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Nollywood aims to become a global cultural phenomenon like Afrobeats
New Orleans, Louisiana (CNN) — Nollywood, Nigeria’s vibrant film industry, is setting its sights on achieving global recognition akin to the meteoric rise of Afrobeats. As the third-largest film industry in the world by number of films produced annually, Nollywood has long been a significant cultural force within Africa. The industry’s roots date back to the […] The post Nollywood aims to become a global cultural phenomenon like Afrobeats appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Venezuela is wracked with protests and election uncertainty. Here’s what to know
(CNN) — Venezuelans across the country took to the streets on Monday to protest a disputed election, clashing with police as uncertainty swirls around the results amid allegations of election fraud. The election on Sunday was the most consequential one in years, with Venezuela’s future on the line. Many young opposition supporters said they would leave the country if authoritarian leader Nicolás Maduro […] The post Venezuela is wracked with protests and election uncertainty. Here’s what to know appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
‘We failed Sonya,’ Illinois sheriff says about fatal police shooting of Sonya Massey
(CNN) — Nearly two weeks after one of his former deputies was charged with murder in the death of a Black woman who’d called 911 for help, an Illinois sheriff on Monday publicly acknowledged his office failed the slain Springfield-area resident. “(Sonya Massey) called for help and we failed,” Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell told a community […] The post ‘We failed Sonya,’ Illinois sheriff says about fatal police shooting of Sonya Massey appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign maintains momentum heading to Atlanta
Vice President Kamala Harris is moving full steam ahead after a huge groundswell of support in the last nine days. After Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear stumped for Harris in Forsyth County on Sunday, the Harris campaign has maintained unprecedented momentum. Ahead of today’s rally in Atlanta, the Harris campaign has attracted new volunteers. 190,000 new […] The post Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign maintains momentum heading to Atlanta appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks CEO Derrick Hayes unveils location of new flagship restaurant
Fans of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks at 57th Forsyth St. don’t have to miss the sandwich spot for too long. After the flagship location nearly closed two months ago due to irreparable damage from Atlanta’s massive water main break in early June, founder and CEO Derrick Hayes announced the opening of the flagship’s new location on […] The post Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks CEO Derrick Hayes unveils location of new flagship restaurant appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Olympic moment of the day: The love story between Rafael Nadal and Paris
Roland Garros, Paris (CNN) — It’s a love affair that began almost 20 years ago and the passion clearly hasn’t fizzled out at all. Paris and Rafael Nadal are a match made in heaven. And for a brief spell in the second set of the Olympic men’s singles tennis tournament’s most anticipated match between the Spaniard and his […] The post Olympic moment of the day: The love story between Rafael Nadal and Paris appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Nishioka wins the final Atlanta Open title, becomes first non-American or Australian player to win tournament
Japan’s Yoshihito Nishioka beat Australian Jordan Thompson to capture his first Atlanta Open title Sunday evening. Nishioka won 4-6, 7-6, 6-3. Nishioka becomes the first Asian and non-American or non-Australian player to win the tournament. “It’s a wonderful thing for making history for the tennis players coming from Asia,” Nishioka said after the match. “Everyone […] The post Nishioka wins the final Atlanta Open title, becomes first non-American or Australian player to win tournament appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Rocsean Spencer to lead City’s Office of Contract Compliance
Rocsean Spencer has been appointed as the new Director of the City of Atlanta's Office of Contract Compliance, with a focus on providing opportunities for small Black-owned and female-owned businesses to secure city contracts. The post Rocsean Spencer to lead City’s Office of Contract Compliance appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Gangsta rapper to grandfather: The Olympic gold rebranding of Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg has undergone a remarkable transformation from a hardcore rapper to a lovable hip-hop elder statesman, thanks to his hard work, dedication to his family, and his ability to reinvent himself. The post Gangsta rapper to grandfather: The Olympic gold rebranding of Snoop Dogg appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Heavenly Love
Love is a spiritual concept that is based on Godlike characteristics, and one knows they love someone when they can accept them as children of the Lord, forgive their transgressions, and see God in them. The post Heavenly Love appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Xen Matcha, a Black-owned brand, adds a new twist to the tea game
Xen Matcha, a new matcha tea and pop-up cafes company founded by brothers Xori and Xion Johnson, offers a healthier caffeine alternative with delicious drinks and desserts, and is set to release their product on their website next month. The post Xen Matcha, a Black-owned brand, adds a new twist to the tea game appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Melanin Money: Financial advisors empower the Black community
George Acheampong Jr and Carter Cofield, two financial advisors, founded Melanin Money to educate members of the black community on how to achieve generational wealth. The post Melanin Money: Financial advisors empower the Black community appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Biden to call for major Supreme Court reforms, including term limits, at Civil Rights Act event Monday
