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This week, The Atlanta Voice introduces “The Good, The Bad & The Braves.” Our new coverage highlights the Atlanta Braves' struggles and successes in a roundup format. Despite a rocky start, fans should remain optimistic as the season progresses. Expect thrilling moments ahead at Truist Park!
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Dorothy Gibbs, 97, voiced her plea to "save our parks" from her wheelchair at Rocky Mountain National Park, joining 900 protesters against mass firings in the National Park Service. These public lands, vital for education and community, face risks amid budget cuts. Protecting them is a patriotic dut...
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The FCC is investigating Disney's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, led by Chairman Brendan Carr. He questions their compliance with equal employment standards. Disney responded, expressing willingness to engage. Central to the scrutiny is Disney’s Reimagine Tomorrow initiative, which...
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BlackDoctor.org launched its inaugural Top Blacks in Healthcare Hall of Fame, celebrating 10 years of TBH. Eleven inductees were honored for their contributions to Black healthcare. The event showcased their journeys and achievements, marking a new era for BDO with President Akiwole Garrett leading...
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(By Terri Schlichenmeyer) Poetry can rhyme or take various forms, reflecting the creator's and reader's perceptions. This versatile art captivates through its structure and emotion. Discover unique poetry books by various authors that showcase this beauty.
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My grandparents faced significant challenges to secure their home. My grandfather abandoned school in fifth grade to aid his siblings. Their unwavering quest for homeownership—a valued aspiration for many of their era—embodies the resilient spirit of Black homeownership..
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As the 40-day “Target Fast” wraps up this Easter Sunday, many Black Americans share enduring changes in shopping habits and views on corporate accountability. “I’ve been avoiding Target for weeks,” remarked Wayne Shepherd, underscoring the protest's powerful influence on consumer decisions and corpo...
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The RAPID Survey Project at Stanford's Center on Early Childhood conducts vital national and local surveys to obtain crucial insights into the needs, health habits, and overall well-being of young children and their caregivers, aiming to deliver relevant and actionable data for better outcomes.
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(By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Senior National Correspondent) Is the resistance truly emerging? Kendrick Lamar's poignant Super Bowl question, “Are we really about to do it?” resonates in today's political landscape as former President Barack Obama and former Vice President Kamala Harris actively engage in...
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By Patti Zielinski (Newswise) — Over 7 million American girls aged 13 to 17 reside in states with abortion restrictions, including bans, gestational limits, or parental consent mandates. Rutgers Health researchers conducted this pioneering study, detailed in JAMA Pediatrics, exploring the impacts of...
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NBA icon Charles Barkley reignited his long-standing feud with San Antonio during the March Madness festival. Despite mixed crowd reactions, he humorously commented on the city's women, blending praise for San Antonio and Spurs coach Gregg Popovich with his controversial remarks. The TikTok response...
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205 million consumers face harm if the House repeals the CFPB’s overdraft rule. By Charlene Crowell. Amidst the turmoil and legal disputes from the new administration's actions, recent congressional decisions could burden consumers with over $5 billion in annual costs. Stay informed on these critica...
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When the 89th Masters Golf Tournament kicks off on April 10 at Augusta National, filmmaker Maryilene Blondell may not be a golf enthusiast, but she has established a lasting connection with the iconic Caddie Carl Jackson. Those familiar with his name understand the significance of this relationship.
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(By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Senior National Correspondent) Mica Whitfield, Co-President and CEO of 9to5, National Association of Working Women, cautions that the Trump administration's tariffs further harm vulnerable communities, particularly Black women. “These tariffs represent a tax on working indivi...
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U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks from Maryland, joined by Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), are opposing the Trump administration’s move to withdraw $12 billion in public health funding. This bipartisan coalition is advocating for continu...
