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When PepsiCo announced its $1.95 billion acquisition of prebiotic soda brand Poppi this week, it demonstrated a master class in strategic timing that business leaders of companies of all sizes should study. Recognizing the consumer shift PepsiCo’s move comes at a critical inflection point. As CEO Ramon Laguarta noted in
Some people have a knack for getting their money to work for them, while others seem to lack a plan past the next meal. If you’re in the latter category, figuring out how to build wealth and become financially stable may feel out of reach, but it doesn’t have to
President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order Thursday calling for the shutdown of the U.S. Education Department, according to a White House official, advancing a campaign promise to eliminate an agency that’s been a longtime target of conservatives. The official spoke on the condition of anonymity before an announcement. Trump
Teyana Taylor is over it. Tired of her divorce being the hot topic in everyone’s group chat, the multi-hyphenate star took to Instagram Live today to shut down the latest headlines surrounding her split from Iman Shumpert. “One thing y’all know I’ve done is be graceful. This whole time, I’ve
Sheria Smith was living her professional dream before getting laid off from the U.S. Department of Education. A Harvard graduate who’d helped children as a teacher before becoming a lawyer, Smith pursued public service over fancy, high-paid corporate positions early in her career so she could give back. That clarity
Jin J. X is set to release a new album, The Barefoot, Pregnant, Neckbeard, Marital Bed, String Band, an exciting departure from previous work. Described as an “Afrofuturist Odyssey” and a fresh take on country music, the album reflects Jin’s deep influences, blending traditional string band sounds with a modern
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Being a human in the public eye can be hard sometimes. While I’ve achieved nowhere near the level of fame and scrutiny of a person like Jess Hilarious—one of
After nearly three decades of bringing one of the most notorious grandmothers ever to life, Tyler Perry may be finally ready to put Ms. Mabel “Madea” Earlene Simmons to bed for good. The filmmaker and media mogul admitted he’s “sick” of the epic character during a recent appearance on “Good Morning
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday responded to public calls by conservative figures for President Donald Trump to pardon Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted in 2020 for the murder of George Floyd. Chauvin, who placed his knee on the neck of Floyd, an unarmed Black
Spring is officially serving up a fresh wave of Black storytelling on our screens. This season, Black stories are taking center stage across platforms, giving us everything from heart-racing action to heartfelt family drama. Whether you’re looking for a gripping mystery, a surrealist comedy, or an inspiring documentary, these upcoming
When PepsiCo announced its $1.95 billion acquisition of prebiotic soda brand Poppi this week, it demonstrated a master class in strategic timing that business leaders of companies of all sizes should study. Recognizing the consumer shift PepsiCo’s move comes at a critical inflection point. As CEO Ramon Laguarta noted in
Some people have a knack for getting their money to work for them, while others seem to lack a plan past the next meal. If you’re in the latter category, figuring out how to build wealth and become financially stable may feel out of reach, but it doesn’t have to
President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order Thursday calling for the shutdown of the U.S. Education Department, according to a White House official, advancing a campaign promise to eliminate an agency that’s been a longtime target of conservatives. The official spoke on the condition of anonymity before an announcement. Trump
Teyana Taylor is over it. Tired of her divorce being the hot topic in everyone’s group chat, the multi-hyphenate star took to Instagram Live today to shut down the latest headlines surrounding her split from Iman Shumpert. “One thing y’all know I’ve done is be graceful. This whole time, I’ve
Sheria Smith was living her professional dream before getting laid off from the U.S. Department of Education. A Harvard graduate who’d helped children as a teacher before becoming a lawyer, Smith pursued public service over fancy, high-paid corporate positions early in her career so she could give back. That clarity
Jin J. X is set to release a new album, The Barefoot, Pregnant, Neckbeard, Marital Bed, String Band, an exciting departure from previous work. Described as an “Afrofuturist Odyssey” and a fresh take on country music, the album reflects Jin’s deep influences, blending traditional string band sounds with a modern
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Being a human in the public eye can be hard sometimes. While I’ve achieved nowhere near the level of fame and scrutiny of a person like Jess Hilarious—one of
After nearly three decades of bringing one of the most notorious grandmothers ever to life, Tyler Perry may be finally ready to put Ms. Mabel “Madea” Earlene Simmons to bed for good. The filmmaker and media mogul admitted he’s “sick” of the epic character during a recent appearance on “Good Morning
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday responded to public calls by conservative figures for President Donald Trump to pardon Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted in 2020 for the murder of George Floyd. Chauvin, who placed his knee on the neck of Floyd, an unarmed Black
Spring is officially serving up a fresh wave of Black storytelling on our screens. This season, Black stories are taking center stage across platforms, giving us everything from heart-racing action to heartfelt family drama. Whether you’re looking for a gripping mystery, a surrealist comedy, or an inspiring documentary, these upcoming
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