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Don't Let Juneteenth's Significance Get Lost in Parties and Cookouts

Before 2021, many Americans had never heard of Juneteenth.

The Remarkable True Story Behind "Lawmen: Bass Reeves"

Writer and showrunner Taylor Sheridan is known for creatively exploring and highlighting aspects of American history and culture in his many acclaimed works, ranging from TV series like "Yellowstone" to movies like "Sicario."

The Final Friday the 13th of 2023 Is This Week — Here's What That Means

Friday the 13th has long been associated with bad luck.

13 War Movies on Hulu That Are Full of Action and History

Hulu has no shortage of great war movies.

Hip-Hop Has Always Been Queer — That Story Just Hasn't Always Been Told

Fifty years into hip-hop, we've gotten used to decades of headlines proclaiming the genre's culture is homophobic and misogynistic — that generations of queer talents were forced to the peripheries and into closets until today's mega star rappers like Tyler, the Creator, Lil Nas X, and Cardi B busted down the doors to a new chapter.

In Our Shoes: How Women of Color Are Stylizing a More Liberated Future

Women of color have long forged pathways of defiance and liberation through a legacy of serving lewks.

From War Dramas to Biographical Romances, Travel Back in Time With These Historical Films on Netflix

For all the history buffs out there, Netflix has many period films that bring the drama and detailed storylines worthy of a binge session.

These Women Inspired the Trends You Love, From Y2K Style to Maximalist Nails

Whether it's glazed lips or sheer tops or the latest viral TikTok dance, odds are that your favorite trends have beginnings that reach further back into history than you might expect.

12 Things You Might Not Know About Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II died on 8 Sept. Reigning as queen for more than seven decades, the 89-year-old royal witnessed much change across the world and within her own family.

Danielle Deadwyler Is a Grieving Mother Seeking Justice in the Emmett Till Movie Trailer

The story of Mamie Till-Mobley's pursuit for justice for Emmett Till is making its way to the silver screen this fall.

Everything You Need to Know About ABC's Women of the Movement Series About Emmett Till

Wondering When You Should Take Down Your Christmas Tree? Here's the Scoop

When the holidays wind down, there's another question you might ask yourself besides, "Are there any more gingerbread cookies left?," and that's when you should take down your Christmas tree.