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Jay Ellis talks about what inspired his role in ‘Like Cotton Twines’

The ‘Insecure’ actor’s latest role explores Ghanaian culture

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On this day in black history: Debi Thomas wins singles, Marcus Garvey imprisoned and Gary Coleman is born

Black History Month: The Undefeated Edition Feb. 8

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Minnesota Vikings COO Kevin Warren honored by Texas Southern

NFL’s highest ranking black executive receives the university’s inaugural Pioneer Award

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On this day in black history: Jackie Robinson becomes an executive, Negro League players get into MLB Hall of Fame and more

Black History Month: The Undefeated edition Feb. 4

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Jill Scott: singer, poet, model, actress and now Hallmark greeting card author

The multitalented Scott is now speaking through her new card collection

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Cornell Belcher opens up about his book ‘A Black Man in the White House’

The award-winning campaign data mastermind might have the key to dealing with rising racial aversion

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Eagles’ Malcolm Jenkins is committed to teaching others about Black Lives Matter

The NFL player joined the Caucus of Working Educators in Philly to share his views on a Black Lives Matter curriculum for kids

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Full-figured dance group Pretty Big Movement fights size discrimination

‘People judge you based on your size without giving you a chance to prove yourself’

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‘Shackles From the Deep’ is a new book about slavery written for children

Young readers learn the story of a slave ship through scuba diving, detective work and discovery

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MLB legend Tim Raines’ career finally recognized as Hall of Fame-worthy

He even had a chance to play in MLB games with his son

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