weeks who have been dating virtually, but have never met in person. It recently was renewed for a second season, and the show’s host, Ta’Rhonda Jones, stopped by theGrio for our newest series, “5 Questions with…”, where we go one-on-one with some of today’s biggest tastemakers. She discussed what to expect from “The Never Ever Mets,” whether she would date someone without meeting them, MCs who have inspired her, and more.
How racism, terrorism and police brutality paved the way for presidential immunity
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that laws don’t apply to presidents. “Under our constitutional structure of separated powers, the nature of Presidential power entitles...
High court passes on case of Georgia man on death row who says Black jurors were wrongly purged
ATLANTA (AP) — The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to consider the case of a Black man on death row in Georgia who says his trial was unfair because the prosecutor improperly excluded Black jurors. Warren King, 48, was convicted of murder and other crimes in the September...
FDA approves a second Alzheimer’s drug that can modestly slow disease
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. officials have approved another Alzheimer’s drug that can modestly slow the disease, providing a new option for patients in the early stages of the incurable, memory-destroying ailment. The Food and Drug Administration approved Eli Lilly’s Kisunla on Tuesday for mild or early cases of...
Arthur Crudup wrote the song that became Elvis’ first hit. He barely got paid
FRANKTOWN, Va. (AP) — Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup helped invent rock ‘n’ roll. His 1946 song “That’s All Right,” an easygoing shrug to a lover, would become the first single Elvis Presley ever released. Rod Stewart would sing it on a chart-topping album. Led Zeppelin would play it live.
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese headline WNBA All-Star team that will face US Olympic squad
NEW YORK (AP) — Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will team up on the WNBA All-Star team to play against the U.S. Olympic team led by A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart. The pair of remarkable rookies were selected Tuesday by a combination of votes from the media, players and fans as well as the league’s 12 coaches to play in the game in Phoenix on July 20. It’s the 20th All-Star Game in the league’s history.
Usher and Janet Jackson headline 30th Essence Festival of Culture
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The best of Black culture’s policymakers, thought leaders, creatives, spiritual gurus, business movers and shakers, health experts and, of course, musical talent are poised to converge in New Orleans over the Fourth of July weekend as part of the Essence Festival of Culture. The...
Bronny James says he can handle ‘amplified’ pressure of playing for Lakers with his famous father
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Bronny James says the opportunity to play professionally alongside his famous father played no role in his decision to enter the NBA draft. Now that the 19-year-old son of LeBron James has been selected by the Los Angeles Lakers anyway, Bronny says he can still handle all the extra attention and pressure while the James family makes basketball history.
Hurricane Beryl roars toward Jamaica after killing at least 6 people in the southeast Caribbean
KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Hurricane Beryl was roaring toward Jamaica on Wednesday, with islanders scrambling to make preparations after the powerful Category 4 storm earlier killed at least six people and caused significant damage in the southeast Caribbean. In Kingston, people boarded up windows, fishermen pulled their boats out...
The flavor of love? Red Lobster announces new Flavor Flav combo meal
After taking it into his own hands to save Red Lobster from ruin, Flavor Flav is getting his own menu item. The seafood chain restaurant announced that starting Monday, for a limited time only, guests can dine like the rapper. The chain has partnered with him to release a combo meal featuring some of his favorite menu items.
Why these Black voters won’t give up on Joe Biden
Depending on who you ask, last week’s presidential debate was the unofficial end of President Joe Biden’s campaign for reelection or a new beginning. On one side, major editorial pages and politicos called for the president to step aside after a high-stakes debate during which he lost his train of thought at crucial moments and struggled to respond effectively to the onslaught of lies from former President Donald Trump.
Jonathan Owens says ‘no words’ can describe his pride in Simone Biles
Simone Biles will officially be headlining the USA gymnastics team when she competes in her third Olympics later this month, and her husband, Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens, is already extremely proud. After news broke Sunday that the 27-year-old gymnast, had, in fact, qualified for her third Olympic Games during...
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