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Rashida Jones paid tribute to her father, legendary music producer Quincy Jones, in an emotional Instagram post. The Parks and Recreation star described her father as a “giant, an icon, a culture shifter, and a genius”, but also highlighted his role as a loving and devoted father. In her post, she recalls memories as a … Continued
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Photo: Getty Images Beyoncé has again made Grammy history. On Friday (November 8), the Recording Academy unveiled the nominees for the 67th Grammy Awards, and Beyoncé led the pack with 11 nominations thanks to her groundbreaking country album Cowboy Carter. The 11 nods makes Beyoncé, who’s already the most decorated artist in Grammy history, the … Continued
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NNPA NEWSWIRE — Head Start classrooms aren’t just places where children learn their ABCs — they are vibrant spaces where each child’s culture, language, and identity are celebrated. Khari M. Garvin, Director of the Office of Head Start, Administration for Children and Families at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Did you know … Continued
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Spelman College has been awarded a $2.5 million grant from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) to establish the Spelman Strategic and Security Studies Center. The Center will serve as an advanced educational hub specializing in training women of color to be the next generation of international strategic affairs and intelligence community leaders. The five-year grant … Continued
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Photo: Getty Images A Michigan State football player who made headlines after becoming the legal guardian of his four minor siblings following their mother’s death has been gifted for his selfless act. Armorion Smith, a 21-year-old defensive back at Michigan State, has been balancing life on the field with the aftermath of the death of … Continued
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By A. Scott Bolden, Contributor “Forgive them, Father, for they know not what they have done.” In a stunning turn of events, America has once again found its neck under Donald Trump’s foot—a figure with a history that should make any truly patriotic American pause. Instead, voters have chosen to dance with the devil they … Continued
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The future of the Supreme Court could be heavily skewed to the conservative side for decades to come following the election of Donald Trump. Democrats can not afford to lose another seat on the Supreme Court over the next four years. This is a primary reason why President Joe Biden should immediately name Kamala Harris … Continued
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52-year-old rapper Common performs on Sept. 11, 2024, in Atlanta. Paras Griffin/Getty Images by A.D. Carson, University of Virginia It’s always awkward telling people what I do for a living. I’m a rapper. I also work as a professor of hip-hop. I work at the intersection of artmaking and academic research. I write music as … Continued
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By Julianne Malveaux The Vice President ran a beautiful campaign. She worked like a trojan, traveling from city to city, sometimes as many as three or four in a day. She did interviews, town halls, television shows and one on one interviews with both national and local media. In a scant one hundred days, she … Continued
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Pilot Program to Equip 25 Families with Financial Literacy and Career Skills The City of East Point proudly announces the launch of the “Empowered by Getting Ahead” program, a comprehensive six-month pilot initiative to advance economic mobility and financial independence for East Point families. The program is a robust initiative supported by the City of … Continued
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R&B legend Keith Sweat performed during the Atlanta Hawks vs. New York Knicks game held at State Farm Arena. Presented by Jack Daniels and fueled by Georgia Natural Gas, Sweat brought true R&B vibes to the highly-anticipated NBA showdown. “I’m incredibly excited to be performing for the Atlanta Hawks for the very first time,” said … Continued
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Quincy Jones left his indelible touch on some of the 20th century’s most iconic albums. Arnold Turner/Getty Images for Netflix by Jose Valentino Ruiz, University of Florida On the sleeve notes of some of the most memorable and best-selling albums of all time, you’ll find the words “Produced and arranged by Quincy Jones.” It was … Continued
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