Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
The history of the month dates back almost a century, and the way it is celebrated and evolved has created history in itself.
Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares ‘identity months dead’
The conflicting messages came as President Trump has been targeting diversity, equity and inclusion programs for removal.
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The Significance of Black History Month and Why It Is Celebrated in February
What started out as Negro History Week in 1926 has evolved into a month-long celebration. Now, Black History Month is celebrated each February as a way to remember the accomplishments and ...
NFL-Super Bowl artist 'Queen Tahj' brings New Orleans history to sport's biggest stage
U.S. Artist Tahj "Queen Tahj" Williams will bring Black New Orleans culture to the largest stage in American sports at the ...
Black Hawk helicopter was on 'doomsday' practice mission before Washington DC crash with passenger plane, officials say
A senior army chief defended the helicopter's flight near a busy airport, pointing to the sensitive nature of its mission.
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Peeples integrated the Southern Association before questionable demotion
A version of this story previously appeared on MiLB.com in 2007. We present it again as Minor League Baseball celebrates Black History Month with stories of Black baseball pioneers.
Mother says son who died in plane crash was returning from annual hunting trip with friends
A mother is remembering her son who died in the midair collision between a passenger jet and military helicopter.