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by Toter - 1 month ago

Atlanta Contemporary Unveils Spring 2025: Nine Exhibitions, 12+ Artists

Atlanta Contemporary’s Spring 2025 unveiling features nine exhibitions spotlighting diverse artists, including Courtney Brooks’ "Journey of a Black Girl" and Rosa Duffy’s "Tall and Wild Atlanta: 1984-1994." Brooks celebrates Black culture through fiber art, while Duffy curates a retrospective of Atl...

by Toter - 1 month ago

R&B Star Angie Stone Dies at 63: Heartfelt Tributes Flood In

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Fans mourn singer Angie Stone after her passing at 63 in an Alabama highway crash. Known for hits like “Wish I Didn’t Miss You,” Stone was a neo-soul pioneer. Tributes from celebrities poured in, remembering her legacy and impact on R&B and hip-hop.

by Toter - 1 month ago

Racial Disparities in NFT Avatar Valuations: Black vs. White

Carnegie Mellon University's study reveals NFT avatar race influences pricing, with Black avatars valued 30.7% less. Tech-linked traits reduce these disparities. Despite assumptions, young investors' biases persist. Scholars propose creators adopt policies to combat discrimination. New York and Harv...

by Toter - 1 month ago

Concerns Emerge Over WS/FCS Strategic Planning Steering Committee

Concerns over the WS/FCS Strategic Planning Steering Committee's selection process highlight diversity issues. With 60% of students being Black and Hispanic, representation is lacking. Critics, including Karen Cuthrell, demand more equitable inclusion. The committee is predominantly district employe...

by Toter - 1 month ago

Opinion: HUD Workforce Reductions Spark Housing Crisis

Large-scale protests in major cities, including Washington D.C., oppose drastic Trump administration job cuts. Despite public outcry, President Trump and Elon Musk plan to reduce HUD staff by 50%, impacting services for millions monthly. HUD cuts affect programs vital to Black homeowners, worsening...

by Toter - 1 month ago

DRC Declines Dialogue with M23 Rebels Amid Congo Conflict

By Semafor Africa Photos: YouTube Screenshots DR Congo rejects talks with rebels, fearing a humanitarian crisis. Kinshasa opts for direct dialogue with Rwanda, accusing it of backing M23, which Kigali denies. The eastern DRC conflict highlights army weaknesses, plagued by corruption. An expert lik...

by Toter - 1 month ago

A Political Commentary: Coup Clucks Clan

Terrance Afer-Anderson exposes the dangerous shifts in U.S. government under Trump and Musk, highlighting mass firings, media suppression, and authoritarian tactics. As democracy faces a new kind of coup, the urgency to resist has never been greater. #DefendDemocracy #FreePress #CoupClucksClan #Trum...