Black History Every Day

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Educate Yourself With These Stories About Black History

From the black panthers to HBCUs to fights for representation, here are our biggest stories on some of the most important people, places, moments, and movements in black American history. Time for ...

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Are These Former Black Panthers Murderers Or Martyrs?

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African Superhero Film 'Oya: Rise Of The Orishas' Debuts Online

Nigerian filmmaker Nosa Igbinedion's African superhero movie 'Oya: Rise of The Orishas' is now available to watch online.

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'Eclipsed' Is Making History As The First All-Black, All-Women Broadway Show

The Danai Gurira-penned, Lupita Nyong'o-starring show is the first Broadway production to feature an entirely black & female cast and creative team

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6 Amazing Web Series By Women From The African Diaspora

In recent years, African creatives have taken the web series by storm, presenting quality content for the diaspora at the click of a mouse.

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10 Fearless Black Female Warriors Throughout History - Atlanta Black Star

Queen Mother Yaa Asantewaa (c. 1840–October 17, 1921) Yaa Asantewaa was the queen mother of the Edweso tribe of the Asante (Ashanti) in what is modern Ghana. She was an exceptionally brave fighter who, in March 1900, raised and led an army of thousands against the British colonial forces in Ghana and their efforts to …

I went as Yaa Asantewaa for Halloween a few years ago!

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Opening Day for the New African American History Museum Is Announced

Thirteen years in the making, the museum says it will open its doors September 24, 2016

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Family of Henrietta Lacks gains some control over her cells and – perhaps – peace

Though her story is extraordinary, its pattern of exploitation is, unfortunately, all too common. Now her family says, "we are excited to be part of the important HeLa science to come."

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From March

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3 Lessons From University of Missouri President Tim Wolfe’s Resignation

In shocking news that comes in utter contradiction to a statement released just yesterday, University of Missouri President Tim Wolfe has announced his resignation.

I think we are reaching a turning point in making the world pay attention. Racism is alive and well, and we will not let it be ignored by the powers that be.

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Tainted Treats: Racism And The Rise Of Big Candy

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