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Genetic predeterminants for diabetes in African-Americans identified
Could factors such as differences in lifestyle or access to health care play a role, or is there something else in play? Researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine believe the latter may be true, in part, due to a recent discovery that suggests inherited genetic variations exist between whites and blacks ...
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African-American Museum reopens in Cedar Rapids
If the African-American Museum of Iowa in Cedar Rapids had a single defining message, it would be about overcoming adversity.
US Democratic White House hopefuls honor Martin Luther King on slain rights leader's birthday
The Democratic presidential contenders spoke warmly of Martin Luther King Jr. _ and sometimes of each other _ on Monday's national holiday honoring the slain civil rights leader.
Malcolm X Former Lawyer, Percy Sutton, Dead at ...
On 12-26-09 we lost one of our giants in Percy Ellis Sutton. He was 89 yrs old when he passed away last night, Here is a man who was aTuskeegee Airman, Manhattan Borough President,State Senator,Lawyer.Owner of the Apollo theatre ,Radio station owner,etc. A man of so many talents.
December 26 to January 1, marks the week long celebration of Kwanzaa. Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan African celebration of family, community and culture.
African-American Museum reopens in Cedar Rapids
If the African-American Museum of Iowa in Cedar Rapids had a single defining message, it would be about overcoming adversity.
Genetic study clarifies African-American ancestry
Researchers may now reliably use genetics data to tell a person's ancestry -- what percent of an African-American's genome stems from Europe, for example, and what percent comes from Africa.
Committee to publish articles on New Berna s African-American history
In celebration of the city's 300th anniversary, the Publication Editorial Subcommittee of the African American History and Civil War Programs Committee are preparing a series of articles for publication in the Sun Journal to highlight local African-American history.
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Kwanzaa celebration set for today, Sunday
The 21st annual Kwanzaa Celebration sponsored by the Nia Cultural Center begins today at the Old Central Cultural Center, 2627 Ave.
NAACP sets MLK Brunch for Jan. 16
The Murfreesboro Branch will host the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Brunch on Saturday, Jan.
Kwanzaa a time for reflection - and celebration
Few people attended the first Kwanzaa celebration Makeda Cheatom organized years ago, "But it's grown since then.
Blige rep says Mary didn't hit husband; was trying to stop fight between him & her brother. (Video)
Opening of President's House pushed back
The opening of the President's House on Independence Mall will be pushed back to next fall, to allow further revision of interpretive materials so that they better portray the place of slavery in the nation's early days.
Arrival of Disney's African-American Princess Sparks Celebration
Arriving on the red carpet for a showing of "The Princess and the Frog," a group of elegant children are ready for royal inspiration.
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New Mammogram Recommendations Could Have Devastating Affect on Black Women
New guidelines for breast cancer screenings made by the United States Preventive Service Task Force may not be the best recommendation for African-American women.
Facing the Facts The African-American woman in the photo...
The African-American woman in the photo looks about 60, maybe 65. Her graying hair in a tidy bun, she wears a neat blue and white silk dress with a bow at the neckline.
Conspiracies Throughout the Black Community
Whenever there has been a question, more often than not there has been an accompanying answer to satiate the questioner.
Saga of African-American patriots ready for premier
Hosted by Halle Berry, narrated by Avery Brooks, and featuring an introduction by Colin Powell and choral arrangements by Andrae Crouch, the powerful four-hour, two-part HD film will also be released on DVD on February 9. Ten years in the making, "For Love of Liberty" brings to life, completely and for the first time, over two hundred years of ...
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A classical touch set for NAACP's 100th celebration
A top chamber ensemble of black classical musicians is set to perform at Kennesaw State University in celebration of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People's 100th anniversary.
Malcolm X's daughter speaks at UW
Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm X, is the keynote speaker at the eighth annual Martin Luther King Jr.
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