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Actor Andre Braugher’s cause of death released

The cause of death for beloved actor Andre Braugher has been confirmed. He died of lung cancer. His representative announced earlier this week he had passed away on Dec. 11, following a brief illness. On Dec. 14, the spokesperson confirmed Braugher...

Actor Andre Braugher’s cause of death has been confirmed

B. Marshall hires attorneys, threatens lawsuit against owners of PPG Plaza over Soul Food Festival

MORE THAN 20,000 PEOPLE ENJOYED THE 2023 PITTSBURGH SOUL FOOD FESTIVAL, HELD ON LABOR DAY WEEKEND IN DOWNTOWN. BUT THE OWNERS OF PPG PLAZA DON’T WANT THE FESTIVAL ON ITS GROUNDS ANYMORE. Owners don’t want Soul Food Festival on its grounds; B. M...

In Memoriam: John Brooks Slaughter, 1934-2023

John B. Slaughter, former chancellor of the University of Maryland and former president of Occidental College in Los Angeles, died on December 6 at a hospital in California. He was 89 years old. A native of Topeka, Kansas, Dr. Slaughter was a graduat...

A jail stay as a teen led me to advocacy, but incarceration leads many to ruin

Muhammad Ali Nasir, also known by his emcee name MAN-E, the advocacy, policy and civic engagement coordinator for 1Hood and founder of Community Care & Resistance In Pittsburgh, stands outside the Allegheny County Jail on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023,...

Drinking during holidays and special occasions could affect how you parent your kids

Getty Images Stock Photo by Bridget Freisthler, The Ohio State University How much alcohol do you typically drink in a week? A month? A year? Did your answer take into account how much you drink on New Year’s Eve? On Christmas? During the Super Bowl...

BELfund Supports Unemployed, Under-Employed Saint Lucians

The James Belgrave Micro Enterprise Development Fund (BELfund), 2023 island-wide outreach marketing initiative designed to promote self-employment and job creation opportunities for unemployed and under-employed low-income individuals across Saint Lu...

Zeus BNM releases hope restoration Anthem ‘Winner’ – Watch video here

By BigEyeUg Team In a bid to spread positivity and instill hope in the hearts of his listeners, Afro beats and Afro pop sensation Zeus BNM has unveiled his latest track, ‘Winner.’ The song is a celebration of victory and aims to bring...

Aubrey Bruce: The Steelers just don’t have the QBs to make a difference

Imagine this… As you prepare for an MMA or WBO fight, to sharpen your skills a sparring partner is hired. Miriam-Webster defines a sparring partner as: “Someone who helps a boxer practice: someone a boxer spars with for training.” &...

A road map for the lawful use of stop-and-frisk in Philadelphia – and elsewhere

Police officers talk to students during a recruiting event at Temple University. Robert Klemko/The Washington Post via Getty Images by Michael D. White, Arizona State University and Henry F. Fradella, Arizona State University Violent crime, and how t...

Alien Skin reveals that he turned down a collaboration request with Bobi Wine

The Fangone Forest CEO, Alien Skin says he turned down a collaboration with Bobi Wine. Alien Skin whose music related much with the ghetto people was seen as someone who walks in Bobi Wine’s image and would probably fill Bobi Wine’s void in...

Zari clarifies decision to delete husband Shakib’s photos from her IG

By BigEyeUg Team In a recent move that sparked curiosity among fans and followers, Zari Hassan, the renowned socialite and entrepreneur, has opened up about her decision to delete pictures of husband Lutaaya Shakib alias Shakib Cham, her signific...

Atlanta Hawks celebrate holiday season with Boyce L. Ansley School students

Boyce L. Ansley School students took part in arts and crafts with Hawk volunteer staff. Photo by Noah Washington/The Atlanta Voice This holiday season the Atlanta Hawks, in collaboration with the Lady Hawks, orchestrated a festive day for over 6...

The Atlanta Voice – December 15, 2023

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The City of Indianapolis joined UNCF to support higher education and celebrate the 16th annual UNCF Masked Ball 2023 – The Ball raised more than $460k

The UNCF Indianapolis Area Office proudly reports the successful conclusion of the 2023 Indianapolis Masked Ball held last Saturday on December 2, 2023. The formal black-tie benefit, held at the JW Marriott Indianapolis was attended by over 700 gues...