After racist, sexist comment on Facebook, small-town Va. mayor under siege
By Patricia Sullivan, The Washington Post The mayor of a small Virginia town was facing calls to step down Monday…
After Generations of Inaction, U.S. Government Enacts Voting Rights Act | EJI, Equal Justice Initiative
By EJI Staff, EJI On June10, 1954, governors and representatives from twelve Southern states met in Richmond, Virginia, and resolved…
Mississippi Teen Who Has Languished In Jail For 17 Months Without An Indictment Is Just ‘One Of Thousands’
Sixteen-year-old William Haymon has spent more than 500 days in an adult jail in rural Lexington, Mississippi. There are no…
Michelle Obama: Former US first lady says she has ‘low-grade depression’
Former US First Lady Michelle Obama has said she is suffering from “low-grade depression” because of the pandemic, racial tensions…
Best Heavy-Duty Threads for Strong and Smooth Stitches – ARTnews.com
Usually made of synthetic materials and engineered to withstand high stress and tension, heavy-duty thread is best for sewing thick…
Philadelphia Museum of Art Lays Off 85 Employees—and More Art News – ARTnews.com
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Metropolitan Museum of Art Lays Off 79 Employees, Furloughs 181 – ARTnews.com
In yet another sign that the coronavirus pandemic is severely impacting even the largest of U.S. museums, the Metropolitan Museum…
Lorelei Ramirez’s ‘Art Is Easy’ Brings Comedy and Community to Twitch – ARTnews.com
Beneath an electric-blue waterfall, activists and government officials enjoy a Cézanne-worthy bathing party. In a blue bikini, champagne flute in…
Antonio Canova Sculpture Damaged, Visitor Turns Himself In – ARTnews.com
After damaging a sculpture by Italian Neoclassical artist Antonio Canova at the Museo Antonio Canova in Possagno, Italy, an Austrian…
Beirut Art Scene Rocked by Deadly Explosions – ARTnews.com
After two explosions shook Beirut’s waterfront neighborhoods yesterday, the city and its citizens are assessing the damage wrought by the…
Top Auction Houses See 79 Percent Drop in Q2 Revenue – ARTnews.com
According to a new report published by a London art market analytics firm Pi-eX, the top three public auction houses—Christie’s,…
Airline promises travelers a free funeral if infected with COVID-19
An Emirates plane is seen at Sydney Airport as racehorses exercise during a recovery session at Botany Bay on March…
Over 260 GA school employees quarantined 1 day after returning to class : TheGrio
McClure Health Science High School Georgia’s largest school district is reporting that 260 employees have either tested positive for coronavirus…
Former ‘Ellen Show’ DJ speaks out about toxicity on set : TheGrio
Comedian and talk show host Ellen DeGeneres listens to President Barack Obama before being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom…
New York man killed by falling tree caused by Hurricane Isaias : TheGrio
Residents try to move a downed tree blocking a road in a Brooklyn neighborhood as Hurricane Storm Isaias. (Photo by…
Protest leader Bush ousts 20-year US Rep. Clay in Missouri : TheGrio
Missouri Democratic congressional candidate Cori Bush gives her victory speech at her campaign office on August 4, 2020 in St.…
Minneapolis commission takes up proposal to disband police : TheGrio
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minneapolis commission is expected to take up a proposed amendment Wednesday that would dismantle the city’s…
NBA player Lou Williams regrets strip club meal
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA – AUGUST 04: Lou Williams #23 of the LA Clippers warms up before the game against…
Meghan Markle’s friends can stay anonymous in privacy case : TheGrio
LONDON (AP) — A British judge ruled Wednesday that the Duchess of Sussex can keep the names of five close…
The Black Eyed Peas – Hey Mama (Official Music Video)
REMASTERED IN HD! Music video by Black Eyed Peas performing Hey Mama. (C) 2003 Interscope Geffen (A&M) Records A Division…
‘I know better today’ : TheGrio
In 2016, Zoe Saldana wore a prosthetic nose and darkened her skin to play Nina Simone. Known as the High…
Talib Kweli banned from Twitter following dispute with Black woman : TheGrio
Talib Kweli performs onstage during OZY FEST 2017 Presented By OZY.com at Rumsey Playfield on July 22, 2017 in New…
Ted Cruz slams Oprah for race ‘lecture,’ calls it ‘racist BS’ : TheGrio
Ted Cruz (Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images) and Oprah Winfrey (Photo by Ari Perilstein/Getty Images for Laird Apparel LLC) On…
‘Squad’ member Rashida Tlaib wins primary in Michigan : TheGrio
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — “Squad” member Rashida Tlaib won a challenge for her House seat in Michigan’s primary, in a…
WNBA players sport ‘Vote Warnock’ tees in opposition of Dream co-owner : TheGrio
Elizabeth Williams (Twitter) The women of the WNBA have emerged as powerful voices of the Black Lives Matter movement year.…
Tulsa Massacre gravestones set up in protest of BLM mural removal : TheGrio
A mural painted on the side of Mad Dog Liquors is shown June 18, 2020 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. (Photo by…
NYC health commissioner resigns over de Blasio’s response to pandemic
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 02: New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Oxiris Barbot speaks on stage during Housing…
Congressional candidate Desiree Tims follows a legacy of defying odds : TheGrio
Desiree Tims is pictured in a promotional photo. (Credit: timsforcongress.com) “I stand on so many shoulders and I would not…
Migos rapper Takeoff sued by a woman for alleged rape at LA party
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 22: Takeoff of Migos performs at the 7th Annual BET Experience at L.A. Live Presented…
Ryan Reynolds and wife Blake Lively ‘deeply sorry’ for plantation wedding : TheGrio
