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Hammonds House Museum Receives $100k Grant from The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts
atlantadailyworld.com Hammonds House Museum Receives $100k Grant from The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts | Atlanta Daily WorldHammonds House Museum has received a $100k grant from The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts to help support their exhibitions and programming from the summer of 2024 through the summer of 2026. Upcoming exhibitions will include art from the Hammonds House Museum permanent collection and art...
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! Hammonds House Museum has received a $100k grant from The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts to help support their exhibitions and programming from the summer of 2024 through the summer of 2026. Upcoming exhibitions will include art from the Hammonds House Museum permanent collection and artwork by national and international artists of African American descent … Continued
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Review: ‘Babble Lab’ breaks up narrative to make tantalizing alphabet soup
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Whoever said that spectacle and depth are mutually exclusive must not have...
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‘Project 2025’ Trends After Taraji P. Henson’s Comments At BET Awards
atlantadailyworld.com 'Project 2025' Trends After Taraji P. Henson's Comments At BET Awards | Atlanta Daily WorldPhoto: Getty Images Taraji P. Henson’s call to the BET Awards audience to do their research ahead of the 2024 presidential election appears to have been successful. On Sunday (June 30), Henson hosted the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, where she urged the audience to stay informed...
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! Photo: Getty Images Taraji P. Henson’s call to the BET Awards audience to do their research ahead of the 2024 presidential election appears to have been successful. On Sunday (June 30), Henson hosted the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, where she urged the audience to stay informed on new laws and … Continued
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Mother and Son Team Ink 7-figure Deal for Hair Care and Beauty Supplies
atlantadailyworld.com Mother and Son Team Ink 7-figure Deal for Hair Care and Beauty Supplies | Atlanta Daily WorldThe Clevealnd-Canton-Akron, Ohio area is among the best-kept Black lifestyle secrets in the Midwest. Enclave after enclave of middle-class Blacks are enjoying relatively good standards of living in the northeast region of the state. With an African American population of only slightly more than 10 p...
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! The Clevealnd-Canton-Akron, Ohio area is among the best-kept Black lifestyle secrets in the Midwest. Enclave after enclave of middle-class Blacks are enjoying relatively good standards of living in the northeast region of the state. With an African American population of only slightly more than 10 percent, minority business owners are managing to thrive in the … Continued
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YSL Trial On Hold, Judge Ural Glanville Faces Recusal Following Secret Meeting With Witness
atlantadailyworld.com YSL Trial On Hold, Judge Ural Glanville Faces Recusal Following Secret Meeting With Witness | Atlanta Daily WorldThe drama continues in the YSL trial 100 days after its initial start. Judge Ural Glanville announced that the trial will be put on hold until another judge decides if he should be recused. The motion to have Glanville removed from the trial came from Young Thug’s attorney Brian Steel who spoke out...
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! The drama continues in the YSL trial 100 days after its initial start. Judge Ural Glanville announced that the trial will be put on hold until another judge decides if he should be recused. The motion to have Glanville removed from the trial came from Young Thug’s attorney Brian Steel who spoke out on June … Continued
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Atlanta Barbershop Owner Says He Was Misled By Republican Political Event, Trump Campaign Responds
atlantadailyworld.com Atlanta Barbershop Owner Says He Was Misled By Republican Political Event, Trump Campaign Responds | Atlanta Daily WorldAfter hosting a Trump event last week, an Atlanta barbershop owner is now alleging he was misled about the political nature of the event. It’s now resulted in a significant downturn in business since. Rocky Jones, the owner of Rocky’s Barbershop in Buckhead, claims he was approached by a friend to ...
