Hurricane Melissa bears down on Jamaica and threatens to be the island’s strongest recorded storm
KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Hurricane Melissa intensified into a Category 5 storm Monday as it drew closer to Jamaica, where forecasters expected it to unleash catastrophic flooding, landslides and widespread damage. At that strength, it would be the strongest hurricane to hit the island since record-keeping began in 1851. Blamed for seven deaths in the northern Caribbean as it headed […]
Federal food benefits and preschool aid to run dry starting Saturday if shutdown continues
Federal funds could begin running dry Saturday that help tens of millions of Americans to buy food for their families and send their toddlers to preschool if Congress doesn’t reach a deal by then to end the U.S. government shutdown. Funding for another program that helps mothers care for their newborns could run out the following week. Barring a resolution […]
Wanda Sykes says Will Smith eventually apologized after Oscars slap overshadowed her hosting moment
Will Smith’s slap of Chris Rock at the 2022 Academy Awards has spawned everything from a comedy special about it, a ban for 10 years for Smith, and more. According to Wanda Sykes, the Fresh Prince knew he was wrong immediately for putting his hands on the comedian and called her personally to apologize. In […]
Yes, the ground shook! Maryland feels rare earthquake just hours after two hit the Atlantic
“It was a 2.5 on the scale, but that’s still too much for me,” one Threads user wrote. Maryland typically doesn’t feel the Earth move unless it is Jayden Daniels doing something for the Commanders or Lamar Jackson ripping off a big play for the Ravens. However, on Monday evening (Oct. 27), residents quickly took […]
Kelis gives an update on her new expat life running a farm in Kenya: ‘It’s the African dream’
Kelis is sending her love from the Motherland. Earlier this month, the 46-year-old singer shared a glimpse of her life since relocating to Kenya with her three children, as reported by E! News. In a video update posted to her Instagram on October 8, the “Milkshake” singer explained why she made the leap with her […]
Michael Blackson reveals a friend had his baby two months after he welcomed son with fiancée
Looks like Michael Blackson welcomed two new bundles of joy recently. The 52-year-old comedian and actor revealed on Monday in an Instagram post that he welcomed not one but two baby boys by two different women. “The last few months God has blessed me, but in blessing me came a lot of pain,” the “Next […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs release date revealed as White House shuts down pardon claims
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ official release date has been set, marking the next chapter in a saga that’s captivated headlines. According to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, the music mogul is expected to walk free on May 8, 2028, after serving time for violating the Mann Act. This news comes after Combs was sentenced to over […]
‘Anti-woke is anti-Black’: California Gov. Gavin Newsom calls out attempts to drag America back to pre-voting rights
California Governor Gavin Newsom has been vocal about the Trump Administration and various policies and decisions since President Donald Trump assumed office for a second term in January. In a new interview with the “All The Smoke” podcast, Newsom isn’t mincing words about his thoughts regarding the conservative-majority Supreme Court and how it appears current […]
Grio Green Book: Royal Caribbean’s ‘Star of the Seas’ is the perfect family fun getaway
If you’re looking for the perfect family-friendly vacation then look no further than Royal Caribbean’s new crusie line ship, Star of the Seas. Pegged as “The World’s Best Family Vacation,” the latest cruise ship from Royal Caribbean aims to do everything big. From the massive waterpark and all of the entertainment to its very own […]
Hurricane Melissa Expected To Hit Jamaica As Category 5 Storm
by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton October 27, 2025 The Category 5 storm is expected to hit the island Oct. 27 Jamaica is bracing for the impact of Hurricane Melissa, as weather forecasts predict the Category 5 storm will hit the island Oct. 27. According to the Jamaica Observer, the Meteorological Service of Jamaica has issued a […]