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Birthday of Aaron Neville, singer
Birthday of Aaron Neville, singer
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Jan
24
1949
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser Trolls Trump in the Blackest Way
“Black Lives Matter” painted in bright yellow down the middle of
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A Timeline of Suge Knight's Criminal History
Once upon a time, Suge Marion Knight was the king of the west coast. He ran the studio and the streets. His friends ranged from famous rap stars to gang lords. Those days are
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Educating While Black Presents Guidance on the Implementation of African American Studies Course in Texas High Schools
The state of Texas recently gave approval for African American studies to be taught as an elective course in high school
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Zaya Wade Wears A Purple Wig To Her Medieval 13th Birthday Which Also Doubled As A Pride Celebration
Zaya Wade is living her best
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Public and Private Photography During the Civil War
This session examines a variety of Civil War-related photography with the goal of gaining a greater understanding of how photography was incorporated into everyday lives, and how we value those photographs today as historical
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Feb
5
2009
Why We Should Stop Contrasting And Comparing Malcolm X With MLK - Blavity
During the intimate discussion between the daughters of the civil rights movement, King admitted she dislikes people comparing their fathers against each
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NYC Together And Actor Michael K. Williams Lead Youth Employment Initiative
As the summer season approaches, the decision to restore New York City’s youth employment program has been a topic of
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'This Man So Gorgeous': 'Black Ink Crew: Chicago' Star Ryan Henry's Birthday Post to His Sister Sidetracks When Fans Focus on His 'Fine' Looks
On Tuesday, June 2, Henry shared a sweet birthday post to his younger sister Jillian Nicole and deemed her his “Gemini
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For a Lincoln birthday celebration, James Weldon Johnson writes the lyrics for
For a Lincoln birthday celebration, James Weldon Johnson writes the lyrics for Lift Every Voice and Sing. With music by his brother, J. Rosamond, the song is first sung by 500 children in Jacksonville, Fla. It will become known as the Negro National Anthem.
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Feb
12
1900
Congressman James O'hara born
Birthday of Congressman James E. OHara of North Carolina. First elected March 4, 1833, OHara served two terms, the second ending March 3, 1887.
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Feb
26
1884
Hall, Arsenio (1956- )
Born February 12, 1956, in Cleveland, Ohio, Arsenio Hall is a comedian, talk show host, writer, producer, and actor. He hosted the late night show Arsenio Hall Show from 1989 to
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Abele, Julian F. (1881-1950) - Death
Abele died of a heart attack in his hometown of Philadelphia on April 18, 1950, three days before his 69th birthday.
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Apr
18
1950
Birthday of comedian, television actor, Damon Wayans
Birthday of comedian, television actor, Damon Wayans
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Sep
4
1960
Porsha Williams Wears Zebra Swimsuit To Celebrate Her 39th Birthday On A Yacht With Besties And Fiancé, Dennis McKinley
Porsha Williams knows how to turn up for her
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'Black Jessica Rabbit': Tommie Lee Flaunts Goods In Sexy Gucci Bikini, Fans Lose Their Minds
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Poet Jupiter Hammon born
Birthday of Jupiter Hammon, a writer and self-educated Calvinist, who was born a slave. Hammon is believed to be the first black poet published in the United States.
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Oct
17
1720
#BreonnaTaylor: Breonna’s Law Passed, Bans No-Knock Warrants In Louisville
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Gibbs, Jr., George W. (1916-2000) - Death
Gibbs died November 7, 2000, on his 84th birthday.
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Nov
7
2000
Tommie Lee Applies Pressure with Her 'Fine As Wine' Looks
Striking a pose for the camera, Lee accessorized the evening look with a white manicure, see-through vinyl pumps, a pink purse, auburn colored tresses, a nude lip, oversized shades, and a smoldering
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Retired nurse celebrates 95th birthday, thanks to local group –
Guests wearing facial masks were vigilant May 9, socially distancing themselves in the driveway to celebrate Lucille Huesner’s 95th
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Birthday of singer, Macy Gray
Birthday of singer, Macy Gray
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Sep
6
1969
Clara Hale, founder of the Hale House, born
Birthday of Clara McBride Hale in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Hale founded Hale House, a home for infant children of drug addicts located in Harlem, NY.
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Apr
1
1905
Ben Affleck and Matt Damon Pays Homage To Breonna Taylor On Her Birthday – Your Black World
On Friday, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon reunited to honor Breonna Taylor, one of the many blacks killed by police
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Musician Joseph Oliver born
Birthday of jazz artist, coronet player, band leader and composer, Joseph King Oliver of New Orleans, Louisiana.
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May
14
1885
Kim Kardashian Gives North An Outrageous Fireworks Show For Her 7th Birthday At Their Ranch In Wyoming
Kim's sister, Kourtney was in attendance with her children for North's special
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Tupac Shakur
Tupac Shakur (also known by his stage name of 2Pac) was legendary rap and hip-hop musician. He was born in New York City in 1971 to Billy Garland and Afeni Shakur, both activists of a revolutionary black nationalist organization named “Black Panthers”. His name, Tupac Amaru
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Sep
7
1996
Keyshia Cole Confirms 2Pac Wanted To Leave Death Row Records [Video] | The Urban Daily
While we have been afforded several documentaries and a biopic film it seems we have yet to get the entire 2Pac story. One west coast songstress has just added another curve ball regarding his plans. As spotted on Hype Beast Keyshia Cole was a recent guest on The Fat Joe Show. While the two
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Activist Kweisi Mfume born
Birthday of Rep. Kweisi Mfume who was born Frizzell Gray in Baltimore, Maryland. In 1996 Mfume became president of the NAACP.
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Oct
24
1948
Birthday of basketball great, Patrick Ewing.
Birthday of basketball great, Patrick Ewing.
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Aug
5
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