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! After hosting a Trump event last week, an Atlanta barbershop owner is now alleging he was misled about the political nature of the event. It’s now resulted in a significant downturn in business since. Rocky Jones, the owner of Rocky’s Barbershop in Buckhead, claims he was approached by a friend to host a roundtable for … Continued
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Mielle Organics Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary, Releasing Exclusive Athleisure Collaboration With Actively Black
atlantadailyworld.com Mielle Organics Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary, Releasing Exclusive Athleisure Collaboration With Actively Black | Atlanta Daily WorldMielle Organics, a trailblazing name in the haircare industry, is marking its 10-year anniversary with an exciting new partnership. The brand’s founder, Monique Rodriguez, recently unveiled a collaboration with the athleisure brand Actively Black, alongside the introduction of the exclusive “Mielle...
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! Mielle Organics, a trailblazing name in the haircare industry, is marking its 10-year anniversary with an exciting new partnership. The brand’s founder, Monique Rodriguez, recently unveiled a collaboration with the athleisure brand Actively Black, alongside the introduction of the exclusive “Mielle Pink” Pantone shade. Reflecting on the brand’s journey, Rodriguez shared, “Starting a decade ago … Continued
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For an embattled press, debate generates more conclusions than curiosity
saportareport.com For an embattled press, debate generates more conclusions than curiosity - SaportaReportRead For an embattled press, debate generates more conclusions than curiosity by Tom Baxter for SaportaReport here.
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! For those who consider themselves the first recorders of history, this is an uncomfortable moment in American political history.
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Metro Atlanta’s position as a Fortune 500 company city finally clear
saportareport.com Metro Atlanta’s position as a Fortune 500 company city finally clear - SaportaReportRead Metro Atlanta’s position as a Fortune 500 company city finally clear by Maria Saporta for SaportaReport here.
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! At long last, we know without question how metro Atlanta ranks as a hub for Fortune 500 companies.
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Five candidates to face off for City Council at-large seat
saportareport.com Five candidates to face off for City Council at-large seat - SaportaReportRead Five candidates to face off for City Council at-large seat by Delaney Tarr for SaportaReport here.
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!person dropping paper on box The race for Atlanta City Council’s vacant at-large Post 3 seat is off with five qualifying candidates vying for the role. The Post 3 seat opened up in March 2024 when sitting council member Keisha Waites stepped down as required by law to run for the Fulton County Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts. On […]
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Three-Dimensional Thinking
saportareport.com Three-Dimensional Thinking - SaportaReportRead Three-Dimensional Thinking by Lance Russell for SaportaReport here.
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! When the State of Georgia greenlit the Western and Atlantic railroad line and marked its terminus point just south of the Chattahoochee River, most observers recognized the impact that the new technology would have on Georgia’s commercial trade. It seems quaint by today’s standards, but almost no one at the time recognized that a world […]
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Go Fourth – Peachtree Road Race finish – 2023
saportareport.com Go Fourth - Peachtree Road Race finish - 2023 - SaportaReportRead Go Fourth - Peachtree Road Race finish - 2023 by Kelly Jordan for SaportaReport here.
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WCKL’s 50th anniversary celebrations continue year-long festivities with WCLK@50, ‘Great Day in Atlanta’ photo
saportareport.com WCKL’s 50th anniversary celebrations continue year-long festivities with WCLK@50, ‘Great Day in Atlanta’ photo - SaportaReportRead WCKL’s 50th anniversary celebrations continue year-long festivities with WCLK@50, ‘Great Day in Atlanta’ photo by Allison Joyner for SaportaReport here.
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! The city’s oldest radio station recently celebrated its 50th anniversary at Symphony Hall during the Atlanta Jazz Festival. For five decades, WCKL has broadcast classical and contemporary jazz and gospel music as a way to foster community engagement, artistic expression and musical education. The concert series, called WCLK@50, saluted the NPR affiliate with a retrospective […]
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Kai Lin Art tells five artists’ stories
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Capturing stories, thoughts and moments in life can be an artist’s way...
