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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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North Carolina Girl Cannot Be Banned From School for Piercing
Religious freedom pokes a hole in school's attempt to suspend girl for nose piercing.
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Buck Naked and the Law: Man Sues Over Weekend Retreat
Attorney Steven Eggleston rebuffs a "weekend male retreat" and sues in the process.
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Book Thrown at President Obama at Democratic Rally
An "overexuberant" supporter hurls self-penned book at President Obama.
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Convicted Killer Forfeits Million-Dollar Inheritance
Robert Reldan is paying his debt to society, literally.
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Government Is Making Unemployment Crisis Worse
Republicans and Democrats are standing in the way of job creation.
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House Republican Eric Cantor Rejects Nazi Re-Enactor and GOP Candidate Iott
Finally, a member of the GOP speaks out against one of their own.
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Carl Paladino Makes Homophobic Remarks
The controversial comments were made at a Brooklyn, N.Y., synagogue, no less.
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Soul Singer Solomon Burke Dead at 70
Called the King of Rock and Soul, he was best known for hits such as "Cry to Me" and "Everybody Needs Somebody to Love."
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Rangel and Waters Hearings to Happen After Elections
Rep. Charlie Rangel will have an ethics trial hanging over his head as he faces re-election.
