Source: Photo via CBS News Philadelphia / Tia and Jasmin Criss Congratulations are well deserved for twin sisters Tia and Jasmin Criss, seniors at Cheyney University, who are preparing to graduate as valedictorian and salutatorian, according to CBS News. “It’s sort of surreal,” said Tia Criss, who is three minutes older than her sister. “We…
Source: Anadolu / Getty Friday marks International Workers’ Day, or as it’s more commonly known, May Day. Building on the consistent No Kings Protests that have occurred throughout President Donald Trump’s second term, Friday’s May Day protests are set to take place across the U.S., with thousands expected to attend. NPR reports that “May Day…
WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 31: Pras Michel, a member of the 1990’s hip-hop group the Fugees, arrives at U.S. District Court on March 31, 2023 in Washington, DC. Michel is on trial for his alleged participation in a campaign finance conspiracy. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) Michel was sentenced in November 2025 after a federal…
TheGrio is the new home of the BLK Bestsellers List. The partnership with the African American Literature Book Club brings real sales data and editorial power together to celebrate Black authors, and the readers who show up for them. New York, NY — May 1, 2026— TheGrio, a leading digital media platform covering Black news,…
A combative Pete Hegseth argued with lawmakers, repeatedly defended President Donald Trump’s vastly unpopular and unapproved war on Iran and even lashed out at former President Joe Biden during fiery testimony before a House committee on Capitol Hill this week. A belligerent Defense Secretary appeared before the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday, April 29,…
Source: Theo Wargo / Getty President Donald Trump has withdrawn his nomination of Dr. Casey Means, his pick for surgeon general, whose confirmation was stalled after congressional Democrats and some Republicans opposed her due to her views on vaccines, her lack of medical experience, the fact that she’s not a practicing physician and does not hold…
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JUNE 15: Savannah James (L) and NBA player LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers attend a game between the New York Liberty and the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob ULTRA Arena on June 15, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Liberty defeated the Aces 90-82. NOTE TO USER: User expressly…
Simone Biles is one of the most decorated gymnasts and has earned most of her salary through endorsement deals. The 29-year-old is side-eyeing the lavish lifestyle after completing her multi-million dollar home with her husband, NFL player Jonathan Owens. Now she’s saying she’ll be “staying inside for the foreseeable future.” But fans aren’t quite sure…
SAN ANTONIO, TX -APRIL 28: Julian Champagnie #30 of the San Antonio Spurs celebrates with Victor Wembanyama #1 and De’Aaron Fox #4 after they defeated the Portland Trailblazers of Game Five of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Frost Bank Center on April 28, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User…
The internet is outraged after a woman took an argument too far at a Texas gas station by kicking a man’s luxury car and calling him “retarded.” The video, posted Wednesday by @Thefactsdude on X, shows a woman kicking a black Corvette parked at a gas pump. Karen kicks a man’s luxury car at a…
