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  • Louisiana Woman Holds the Record for Largest Afro

    Louisiana Woman Holds the Record for Largest Afro

    Aevin Dugas has been growing her beautiful fro for nearly 25 years

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    April 17, 2023
  • Texas Couple’s Infant Taken From Home For Taking Advice From Their Midwife

    Texas Couple’s Infant Taken From Home For Taking Advice From Their Midwife

    “We’ve been treated like criminals.This is a nightmare that I wouldn’t wish on anyone,” said Rodney Jackson

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    April 12, 2023
  • Colin Kaepernick’s YA Novel Comes to Life in Audible Original

    Colin Kaepernick’s YA Novel Comes to Life in Audible Original

    We caught up with the athlete and activist who narrates the story about his decision to pursue his true passion.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    April 12, 2023
  • These Ain’t Your Grandmama’s Church Hats

    We’ve rounded up some of our favorite hats that are sure to make a statement at Easter Sunday service.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    April 10, 2023
  • Even More April 2023 Books By Black Authors We Can’t Wait to Read

    Even More April 2023 Books By Black Authors We Can’t Wait to Read

    Viola Davis’ bestselling book in paperback and a beautifully illustrated Langston Hughes poem are just a few of the books on our must-read list this April

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    April 10, 2023
  • Flavor Flav Gives Harvard Students a Lesson in Poetry

    Flavor Flav Gives Harvard Students a Lesson in Poetry

    The Public Enemy hype man participated in a discussion on Emily Dickinson during an appearance on PBS’ Poetry in America.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    April 6, 2023
  • MuseZeum is a Treat For All of the Senses

    We caught up with GRAMMY award-winning producer Salaam Remi to check out his stunning multimedia art installation

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    April 5, 2023
  • 15 Maya Angelou Quotes That Should Inspire Us All

    15 Maya Angelou Quotes That Should Inspire Us All

    In honor of what would have been her 95th birthday, we look at some of our favorite words of wisdom from the legendary Maya Angelou.

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    April 4, 2023
  • R&B Hitmaker Kem Opens Up About Troubled Past In New Memoir

    R&B Hitmaker Kem Opens Up About Troubled Past In New Memoir

    In his new book, “Share My Life,” the soulful singer writes about overcoming addiction and homelessness to find stardom

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    April 3, 2023
  • Clint Smith’s New Book is a Beautiful Tribute to Black Fatherhood

    Clint Smith’s New Book is a Beautiful Tribute to Black Fatherhood

    In “Above Ground,” the bestselling author focuses on all that is wonderful and worrisome about raising Black children in America

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    Angela Johnson






    Published

    April 3, 2023
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