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Rihanna Returns to Barbados with Her Children on Rihanna Drive
Rihanna takes her three young children back to her childhood bungalow on Rihanna Drive in Barbados, reflecting on her journey from a simple Westbury upbringing to global stardom.
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HBCU Homecomings by the Numbers
It may only be mid-summer, but HBCU homecoming chatter is already taking over the timeline! On July 17, North Carolina A&T officially launched its 100-day countdown to the legendary "Greatest Homecoming on Earth," when a record-breaking 200,000 visitors are expected to flood Greensboro for the university's historic centennial celebration, setting the stage for one of the biggest Black cultural events of the year. From NC A&T's landmark 100th anniversary celebration to massive citywide takeovers at Howard University and Jackson State, HBCU homecomings continue to generate multi-million-dollar footprints, evolving into major corporate marketplaces year after year.
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Amber Rose Rejects Traditional Advice on Race for Her Kids
Amber Rose explains why she won't teach her children they must work twice as hard because of their race, sparking a parenting debate.
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Amber Rose Rejects Traditional Advice on Race for Her Kids
Amber Rose explains why she won't teach her children they must work twice as hard because of their race, sparking a parenting debate.
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Zendaya Criticized for Wearing Stolen Iranian Earrings
Zendaya wore a pair of massive, shimmering gold disc earrings surrounded by a halo of diamonds to the London photocall for her film The Odyssey, but the accessories have historians and activist groups absolutely screaming because they are actually 3,000-year-old ancient Iranian artifacts that critics claim were sourced through undisclosed means and essentially looted from the Global South.
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Jack and Jill Recognizes Nolan Wells, Urges Child Safety Measures
Nolan Wells' tragic death leads Jack and Jill to urge families to have difficult conversations about friendship and safety. Don't miss this important call to action.
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How Black English Could Transform Educational Environments
When it comes to language, Black folks are no strangers to code-switching. Now, the conversation around the way we speak has sparked a growing movement in California that wants to change the narrative about Black English and its place in the classroom. Educators and advocates are pushing to recognize Black English as more than slang or improper speech, but instead as a tool to strengthen early literacy.
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14 Must-See Attractions at the Smithsonian
The Smithsonian Institution offers over 21 museums, many located in the nation's capital, and most are free. Collections include the National Museum of African American History and Culture, National Postal Museum, and Anacostia Community Museum. The National Museum of African Art features exhibits exploring art through diverse lenses, while the National Air and Space Museum celebrates human flight achievements and stories of pioneering Black aviators. The National Portrait Gallery holds over 26,000 portraits including presidents and civil rights icons. Visitors can explore contemporary art at the Hirshhorn Museum, entertainment history at the American History Museum, and natural wonders at the Natural History Museum featuring the Hope Diamond.
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The Value and Importance of Protecting the Smithsonian
The Smithsonian has long been known as America's attic, preserving triumphs, contradictions, innovations and struggles for all generations. With 21 museums, the National Zoo, and millions of objects in its collections, the Smithsonian is far more than a tourist destination in Washington, D.C. It's a living archive of American culture, creativity, and resilience. From iconic artifacts to groundbreaking exhibitions, these are reasons the Smithsonian remains one of the country's greatest cultural institutions.
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13 Landmark Photographs of Black History and Resistance
Walking alone into Little Rock Central High School, Elizabeth Eckford remained composed as an angry white mob screamed insults behind her. The photograph became one of the defining images of school desegregation, capturing her quiet courage and dignity in the face of hatred and intimidation during the fight for educational equality.
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Black Voices in the Revolutionary War
The 250th anniversary of America arrives as historians confront the full truth of the American Revolution and Black soldiers, spies and petitioners whose stories have been pushed to the margins. Around 5,000 Black men fought on the Patriots' side, while thousands more fought for the British. From double agents at Yorktown to Dunmore's Proclamation, Black contributions were vast and often crucial to victory.
