
Obama Back to Work on Afghanistan, Jobs and Health
President Barack Obama will have scant time to rest up from his eight-day Asia trip.
Black Astronauts Conquering the Final Frontier
Orthopedic surgeon Robert Satcher put his considerable skills to work, repairing a robotic arm on NASA’s International Space Station.
Ebony Magazine's Latest Celebrates Black Power
"We showcased a wide range of intriguing people who'll undoubtedly surprise and engage our audience,” says Linda Johnson Rice.
Long-Awaited Senate Health Care Bill Unveiled
The $849 billion measure is designed to remake the nation's health care system, relying on cuts in future Medicare spending to cover costs.
Judge: Corps' Negligence Caused Katrina Flooding
A federal judge ruled the Army Corps' shoddy oversight of the Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet led to the flooding of New Orleans' Lower Ninth Ward.
Report: Dad Shot Son After Sex Abuse Accusation
Michigan authorities filed a first-degree murder charge Wednesday against Jamar Pinkney Sr. in the shooting death of his son.
The Pressure's On: BLF Walks Congress' Halls
Representatives from the groups comprising Black Leadership Forum are fanning out in Washington, D.C.
Black Activists Blast Breast Cancer Guidelines
“I’m pissed, pissed, pissed, pissed,” journalist Rene Syler said in her video blog, “Good Enough Mother.”
Barbour's Proposal on Merging HBCUs Met with Ire
“Every time the money is tight, they look at cutting money for our colleges or merging,” said Democratic state Sen. David Jordan.
Body Believed to Be Missing Girl Found
The short, tragic life of Shaniya Davis is one that too many youths in America face each day, children advocates say.
Obama Haters' Latest Gripe? His Bow
Obama's gesture it appeared to be well within protocol guidelines that the State Department issues for foreign service officers.
New Advice on Mammograms Starts Raging Debate
The government task force also said breast self-exams do no good and women shouldn't be taught to do them.
Sniper's Son: 'I am My Own Man'
Striking an almost defensive chord, Lindbergh Williams told reporters, "I am the son of the D.C. sniper, but not him."