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Forging partnerships to close the racial wealth gap in Atlanta
saportareport.com Forging partnerships to close the racial wealth gap in Atlanta - SaportaReportRead Forging partnerships to close the racial wealth gap in Atlanta by Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta for SaportaReport here.
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! By Kaela Hammond and Lauren Thomas Priest, program officers, Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta The racial wealth gap in Atlanta is staggering. For every $1 of wealth the average Black family in Atlanta holds, the average white family in Atlanta holds $46. As a result: Wealth determines many factors in our lives—where we can afford […]
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Celebrating National Homeownership Month with Westside Future Fund
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! As we commemorate National Homeownership Month, Westside Future Fund (WFF) takes pride in celebrating the strides we’ve made in transforming lives and communities through our Home on the Westside (HOTW) program. Last year, we celebrated significant milestones that underscore our commitment to providing high-quality housing and financial stability to residents with deep ties to the historic Westside […]
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Emory University’s Center for AI Learning initiates statewide education tour
saportareport.com Emory University’s Center for AI Learning initiates statewide education tour - SaportaReportRead Emory University’s Center for AI Learning initiates statewide education tour by Emory University for SaportaReport here.
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! Emory University’s Center for AI Learning, in partnership with Rowen Foundation and the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, is conducting a statewide tour this summer titled “AI + You: Save Time, Earn More and Thrive with AI.” The educational initiative, which brings free short courses to local communities, seeks to demystify artificial intelligence, empower Georgians with the skills […]
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President Obama, Democrats Support President Biden Following Disappointing Debate Against Trump
atlantadailyworld.com Barack Obama, Democrats Support President Biden Following Disappointing Debate Against Trump | Atlanta Daily WorldThe fallout from last week’s debate between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump continues to impact the Democratic party. During the anticipated debate, President Biden appeared sluggish at times and combined talking points. And Trump failed to answer questions and often spewed misinformation. Ther...
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! The fallout from last week’s debate between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump continues to impact the Democratic party. During the anticipated debate, President Biden appeared sluggish at times and combined talking points. And Trump failed to answer questions and often spewed misinformation. There were no real winners when the voters are considered, but Democrats have … Continued
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BET Awards 2024: See The Complete List Of Winners
atlantadailyworld.com BET Awards 2024: See The Complete List Of Winners | Atlanta Daily WorldPhoto: Getty Images The winners from Culture’s Biggest Night are here! On Sunday (June 30), the 2024 BET Awards were hosted by Taraji P. Henson at Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Ahead of this year’s show, Drake received the most nominations of any artist with seven nods. Nicki Minaj fol...
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! Photo: Getty Images The winners from Culture’s Biggest Night are here! On Sunday (June 30), the 2024 BET Awards were hosted by Taraji P. Henson at Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Ahead of this year’s show, Drake received the most nominations of any artist with seven nods. Nicki Minaj followed closely behind with six … Continued
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Vivica A. Fox Amongst Esteemed Honorees At The Vision Community Foundation’s White Tie Gala, Hosted By Cynthia Bailey
atlantadailyworld.com Vivica A. Fox Amongst Esteemed Honorees At The Vision Community Foundation’s White Tie Gala, Hosted By Cynthia Bailey | Atlanta Daily WorldThe Vision Community Foundation hosted its 12th annual White Tie Gala at the Atlanta Marriott Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center on June 28. This exclusive event, themed “White Tie Sparkle Haute Couture,” brought together award-winning entertainers, global leaders, and entrepreneurs to celebrate ou...
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! The Vision Community Foundation hosted its 12th annual White Tie Gala at the Atlanta Marriott Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center on June 28. This exclusive event, themed “White Tie Sparkle Haute Couture,” brought together award-winning entertainers, global leaders, and entrepreneurs to celebrate outstanding achievements in the arts, media, ministry, community service, and government arenas. Bishop … Continued
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Atlanta Mayor Dickens Orders Cops Not Issue Citations to Unhoused, Identifying Long-term Viable Solutions Instead
atlantadailyworld.com Atlanta Mayor Dickens Orders Cops Not Issue Citations to Unhoused, Identifying Long-term Viable Solutions Instead | Atlanta Daily WorldAtlanta’s mayor Andre Dickens is vowing to protect unhoused persons in the city despite the recent US Supreme Court ruling that allows cities to ticket people for sleeping outside. The popular 34-year-old mayor said that in Atlanta there would be no such citations issues and that he and the city con...
