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The President of Morris Brown College Says HBCUs Pour Into the Black Middle Class Like No Other

Morris Brown College recently announced that its application for accreditation was approved, which will allow students to receive federal financial aid. Additionally, student degrees will be recognized by other schools and/or employers. Once Morris Brown College receives its accreditation, it

November 18, 2020

Learn Why Entrepreneur Matt Talley Will Have You “Diggin’ Thru The Crates”

For Matt Talley, an internship with local artists evolved into an opportunity to channel his entrepreneurial spirit. A hip-hop enthusiast at heart, Talley embraced his passion for music and created his own business. The record shop, Cool Kids Vinyl, appeals

November 16, 2020

7 Ways To Gain Funding For A New Invention

Have you ever had a spark of inspiration? A new idea for a cool product or tool, that you eventually sent to the land of forgotten dreams? Getting a new concept off the ground can be intimidating for new inventors.

November 16, 2020

Travel

5 City Travel Tips to Help You this Year

People are not traveling as much in 2020. It’s because of the pandemic and its direct and indirect consequences. Some people aren’t traveling because they’re worried about COVID-19, while others aren’t leaving their homes and exploring because they don’t have

November 16, 2020

Morris Brown College Accreditation Application Approved

Morris Brown College announced that its accreditation application with the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) has been approved.Dr. Kevin James, president of Morris Brown College, made the announcement on Wednesday, November 11.“This is history in the making.

STYLE

The 20 Best Kicks of 2020 (So Far)

While 2020 has not been the best year in a lot of ways, it has proven to be a banner year in the world of sneakers. This year has seen some of the hottest and most iconic sneaker drops, not

TheGrio’s Managing Editor Shares His Thoughts on the Responsibility of Black Media

Black media has evolved from the days of The North Star but one thing that remains the same is its duty to tell the stories of its audience. Black media is here to inform, educate and depict Black culture. Black-owned

[Giveaway] The CBD Coffee Body Scrub

I+I Botanicals CBD Coffee Body Scrub features fair-trade coffee from Yirgacheffe, a town in central Ethiopia, and is perfect for gently scrubbing away dead skin cells, increasing blood flow, and reducing the appearance of cellulite to give your skin an

Speak Up and Speak Out: Kevin Ross Talks Using His Platform for Change in the Black Community

Often in the music industry, we see many artists who go viral on social media and all of a sudden, they’re a famous rapper or singer. Trust me, nothing is wrong with that but what about the truly authentic artists?

Award-Winning Show “Giants” Comes to BET+ and Creator Hints at a Movie

Being a millennial is one thing that I can attest to very well. We are the generation that spearheaded technology and came up with new and exciting creations. One thing that people may say about millennials is that we add

November 11, 2020

Honoring Notable Black Veterans for Veterans Day

While Black people have served in the armed forces since the beginning of this country, it's rare for them to get recognition for their contributions. With Black people starting to get recognition for what they've done in all facets of

November 11, 2020

Attention, Men: These 6 Apps Will Help Keep You Healthy

As stressful days seem to become more frequent during the times we're living in, we are on our phones more than usual. In fact, we are all receiving our weekly update shaming us about our phone usage percentage over the

November 10, 2020

Seven Movie Classics to Stream on Netflix

Some movies stand the test of time and remain in the audience's memories for decades. Iconic moments, compelling characters, and unforgettable storylines are cinematic gold, which is cherished by old fans and enjoyed by the new. From science fiction to

November 10, 2020

Events

You’re invited to the #BLKLunchandLearn Virtual Panel

Join The Quintessential Gentleman's founder, Eric K. Thomas and Lifestyle Editor Que Jackson for the #BLKLunchandLearn. As #ATLLunchandLearn, Atlanta's premier networking mixer, celebrates 6 years, it has made some major changes. With a bolder vision and an increased need to

November 9, 2020

Interviews

Below Deck Mediterranean’s the “Southside” Group Discuss Family, Careers and Brotherhood

Season 5 of Bravo TV’s Below Deck Mediterranean "Southside" episode offers a diverse group of travelers and self-made entrepreneurs known as the “Southside” group. Viewers are introduced to four married couples: The Footes, The Bramwells, The Grahams, and The Lowes.

November 9, 2020

Sean Garrett “The Pen” Talks Brandy and Monica Verzuz and Paving the Way For Songwriters to Get Paid

Before the Verzus battle with The Dream, many may have not known how many songs Sean Garrett "The Pen" was responsible for writing. From Destiny Child's Lose My Breathe to Gwen Stefani's Now That You Got It, Sean Garrett's pen

November 8, 2020

Instruments To Learn By Yourself During Quarantine

Learning a musical instrument on your own requires a lot of dedication and perseverance. However, as an aspiring musician or a pro, here are some useful instruments that you might want to learn by yourself during quarantine. Knowing a thing

November 7, 2020

STYLE

10 Fly, Yet Practical Pullovers to Get You Through the Cold Months

Fall is the season of the pullover. A quality sweatshirt, crewneck or hoodie is a wardrobe essential during the colder months of the year. As we head deep into Fall and Winter, check out 10 fly, yet practical versions of

November 6, 2020