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Biden to meet with Trump for White House tradition Trump broke four years ago

President-elect Donald Trump, the incoming 47th president of the United States of America, will meet with President Joe Biden on Wednesday in the Oval Office as part of a peaceful transition of power tradition at the White House. The peaceful transition of power dates back to 1801, when a president from the outgoing administration handed […]

Former Disney star Skai Jackson confirms pregnancy

Many watched actress Skai Jackson grow up as a cast member in the Disney family comedy “Jessie.” Now, she is all grown up and getting ready to be a mom. This week, the former Disney star confirmed to People magazine that she is expecting her first child with her boyfriend.  I’m thrilled to begin this […]

Will one of Denzel Washington’s final films be ‘Black Panther 3’?

Denzel Washington, who has been acting since the late ‘70s, is eying retirement, but not before he fulfills a bucket list, so to speak, in acting. While promoting his latest film, “Gladiator II” on Australia’s “Today Show,” the 69-year-old actor shared that one of his final roles will be one director Ryan Coogler is devising […]

Jordan Chiles makes her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit debut

New faces are joining the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit roster. This week, the magazine announced that Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles will be one of the many star athletes featured in the 2025 SI Swimsuit issue.  “We are thrilled to launch our shoot season for the 2025 issue with an extraordinary lineup of powerful female athletes,” Editor-in-Chief […]

Keke Palmer reflects on her turbulent experience working on ‘Scream Queens’

In her upcoming memoir, “Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative,” Keke Palmer reflects on her journey to understanding her value in both her personal and professional lives. During an interview with the Los Angeles Times, Palmer shared how the book covers an array of topics, including her experience on the set of […]

Review: ‘Gladiator II,’ with Denzel Washington, goes back into the arena

Rome teeters on the brink in Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator II.” Its fall is said to be imminent. The dream it once symbolized is dead. The once high-minded ideals of the Roman Empire have deteriorated across a venal land now ruled by a pale-faced emperor. On the throne is Geta (Joseph Quinn), who sits alongside his sniveling brother, […]

Spurs center Victor Wembanyama joins elite company through 82 career NBA games

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama had another monstrous outing that put him in the record books among some impressive company. Wembanyama had 34 points, 14 rebounds, six assists and three blocks as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Sacramento Kings 116-96 on Monday night. It was Wembanyama’s 82nd career game, […]

N.W.A., Janet Jackson and George Clinton get Songwriters Hall of Fame nominations

NEW YORK (AP) — Eminem, Boy George, George Clinton, Sheryl Crow, Janet Jackson, the Doobie Brothers, N.W.A. and Alanis Morissette are among the nominees for the 2025 class at the Songwriters Hall of Fame, an eclectic group of rap, rock, hip-hop and pop pioneers. Joining them on the ballot are Bryan Adams, with radio staples like “Summer of ’69” and “Have […]

Keep Employees Happy and Loyal With Corporate Volunteer Programs

These days, corporate social responsibility (CSR) is much more than just a buzzword. Your customers and investors are looking to do business with companies that support causes they believe in, such as health, education and environmental preservation. Unsurprisingly, this holds true for your employees as well. A 2024 Deloitte survey found that workplace volunteer opportunities […]