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Atlanta’s mayor Andre Dickens is vowing to protect unhoused persons in the city despite the recent US Supreme Court ruling that allows cities to ticket people for sleeping outside. The popular 34-year-old mayor said that in Atlanta there would be no such citations issues and that he and the city continue to work on more … Continued
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Serena Williams Set To Premiere ESPN Docuseries Ahead Of Hosting The ESPYS
atlantadailyworld.com Serena Williams Set To Premiere ESPN Docuseries Ahead Of Hosting The ESPYS | Atlanta Daily WorldIn 2023, tennis legend Serena Williams announced the production of a new ESPN series, “In the Arena: Serena Williams.” The network has revealed that the docuseries will air on July 10, just a day before Williams is slated to host this year’s Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly (ESPYS) Awards. T...
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! In 2023, tennis legend Serena Williams announced the production of a new ESPN series, “In the Arena: Serena Williams.” The network has revealed that the docuseries will air on July 10, just a day before Williams is slated to host this year’s Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly (ESPYS) Awards. This highly anticipated project is an … Continued
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Black Music Action Coalition To Host Founder to CEO Summit in Atlanta, Pinky Cole To Serve As Keynote Speaker
atlantadailyworld.com Black Music Action Coalition To Host Founder to CEO Summit in Atlanta, Pinky Cole To Serve As Keynote Speaker | Atlanta Daily WorldBlack Music Action Coalition (BMAC), in partnership with 1863 Ventures and The Ayars Agency Inc, will host the Founder to CEO Summit in Atlanta. The inspiring conference will focus on industry expansion and the importance of intentional growth, with a fireside chat featuring Pinky Cole (American Ent...
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! Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC), in partnership with 1863 Ventures and The Ayars Agency Inc, will host the Founder to CEO Summit in Atlanta. The inspiring conference will focus on industry expansion and the importance of intentional growth, with a fireside chat featuring Pinky Cole (American Entrepreneur), as well as a panel discussion featuring Willie “Prophet” Stiggers (BMAC Co-founder, President & … Continued
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Afro Nation 2024: Lil Wayne And Hip-Hop’s Connection To Afrobeats
atlantadailyworld.com Afro Nation 2024: Lil Wayne And Hip-Hop's Connection To Afrobeats | Atlanta Daily WorldAfro Nation 2024 will bring Afrobeat culture to the forefront while also adding elements of R&B and hip-hop. Set to take place on Aug. 17-18 at the historic Bedrock’s Douglass site in Detroit, Lil Wayne will serve as one of the headlining acts of Afro Nation. Lil Wayne’s presence at Afro Nation is ...
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! Afro Nation 2024 will bring Afrobeat culture to the forefront while also adding elements of R&B and hip-hop. Set to take place on Aug. 17-18 at the historic Bedrock’s Douglass site in Detroit, Lil Wayne will serve as one of the headlining acts of Afro Nation. Lil Wayne’s presence at Afro Nation is not an … Continued
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Atlanta Attorneys Joyce Gist Lewis And R. Gary Spencer Elected To State Bar Of Georgia’s Executive Committee
atlantadailyworld.com Atlanta Attorneys Joyce Gist Lewis And R. Gary Spencer Elected To State Bar Of Georgia's Executive Committee | Atlanta Daily WorldJoyce Gist Lewis of Krevolin & Horst LLC in Atlanta was elected, and R. Gary Spencer of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund in Atlanta was re-elected to serve on the Executive Committee of the 55,000-member State Bar of Georgia on June 8 during the organization’s Annual Meeting. Lewis serves in the Atlanta...
