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BET Announces: America’s Black Holocaust Museum Goes Viral
While the physical museum hasn’t always been open, the virtual museum allows visitors from around the world to connect.
Read MoreDon’t Worry, Be Happy! Happy Birthday, Bobby McFerrin!
Most people know Robert “Bobby” McFerrin, Jr.’s famous catchy tune, but few know the man behind the infamous song.
Read MoreSome blacks insist: ‘I’m not African-American’
Some Black Americans resist the label that was once considered politically correct when identifying themselves.
Read MoreOn This Date in History: Integrated School Established in New Hampshire, But…
An attempt to integrate education in New Hampshire was met with violence but not before it provided a glimpse of the future.
Read MoreStudy: Heart Drug Propranolol Makes People Less Racist
One beta blocker drug intended for cardiovascular health has a surprising side effect on the brain: decreased racial bias.
Read MoreSouthern Poverty Law Center Report: As Election Season Heats Up, Extremist Groups at Record Levels
Results of a survey by the Southern Poverty Law Center show how many so-called patriots groups really exist on the radical right.
Read MoreIn Honor of International Women’s Day, We Celebrate a Rising Young Scholar
13-year-old Jada Williams’ essay compared Douglass’ story about being kept from reading with her experience in a struggling school.
Read MoreIn Honor of International Women’s Day, We Remember Madame CJ Walker
From her cosmetics line to her activism and philanthropy, Madame CJ Walker deserves all the recognition she receives.
Read MoreAre Public Schools Safe for Black Children?
Alarming figures from a recent U.S. Department of Education show how teachers unfairly punish Black students.
Read MoreObama Calls for Youth Jobs, and Tech Firms Listen
President Obama has encouraged private companies to hire more underprivilege youth, many of whom are Americans of color.
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