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The Lost Story of Upsilon Delta Pi
In 1910 Chicago, nine Black high schoolers formed the Do-Li-So Club, rebranding as Upsilon Delta Pi Sorority by 1911. Facing a public school ban on Greek orgs, they boldly incorporated on Dec. 7, 1911—making them America's first incorporated Black sorority.
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Black TV Shows & Movies to Watch 2027
While the holiday season of 2026 is just getting underway, that's not stopping us from looking ahead and anticipating the new Black films and TV shows that are set to drop in 2027. From Denzel Washington and Michael B. Jordan to Whoopi Goldberg and Tyler Perry, this next year will be filled with top-tier series and films you need to put on your radar now.
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Mona Tougaard on ELLE USA Magazine November 2026 Cover
Mona Tougaard covers ELLE USA for November 2026, adding another major fashion cover to her growing list.
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Vivek Ramaswamy Accused of Weaponizing Amy Acton’s Abuse
Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton is facing a deeply personal political attack after her estranged mother appeared in an advertisement calling her a "liar" and supporting Republican rival Vivek Ramaswamy.
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Whitney Peak on Cosmopolitan Magazine November 2026 Cover
Whitney Peak covers Cosmopolitan for November 2026, bringing confident, playful energy and fresh glam to the new issue.