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! Joyce Gist Lewis of Krevolin & Horst LLC in Atlanta was elected, and R. Gary Spencer of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund in Atlanta was re-elected to serve on the Executive Committee of the 55,000-member State Bar of Georgia on June 8 during the organization’s Annual Meeting. Lewis serves in the Atlanta Judicial Circuit, Post 12 seat … Continued
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Atlanta Film ‘The Knee Touch’ Wins Best Performance Award At 2024 Ann Arbor Black Film Festival
atlantadailyworld.com Atlanta Film 'The Knee Touch' Wins Best Performance Award At 2024 Ann Arbor Black Film Festival | Atlanta Daily WorldThe Knee Touch directed by Miles Triplett won the Best Performance Award at the 2024 Ann Arbor Black Film Festival for the work of Brianna Robinson playing “Adrienne” and Miles Triplett cast as “Corn.” Produced by SVS Productions, an Atlanta based production company that “builds DOPE content that pe...
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! The Knee Touch directed by Miles Triplett won the Best Performance Award at the 2024 Ann Arbor Black Film Festival for the work of Brianna Robinson playing “Adrienne” and Miles Triplett cast as “Corn.” Produced by SVS Productions, an Atlanta based production company that “builds DOPE content that people actually want to watch” continually builds … Continued
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Bakari Brooks Elected Chairman Of The Board Of Habitat For Humanity Of Northwest Metro Atlanta.
atlantadailyworld.com Bakari Brooks Elected Chairman Of The Board Of Habitat For Humanity Of Northwest Metro Atlanta. | Atlanta Daily WorldBakari Brooks, President & CEO of Brooks Built Homes (“BBH”), has been elected Chairman of the Board for Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Metro Atlanta. Bakari is responsible for implementing the vision and mission of the Cobb County-based company, which includes construction management and gener...
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! Bakari Brooks, President & CEO of Brooks Built Homes (“BBH”), has been elected Chairman of the Board for Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Metro Atlanta. Bakari is responsible for implementing the vision and mission of the Cobb County-based company, which includes construction management and general contracting services for small to medium-sized single-family and multi-family residential … Continued
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Kidneys Donated By Black Americans More Likely To Be Thrown Away: Report
atlantadailyworld.com Kidneys Donated By Black Americans More Likely To Be Thrown Away: Report | Atlanta Daily WorldPhoto: Getty Images Kidneys donated by Black Americans are more likely to be discarded due to a flawed system based on race, according to a report. Black Americans are three times more likely to develop kidney failure than their white counterparts. While accounting for only 12 percent of the U.S. po...
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! Photo: Getty Images Kidneys donated by Black Americans are more likely to be discarded due to a flawed system based on race, according to a report. Black Americans are three times more likely to develop kidney failure than their white counterparts. While accounting for only 12 percent of the U.S. population, 35 percent of Americans … Continued
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1800 Tequila’s ‘Taste Tiendita’ Comes To Atlanta, Celebrating Mexican Culture On Tour
atlantadailyworld.com 1800 Tequila's ‘Taste Tiendita’ Comes To Atlanta, Celebrating Mexican Culture On Tour | Atlanta Daily WorldOn May 2nd, 1800 Tequila kicked off its annual 1800 Taste Tiendita, a vibrant pop-up event celebrating the richness of Mexican and Mexican-American culture through music, fashion, art, food, and, naturally, tequila. Now in its second year, the event has evolved into a nationwide tour, bringing the ...
