Dr. King’s Favorite Pastime and More Little Known Facts on the Anniversary of His Murder
Anti-Affirmative Action Groups are Now Coming for the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Scholarships
Why an Ex-Syracuse Basketball Player Chose Deportation to Sudan
New Study: DNA Testing Could Be the Key to Saving Black Women With Breast Cancer
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A Woman of Color Is the Least Likely to Receive Mentorship. How Can We Unlock Her Potential?
Entering its 2nd year, Unlock Her Potential, the industry heavyweight mentorship platform launched by Sophia Chang, is seeking its next class of mentees.
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Chris Paul Joins Forces With Basketball Hall of Fame to Launch HBCU Tournament
The Chris Paul HBCU Tip-Off will feature Morehouse College, Virginia Union, West Virginia State and Winston-Salem State.
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Jay-Z and Will Smith Invest in Company to Help Low-Income Folks Go From Renters to Homeowners
The startup puts a new spin on the rent-to-own business model by providing clients with the tools and tips they need to both secure and maintain a home.
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Willie O’Ree, NHL’s 1st Black Hockey Player, Set to Receive Congressional Gold Medal
Senate passes a bill to honor the trailblazing athlete, who broke the NHL’s color barrier in 1958. The bill heads to the House, where swift passage is expected.
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Simone Biles Thanks Fans for Helping Her Realize She’s More Than Her Accomplishments
The four-time Olympic gold medalist withdrew from Thursday’s individual all-around competition, citing mental health concerns.
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This 94-Year-Old Was Denied Her Wedding Fantasy by Jim Crow. Nearly 70 Years Later, She Got to Say Yes to the Dress
As a Black woman, Martha Tucker wasn’t allowed to try on wedding dresses ahead of her 1952 marriage. Her granddaughter decided it was never too late.
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Costa Rican Gymnast Luciana Alvarado Puts On for the Culture With Black Lives Matter Tribute at Tokyo Olympics
The 18-year-old Costa Rican made sure her first trip to the Olympics would include a powerful statement.
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Simone Biles Pulls Out of Team Gymnastics Final, Naomi Osaka Suffers Shocking Loss In 3rd Round of Tokyo Olympics [Updated]
Two of the best in their respective sports had a rough go on Tuesday.