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Reporting television news and acting share storytelling and audience engagement, but Sheldon Ingram highlights a key difference. He asserts that television reporting lacks the extensive preparation needed for acting. A seasoned journalist and occasio...
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In 2025, AL.com’s “Beyond the Violence” initiative, alongside The Birmingham Times, explores Birmingham's potential to overcome its crime challenges. With a homicide rate peaking in 2024, significant funding and strategic actions are essential. Mayor...
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Carlton Peeples, special agent in charge of the Birmingham FBI, will retire on March 28, 2025, after over 27 years with the bureau. He expressed gratitude for leading the division and collaborating with dedicated agents in various investigations, emp...
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Celebrate Women’s History Month! Join us for a Native Plant Conference featuring Benjamin Vogt at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Enjoy weekly events like Blues Jam at True Story Brewing and Karaoke at The Nick. Don't miss amazing exhibits and fun acti...
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Spring symbolizes a fierce atmospheric clash, signaling winter's departure. This battle mirrors our own transitions in life—be it relationships, jobs, or habits. Embrace these challenges with resilience. Change is rarely easy, but it's essential for...
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March celebrates women, highlighting Mae Jemison, born in Decatur, Alabama, on October 17, 1956. The youngest of three, she pursued science and dance, attending Stanford at 16. In 1992, she became the first African American woman in space aboard the...
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Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin engaged in a Q&A session with Reddit users on March 17, as reported by AL.com. This interactive dialogue provided insights into his vision and plans for the city, fostering community engagement and transparency in...
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March 19 marks significant historical events: William Tucker, the first Black child born in America, likely arrived in Jamestown, Virginia, in 1620. Nat “King” Cole, born in 1919, became a trailblazing musician with groundbreaking television shows. H...
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On June 5, 2020, D.C. painted “Black Lives Matter” in 35-foot yellow letters, showcasing solidarity. Mayor Bowser now faces pressure from GOP leaders to remove it, amid legislation threatening funding. Despite efforts, the mural symbolizes ongoing ra...
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Tensions erupted in Roseau, Dominica, as police deployed tear gas and rubber bullets against protestors rallying for electoral reform. Opposition Leader Dr. Thomson Fontaine urged citizens to demand changes during Parliament's debate on the Electoral...
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Four students from the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Academy are under medical care after being hit by a runaway truck wheel on Monday. This shocking event occurred while they waited for a bus. The school is providing support and counseling services to...
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The proposal for a dedicated School Sports Commission has gained traction under the Pierre administration. This body aims to standardize school sports events nationwide, ensuring fair judging and scoring. Despite current management by the Ministry of...
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Indy Film Fest is partnering with the Indiana Filmmakers Network for the 2025 Indy Pitch Clinic on April 29 at The Box Indy. Local filmmakers can present their projects to industry experts. Awards include cash prizes and memberships. Applications cos...
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The first novel in The Origin Mystery trilogy is becoming a major film. Join A.G. Riddle’s online workshop on March 22 to learn about his transition from self-publishing to mainstream success. Registration is free for members until March 20 at www.ws...
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(Photo: Getty Images) Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good have reportedly married in a private ceremony at their Los Angeles home. Only their mothers attended, with Majors' mother officiating. The couple announced their engagement four months ago at the...