By Lexx Thornton As the group of Buddhist monks enters the heart of metro Atlanta, their 2,300-mile “Walk for Peace” has transformed from a quiet pilgrimage into a massive community event. Here is more information on the monks’ journey, the story behind
Written By Lexx Thornton A burgeoning local reparations initiative in Detroit, Michigan, is making tangible strides in building Black generational wealth by providing direct funding for homeownership and crucial support for ancestral research. The organization, Reparation Generation, recently expanded its impact after appointing its first executive director, Christian Harris, last year. The group is dedicated
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Written By Lexx Thornton The ongoing federal government shutdown has forced the abrupt closure of the Tennessee Rehabilitation Center (TRC) in Smyrna, displacing adult students with disabilities and creating immediate distress for families. Video footage obtained by NewsChannel 5 Investigates showed the chaotic scenes outside the campus this weekend, with families rushing to pick up
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Written By Lexx Thornton Trailblazing multi-hyphenate Debbie Allen has been immortalized with her very own Barbie doll, joining a select group of legendary women recognized by Mattel. The doll is part of the prestigious Barbie Signature Tribute Collection, honoring Allen for her profound achievements and her enduring inspiration to generations of children. The honor is
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Written By Lexx Thornton Walmart announced on Tuesday a landmark partnership with OpenAI, enabling customers and Sam’s Club members to shop directly within the ChatGPT interface, utilizing the chatbot’s Instant Checkout feature. This move, which sent the company’s shares up 5% to close at $107.21, signals a critical acceleration in the retailer’s digital transformation strategy
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Written By Lexx Thornton The University of Southern California (USC) is elevating its music program with a major artistic coup. The university recently announced that Grammy-winning artist Solange Knowles is its newest professor and the Thornton School of Music’s inaugural scholar in residence. This prestigious, three-year residency is a comprehensive role. The Los Angeles Times
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By Lexx Thornton MTV is closing the chapter on its music video roots. Paramount Global announced on October 12, 2025, that it will shut down several of its music-focused channels globally by December 31, 2025. The affected channels include: MTV 80s MTV Music Club MTV MTV 90s MTV Live This move signals a definitive shift
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Written By Lexx Thornton A recent report reveals a major shift in post-high school planning: a growing majority of American parents are actively supporting their teenagers in exploring options beyond the traditional four-year college track. According to a study released by the American Student Assistance (ASA), which surveyed over 3,000 middle and high school students,
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Written By Lexx Thornton A new legislative proposal in Florida, House Bill 113 (HB 113), is stirring controversy by requiring state universities and colleges, including the nation’s top public HBCU, Florida A&M University (FAMU), to rename streets after the recently assassinated conservative activist, Charlie Kirk. Filed by State Representative Kevin Steele following Kirk’s death on
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Written By Lexx Thornton The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) announced today the filing of a new SAF lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the National Firearms Act (NFA). Since 1934, the NFA required anyone who wished to purchase a silencer, short-barreled rifle, short-barreled shotgun or “Any Other Weapon” (AOW) to pay a $200 tax and register
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Written By Lexx Thornton From the studio to the runway, Missy Elliott’s reign keeps expanding. The hip-hop legend has been announced as one of the headliners for the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, happening on October 15 in New York City. It’s another major moment in what’s already a history-making season for Missy. She will
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