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How To Grow African Violets
African violets are the most popular houseplant in America. If you follow a few simple rules, growing this colorful, flowering houseplant is fun and easy.
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African Ancient History Denied
Colonists once claimed ancient Shona ruins as belonging to a "lost white civilisation". This myth was used to justify European occupation in Southern Africa.
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African Nations 2008 preview
The 2008 African Cup of Nations begins in January and as dozens of players flock to Ghana in search of glory it's time to take a look at the runners and riders.
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Blood Pressure & African Americans
African Americans with high blood pressure seem to respond better to some anti-hypertensive drug and drug combination therapies than to others.
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Budget African Safari’s
African Safari's are not just for the rich, but travelers should to be in good health and shape to enjoy a Budget African Safari. There are many options and choices.
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Activist for African American Literature
I am not an activist but if I had to choose, one agenda to champion my choice would be reading African American literature and Poetry.
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African Footballer of the Year
Four days after Didier Drogba of the Ivory Coast scored twice for Chelsea against Arsenal he heard that he was the CAF African Footballer of the Year 2006.
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BENJAMIN O. DAVIS, SR.
Profile of Benjamin O. Davis, Sr., who in 1940 became the first African American to become a U.S. Brigadier General. He received the Distinguished Service Medal, and a commemorative stamp was issued in his honor in 1997.
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BISHOP BENJAMIN TUCKER TANNER
Profile of Bishop Benjamin Tucker Tanner, an electrifying speaker and prolific writer, father of the famous black painter, Henry Owassa Tanner.
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CONGRESSWOMAN BARBARA JORDAN
Profile of Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, who in 1976 became the first African American to give a keynote speech at a major party's political convention.
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CRISPUS ATTUCKS: African American Patriot
Profile of Crispus Attucks, the first black to die for America's freedom in what is known as the Boston Massacre.
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Dr. Charles Drew, Pioneer in Blood Research
Profile of Dr. Charles R. Drew, who discovered that plasma could be dried and developed techniques for storing and transfusing blood.
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Gone Fishin by Walter Mosley
Walter Mosley the creator of that ever-popular character Easy Rawlins has written his sixth novel, <i>"Gone fishin."</i>
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Ho for Kansas!
Born a slave, this man was determined to lead his people to free soil. . .
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Hypertension in African Americans
Compared to the non-African American population, Blacks experience higher rates of hypertension and hypertensive disorders for several reasons.
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IRA ALDRIDGE: Great African-American Actor
Profile of Ira Aldridge an internationally acclaimed nineteenth century Shakespearian actor. He was an avid abolitionist and the first actor to be knighted.
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Maggie Walker: 1st U.S. Woman Bank Founder
Profile of Maggie Walker, the first U.S. woman bank founder and president, an astute businesswoman who founded St. Luke Penny Savings Bank.
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Marian Anderson: One of the World's Greatest Singers
Profile of Marian Anderson, who became the first African American to sing an important role at the Metropolitan Opera as a regular company member.
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Ntozake Shange - Debut novel
Similar to a steaming pot of Gumbo with savory flavors rising from a mixture of various foods, noted playwright and poet Ntozake Shange serves up her debut novel Sassafrass, cypress & Indigo.
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SHIRLEY CHISHOLM: Congresswoman
Profile of Shirley Chisholm, the first African American women elected to Congress, and first woman to be considered as a presidential candidate.
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Thomas and Beulah by Rita Dove
Like snapshots in a photo album, Rita Dove&#8217;s award winning collection of poetry <b>"Thomas and Beulah"</b> provide glimpses...
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Devil on the Cross
Written on toilet paper while its author was detained in prison, Devil on the Cross is a searing indictment of Kenyan politics and society.
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Everyday Heritage
Author Alice Walker has developed a deep and meaningful symbolism in her short story <i>"Everyday Use"</i> that only enhances the story's literary worth overall.
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Metswako's 2006 Album Re Tswa Hole
The South African group's latest album and the new and unusual sound they're creating.
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Relax in Kenya’s Mombassa
The all-year beaches on the East African Coast in Kenya are perfect for scuba, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing and just relaxing. Combine them with your safari.
