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Introduction to Afro-beatThis is a paper I wrote in 2010 exploring Afro-beat and its relevance in Nigerian history. Also, what it means to artists today, like Nneka and Janelia Sanya, and how it lives on through their music.
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African American Hairstyles: The AfroAn Afro is a hairstyle that occurs when a person of African heritage (like African Americans) allows their hair to grow long in its natural state. -
5 Reasons Not to Wear Natural, Afro-Caribbean HairHere are five reasons why wearing your natural, Afro-Caribbean hair or hairstyles may not suit you or your lifestyle.
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The Afro: It's Not for EverybodyThis is an opinion article on how not everyone should try to grow an afro.
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Afro Samurai Review (PS3)Review of Afro Samurai, released on Playstation 3.
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Afro Jazz Comes to SYTYCD 6 W/ Noelle Marsh & Russell Ferguson! Mollee & Nathan DisasterAfro-Jazz comes to SYTYCD! Russell Ferguson dances it w/Noelle. Ashleigh & Jakob, & cane, make a memory. Karen is Hustle Queen. -
Review of Pantene Curly Hair Series for Natural 4B Afro Textured HairPantene has a new line of hair products made for curly hair types. You may be wondering if it will work with your hair texture. Here are the details of my review on using it with natural afro hair.
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Afro-Cuban Percussionists Don't Miss a BeatAfro cuban
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Hair Care Tips for Natural Afro HairRead on for four tips for maintaining healthy natural afro hair. -
The Top 3 Funny Viral Videos on Youtube: Cat Claws Cop, Reporter Falls Off Stage, Afro-NinjaThis cop gets clawed by a cat - right where the sun don't shine! I died laughing for 5 minutes. Watch these funny viral videos from Youtube.
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The National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center in Wilberforce, Ohio, Near DaytonIn Wilberforce, Ohio, near Dayton, visitors to the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center can learn more about how Jim Crow laws kept African Americans from professional sports and how the right to vote was obtained.
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Afro Samurai Miniseries ReviewI break down the finer points of the Spike TV miniseries, Afro Samurai.
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Latin and Afro-Cuban MusicThis article describes the culture of Latin Music and Afro-Cuban music, as well as other cultural aspects of what affects their music.
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Bio of Scott Joplin: An Afro-American Musical Composer Who Gave Birth to RagtimeRead this article and find out how Scott Joplin, an Afro-American music composer, made his mark on the world of music.
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Warren Moon, First Afro-American Quarterback Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of FameWarren Moon will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame not only because of his performance but also because of his determination to be a quarterback at a time when Afro-Americans were not accepted in that position.
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Christian Education: The Effects on Human Development of Afro-American YouthIn this paper I will describe the effects of Afro-American youth at the elementary age. Therefore, we must not only consider age, but culture and economics as well...........
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The Afro: A Fashion and a Political Statement of the African American HairstyleThe Afro, a natural hairstyle worn by African Americans, reflected the growing political and cultural period of the 1960s and '70s. -
Afro Samurai: "You Are Glue" Achievement - How to Slice a BulletThe "You Are Glue" achievement in Afro Samurai for the Microsoft Xbox 360 is worth 10 Gamerpoints.
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History of the Afro HairstyleThe Afro represents more than just a hairstyle.
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Afro Samurai for Xbox 360 ReviewReleased on January 27, 2009, Afro Samurai has brought all of the style and emotion of the show to the Xbox 360. Much of the cast from the popular anime television show have graced us with their presence once again.
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Afro Samurai: "I Am Rubber" Achievement - How to Reflect a BulletThe "I Am Rubber" achievement in Afro Samurai for the Microsoft Xbox 360 is worth 10 Gamerpoints.
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Afro Samurai for the Xbox 360 Achievement ListAfro Samurai for the Microsoft Xbox 360 has a total of 48 achievements worth a total of 1000 points.
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An Afro-American Prophesy ("A Tribute of Things to Come")In Honor of the Inauguration of our 44th President, and the first Afro-American to head the free world. BARRACK H. OBAMA
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An Interview with Afro Latin Jazz Bandleader Bobby MatosWhen musicians listen and communicate with each other and their audience on a spiritual level, the music becomes much more than a performance. -
Afro Samurai: Get a Straight Flush - What Are These Straights and How Do You Get Them?Learn how to get the Made Hand Ronin, No Limit Ninjas, Kunoichi Suicide Queens, Gutshot Android Straight, and Off Suit Samurai achievements here.
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How to Grow Long Afro-American HairReviewing your use of chemicals, heat and braiding tension may be all you need to do to gain that over the shoulder mane of hair. -
Rainbow Man: Whatever Happened to that Guy in the Rainbow Afro Who Showed Up at Sporting Events?His name is Rollen Stewart, but he is much better known as Rainbow Man. Where did he wind up after spending years holding up a sign reading John 3:16 at sporting events? Would you believe prison on three life sentences?
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DNA Surprises - Say it Loud, I'm Afro-Tibetan and I'm Proud!Science reveals we are more inter-related that we may think.
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How to Have Healthier and Longer Afro-Textured HairWomen with highly textured and kinky hair can have beautiful, long hair too. Natural methods using healthful items right in your kitchen can help you achieve that goal.
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Gold Medal Hair Catalog: Treasury of Hair Care Products for Afro-American WomenThe Gold Medal Hair Catalog contains hair products that are not seen in "brick and mortar" stores. Products range from hair creams, lotions, natural hair products, wigs, cosmetics and hair accessories.
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Susie King Taylor: Afro-American Civil War NurseIn the annuls of American history is the name of Susie King Taylor. Taylor's incredible life was spent teaching and nursing the men during the Civil War.
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Phillis Wheately: America's First Afro-American PoetPhillis Wheatley made a remarkable journey from her home in Africa to America. But, she didn't stop there. She went on to become a celebrated poet.
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Mahalia Jackson: The Afro-American Queen of Gospel MusicMahalia Jackson grew up singing Gospel music. So it's no surprise that the rest of her life revolved around it too. From the time she was four years old until her death, she sang everywhere she could.
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Josephine Baker: Afro-American Entertainer and Heroine of World War IIStarting in America and ending up in France, Josephine Baker left a lifetime of achievements behind her.
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Afro-Punk: Living Outside the Box with James SpoonerFilm maker James Spooner takes a unique look at the world of Punk Rock through the eyes of fans and band members who happen to be African American. -
Afro-American Historical Figure Ida B. Wells BarnettJust as many people before and after her, Barnett dedicated her life to change the injustices that were being held against Blacks and women alike.
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Celebrate with African Underground at the National Museum of African ArtThis phenomenal art party features Brazilian cocktails, samba performances, and Afro-Brazilian rhythms, courtesy of DJ Adrian Loving, and DJ Munch. -
Product Review: New Herbal Essences Dangerously Straight Pin Straight Shampoo and ConditionerThe New Herbal Essences Dangerously Straight Pin Straight Shampoo and Conditioner may get slightly wavy hair straight. However, can get help unprocessed, 4a or 4b hair go from afro to straight during styling? -
Besouro Set to Break into the MainstreamJoão Daniel Tikhomiroff's exciting new film Besouro looks set to pick up where the 2002 smash hit City of God left off and launch Afro-Brazilian cinema into the mainstream. -
Hypertension in the Afro-Americans CommunityThe article is about hypertension and how it is becoming an increased health risk particularly among Afro-Americans.
