When 2025 arrives, so will the end of the amateur athlete in college sports
When the page turns on 2024, it will be time to say goodbye, once and for all, to the amateur athlete in college sports. In theory, the concept held on stubbornly via the quaint and now all-but-dead notion that student-athletes played only for pride, a scholarship and some meal money. In practice, the amateurs have […]
Waka Flocka Flame, Antonio Brown, and more to appear at Black conservative event on Inauguration eve
As Inauguration Day looms, more details about appearances, performances, and coinciding events, including those featuring Black folks, have been announced. On the eve of Donald Trump’s second inauguration, Jan. 19, 2025, the Black Conservative Federation is hosting a ball featuring celebrity appearances from Waka Flocka Flame, Antonio Brown, Fivio Foreign, and more. The Legacy of […]
Tina Knowles sets the record straight on her social media likes — and infamous typos
If Tina Knowles is going to do one thing, it’s air out her grievances on social media. The mother of Beyoncé and Solange Knowles discussed her social media habits and her penchant for sticking up for her loved ones on the Dec. 31 episode of “The Run-Through with Vogue” podcast. “I’m a protector of my […]
Natasha Rothwell is stepping into ‘main character energy’ in season 3 of ‘The White Lotus’
Is anyone putting “main character energy” on their 2025 vision boards? How about attempting to rebound after a difficult and disappointing year? The upcoming new season of “The White Lotus” may be for you. Natasha Rothwell, who had to stay mum about the upcoming third season of the anthology drama series, has finally revealed what […]
The Pentagon chief loses bid to reject 9/11 plea deals
WASHINGTON (AP) — A military appeals court has ruled against Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s effort to throw out the plea deals reached for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two other defendants in the 9/11 attacks, a U.S. official said. The decision puts back on track the agreements that would have the three men plead guilty to one of the deadliest […]
For 2025, a word to me and you, your momma and your cousin, too
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. 2024 was a rough year for me. From January through December, each month provided a different fire that had to be put out. And while all of those fires were extinguished, the residuals from […]
States with restrictive abortion laws often have less reliable safety nets for mothers and young children
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — States with restrictive abortion laws generally have more porous safety nets for mothers and young children, according to recent research and an analysis by The Associated Press. Tennessee is an example of how this plays out. Tennessee residents of childbearing age are more likely to live in maternal care deserts and […]
Lessons from the elections held in 70 countries in 2024
LONDON (AP) — When voters around the globe had their say in 2024, their message was often: “You’re fired.” Some 70 countries that are home to half the world’s population held elections this year, and in many incumbents were punished. From India and the United States to Japan, France and Britain, voters tired of economic disruption and global instability rejected sitting governments — and sometimes turned […]
Will New Year’s Eve be loud or quiet? What are the top 2025 resolutions? A new poll has answers
NEW YORK (AP) — If you’re planning on ringing in the new year quietly at home, you’re not alone. A majority of U.S adults intend to celebrate New Year’s Eve at home, according to a new poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. “As I’ve gotten older over the last few years, it’s […]
Six former Florida State players suing coach Leonard Hamilton over failed NIL payments
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Six former Florida State basketball players sued Seminoles coach Leonard Hamilton on Monday, alleging he failed to make good on a promise to get each of them $250,000 in name, image and likeness compensation. The plaintiffs — Darin Green Jr., De’Ante Green, Cam’Ron Fletcher, Josh Nickelberry, Primo Spears and Jalen Warley […]