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! On May 2nd, 1800 Tequila kicked off its annual 1800 Taste Tiendita, a vibrant pop-up event celebrating the richness of Mexican and Mexican-American culture through music, fashion, art, food, and, naturally, tequila. Now in its second year, the event has evolved into a nationwide tour, bringing the best of Mexican taste to cities like Atlanta, … Continued
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Clarence Thomas’ In Laws: ‘Other Qualities Made Up For Him Being Black’
atlantadailyworld.com Clarence Thomas' In Laws: 'Other Qualities Made Up For Him Being Black' | Atlanta Daily WorldPhoto: Getty Images Comments made by family members of Ginni Thomas, the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, surrounding how they felt about her marrying her husband have resurfaced, per Atlanta Black Star. The remarks came from a 1991 article by the Washington Post headlined “The Nominee...
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! Photo: Getty Images Comments made by family members of Ginni Thomas, the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, surrounding how they felt about her marrying her husband have resurfaced, per Atlanta Black Star. The remarks came from a 1991 article by the Washington Post headlined “The Nominee’s Soul Mate.” During the decades-old interview, Ginni … Continued
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Washington D.C. Council Approves Funding For Reparations Task Force
atlantadailyworld.com Washington D.C. Council Approves Funding For Reparations Task Force | Atlanta Daily WorldPhoto: Getty Images The Washington, D.C. city council has approved funding to develop a reparations task force to address the effects of slavery. According to the Washington Post, the D.C. Council approved $1.5 million of the city’s $21 billion budget in 2025 to go towards the task force. The alloca...
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! Photo: Getty Images The Washington, D.C. city council has approved funding to develop a reparations task force to address the effects of slavery. According to the Washington Post, the D.C. Council approved $1.5 million of the city’s $21 billion budget in 2025 to go towards the task force. The allocation of funding comes after a … Continued
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Casting director Kimberly Wistedt gets her close-up
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Film and TV casting director Kimberly Wistedt believes she always wanted to...
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Humor, horror, jazz and classical music will flourish at Spivey next season
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Spivey Hall’s 2024-25 season will feature world-class classical musicians as well as...
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President Biden Should Not Step Down Following Debate Struggles, But Democrats Must Form A Dream Team To Save The Campaign
atlantadailyworld.com President Biden Should Not Step Down Following Debate Struggles, But Democrats Must Form A Dream Team To Save The Campaign | Atlanta Daily WorldThe highly-anticipated debate between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump left more questions than answers. Both candidates struggled at times leading to apathy for some voters who shared their thoughts online. President Biden appeared sluggish at times and combined talking points. Trump failed to...
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! The highly-anticipated debate between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump left more questions than answers. Both candidates struggled at times leading to apathy for some voters who shared their thoughts online. President Biden appeared sluggish at times and combined talking points. Trump failed to answer questions and often spewed misinformation. There were no real winners … Continued
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Trump’s Lies, ‘Black Jobs,’ And Biden Stumbles: Most Cringe-Worthy Moments Of Presidential Debate
atlantadailyworld.com Trump's Lies, 'Black Jobs,' And Biden Stumbles: Most Cringe-Worthy Moments Of Presidential Debate | Atlanta Daily WorldThe first Presidential debate before the 2024 Election proved to be spectacle, for both parties. President Biden struggled, Donald Trump presented misinformation and the American voters were left confused. Here are the most cringe-worthy moments from the debate. President Biden Stumbles President ...
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! The first Presidential debate before the 2024 Election proved to be spectacle, for both parties. President Biden struggled, Donald Trump presented misinformation and the American voters were left confused. Here are the most cringe-worthy moments from the debate. President Biden Stumbles President Joe Biden struggled early in the debate. His voice was hoarse and was … Continued
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Media Mogul Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson to Headline Invest Fest
atlantadailyworld.com Media Mogul Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson to Headline Invest Fest | Atlanta Daily WorldNipsey Hussle Foundation, Microsoft, and EYL Team Up to Award $100,000 Business Grant to One Lucky Entrepreneur at Invest Fest Superstar Business and Financial Leaders Steve Harvey, T.I., Pinky Cole, Wyclef, Will Packer, Lauren London, Stephen A. Smith, Daymond John, and more announced as Speakers a...
