My American sensibilities made me think that a black man playing Romeo was important. But it turns out that this was just theatre to die for.
Even the Nobel Prize can’t protect Derek Walcott from old allegations of sexual harassment.
Celeb Social: Check out the first in a weekly series dedicated to stars' social media accounts.
Voting-rights advocates are applauding the decision. But does it mean anything for the long-awaited ruling in Shelby?
The ex-president's willingness to speak out on Syria spells disaster for Obama in more ways than one.
Shelby, which is challenging Section 5, has changed, but voter advocates say work is still needed.
She Matters: A revived story sparks an age-old debate about going to college versus getting married.
Image of the Week: This 15th-century piece depicts an Italian duke as the embodiment of his nickname, "The Moor."
100 Amazing Facts About the Negro: Learn about the most popular annual celebration of black emancipation.
