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100-Year-Old African American Sorority Leaves Its Mark

100-Year-Old African American Sorority Leaves Its Mark

February is Black History Month in the United States. It draws attention and pays tribute to people, organizations and events that have shaped the history of African Americans and their…

Boys in U.S., like girls, showing signs of early puberty

Boys in U.S., like girls, showing signs of early puberty

American boys are showing signs of starting puberty six months to two years earlier than they did 30 to 40 years ago, finds new research out today. By By Michelle…

Italian bicycle sales ‘surpass those of cars’

Italian bicycle sales ‘surpass those of cars’

Italians bought more bicycles than cars in 2011 for the first time in decades, according to local media reports. Last year some 1.75 million bicycles were sold, about 2,000 more…

Social Media Activism Takes Root in Malawi

Social Media Activism Takes Root in Malawi

By Katie Lin BLANTRYE, Malawi – As Malawians celebrate Joyce Banda’s appointment as president on sites, like Facebook and Twitter, the increased use of social media in Malawi comes full…

The University of Akron Hosts the 5th Annual Black Male Summit

The University of Akron Hosts the 5th Annual Black Male Summit

Presenters include Be Someone founder Orrin “Checkmate” Hudson, master motivator and mentor AKRON, Ohio – The University of Akron’s Office of Multicultural Development will be hosting its 5th Black Male…