Black History Month

Vice President Kamala Harris and BET Honor Young Black Trailblazers During Black History Month

The invitation-only celebration was held at the private residence of Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff.
03/16/2023

Why Draymond Green Wants To Do Away With Black History Month

‘At some point, can we get rid of it?’ the NBA power forward asked. But he gave his reasons why he wants the change.
03/03/2023
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Black + Iconic: Unsung Heroes - Ida B. Wells

Trinity, a Howard University sophomore, honors civil rights activist, suffragist and journalist Ida B. Wells whose brave reporting changed the landscape for Black journalists.
02/28/2023
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Black + Iconic: The New Generation - Marsai Martin

Morgan State University junior Afia-Ayisha Doreen praises multi-hyphenate star Marsai Martin, the former "black-ish" actress who made history as the youngest executive producer in Hollywood.
02/28/2023
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Black + Iconic: Unsung Heroes - Pauli Murray

A Howard University junior discusses the inspiring work of activist, civil rights lawyer, poet and Episcopal priest Pauli Murray, who used the law to make a difference in the community.
02/28/2023
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Black + Iconic: Visionaries - Arthur Ashe

Take a closer look at the groundbreaking career of tennis champion and activist Arthur Ashe, the first Black man to win Wimbledon, the U.S. Open and the Australian Open.
02/28/2023

5 Black History Month Events That Made Us Cringe

February is almost over, but we haven't forgotten people's tone-deaf, and at times thoughtless actions.
02/28/2023

Without Black People...There Would Be No Fashion Trends

Learn how impactful our Black history has been on the world.
02/28/2023

ASCAP Black History Month R&B Performances: Kadeem Nichols Performs ‘Someday We'll All Be Free’

It’s the fourth of four weekly performances presented by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) and BET.com.
02/27/2023
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Black + Iconic: The New Generation - Rep. Maxwell Frost

A Howard University student charts the inspiring rise of Rep. Maxwell Frost, who went from organizing March for Our Lives protests to becoming the first member of Gen Z elected to Congress.
02/27/2023

Black History Month: 6 Degrees of Connections

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