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Source: Andrew Harnik / Getty The state of the American military under President Donald Trump’s second term is in disarray, with troops seeking to leave as conscientious objectors in “skyrocketing” numbers because of the gross mismanagement of the armed forces by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.According to reports, “the number of service members seeking a formal discharge from the military as conscientious objectors has skyrocketed, according to two groups that […]

✕ Sybil Wilkes is back with What We Need To Know breaking down the stories shaping our communities in her latest “What We Need to Know” segment, and each one deserves our attention. Mail Voting Order Clears Its Final Hurdle A federal judge in Boston has officially lifted the final injunction that blocked President Trump’s nationwide mail voting executive order. The ruling came after the judge granted a formal Justice […]

Source: Smith Collection/Gado / Getty As we’ve previously reported, since the start of President Donald Trump’s second term, the Department of Homeland Security has significantly lowered the standard for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recruitment. The administration has confirmed that it reduced the number of days new recruits must train before hitting the streets. It waived age limits for new applicants. It sent new recruits into the field without proper […]

Mitchell Layton There comes a time when the good old “fake-it-until-you-make-it” approach doesn’t always work, and the highly-competitive Physician Assistant Program at Duke University is definitely not the place for it. Influencer Angel Victoria Murdock unfortunately had to find that out the hard way after she spent the past two years not only looking the part but even faking credentials on social media, only to recently get exposed by actual […]

Samuel Monroe Jr., an actor who landed roles in several street-themed classics in the 1990s, has died after a recent hospitalization. According to a post from his mother, Samuel Monroe Jr. died early Thursday morning (August 27). Samuel Monroe Jr. played the role of Ilena’s cousin in Menace II Society, directed by The Hughes Brothers. For viewers of the film, Monroe’s character confront’s Tyrin Turner’s Caine character and was assaulted, […]

Source: Tom Hill / Getty Tim Curry, ‘Rocky Horror’ and ‘IT’ Star, Dies at 80 Tim Curry, the legendary British actor whose unforgettable performances made him a cult favorite across generations, has died at age 80. Curry died at his home in Los Angeles, according to reports. His longtime manager and friend, Marcia Hurwitz, confirmed his death. A cause of death has not been disclosed. Curry became an international star […]

Source: Arturo Holmes / Getty LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Muhammad Ali Center has named legendary NFL quarterback, civil rights activist and entrepreneur Colin Kaepernick as the recipient of its ‘Humanitarian of the Year’ award. Kaepernick will receive the honor at the 13th annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards, the Center’s largest annual fundraiser to support the Center’s mission-based programs and events. It will take place on November 7 in Louisville, KY. Kaepernick […]

Source: NATALIA KHIMICH / Getty Your home is supposed to be your safe space, but some of the everyday products and materials inside it could expose you to chemicals and substances that have been linked to cancer. TRENDING: America’s 10 Cheapest States To Live In 2026 From the kitchen to the living room, certain household items may release potentially harmful chemicals over time, particularly when they are damaged, heated or […]

Source: Kexin Guo / Getty Today, Aug. 26, is National Dog Day. Giving dog lovers across the country another reason to celebrate their four-legged family members. Americans have plenty of favorite breeds, from small companion dogs to larger breeds known for their loyalty, intelligence and energy. But which dogs are the most popular in the country right now? | Related: Chris Brown Ordered To Pay Housekeeper $13 Million Over Dog Attack […]