The Friendship Nine changed the civil rights movement in 1961 by choosing prison rather than paying a fine for a sit-in at a Whites-only lunch counter.

Many New Yorkers can cite chapter and verse about the African Burial Ground National Monument in downtown Manhattan near City Hall, but only a few know about the burial grounds and segregated ...

The beginning of Donald Trump’s second presidential term on January 20 was a crucial day in international politics and for ...

Author turns to new and often-overlooked source material for a fresh examination of the nation before independence ...

Black History Month is being celebrated in Montreal with a varied slate of cultural and community events all month long.

A variety of events in New Jersey, from concerts to movie screenings, will be held in February to recognize the accomplishments of African Americans.

Looking for something to do in New York? Catch Margaret Cho’s “sons” at Joe’s Pub, groove to 070 Shake or watch collections ...

Comuna da Terra Irmã Alberta, a small oasis of green fields and trees, sits on the outskirts of São Paulo and is home to 65 small farmers who help supply Brazil’s largest city with fruits and ...

Born and reared in James City County, Piggott’s passion for music began in church when he first played drums and the trombone. “I switched to the saxophone in the sixth grade, about age 12. I told my ...

A reporter’s trip to the world’s largest holy festival was interrupted by a deadly stampede. His account reveals both the ...

Historic properties in Fluvanna County and Staunton have been awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars to further their ...