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! Nipsey Hussle Foundation, Microsoft, and EYL Team Up to Award $100,000 Business Grant to One Lucky Entrepreneur at Invest Fest Superstar Business and Financial Leaders Steve Harvey, T.I., Pinky Cole, Wyclef, Will Packer, Lauren London, Stephen A. Smith, Daymond John, and more announced as Speakers at Invest Fest’s Power-Packed Conference Earn Your Leisure is proud … Continued
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Oklahoma Superintendent Orders Bible Integration In School Curriculum, Sparking Controversy
atlantadailyworld.com Oklahoma Superintendent Orders Bible Integration In School Curriculum, Sparking Controversy | Atlanta Daily WorldIn a bold and controversial move, Oklahoma Superintendent of Schools Ryan Walters has mandated the incorporation of the Bible “as an instructional support into the curriculum” for grades 5 through 12 across the state. “Adherence to this mandate is compulsory,” wrote Superintendent Walters. “Further...
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! In a bold and controversial move, Oklahoma Superintendent of Schools Ryan Walters has mandated the incorporation of the Bible “as an instructional support into the curriculum” for grades 5 through 12 across the state. “Adherence to this mandate is compulsory,” wrote Superintendent Walters. “Further instructions for monitoring and reporting on this implementation for the 2024/25 … Continued
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Kamala Harris Proves She Is the ‘Best Weapon’ Dems, White House Have After Debate Debacle
atlantadailyworld.com Kamala Harris Proves She Is the 'Best Weapon' Dems, White House Have After Debate Debacle | Atlanta Daily WorldAs Barak Sellers said in the lead up to the presidential debate – on CNN which abruptly denied access to all Black media to debate in Atlanta – “According to the great American poet Mike Tyson, ‘Everybody has a plan – until they’re punched in the face.” No doubt. The handful of Black political exper...
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! As Barak Sellers said in the lead up to the presidential debate – on CNN which abruptly denied access to all Black media to debate in Atlanta – “According to the great American poet Mike Tyson, ‘Everybody has a plan – until they’re punched in the face.” No doubt. The handful of Black political experts … Continued
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CNN Faces Backlash for Excluding Black-Owned Media from Presidential Debate Coverage
atlantadailyworld.com CNN Faces Backlash for Excluding Black-Owned Media from Presidential Debate Coverage | Atlanta Daily WorldThe rejection has ignited a firestorm of criticism, highlighting the broader issue of racial inequity in media representation. Atlanta, a city with a rich history of Black culture and leadership, finds its Black-owned media sidelined at a critical political event. By Stacy M. Brown @StacyBrownMedia ...
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! The rejection has ignited a firestorm of criticism, highlighting the broader issue of racial inequity in media representation. Atlanta, a city with a rich history of Black culture and leadership, finds its Black-owned media sidelined at a critical political event. By Stacy M. Brown @StacyBrownMedia CNN has come under fire for denying media credentials to … Continued
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‘Girls Link Up Summer Camp’ Prioritizes S.T.E.A.M And Mental Health For Black Girls
atlantadailyworld.com ‘Girls Link Up Summer Camp’ Prioritizes S.T.E.A.M And Mental Health For Black Girls | Atlanta Daily World3D Girls, Inc., a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young girls and women, are about to conclude their Second Annual ‘Girls Link Up Summer Camp.’ This innovative camp, catering to rising 3rd to 8th-grade girls across Atlanta, began on June 5, with the last day being June 28 at...
From the Atlanta Daily World:
! 3D Girls, Inc., a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young girls and women, are about to conclude their Second Annual ‘Girls Link Up Summer Camp.’ This innovative camp, catering to rising 3rd to 8th-grade girls across Atlanta, began on June 5, with the last day being June 28 at H.J. Russell West End Academy. … Continued
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