Author: Jessica Swann
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Washington Lands Anthony Davis in Bold Eight-Player Deadline Deal with Mavericks
WASHINGTON- The Washington Wizards have made another massive move ahead of the trade deadline, acquiring 10-time All-Star forward Anthony Davis from the Dallas Mavericks as part of an eight-player blockbuster that sends veteran assets and draft picks back to Texas. The Deal in Detail As part of the trade, Dallas is sending Davis, along with…
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Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar Make Grammy History With Landmark Wins
LOS ANGELES — Two of music’s biggest stars made history Sunday night at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, with groundbreaking wins that echoed far beyond the stage of Crypto Arena. Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny became the first artist to win Album of the Year with a Spanish-language record, while rapper Kendrick Lamar surpassed Jay-Z…
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Families Frustrated by Last-Minute School Closures
Prince George’s County — Prince George’s County Public Schools closed abruptly on Monday, Feb. 2, due to snow and ice hazards following a severe winter storm, frustrating many families caught off guard by the late notice. District officials said the Code Blue closure was declared early that morning due to icy roads, sidewalk hazards, burst…
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Marvel’s “Wonder Man” Reframes Classic Heroism in Hollywood
Marvel’s latest Disney+ series “Wonder Man” is more than just another superhero story. The eight-episode series combines superhero adventures with a witty Hollywood satire, following Simon Williams, a talented Black actor with hidden superpowers, as he strives for a big break in Los Angeles. Featuring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (known for Watchmen, Black Mirror, Aquaman) in…
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Maryland Eyes High-Tech ‘Sphere’ Entertainment Venue at National Harbor
Maryland state and county officials announced plans this month to bring a scaled-down version of the high-tech Sphere entertainment venue to National Harbor, a move they say will fuel economic growth and cultural activity in the Washington metropolitan area. The project, a 6,000-seat spherical venue similar in design to the iconic Las Vegas Sphere, would…
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Belichick Hall of Fame snub reignites debate over consistency in voting
The decision not to include Bill Belichick in the latest class of the Pro Football Hall of Fame has drawn swift reaction across the NFL, with fans and analysts questioning how one of the most accomplished coaches in league history was left off the ballot. Belichick, a six-time Super Bowl champion as head coach of…
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Faith, doubt and survival: how Black Films portray relationships with God
Black actors have long used film to explore faith not as a single belief system, but as a lived experience shaped by survival, injustice and community. On screen, God is not always a comfort. Sometimes He is a guide. Sometimes He is questioned. Sometimes He is simply present in the background of everyday life. Three…
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Go-Go Awards 2025 celebrate 50 years of D.C.’s sound, legacy and next generation
WASHINGTON — The 2025 Go-Go Awards returned this year with a clear message: Washington’s homegrown sound is alive, evolving and still deeply rooted in community. Held at the historic Lincoln Theatre, the annual ceremony honored the artists, bands, and cultural stewards who continue to preserve and advance go-go music — a genre born in the…
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Autumn-Joi Barrett named general manager of WLIT 106 as station marks streaming milestone
WASHINGTON — WLIT 106 Radio has named Autumn-Joi Barrett as its new general manager, a leadership appointment announced as the station celebrates reaching its 1 millionth stream. Barrett brings decades of experience in radio and television, spanning on-air hosting, programming strategy, talent development, and station leadership. Over the years, she has worked in multiple major…
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From Hawkins to Hogwarts to Westeros: why these worlds won’t disappear
Three major franchises have beautifully shaped modern storytelling and continue to captivate people everywhere: Stranger Things, Harry Potter, and Game of Thrones. Even though each belongs to a different time and style, they share themes that resonate with audiences and highlight how fantasy and science fiction continue to inspire our culture today. Worldbuilding uniqueness In…
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