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There is no shortage of Black talent in all fields of design—but when it comes to a pipeline for that talent to be identified, fostered and succeed through their respective fields, the lack of access remains staggering. It’s a dichotomy acclaimed artist and academic Theaster Gates has long been on …

In an effort to close the achievement gap between Black and white students in Minnesota, one community college is looking to recruit more Black male teachers. Normandale Community College, located in Bloomington, has launched a two-year initiative called Sirtify that currently has a half-dozen participants who will become elementary and …

Naturi Naughton tied the knot over the weekend in a star-studded wedding in Atlanta.  Photo: Getty Images As reported by E! Online, the Queens star wed singer Xavier “Two” Lewis on April 2 at the St. Regis Buckhead Atlanta. The milestone comes after a year of dating, with Xavier proposing …

Federal agencies are not usually known for being funny. However, the Transportation Security Administration has managed to find humor in some of the most challenging situations. The bureau’s social media director Janis Burl and her team engage with Americans on the move and people traveling to the country on several …

There’s been a lot of chatter about Russell Wilson and Ciara as of late—namely, how the NFL star won the heart of the stunning singer. Recently, former Miami Dolphins linebacker-turned-podcaster Channing Crowder rudely speculated the entertainer’s interest must’ve been sparked by Wilson’s net worth—going so far as to call Wilson “square” as …

You may be too scared to eat her chicken, but Paula Patton is likely a very gracious hostess. At least, that’s what one would surmise from the actress’ very sweet response to the fried chicken fiasco that rocked social media early this week. Paula Patton presents an award onstage at …

(Getty Images) Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Fifty years ago, thousands of Black Americans ranging from politicians to grassroots organizers, demanded a unified political strategy to advance racial justice in the U.S. Half a century later, nearly …

She gave us Peace of Mind; now Taraji P. Henson is moving on to our bodies. The actress-producer-entrepreneur’s mission of encouraging self-care has gone skin-deep with the launch of Body by TPH, a skincare companion to her two-year-old TPH by Taraji haircare line. Taraji P. Henson, left, and Winnie HarlowPhotos: …

Every few years (or months), the internet engages in a hygiene debate highly demarcated by race. Use of washcloths, using said washcloths to wash one’s legs, how often sheets and towels should be washed, and where pets should be allowed in the home (Spoiler: NOT on your kitchen counters) have …

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 02: Aurora James speaks onstage at the 2022 Inaugural Fifteen Percent Pledge Benefit Gala on April 02, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for Fifteen Percent Pledge) On Saturday, April 2, the Fifteen Percent Pledge hosted its first-ever benefit gala …