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" I'm just a buffalo soldier in the heart of America.   Stolen from Africa, brought to America , s aid he was fighting on arrival, ...

Growing up, we all have our favorite television sitcom. Although this element of television is lacking in today's generation due to rea...

This month, ou r EYES a re on a woman who far exceeded expectations, and has allowed us to SEE in a whole new light : Patricia Bath . ...

Black & Ugly Clothing , is a socially and politically conscious urban clothing line, founded by Sherifa Gayle . The line will go on sal...

What's one thing you need when you're taking a test? Sure, the answers may be nice, but if you're using a Scantron, or taking a ...

BET launched on January 25, 1980 (same date as us Jan. 25, 2009)! BET Networks inspires its audiences to make a difference in their lives a...

Mary Ann Shadd Cary October 9, 1823 – June 5, 1893 What an inspiring woman Mary Ann Shadd Cary is! She is a pioneer in Journalism, and co-...

It's an amazing thing to give. But it's an even better gesture to give on a day where you're meant to receive. You may know that...

We've all seen Kente cloth at least once in our lives, but have you ever wondered what it all means. The vibrant colors and intricate p...

What happened those good ole good black films? You know the ones I'm talking about, those of a classic/powerful nature. Where are the m...

Every month has its significance. In January, a new year begins. February is Black History Month, October, is the National month for Lupus ...

First Poet in Black History: Lucy Terry (1746) BARS FIGHT Samuel Allen like a hero fout And though he was so brave and bold His face no mor...

The Black History Month Celebration continues. Check out this list of African-American Firsts: Licensed Pilot : Bessie Coleman, 1921. Milli...

LONNIE G. JOHNSON (1949-) invented the world-famous watergun, the Supersoaker . Pretty cool huh? Deuces, DAN i E Spread Love. Live Life. Be ...