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Three prominent Black mayors from major U.S. cities engaged in a pivotal conversation about Black governance at the Pancakes & Politics forum in Detroit. With the city poised to elect its next mayor, the discussion was framed around real challeng...
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For Black youth in foster care, narrative craft serves as both a lifeline and a form of resistance.At eight, I received a small pink diary that became my sanctuary for self-expression. In it, I voiced my hopes, fears, and daily experiences without ju...
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During the initial months of Trump’s second term, his administration initiated a deluge of anti-immigrant policies while pardoning individuals convicted of white nationalism. This history hints at an ongoing battle to protect our communities. To addr...
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Diversity training reaches its peak effectiveness when personalized, reveals new research published in the journal Applied Psychology. Collaborating with Andrew Bryant, I developed an algorithm to detect participants' psychological personas during tr...
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Epic is indeed the fitting term for the groundbreaking new theme park emerging at Universal Studios. After 26 years, Orlando proudly introduces Epic Universe, marking the region's first significant theme park development in decades. The Atlanta Voice...
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Sacramento Republic FC is advancing its vision for a new downtown stadium in the Railyards, having submitted essential documentation to the city’s planning division before an important city council meeting scheduled for June. On Tuesday, club presid...
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Whether legal or not, Black women face the highest eviction rates. A recent study revealed that Black women of reproductive age, who experienced eviction during their lives, reported inferior health outcomes. Researchers surveyed over 1,400 Black wo...
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NFL owners have unanimously granted approval for players to partake in flag football at the 2028 Olympics. The decision, made during the spring meetings in Minnesota, empowers the league to negotiate essential safety measures and scheduling logistic...
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Jesse Hagopian initially encountered Malcolm X not through scholarly sources but through Spike Lee's iconic 1992 film. “It ignited my desire for deeper exploration,” Hagopian, an educator and director of the Zinn Education Project, reflects. He remem...
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The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated a civil rights inquiry into Chicago's hiring practices, following a letter sent to the mayor's office shared widely on social media. This announcement came on Monday, a day after Mayor Brandon Johnson arti...
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Angela Bassett radiated elegance on the red carpet Wednesday, May 21, during the Atlanta premiere of Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, the thrilling eighth entry in Tom Cruise's iconic action-spy series. Reprising her role as Erika Sloane—Tr...
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The Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT) is collaborating with Safe Kids Fulton County through its Safe Routes to School Program to enhance safety education for students at Hope Hill Elementary School. This initiative is part of a broader na...
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Mom's reassurance was unwavering. After her gentle reminder to care for your siblings, that message resonated deeply, never needing repetition. From that moment onward, a strong alliance formed; you became each other's protectors, a formidable unit t...
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On Saturday, May 3, Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park in Plano, Texas, joined forces with Hank’s Friends, a committed local nonprofit, to host an extraordinary community networking event. This exciting day combined adventurous outdoor experiences w...
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Throughout its three-decade journey, one lesson is crystal clear: missions become less daunting under Ethan Hunt's leadership, particularly with Tom Cruise at the helm. While the previous installment, Dead Reckoning Part One, delivered an enjoyable e...