Tomas Kassahun

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Karine Jean-Pierre, Biden White House Press Secretary, Leaves Democratic Party

3 days ago | blavity.com | Tomas Kassahun

Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre is reflecting on her political career and answered some of the public’s most common questions while promoting her upcoming book, Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines. Promoting her book in an Instagram video on Wednesday, Jean-Pierre said people often ask her how the country finds a resolution in a time where democracy is threatened. “How do we get out of this? How do we protect our democracy?
Sanctuary Jurisdictions List Removed By DHS: Here's What To Know

4 days ago | blavity.com | Tomas Kassahun

The Department of Homeland Security is erasing a list of cities and counties that it recently labeled as “sanctuary” cities. The removal comes a few days after the DHS published the list on its website and claimed that the sanctuary cities are not in compliance with federal statutes.
DMV Scam Texts: Officials In Multiple States Send Out Warnings

5 days ago | blavity.com | Tomas Kassahun

Government officials in multiple states are warning residents about scammers who are sending malicious text messages to drivers. According to USA Today, the scammers are telling drivers that they have unpaid bills and their registration will be suspended if they don’t pay. The DMV scam has been reported in Illinois, Pennsylvania, Florida, New Jersey, Georgia, New York, and several other states, per USA Today.
IRS Sending $3,000 Tax Refunds To Some Taxpayers In June: Here's Who Is Eligible

6 days ago | blavity.com | Tomas Kassahun

The IRS is sending an average of nearly $3,000 to eligible taxpayers. As tax season arrives and the IRS gives refunds to taxpayers who overpaid in 2024, most recipients will get a payment of about $2,945 in their bank accounts. According to the agency, taxpayers can use the IRS’ “Where’s My Refund” portal to find out when they will get a payment. Who is eligible to get a refund from the IRS?
Rihanna's Father, Ronald Fenty, Dies At 70

6 days ago | blavity.com | Tomas Kassahun

Rihanna is grieving the loss of her father Ronald Fenty, who has died at age 70 after a brief illness. Fenty died in Los Angeles on Saturday, according to Starcom Network, but the official cause of his death is unknown. Rihanna was present with her father when he died, sources told Starcom. According to TMZ, obtained photos that showed Rihanna’s brother, Rajad Fenty, arriving at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on Wednesday.
What Happened To Elon Musk’s Face? Here's Why He Has A Black Eye

6 days ago | blavity.com | Tomas Kassahun

As he made an appearance at the White House on Friday for the final time as a special government employee, Elon Musk explained why he has a black eye. The Tesla CEO told reporters that it was his 5-year-old son X who gave him the black eye. “I was just horsing around with little X, and I said, ‘Go ahead, punch me in the face,’ and he did,” Musk told reporters, per the The New York Times. While it looked to be a painful punch, Musk said it didn’t hurt much when his child hit him.
'The Wire' Actor Tray Chaney's Son In ICU After Tornado Struck Their Georgia Home - Blavity

1 week ago | blavity.com | Tomas Kassahun

The Wire actor Tray Chaney has revealed on Instagram that his 18-year-old son Malachi Chaney has been seriously injured after a tornado struck his home in Henry County, Georgia. Chaney fought through tears as he posted a somber video on Instagram and told his followers that his son is fighting for his life in the ICU. “From me and my family My Wife & Son watching our house be built from the ground up to watching a tornado come through today at 3pm and tear it down!” Chaney’s post read.
Zion Williamson Faces Rape And Abuse Allegations In New Lawsuit

1 week ago | blavity.com | Tomas Kassahun

Zion Williamson is facing a lawsuit from his former girlfriend, who says the NBA star committed “sexual, physical, emotional, and financial” abuse against her, per Front Office Sports. The woman, who is only identified as Jane Doe from Seattle, said Williamson abused her continuously for five years starting from 2018 while he was still playing at Duke. According to the lawsuit, the abuse took place in Louisiana and multiple other states.
Stefon Diggs' Boat Video: Have The Patriots Said Anything About It?

1 week ago | blavity.com | Tomas Kassahun

The New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel spoke out on Wednesday after wide receiver Stefon Diggs was seen in a video where he appears to be holding a mysterious pink substance while partying on a boat with multiple women. Vrabel, who faced the media during Wednesday’s voluntary organized team activity, told reporters that the team is aware of the video. “Obviously, we want to make great decisions on and off the field.
Julian Fleming Accident: Former Penn State WR Seriously Injured In ATV Crash That Killed His Girlfriend Alyssa Boyd

1 week ago | blavity.com | Tomas Kassahun

Former Penn State football player Julian Fleming has been seriously injured following a fatal ATV accident that claimed the life of his 23-year-old girlfriend, Alyssa Boyd. According to 247 Sports, the accident occurred on Friday when Fleming was driving a 2024 Yamaha ATV with Boyd riding as a passenger. What happened in the deadly ATV crash involving Julian Fleming and Alyssa Boyd?