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How one young history buff is preserving the Gullah Geechee community on TikTok
Determined not to let Gulla Geechee culture die, Akua Page talks about this unique Black American community to an international audience on TikTok.
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The violence enacted and experienced by Americans is nothing new. It’s thoroughly embedded in the culture, but we can move on from it.
Read MoreWhat does it mean to celebrate Juneteenth?
Companies have wasted no time commercializing Juneteenth now that it is a federal holiday, but doing so overlooks the meaning behind the day.
Read MoreWhat happened when a Black Tennessee town faced a state takeover
Threatened with exorbitant debt, and the inability to govern themselves, residents of Mason fought back against the Tennessee comptroller.
Read MoreAmanda Aldridge: Why a Google Doodle is celebrating the trailblazing British opera singer and composer today
111 years after Amanda Aldridge performed at Queens Small Hall, a Google Doodle recognized her musical contributions, many under a pseudonym.
Read MoreBaratunde Thurston: How to be Black and Outdoorsy
Comedian Baratunde Thurston explored the complex relationship between nature and the Black community with The Root to promote his new TV show.
Read More7 Books to Help Teach Kids About Juneteenth
Families who want to teach kids about the end of slavery and Juneteenth, the newest federal holiday, can read one of these books together.
Read MoreThe Cast of Martin: The Reunion Discuss the Legacy of Their Classic Sitcom
25 years after the sitcom’s finale, the cast of Martin got a chance to reconnect thanks to BET+. The now-classic show will reach new audiences.
Read MoreKentucky Senate candidate Charles Booker says racist experiences help fuel his run
Kentucky Senate hopeful Charles Booker isn’t bashful about racist experiences with colleagues that motivated him to run against Rand Paul.
Read MoreTracee Ellis Ross Partners With Non Profit To Support Black Women-Owned Businesses
Actress and activist Tracee Ellis Ross has joined forces with nonprofit Buy From A Black Woman to put products by Black women into H&M stores.
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