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Should Fewer Students Go to College?
Experts debate New York City mayor's controversial comment that some should pursue plumbing instead of a degree.
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My Man Is Looking Through My Phone
Ask Demetria: Clearly your snooping boyfriend has trust issues. How you address the problem is key.
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NYPD Finally Cops to Profiling?
By fighting new profiling bill, the department finally stops pretending it doesn’t profile.
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Blacks Get Weave; Can Whites Get Locks?
Race Manners: You can, but it's not the same. Don't expect to enjoy the style without the scrutiny.
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President Obama's Top Economic Adviser Leaving
Lawrence H. Summers says goodbye to the National Economic Council and hello to Harvard, again.
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Bishop Eddie Long Sued by Two Men for Sexual Coercion
CNN reports that a top black preacher known for his views against homosexuality is being accused of using his position in the pulpit to force sexual relationships on other men.
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Senate Fails to Even Attempt to Repeal 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'
Senate Democrats blow it, and Senate Republicans preserve the ban.
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Carlos Allen Crashes Another Party: The D.C. Mayoral Race
The lesser-known White House party crasher is apparently running for mayor.
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Aretha Franklin's Son Brutally Attacked
Eddie Franklin was at a gas station when he was beaten.
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President Obama Attends CNBC Town Hall
Attendees were polite but firm on questions about the economy.
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Reggae Star Buju Banton's Drug Trial Begins
The U.S. government alleges that Banton was an established drug trafficker.
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Somalia's Prime Minister Resigns Over Worsening Security
The resignation comes as violence continues.
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Denver Broncos Wide Receiver Kenny McKinley Found Dead
It appears that the second-year pro died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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The 14th Annual Urbanworld Film Festival Winners
The largest internationally competitive festival dedicated to the exhibition of independent cinema by and about people of color announces its winners.

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