Openlibrary.org/Amazon.com/BarnesandNoble.com 5 African America Authors You Should Know for Black History Month
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African Americans have made significant contributions to the world of literature dating back to former slave Phyllis Wheatley who became the first African American poet and African American woman to publish writing in 1773. B
Mars Inc. Mars Cuts King-Size Candy Bars
Mars Inc., makers of Snickers and M&Ms, announced Thursday it will phase out the king-size version of its candy bars, the Chicago Tribune reports.
Thinkstock Fewer Americans Have Employer-Based Health Insurance
Fewer Americans got their health insurance through an employer in 2011 than in 2010, according to a new report from the Gallup Healthways Well-Being Index.
Hulton Archive, Getty Images/WikiCommons/US Department of Transportation/WikiCommons/dbking, Flickr 5 African American Icons Your Kids Can Write Black History Month Projects On
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If you are the parent of a school-age child you know the month of February means its time for a Black History Month project. W
Children's Television Workshop/Harpo Films/HBO 5 Great Family-Friendly African American Films
Family time is the best time to teach your children about the contributions of African Americans to the rich culture of our nation. While you might not have the time or resources to take your children to the Martin Luther King monument in Washington, DC, there are great movies you can watch that are as entertaining as they are educational.
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Courtesy of the FDA Top Health News Stories of 2011
The year 2011 might be well remembered as the year of the revolt with millions around the world protesting dictators, Americans rebelling against corporations and young adults protesting against high tuition costs in Europe. B
Poll: How Do You Feel About the 'Birther' Issue Texoma? May 17, 2012
Request for Moment of Silence for Slain Israeli Athletes at Summer Games Rejected by Olympic Committee May 17, 2012
Celebrity Birthdays for May 18 – George Strait, Tina Fey and More May 17, 2012
This Day in History for May 18 – Napoleon Becomes Emperor and More May 17, 2012
