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Brad Pitt’s Son Maddox, 24, Becomes The Latest To Make Powerful Statement Against Famous Dad

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s kids now seem to be writing the next chapter of the Brangelina saga, as the fallout from the iconic Hollywood romance continues.

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Brad Pitt Is Reportedly Upset About Rumors Surrounding His Absence From Daughter's Graduation

What's supposedly going on here?

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How Spelman’s $100 million donation changed what it could promise future students

Ronda Stryker and William Johnston's $100 million endowment to Spelman College shifts college fundraising from building-centric models to direct student support. This trust-based capital strategy prioritizes scholarships, housing, and democratic initiatives, aiming to reduce debt and enhance student mobility. The donation focuses on human equity and institutional stability, empowering students…

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‘My Name Is Zahara Marley Jolie’: The 21-Year-Old Grad’s Quiet Snub of Brad Pitt Is Deafening

The destruction ends but the trauma is forever.

The Mary Sue

Angelina Jolie’s Daughter Zahara Makes Poignant Statement Against Dad Brad Pitt At Her Graduation

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's oldest daughter seemingly took a subtle jab at her famous father during her graduation from Spelman College.

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“Who The Phok Is That?”: Angelina Jolie’s Latest Appearance Sparks Concern

When Angelina Jolie attended a mother-daughter brunch with her daughter Zahara, many fans claimed the Hollywood actress did not look like her usual self.

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In a Trump era, Black students flock to HBCUs, ‘where their history isn’t being erased’, says Spelman College president

Beverly Daniel Tatum on antisemitism, ‘the hardest in the US’, and DEI as the White House targets higher education

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Spelman College President Steps Down Permanently

Dr. Helene Gayle steps down as Spelman College president, Rosalind Brewer serves as interim president. Spelman College, part of the Atlanta University Cent...

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President of Atlanta's historically Black Spelman College steps down after leave of absence

Spelman College’s president won’t be coming back from her leave of absence and is stepping down permanently

The Independent UK

Angelina Jolie Is "Proud" of Her Daughter Zahara After Video of AKA Stroll at Spelman College Goes Viral

The 19-year-old joined a sorority at a historically Black women's college in 2023.

Marie Claire

Stock Market Today: Stocks Swing Higher After Powell Speech

Fed Chair Powell poured cold water on potential rate cuts, but stocks jumped anyway.

Kiplinger

Black college leaders look for support to improve facilities and research

More than 40 presidents of historically Black colleges and universities and dozens of other leaders are gathering in Atlanta this week for a summit conference organized by the United Negro College Fund to discuss opportunities to better support the estimated 300,000 students who attend these schools.

Tribune News Service

3 days of services announced for Christine King Farris

Christine King Farris was practically born in Ebenezer Baptist Church, the grand old Atlanta church that was at times pastored by her grandfather, father, and two brothers.

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Christine King Farris, the last living sibling of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., dies at 95

After the assassination of her brother, Farris worked along with his widow, Coretta Scott King, to preserve and promote his legacy — often behind the scenes.

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Christine King Farris, MLK’s last sibling, has died

Christine King Farris was always the delicate one among the children of Martin Luther “Daddy” King Sr.

The Guardian - US

‘To the class of 2023, I say three words: you poor bastards’: the year’s best graduation speeches

Oprah Winfrey, Tom Hanks and Karine Jean-Pierre deliver words of wisdom at commencement ceremonies across US

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Stacey Abrams has a new gig: professor at Howard University

WASHINGTON — Former candidate for Georgia governor Stacey Abrams, who remains one of the Democratic Party’s most recognizable figures, will serve as Howard University’s inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics.

The Independent UK

Roslyn Pope, author of 'Appeal for Human Rights,' dies at 84

Roslyn Pope has died aged 84

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Lacrosse gives these students more than a chance to play again

ATLANTA -- The first time Kyle Irwin saw Pauline Caldwell on the Spelman College campus, she chased her down.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago Community Trust names its first Latina president and CEO

Andrea Sáenz succeeds Dr. Helene Gayle, who resigned in June to become president of Spelman College in Atlanta.

The Independent UK

Angelina Jolie praised after posing with students while visiting daughter Zahara at Spelman College

The actor’s 17-year-old daughter is currently a freshman at the school

The Independent UK

Gates Foundation adds Gayle, Dhawan as independent trustees

As the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation works to expand its governance, it announced Thursday that it has added two trustees to its board

The Independent UK

Brad Pitt says daughter Zahara will ‘flourish even more’ at Spelman College

The actor gushed over his daughter’s plans to attend Spelman College, a historically Black liberal arts college

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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s daughter Zahara is attending Spelman College

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s daughter Zahara is ready for the next act.

The Independent UK

Angelina Jolie announces daughter Zahara will attend Black women’s college

Spelman College in Atlanta is the oldest liberal arts college for women in the US

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