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Here are some interesting statistics about African Americans.
Here are some interesting statistics about African Americans.
Almost since its inception in 1925, Black History Month has served the broad purpose of educating all Americans about the roles African-Americans have played in the history of the U.S.
A surprisingly large number of "B" sides on old 45s of gospel songs deal with civil rights, despite the fact that the musicians' involvement might have been risky for them.
In 1926, Carter G. Woodson, the son of slaves, established Negro History Week to promote the teaching of African-American history to blacks and whites alike.
Although intended for students and teachers, this list also includes some suggestions for parents and other adults who want to learn more about the subject.
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New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone.
New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone.
Pretty soon, just about everything we do on the Web will be logged, analyzed, and used for things outside of our control. Here are some ways to help stop that.
Pretty soon, just about everything we do on the Web will be logged, analyzed, and used for things outside of our control. Here are some ways to help stop that.
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.
A painting of a topless Bea Arthur sold for $1.9 million to an anonymous buyer at Christie's auction house, the New York Post reports.
A painting of a topless Bea Arthur sold for $1.9 million to an anonymous buyer at Christie's auction house, the New York Post reports.
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.
As many as one in five American children under the age of 17 has a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year, according to a new federal report.
As many as one in five American children under the age of 17 has a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year, according to a new federal report.
Eye experts warn that the adhesives used to apply eyelash extensions can cause allergies and infections.
Eye experts warn that the adhesives used to apply eyelash extensions can cause allergies and infections.
New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say.
New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say.
Drop by for a visit or share the drive -- but please, no smoking.
Drop by for a visit or share the drive -- but please, no smoking.
Kirstie Alley is no stranger to body image issues — and now she's speaking out against Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries about his feelings on weight.
Kirstie Alley is no stranger to body image issues — and now she's speaking out against Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries about his feelings on weight.