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Celebrating African American History through literature
In Celebration of African American history month, this week's article celebrates writers whose work contributes to African American communities
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African Child Day Recipe[African Spinach & Peanut Butter Stew]
Slice the onions and fry in oil until soft. Peel the tomatoes in boiling water (or use tinned tomatoes).Slice and add to the onions. Wash, trim and chop the spinach coarsely. Add to the
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African Refugee Day Recipe [African Bobotie]
Soak bread in milk. Squeeze milk from bread, reserving milk. Combine all ingredients, except milk and 1 egg. Press mixture into an 11 x 7 inch baking dish. Add enough milk to reserve
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African Grey Parrot as Pets
If you're considering a parrot, none exceed the African Grey in intelligence, affection or reasoning ability. Learn more about this exciting breed.
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South Africa’s 2007 Budget
When South African Finance Minister, Trevor Manuel presented the 2007 Budget on 22 February to Parliament he had some surprises in store.
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&quot;Not Giving Up Is Part of Our Heritage&quot;
Relying on their dreams, they built out of the barren prairie their own towns. Come learn about a unique and often overlooked aspect of frontier settlement.
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A Day Late and a Dollar Short by T. McMillan
Terry McMillan's latest novel <b>"A Day Late and a Dollar Short"</b> brings to life a family divided and afflicted with problems lead by a hard talking matriarch, Viola Price.
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Accra, Ghana Celebrates 50 Years
Ghana in West Africa has just celebrated its 50th anniversary. Stop off in the capital Accra and join the party on your way to safari, eco tours or the slave routes.
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Africa Cup of Nations Day 1
A stunning long-range effort from Sulley Ali Muntari gave hosts Ghana a welcome win in the opening match against an impressive Guinea side.
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AFRICAN AMERICAN BUSINESSWOMEN FACE DOUBLE JEOPARDY
African American businesswomen face the double jeopardy of race and gender bias in the workplace, they need mentoring programs to help them cope with this dilemma.
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African Violet Q&A
Answers to readers questions about the care and feeding of African Violets
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ALICE COACHMAN: 1st African American Woman Olympic Gold Medalist
Profile of Alice Coachman, who became the first African American women to win the Olympic Goal medal in 1948. She was also the first American woman to win a gold medal in track and field.
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Alice Walker - Womanist Writer
Discussion of Alice Walker as a writer, her contributions to American Literature, Women's literature, and African American women's literature.
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Barbara Smith's THE TRUTH THAT NEVER HURTS
Discussion of Barbara Smith's newest book, THE TRUTH THAT NEVER HURTS: WRITINGS ON RACE, GENDER, AND FREEDOM.
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Beginning Research in Africa
Africa, a big continent. The first part will help you find general sites, mailing lists, and forums.
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BIDDY MASON: Entrepreneur, Humanitarian
Profile of Bidd Mason, the first African American woman to own land in Los Angeles, and co-founder of the Los Angeles chapter of the First African Methodist Episcopal Church.
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CARTER G. WOODSON: Father of Black History
Profile of historian Carter G. Woodson, creator of Black History Month, celebrated each year in February to highlight and present the achievements of African Americans.
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Celebrating Black History Month
Learn a little about three great African-American choreographers: Katherine Dunham, Arthur Mitchell, and Alvin Ailey.
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Collecting a Painful Past: Black Memorabilia
Many African Americans have become avid collectors of black history antiques, ephemera, militaria and objects which help them understand their own pasts.
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Famous Explorers - Mungo Park
With the support of botanist Sir Joseph Banks, Mungo Park sailed for the Gambia in the first stage of his journey to discover the course of the River Niger.
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GEORGE VASHON: Abolitionist, Lawyer and Educator
A profile of George Vashon, the first African-American graduate of Oberlin College, the first first African-American to become a lawyer in New York, and a college president.
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GWENDOLYN BROOKS: 1st African American to receive Pulitzer Prize
A profile of Gwendolyn Brooks, who became the first African American to receive the Pulitzer Prize in 1950.
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Gwendolyn Brooks: A Perspective of Black Life by Anise Evans*
This article, written by a student in my African American Literature class, is a discussion of the perspective of "every day life," it's choices and decisions in Gwendoly Brooks' poetry.
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HIGH Flying Verse
Poet Paul Beatty pilots his verse out past NBA stars with dazzling talents, past college all-Americans, into far-flung constellations.
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IDA B. WELLS: Civil Rights Activist
Profile of Ida B. Wells, known as Mother of the Civil Rights Movement and pioneer of the anti-lynching crusade.
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