Jimmy Carter, a forever president who brought decency to American politics
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. President James Earl “Jimmy” Carter, who died on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, at the age of 100, will best be remembered for bringing two Middle Eastern foes to the table at Camp David and facilitating the signing […]
Former President Jimmy Carter, a proponent for Black civil rights, dead at 100
Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States and longest-lived former commander-in-chief, has died at the age of 100. In February of this year, Carter made the decision to begin in-home hospice care without further medical treatment for brain cancer. Carter was diagnosed in 2015 and initially recovered from the cancer before it later […]
South African retrospective exhibition honors the colorful work of artist Esther Mahlangu
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — A boldly patterned BMW stands at the entrance of the Wits Arts Museum in the vibrant Johannesburg neighborhood of Braamfontein. Its bright geometric shapes are part of 89-year-old South African artist Esther Mahlangu’s unmistakable style. The car is the centerpiece of an exhibition honoring her and her work. The BMW, commissioned by the […]
What We Can Learn From Jimmy Carter’s Legacy of Thoughtful Leadership
Whether you’re fresh out of school or have long been making the corporate rounds, honing your leadership skills can help you charter a quicker path to success. For those seeking inspiration, look to the example of the late former president Jimmy Carter. While he spent only one term in office (1977-1981), his legacy of thoughtful […]
Netflix’s ‘Missing You’ lands in time for New Year binge watch
LONDON (AP) — It’s Netflix’s resolution every new year to give viewers a headscratcher in January. Since 2020, the streamer has released a U.K. miniseries based on a thriller book by Harlan Coben over the holidays. It seems to have paid off: “Fool Me Once,” starring Michelle Keegan, Adeel Akhtar and Joanna Lumley, launched this past January and became […]
Navigating Scandal: How to Come Back From the Brink
A famous quote by Will Rogers says “It takes a lifetime to build a good reputation, but you can lose it in a minute.” Indeed, today’s 24-hour news cycle and often toxic social media climate can leave little room for missteps, miscues and lapses in judgment in business and social settings alike. Nevertheless, scandals of […]
Need winter break ideas? ‘Paw Patrol Live!’ delivers fun music, dancing, and a diverse cast our kids will love.
Winter break is that time of year when holiday magic happens, schedules are all over the place, and kids have the time of their lives. If you’re a parent, you know it also means that finding fun things to do usually falls on you—but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! If you’re looking for a […]
10 tips from experts to help you change your relationship with money in 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — With the end of 2024 around the corner, you might be reflecting on financial goals for 2025. Whether you’re saving to move out of your parents’ house or pay off student loan debt, financial resolutions can help you stay motivated, said Courtney Alev, consumer advocate for Credit Karma. “Entering a new year doesn’t erase all […]
