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MARTIN LAWRENCE ANNOUNCES DEVELOPMENT OF NEW ‘YOUNG MARTIN’ PREQUEL SERIES
The beloved sitcom Martin is making a comeback—sort of! Fans of the iconic show have something to look forward to with the announcement of a new prequel series titled Young Martin.
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BARACK OBAMA RENAMES PLAZA AT OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL CENTER IN HONOR OF JOHN LEWIS
This week marks a significant moment in history as former President Barack Obama announced the renaming of the plaza at the Obama Presidential Center to honor the late Congressman John Lewis.
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PASTOR KEION HENDERSON’S LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH STANDS STRONG AMID HURRICANE BERYL DEVASTATION
In the wake of Hurricane Beryl’s devastating impact, Pastor Keion Henderson of The Lighthouse Church in Houston, TX, has reaffirmed his congregation’s resilience and unwavering commitment to the community. Despite the North campus suffering significant damage, the church’s spirit remains unbroken.
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U.S. COPYRIGHT OFFICE FINALIZES NEW RULE ENSURES STREAMING ROYALTIES POST-TERMINATION
he U.S. Copyright Office has finalized a rule to ensure that songwriters who reclaim their rights through termination will begin receiving streaming royalties. This decision addresses long-standing concerns over the Mechanical Licensing Collective’s (MLC) previous policy, which critics argued unfairly favored former rights holders even after songwriters had taken ownership of their works.
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ERICA CAMPBELL AMONG OTHERS ANNOUNCED AS LIVE PERFORMERS FOR THE 39TH STELLAR GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS
The Stellar Awards have outdone themselves with this year’s live performance lineup. In a post on Instagram, the Stellars announced that participants and viewers can expect powerful performances from some of gospel music’s brightest stars.
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CIARA TEAMS UP WITH HULVEY FOR A POWERFUL REMIX OF “ALTAR”
In a unique and unprecedented collaboration, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and global icon Ciara has united her talents with Christian hip-hop breakthrough artist Hulvey for a
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BIDEN WITHDRAWS FROM 2024 PRESIDENTIAL RACE, FULLY ENDORSES KAMALA HARRIS
In a stunning yet not entirely unexpected turn of events, President Joe Biden announced on Sunday (July 22) that he would not seek re-election in the 2024 presidential race. This announcement, made on his X account, comes after weeks of speculation and mounting concerns about his ability to continue as the Democratic candidate.
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BARACK OBAMA RENAMES PLAZA AT OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL CENTER IN HONOR OF JOHN LEWIS
This week marks a significant moment in history as former President Barack Obama announced the renaming of the plaza at the Obama Presidential Center to honor the late Congressman John Lewis.
![Pastor Keion Henderson](https://thevelekabproject.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/409161449_879234786932798_5112900023205483122_n-e1720651518685-300x238.jpg)
PASTOR KEION HENDERSON’S LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH STANDS STRONG AMID HURRICANE BERYL DEVASTATION
In the wake of Hurricane Beryl’s devastating impact, Pastor Keion Henderson of The Lighthouse Church in Houston, TX, has reaffirmed his congregation’s resilience and unwavering commitment to the community. Despite the North campus suffering significant damage, the church’s spirit remains unbroken.
![Getty Images](https://thevelekabproject.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/musc-licensing-drawn-illustration-2024-billboard-pro-1260-300x198.jpg)
U.S. COPYRIGHT OFFICE FINALIZES NEW RULE ENSURES STREAMING ROYALTIES POST-TERMINATION
he U.S. Copyright Office has finalized a rule to ensure that songwriters who reclaim their rights through termination will begin receiving streaming royalties. This decision addresses long-standing concerns over the Mechanical Licensing Collective’s (MLC) previous policy, which critics argued unfairly favored former rights holders even after songwriters had taken ownership of their works.
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ARTHUR BLANK WELCOMES DOMINIQUE DAWES, WILL PACKER AND OTHERS TO ATLANTA FALCONS OWNERSHIP
Arthur M. Blank, the esteemed owner of the Atlanta Falcons, has recently announced the addition of four groundbreaking limited partners to the team’s ownership group. This exciting development not only marks a significant shift for the NFL, but also serves as a beacon of inspiration, showcasing the Falcons’ unwavering commitment to diversity, representation, and impactful leadership.
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SIMONE BILES SHINES WITH RECORD-SETTING NINTH NATIONAL TITLE
On Sunday, June 3rd, 2024, Simone Biles once again proved why she is considered one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. At the US Gymnastics Championships, Biles secured her ninth all-around national title, a feat that extends her own record in the sport. This victory is particularly significant as it comes just a month before the Paris Olympics, where Biles aims to add to her collection of four Olympic gold medals.