When is Black History Month? Everything to know about its history and more
Here's everything to know about Black History Month, including when it is, where it was first celebrated and this year's theme.
Black History Month explained: its origins, celebrations and myths
Black History Month wasn’t always a monthlong celebration. In February 1926, historian and author Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week. It was a weeklong celebration in an effort to teach people about African-American history and the contributions of Black people.
Where to celebrate Black History Month around Seattle in 2025
To celebrate Black History Month in Seattle, a variety of local cultural, community and arts organizations are putting on events in the area that offer everything from film screenings to talks and music.
Black History Month: When it started, why it's so significant in the US
Black History Month was officially recognized almost 50 years ago. Here's what to know about the month-long celebration of Black culture.
New Resources for Black History Month Observances Available From Discovery Education
The following resources are now available for users of the essential companion for engaged classrooms, Discovery Education Experience: -- History Kids: Black History Month video: Students in grades 6-12 can dive into the origins of Black History Month while learning about Carter G.
Black History Month event in Bentonville
The two actors starred as love interests Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann in 2003’s “Curse of the Black … House Democrats launched a multilateral effort Wednesday to combat the flood of executive actions from President Trump,
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What to know about the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas
convened his security Cabinet to vote on a ceasefire deal after confirming an agreement had been reached that would pause the 15-month war with Hamas in Gaza, in Jerusalem, Friday, Jan. 17 ...
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After 15 months of war, Hamas still rules over what remains of Gaza
As a ceasefire brought calm to Gaza’s ruined cities, Hamas was quick to emerge from hiding. The militant group has not only survived 15 months of war with Israel — among the deadliest and most ...
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Gaza ceasefire begins after delay as Hamas names hostages to be released Sunday
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — A long-awaited ceasefire in Gaza began after a three-hour delay as Hamas named the three ... aimed at winding down the 15-month war. Netanyahu said he had instructed ...
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Hamas frees 4 female Israeli soldiers in exchange for 200 Palestinian prisoners as ceasefire holds
Daniel Hagari criticized Hamas' “cynical” display. He also said Israel is concerned about the two youngest hostages — Kfir and Ariel Bibas — and their mother, Shiri. Kfir Bibas marked his second ...
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National and International News in Focus: Jan.31
Police boats have returned to the Potomac River as part of the recovery and investigation after the United States’ deadliest ...
Chaotic scenes at Gaza hostage release bring condemnation from Israeli leaders
Israel delayed the release of 110 Palestinian prisoners for several hours after broadcast images showed crowds jostling and cheering in Gaza as Israeli and Thai hostages were handed over to the Red ...
Trump orders preparation of Guantánamo Bay facility to house migrants
President Trump said he is signing an executive order on Wednesday to prepare a massive facility at Guantanamo Bay to be used ...
William E. Leuchtenburg, eminent presidential historian and Ken Burns consultant, dies at 102
William E. Leuchtenburg, a prize-winning historian widely admired for his authoritative writings on the U.S. presidency and as the reigning scholar on Franklin Roosevelt and the ...