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My Man Wants Me to Drop My Male Bestie
Ask Demetria: A suddenly insecure boyfriend may mean that something's changed in your relationship.
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Obama at Morehouse: Try Another Listen
You might find that attacks on his commencement speech -- a hit among graduates -- missed the mark.
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Oklahoma and Defense of Big Government
The GOP's notion of "self-reliance" won't hold up after disaster hits one of the nation's poorest states.
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'Scandal' Withdrawal: It's a Real Thing
Here's what the ABC drama's obsessed fans plan to do with their time now that its second season is over.
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Fashion Week 2012: Modeling for a Cause
Chaka Khan, Aisha Tyler and more modeled red dresses in New York to raise awareness for heart disease.
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20 Tech Game Changers in Black History
These African-American innovators transformed the way we live, play and eat.
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15 Black Military Heroes Through the Years
From Crispus Attucks to the Montford Point Marines, blacks have a deep history of military service.
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10 Hot Jazz and R&B Releases to Check Out
Michael Kiwanuka is one of several artists with albums that are off the beaten path.
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17 Stars Who Shouldn't Quit Their Day Jobs
Amber Rose is the latest in a line of TV stars, models and athletes who want to sing ... but can't.
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'Roots' Cast: Then and Now
Thirty-five years after the iconic miniseries aired, take a look at where its stars ended up.
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How Well Do You Really Know Ron Paul?
From the drug war to welfare, a look at the positions of the GOP candidate with progressive fans.
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'Juice': Where Are They Now?
The crime drama featured Tupac's acting debut; find out what the rest of the cast has been up to since.
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In Their Words: MLK's Legacy
In the shadow of his new memorial in Washington, D.C., visitors share their thoughts on the legend.
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New Year's Resolutions for Obama
From curbing foreclosure to ignoring conspiracy crazies, here are new leaves for him to turn over.
