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I'm Creole. Why Do I Have South Asian DNA?
Tracing Your Roots: Several reasons could explain a questioner's surprising genetic testing results.
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School a Beacon of Hope in Nigeria
At a university in Yola, graduates offer a glimpse of a promising future in a strife-torn region.
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A Birmingham Prom 50 Years in the Making
Class of '63 finally gets a ball that was denied to those who participated in the Children's March.
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Intimate Look at the Williams Sisters
Director explains how Venus and Serena doc explores the way their enigmatic dad shaped their lives.
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Bush Wipes Hand on Clinton's Shirt
After greeting a crowd of Haitians, W. uses Clinton's button-down as his personal towel.
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Mardi Gras 'Indians' Want in on Profits
Tired of seeing their pictures on calendars, posters and prints, they're looking for legal protection--and to get hit off with some cash.
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Trailer: Gabourey Sidibe in 'The Big C'
Take a peek at her next role as a recurring character in Showtime's new dramedy.
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Jamie Foxx Writing Laverne and Shirley Movie
Were there even any black people on the show?
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The Caucus Member Who Said No to Health Care Reform
While 41 black members of the House voted for President Obama's health-care reform bill, Artur Davis, who wants to be governor of Alabama, said "No!"
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Lee Daniels Recruits Cedric the Entertainer, Liam Neeson for 'Selma'
The Precious director's star-studded civil rights film already includes several big names.
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Morehouse Celebrates Gay Pride in Silence
You won't find this week's activities advertised on the school calendar.
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New York Times Admits Errors in ACORN Coverage
The paper recently ran several corrections for stories it published about the group's controversial undercover video.
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The Kilpatrick Conundrum
A judge ruled that the wife and father of Detroit's former mayor can be questioned about stripper's death.
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Our Maternal Health Care Crisis
An Amnesty report condemns the US for delivering poor care to black mothers. Find out why.
