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How acrobat Terrance Robinson became part of Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Luzia’

McDonough resident performs as an acrobat and hoop diver in circus at Atlantic Station.
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‘It’s UATL’ podcast: ‘Dance Moms’ star Nia Sioux talks new memoir

“It’s UATL” hosts Najja Parker and DeAsia Paige talk with Nia Sioux about being one of the few Black faces in the dance studio and her new book.

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She was Harlem’s star. And a Black celebrity heiress the 1920s never saw coming.

In the 1920s, a Black heiress was unheard of — until A’Lelia Walker arrived. On this week’s episode, of the “It’s UATL” podcast, we explore the legacy of Madam C.J. Walker.

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Is love really blind? Hosts talk about the show's depiction of Black love.

In this episode hosts talk about the popular reality TV show with licensed marriage and family therapist Stephanie Yates-Anyabwile.

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Christmas trees 101: Pros, cons and what experts recommend

Not sure whether to buy a real or fake Christmas tree? Local experts share advice on cost, care, safety and style to guide your holiday decision.

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Opinion: On Thanksgiving, serve gratitude with a side of forgiveness

A deeper look at forgiveness can reshape the spirit of Thanksgiving. It's time to bring patience to the table along with gratitude.

12 things to do to get in the holiday spirit
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12 things to do around metro Atlanta to get you in the holiday spirit

Christmas markets, light displays, 'The Nutcracker,' Buddy the Elf, Rudolph, Santa Claus (and Scuba Claus) are among the holiday things to see and do coming to metro Atlanta.

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The Black queer mecca? Atlanta residents and organizers chime in.

Atlantans say the city continues to be a Black queer mecca but requires more physical spaces and support for all demographics of queerness for the community to thrive.

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Atlanta isn’t the ‘mecca’ for Black-owned restaurants you think it is

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McDonough elects first mayor from historic Blacksville neighborhood

Why quarter zips are becoming a symbol of identity for young Black men

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AME Bishop Reginald Jackson, religious and political leader, dies at 71

How a missing condom jumpstarted Mandii B's sex-positive podcast

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How young Black men are making the quarter-zip cool

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‘It’s UATL’ podcast: Mandii B talks authenticity and sex positivity

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How acrobat Terrance Robinson became part of Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Luzia’

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Wanna get away on Thanksgiving? Gobble up these Black culture events.