President-elect Trump considers executive order to save TikTok from US ban: report
President-elect Donald Trump is considering signing an executive order on day one of his administration to suspend the upcoming ban on TikTok in the U.S., the Washington Post reported. A law passed by Congress and signed by President Joe Biden in April 2024 mandates the shutdown of TikTok if its Chinese owner, ByteDance, does not […]
Juanita Tolliver explores how Shirley Chisholm and Diahann Carroll reshaped politics in her new book
This week marks the release of A More Perfect Party: The Night Shirley Chisholm and Diahann Carroll Reshaped Politics, the highly anticipated new book by MSNBC political analyst Juanita Tolliver. In an exclusive conversation with TheGrio’s Natasha S. Alford, Tolliver shared the inspirations behind her work, diving into the intersection of politics, celebrity culture, and […]
Meta Will Cut 5% of Workforce After Determining Low Performing Staff
Meta is cutting approximately 5% of its workforce, impacting over 3,000 employees, as part of a strategic shift toward focusing on artificial intelligence and smart technology. CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced this week in an internal memo to employees that the company will “move out low-performers” and incessantly focus on growth. Zuckerberg raises the bar on […]
Leveraging Social Media For Professional Growth: Do’s And Don’ts
In today’s digital world, social media has evolved beyond personal sharing; it’s become a powerful tool for career development. And with 74 percent of hiring managers admitting to screening candidates’ social media accounts, managing your online presence is more important than ever. Whether you’re starting out or looking to advance, knowing how to use social […]
17 trailblazing members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, in honor of their 117th’s founder’s day
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, the first historically Black sorority, has been a beacon of excellence and service since its founding on January 15, 1908, at Howard University. With over a century of impact, AKA boasts a remarkable roster of members who have excelled in diverse fields. Here are 17 notable women who embody the […]
5 albums from 2000 that remind us we’re officially grown, grown.
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. I’m sure there are people who study such things, but this time warped life that I live is wild and needs some examination. For instance, I can still vividly remember what my life was […]
How to Effectively Communicate With A Dominant (D) Personality
The DISC assessment is a popular and powerful behavioral profiling tool designed to improve workplace relationships and communication. Among the four personality types identified in the DISC model—Dominance (D), Influence (I), Steadiness (S) and Conscientiousness (C)—the dominant personality stands out for its decisive, results-oriented nature. Understanding how to effectively communicate with a D personality type […]
What You Should Know About 2025 Tax Changes
Could you get a raise next year—even if your employer doesn’t give you one? Maybe. If you’re on track to earn the same amount in 2025, you may see more in your paycheck thanks to adjustments to your taxes. In October 2024, the IRS released its tax law adjustments for the 2025 tax year, which […]
Former Paramount Pictures President David Paul Kirkpatrick Shares How to Tell a Good Story
Chatting with David Paul Kirkpatrick is similar to being captivated by a bingeable Netflix series. It doesn’t matter if you’re sipping cappuccino across from him in a café or perched in a tiny virtual Zoom square, the entertainment value is always bubbling under the surface, waiting for an opportunity to deliver a laugh or make […]
