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In Atlanta, the dichotomy of “new” and “old” is a frequent topic. Yet, 404 Coffee in the historic Black Pittsburgh neighborhood transcends this debate. Here, owner Kelli Jones honors Atlanta's rich culture one brew at a time. “My goal in opening this...
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Dr. Otis Williams possesses a flair for making a memorable entrance, even if it's via phone. Exhibiting an admirable commitment to time, he pauses the interview momentarily—“four or five heartbeats”—for a brief technology check. Derrick Holmes, the C...
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Elon Musk openly criticized President Donald Trump’s legislative initiatives on Tuesday, branding them a “disgusting abomination.” On X, Musk articulated his discontent, denouncing the “massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill” as...
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Twenty-five courageous survivors of childhood sexual abuse recently gathered at the state Capitol, voicing their testimonies to help defeat Senate Bill 832. This legislation sought to impose stringent requirements for abuse claims, necessitating “cle...
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In remembrance of George Floyd, local activists commemorated the fifth anniversary of his tragic death with a march aimed at preserving his legacy and spotlighting the impact on the Black community. Floyd died on May 25, 2020, under the knee of a Mi...
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The alarming escalation of drowning incidents among Black Americans has become an urgent public health crisis, particularly since 2019. Recent statistics reveal that nearly 40% of Black adults lack swimming skills, with Black youths facing a threefol...
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"Lilo & Stitch" and "Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning" have once again captured the box office spotlight, following an unprecedented Memorial Day weekend. Alongside them, new releases like Sony's family-oriented "Karate Kid: Legends" and A...
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Research indicates that suicide rates among Black youth have surged by nearly 37% in recent years, with Black adolescents reporting higher attempts than their white and Hispanic counterparts. Additionally, Black and Native American students are 1.3 t...
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As the Senate engages in discussions over substantial changes to the recently passed House budget bill, experts and civil rights advocates raise serious alarms about its negative repercussions for Black Americans. The proposed budget cuts and tax inc...
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If one were to envision a quintessential Black superwoman, it would certainly be Sonja Prince-Ward. Juggling her role in an assisted living center, a governmental position, and spearheading her church's hospitality ministry, she epitomizes tenacity d...
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Stand-up comedian Nina G skillfully weaves her stutter and dyslexia into her comedy, transforming personal challenges into relatable humor. Yet, her mission transcends laughs; she champions representation in the arts. Based in Pleasanton, she emphasi...
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The eagerly awaited 2026 FIFA World Cup is merely a year away, with Atlanta poised as a crucial host city for this significant North American occasion. Concurrently, the FIFA Club World Cup is set to commence, featuring an exciting showdown between t...
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Emerging optimism marks the battle against cancer, highlighted at this year’s ASCO annual meeting, where leading pharmaceutical firms presented groundbreaking research that could redefine treatment for several aggressive cancers. Particularly profoun...
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For countless individuals confronted with a colorectal cancer (CRC) diagnosis, treatment constitutes only a segment of their journey. The emotional turmoil—fear, isolation, strained relationships, and profound physical changes—often remains unacknowl...
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A disturbing videotaped incident has incited widespread outrage as individuals from various backgrounds respond to footage capturing multiple white men assaulting a Black man while using racial slurs. The altercation took place late Friday night at P...