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In Africa, a Renewed Sense of Potential
Your Take: The African Union is finally living up to its promise, 50 years later, writes the president of Ghana.
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It's Not Your Grandmother's NAACP
The 104-year-old organization is working to dispel myths that it's black-only and mired in the past.
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Will There Ever Be Unity in Africa?
On the African Union's 50th anniversary, ethnic strife and economic competition remain barriers to peace.
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How Did Vikings End Up in My Family Tree?
Tracing Your Roots: A black reader wonders about a DNA test that turned up Orcadian roots.
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Americans Caught Trying to Take Children from Haiti
Ten Americans have been arrested in what looks to be an illegal adoption scheme
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Quick Hits: Beyonce Hauls in Record Six Grammys
Beyonce's six Grammys is a record for a female artist in one evening
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Check It Out: Pres. Obama Speaks at GOP Retreat
Check out the video after the jump.
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Because Shooting People In Church (or Anywhere) Isn't Cool
Scott Roeder has been found guilty in the murder of Dr. George Tiller
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Quick Hits: Does Rahm Believe Healthcare Can Get Done?
Ezra Klein isn't getting the warm fuzzies about it.
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Tech Tile: More Proof the Machines Are Taking Over
Microsoft Natal is a gaming console where you are the remote controller...
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Bin Laden Puts Out Another Mixtape, Blames US for Stuff
This time, the Bearded One is blaming the US for global warming and asking everyone to boycott the dollar and American goods...
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Read/React: "Don't Call It A 'Law Enforcement' Approach"
In terror trials, military courts aren't necessarily better than civilian.