Actors Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds attend the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on January…
Republicans helping Kanye West secure spot on 2020 ballot
(Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images) Is the Republican party trying to keep Kanye West on the ballot this November to…
Court won’t review life sentence for Black man accused of stealing clippers : TheGrio
Louisiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Bernette Johnson (Louisiana Supreme Court) A Black man who was convicted of trying to steal…
Michelle Obama reveals ‘low-grade’ depression on podcast episode
LOS ANGELES, CA – MAY 05: Former First Lady of The United States Michelle Obama speaks on stage at The…
Kelis is pregnant with third child: ‘We’re adding one more’
WASHINGTON, DC – MAY 19: Chef Kelis appears at Essence and Ford “My City 4 Ways” at Union Market on…
‘Living Single’ star Erika Alexander to take over Hillary Clinton’s social media
PHILADELPHIA, PA – JULY 26: Actress Erika Alexander delivers remarks on the second day of the Democratic National Convention at…
Biden says he hasn’t taken and doesn’t need a cognitive test
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee former Vice President Joe Biden delivers a speech at the William Hicks Anderson Community Center, on…
Officer who shot Rayshard Brooks files lawsuit, vacations in Florida
Rayshard Brooks was killed by Atlanta police officer Garrett Rolfe who may have violated terms of his bond in the…
Biden cites virus in decision not to accept Democratic nomination in person
A general view of the Wisconsin Center ahead of the Democratic National Convention on August 05, 2020 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.…
Married at First Sight’s Pastor Cal Gives Quarantine Marital Advice • EBONY
As a marriage coach for over twenty-five years, I know that even the best marriages have their own special challenges.…
How White Parents Can Talk About Race With Their Children Of Color
Amid the racial reckoning of the past few months, many parents have pledged to help build an anti-racist future for…
His Effort by Ernie Barnes – October Gallery
Price: $575 NOW $475His Effortby Ernie BarnesLimited Edition GicleeEstate Stamped / Edition 100Authenticated by the Ernie Barnes Family TrustSize: 31″…
Police dash-cam captures deadly shooting at Arizona Walmart
Cottonwood Police released a video of the violent encounter, which shows how the confrontation unfolded on 21 March, after officers…
We Asked Youth Climate Leaders What It Would Take for Joe Biden to Win Their Vote
They wanted Bernie, but now they’re stuck with Joe. Subscribe to VICE News here: http://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-VICE-News Check out VICE News for…
Coronavirus: govt "sorry if people feel there have been failings" as deaths rise – BBC News
The Home Secretary Priti Patel has said the government is “sorry if people feel there have been failings” to provide…
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California shuts down again as COVID-19 cases surge
California rolls back on reopening as cases of the novel coronavirus climb. Restaurants, bars, malls, gyms, salons are being shut…
Time to Get Serious! Medvedev Announces Plan to Restore Russia’s Iconic Volga River!
Subscribe to Vesti News https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa8MaD6gQscto_Nq1i49iew?sub_confirmation=1 On Thursday, the first results of the … source
Is Turkey's 'pause' in offensive against Syrian Kurds holding? | DW News
Turkey has agreed to a ‘pause’ in its military operation in northern Syria. Under the agreement, Ankara will halt fighting…
Malaysia's parliament to meet on Mar 2 to determine new PM: Mahathir
There will be a special sitting of Malaysia’s parliament on Mar 2 to try to work out who will be…
Artemisia: plant behind Madagascar's purported virus cure
Covid-Organics, a herbal tea presented by Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina as a remedy against the deadly Covid-19 pandemic, is made…
A 10-year $500M deal is a win for Patrick Mahomes & Chiefs — Nick Wright | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Super Bowl Champion quarterback Patrick Mahomes has reached an agreement with the Kansas City Chiefs for a 10 year contract…
Race Relations Between Mexicans and African Americans Are Poor Because Of Lack Of StructuRe.
The lack of structure in the black community is one of the main reasons things are going from poor to…
They came from Chicago’s West Side to become the nation’s first all-Black high school rowing team
By Timothy Bella, The Washington Post On the long walks to and from school, Arshay Cooper thought God existed everywhere…
‘Alarming’ rate of cyberattacks aimed at major corporations, governments and critical infrastructure amid COVID-19: Report
Interpol says that attackers have switched focus away from individuals. August 4, 2020, 5:20 PM 4 min read Share to…
Husband Of L.A. District Attorney Charged With Pulling Gun On Protesters
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The husband of Los Angeles District Attorney Jackie Lacey has been charged with pointing a gun…
Hair loss may be a coronavirus symptom, study finds
A recent survey identified dozens of potential long-term coronavirus symptoms that had previously been unreported, including hair loss. The study…
From the Pocket by Ernie Barnes – October Gallery
Price: $575 NOW $475From the Pocketby Ernie BarnesLimited Edition GicleeEstate Stamped / Edition 100Authenticated by the Ernie Barnes Family TrustSize…
Beirut explosion generated seismic waves equivalent of a magnitude 3.3 earthquake
Hani Abughazaleh and friends had been fishing off the coast of Beirut, Lebanon. “We heard a couple of small explosions…
COVID-19 measures could disrupt rare polio-like disease
Health experts say the coronavirus pandemic might disrupt another disease: a rare paralyzing illness that has been hitting U.S. children…