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The Root DC contributor Marita Golden, author of Don't Play in the Sun: One Woman's Journey Through the Color Complex, laments the struggles blacks have with their complexions.
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Joshua Hornsby's daughter Ja'Nae, who was 9 years old, was among seven people found dead on Monday.
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The 104-year-old organization is working to dispel myths that it's black-only and mired in the past.
Will There Ever Be Unity in Africa?
On the African Union's 50th anniversary, ethnic strife and economic competition remain barriers to peace.
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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100 Amazing Facts About the Negro: A paper's call for blacks to support the WWII effort had a twist.
Old-School Tips for Better Finances
Mixing Dad's advice with sound financial planning can help us regain stability.
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