(CNN) — President Joe Biden is set to call for major Supreme Court reforms Monday, according to a White House official, a move that would make him the first sitting president in generations to back seismic changes to the way the nation’s highest court operates. In calling for a constitutional amendment stripping the president of immunity for crimes […] The post Biden to call for major Supreme Court reforms, including term limits, at Civil Rights Act event Monday appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Kamala Harris for President
The Word In Black endorses Vice President Kamala Harris for the next president of the United States, citing her impressive credentials, charisma, and commitment to civil rights and investment in underserved communities. The post Kamala Harris for President appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
New Book by Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Stacy M. Brown Explores 500-Year Legacy of Transatlantic Slave Trade
Select Books Inc. is thrilled to announce the forthcoming release of a groundbreaking book, The Transatlantic Slave Trade: Overcoming the 500-Year Legacy, scheduled for publication on October 8, 2024. Co-authored by National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and NNPA Senior National Correspondent and Let It Be Known News […] The post New Book by Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Stacy M. Brown Explores 500-Year Legacy of Transatlantic Slave Trade appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
VP Kamala Harris enlightens the youth at Voters of Tomorrow Summit
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a virtual address to the third annual Voters of Tomorrow Summit, emphasizing the importance of the Gen-Z vote in the upcoming 2024 elections and urging young people to use their voices to bring about lasting change. The post VP Kamala Harris enlightens the youth at Voters of Tomorrow Summit appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Trump and Harris enter final 100-day stretch of a rapidly evolving 2024 race
(CNN) — Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are entering the last 100 days of one of the fastest-moving and least predictable campaign seasons in memory, after a historic month upended the 2024 presidential race. The ground has shifted under both political parties since June 27, when President Joe Biden’s poor performance in his debate with Trump threw the Democratic Party […] The post Trump and Harris enter final 100-day stretch of a rapidly evolving 2024 race appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Deputy who killed Sonya Massey was removed from the Army, had DUIs and needed ‘high stress decision’ classes, records show
(CNN) — Years before sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson gunned down Sonya Massey in her own home, he had been discharged from the Army for serious misconduct and had a history of driving under the influence, records show. He also failed to obey a command while working for another sheriff’s office in Illinois and was told he needed […] The post Deputy who killed Sonya Massey was removed from the Army, had DUIs and needed ‘high stress decision’ classes, records show appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ opening weekend surpasses $200 million, biggest R-rated debut
New York (CNN) — “Deadpool & Wolverine” barreled through the $200 million benchmark, cementing the blockbuster as the record holder for the highest grossing opening weekend for an R-rated movie. According to studio estimates, “Deadpool & Wolverine” — the 34th movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe lineup — has grossed $205 million in domestic sales and […] The post ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ opening weekend surpasses $200 million, biggest R-rated debut appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Hamilton declared winner of F1 Belgian GP after Mercedes teammate Russell DQ for underweight car
SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS, Belgium (AP) — Lewis Hamilton was promoted to first place at the Belgian Grand Prix after race officials disqualified his Mercedes teammate George Russell for driving an underweight car on Sunday. Russell crossed the line first after making only one pit stop, finishing just ahead of Hamilton. He celebrated the win in Spa, which […] The post Hamilton declared winner of F1 Belgian GP after Mercedes teammate Russell DQ for underweight car appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
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The Atlanta Voice newspaper was founded by Mr. Ed Clayton, a formidable newspaperman and J. Lowell Ware in 1966 with a defined vision and mission, which has been the publications’ motto and driving force ever since: “A People Without A Voice Cannot Be Heard.” Mr. Clayton died after the first issue of the paper was produced leaving Mr. Ware as the sole publisher. The venerable, award-winning publication was born out of the refusal of the white-owned majority Atlanta media to give fair and credible coverage to the burgeoning Civil Rights Movement. It was effectively and uniquely spearheaded by the legendary and politically powerful, J. Lowell Ware, who when he died at age 63 in 1991, had been responsible for publishing seven newspapers throughout the states of Georgia and Alabama; The Atlanta Voice, The Athens Voice, The Macon Voice, The Tuskegee Voice, The Pensacola Voice, The Inter-Scholastic Journal and The Atlanta Inquirer. The paper was started “out of the movement,” remembers his daughter and current Atlanta Voice Publisher, Janis Ware; a dynamic and charismatic housing expert, businesswoman and community activist, who readily assumed the role and responsibility for fulfilling her father’s vision. Janis Ware is a University of Georgia Business School graduate, whose career has been unwavering in completing her father’s lifelong interest in publishing and community development. She has continued the mission and vision of The Atlanta Voice as the unchallenged leader and foremost provider of news and information pertinent to the well being of Atlanta’s African American community. For years, Janis Ware worked alongside her famous father in the publishing business learning his style, understanding his dedication to excellence, and receiving inspiration from his passion for his people. His legacy has also become her mission. She continues in the spirit of the high journalistic standards and commitment to the community passed on to her by her esteemed father.
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