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Fascinating Article: ‘Colonialism Helped Launch HIV Epidemic in Africa’

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According to a fascinating article in the Washington Post, Colonialism in Africa helped launch the HIV epidemic over a century ago. It is a fascinating read that perfectly conveys how the plundering and exploitation of people and places at the hands of the West had many deadly, unintended consequences.

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Rihanna and Chris Brown Release ‘Birthday Cake (remix),’ and the internet explodes…

Rihanna set off a firestorm of controversy last night when a remix of RiRi’s Talk That Talk mini-song “Birthday Cake” leaked, featuring none other than former boyfriend Chris Brown. So is it RiRi’s prerogative, or is she setting a bad example for young women?

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NEW MUSIC: Nicki Minaj ‘Starships’

After delivering a jaw-dropping (and wtf-inducing) Grammy performance last Sunday, Nicki Minaj aims for radio ubiquity with her new single. Check out her new track “Starships” be

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Black History Spotlight: ASSATA SHAKUR

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Assata Shakur fought for justice and freedom as a member of the Black Panther Party and the Black Liberation Movement, before being falsely accused of murder and sentenced to life in prison. Assata escaped from prison on November 2nd, 1979 and eventually found her way to Cuba. She is a true revolutionary.

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California Gay Marriage Ban STRUCK DOWN By Federal Appeals Court

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Today a federal appeals court ruled that California’s infamous Proposition 8 is unconstitutional, setting the stage for an epic showdown before the Supreme Court. Do you support marriage equality for same-sex couples? Sound off below!

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Black History Spotlight: The Poetry of Langston Hughes

Emerging during the Harlem Rennaisance, Langston Hughes is one of the most important poetic voices of the 20th century. Honor his legacy today by checking out a few of his classic poems below, read by the man himself. “I, Too,” “The Negro Speaks of Rivers,” and more! What is your favorite Hughes poem?

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Black History Spotlight: Harriet Tubman

Black History Spotlight: In her day, Harriet Tubman was hands down THE baddest woman on the planet.Imagine escaping slavery – literal bondage – only to turn around and risk life and limb journeying back into the South repeatedly, saving 70 people over the course of 13 trips deep into the belly of the beast.

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Nicki Minaj’s ‘Stupid Hoe’ Video BANNED By BET

BET has officially banned Nicki Minaj’s new music video “Stupid Hoe” from the airwaves. Watch it for yourself at BlackYouthProject.com. Does it really deserve to be banned?

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Soul Train Creator Don Cornelius Dead at 75

Don Cornelius, host and creator of the landmark television program Soul Train, died this morning at the age of 75, after apparently taking his own life. Don Cornelius’ contributions to the world of television, music, Black history and pop culture cannot be overstated. Read more at BlackYouthProject.com!

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Soul Legend Etta James Dies at 73

After a much publicized battle with leukemia, soul legend Etta James has died at the age of 73. R.I.P. Etta.

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