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Alabama County May Change Voting Rights
Shelby, which is challenging Section 5, has changed, but voter advocates say work is still needed.
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Educated Black Women Do Find Husbands
She Matters: A revived story sparks an age-old debate about going to college versus getting married.
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Da Vinci's Patron -- as a Black Man?
Image of the Week: This 15th-century piece depicts an Italian duke as the embodiment of his nickname, "The Moor."
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What Is Juneteenth?
100 Amazing Facts About the Negro: Learn about the most popular annual celebration of black emancipation.
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Lee Daniels Passed Over by Golden Globes
The 'Precious' director was not among the nominees announced...
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BREAKING: Bengals Receiver Dies After Fall from Truck
Henry fell during a domestic dispute with his fiancee...
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US Commits 100 Billi to Poor Nations for Climate Change
Chins say climate impact is doubtful, but is glad we're spending the money...
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Bengals Receiver Seriously Injured After Domestic Dispute
Chris Henry is fighting for his life after a domestic dispute with his fiance...
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FBI Kept Tabs on John Hope Franklin
He was dangerous with his...having a brain and everything...
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Search Expanding for Missing Boy
The search for Marc Bookal has expanded to the Hudson River...
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Listen Up: Critics of Ugandan Anti-Gay Bill Silenced
Taboos keep those who oppose Uganda's anti-gay measures largely silent...
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Bill Prospects Improve as Dems Bend to Lieberman
We could say this isn't about payback, but it is...
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Iran Successfully Tests Long-Range Missiles
The upgraded missiles have the ability to reach Europe...
