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As Black History Month ends, a reading list for the rest of the year
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As Black History Month ends, a reading list for the rest of the year

(RNS) — An arsenal of 28 books that should make it possible for 'whosoever will' to learn and grow.
Cheryl Townsend Gilkes (RNS)
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25 Gospel Moments That Shaped Black History: 2000–2025
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25 Gospel Moments That Shaped Black History: 2000–2025

Black gospel music has always been a cornerstone of cultural expression, spiritual resilience, and community celebration.
Kiara Jacobs (Black America Web)
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A brief history of Black church’s diversity, and its vital role in American political history | Analysis
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A brief history of Black church’s diversity, and its vital role in American political history | Analysis

With religious affiliation on the decline, continuing racism and increasing income inequality, some scholars and activists are soul-searching about the Black church’s role in today’s United States.
TucsonSentinel.com
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Adiba Nelson’s ‘Oshun And Me’ Is An Ode To Braids And Black History For Afro-Latin Children
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‘Oshun And Me’ Is An Ode To Braids And Afro History

Adiba Nelson drops a children’s book that reinforces Black aesthetics, braid culture, and identity at a time when Blackness is under attack.
Ida Harris (Black Enterprise)
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Bridging Gaps: Why Black History Education Matters
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Bridging Gaps: Why Black History Education Matters

Black history is such an integral part of American history. However, for decades, the contributions, struggles, and victories of Black individuals have been underrepresented and oversimplfied in the education system.
Kyla Adams (Her Campus)
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28 Days of Black History: Black Food & Global Flavors, 10 Iconic Dishes With African Roots
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28 Days of Black History: Black Food & Global Flavors, 10 Iconic Dishes With African Roots

Numerous foods and dishes are culinary links to the African diaspora. This BHM we are celebrating those culinary delights.
BET
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25 Years of Triumph: Celebrating Black History Milestones and Achievements
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25 Years of Triumph: Celebrating Black History Milestones and Achievements

From Barack Obama’s presidency to Simone Biles’ record-breaking triumphs and the Black Lives Matter movement, this article celebrates progress and the lasting impact on building a more inclusive and equitable society.
BAW Staff (Majic 102.3 - 92.7)
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The Life and Career of Sissieretta Jones: The Highest-Paid Black Performer in the Late 19th Century
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The Life and Career of Sissieretta Jones: The Highest-Paid Black Performer in the Late 19th Century

Sissieretta Jones, also known as the “Black Patti,” was a renowned African American soprano and the highest-paid Black performer of the late 19th century.
Mr Madu (Listwand)
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Black History Spotlight: The Short, Shining, Poetic Life Of Paul Laurence Dunbar
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Black History Spotlight: The Short, Shining, Poetic Life Of Paul Laurence Dunbar

In his short yet prolific life, Dunbar used folk dialect to give voice and dignity to the experience of Black Americans
Minnita Daniel-Cox, University of Dayton (NewsOne)
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The Kissing Case: Two Black Boys Were Beaten And Jailed After A White Girl’s Kiss—More Than 65 Years Later, The Impact Remains
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The Kissing Case: Two Black Boys Were Beaten And Jailed After A White Girl’s Kiss—More Than 65 Years Later, The Impact Remains

The lives of James Hanover Thompson and David "Fuzzy" Simpson were forever changed, destroying their childhood innocence. Over 65 years later, EJI shares their story and the lasting impact of this injustice.
Melissa Noel (Essence)
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Black Woman-Owned App Reveals Black History That Was Paved Over For Parking Lots
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Paved Over Prominence App Uncovers Buried Black History

The Black woman behind the app uncovering York, New York’s forgotten Black history questions why former Black hubs are now parking lots.
Jeroslyn JoVonn (Black Enterprise)
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How Harriet Tubman Became A Spy For The United States Army
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How Harriet Tubman Became A Spy For The United States Army

Though Harriet Tubman is most famous for her successes along the Underground Railroad, her activities as a Civil War spy are less well known.
Kate Clifford Larson, Brandeis University (NewsOne)
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Google Removes Black History Month From Calendar
#BlackHistoryMonth #dei #google #blm #bhm #civilrights #blacksky #blerds #blerdsky #politics
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Google Removes Black History Month From Calendar

Google has removed several important cultural observances from Google Calendar, including Pride Month, Black History Month and more.
egmasylne (NewsOne)
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These African American Museums Are Gems Filled With Black History
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These African American Museums Are Gems Filled With Black History

Celebrating Black history by visiting one of these seven Black museums is one the Blackest things you could do for Black History Month.
Ahsan Washington (Black Enterprise)
#Museums #BlackHistory #education #blm #DEI #bhm

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Black History Spotlight: Meet Fredi Washington The Trailblazing Actress Hollywood Overlooked
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Black History Spotlight: Meet Fredi Washington The Trailblazing Actress Hollywood Overlooked

As we celebrate Black History Month, we spotlight Fredi Washington, the trailblazing entertainer who Hollywood largely overlooks.
Editor at Global Grind (NewsOne)
#actress #BlackHistory #actor #DEI #blackwomen #bhm
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