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Written by By HILLEL ITALIE, AP National Writer

Published: 26 September 2019

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Pharma family accused of central role in opioid epidemic, complicating things for arts organizations that depend on wealthy donors

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Written by Claire Parker Associated Press

Published: 24 September 2019

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Hung in a French woman's kitchen, it was considered an icon of little importance until an auctioneer spotted the painting while going through her house

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Written by Lauren Poteat, NNPA Newswire Washington Correspondent

Published: 03 September 2019

 

Determined to shatter the glass ceiling of the ballet world the Congressional Black Caucus will honor Misty Copeland

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Written by By JESSE J. HOLLAND Associated Press

Published: 28 August 2019

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Ernie Andrews looks out to the grounds of Washington's historic Langston Golf Course and shrugs at the fact that fewer young Black golfers are coming out to play these days

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Written by By MELISSA MURPHY AP Sports Writer

Published: 26 August 2019

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Althea Gibson basked in a ticker-tape parade in New York a decade before Arthur Ashe won the 1968 U.S. Open

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Written by By STEVEN WINE AP Sports Writer

Published: 20 August 2019

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Miami Dolphins receiver Kenny Stills objected to recent comments from rapper Jay-Z about social activism by current and former NFL players, including Colin Kaepernick

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Written by By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer

Published: 13 August 2019

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The NFL and Jay-Z's entertainment and sports representation company are teaming up for events and social activism

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Published: 13 August 2019

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Octavia Spencer will be honored by the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network with its Inspiration Award at a gala later this year

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Written by By Nsenga K. Burton, Ph.D., NNPA Newswire Culture and Entertainment Editor

Published: 08 August 2019

Walker’s legacy of activism and storytelling was on full display at the event, which was held at the Georgia Writers Museum and included a day of activities and events to honor Walker’s life and achievements. 

Walker’s legacy of activism and storytelling was on full display at the event, which was held at the Georgia Writers Museum and included a day of activities and events to honor Walker’s life and achievements.

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Written by By LYNN ELBER and LINDSEY BAHR AP Entertainment Writers

Published: 29 July 2019

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Actresses of color are getting more roles and acclaim, but not commensurate money. Recognizing that achieving change isn't a solo act, they looked for help — and found it in each other