The New York Times – Music:
The Blues Hall of Famer became a sensation in 1974 with his hit song “Let’s Straighten It Out.”
Category: Black People
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Marian Anderson’s Ambition Was Always Clear: To Be a ‘Fine Artist’
The New York Times – Music:
Anderson’s importance as a barrier breaker in classical music has sometimes overshadowed the power of her artistry.
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The Black Polar Bears of Martha’s Vineyard
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
For 80 summers, vacationers on the island have waded into bracing water to satisfy a desire for fellowship and light cardio.
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Tuskegee University Banned Bonnets and Durags. Students Mostly Wonder Why.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Students at Tuskegee University in Alabama objected to the school’s new dress code, saying it was unnecessary and misunderstood the campus culture.
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For ‘Love Island USA’ Fans, Season 8 Discussions Led to Vastly Different Takeaways
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Season 8 brought more men into the chat, and revealed that while we were all watching the same reality TV show, our takeaways couldn’t have been more different.