A GOOD READ: North American black history is offered in detail in books

Black History Month (or African-American History Month) is a good time to read about the history of the civil rights movement.

Hydrokinetic and Ocean Energy

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Motor head history: It's what we do

Here in the North American capital region of the car, or anywhere in the world for that matter, life without a vehicle is unthinkable.

Black History Month 2012: Spotlighting a few key players in the Democratic National Convention

Behind President Obama and Mayor Foxx is an army of talented African-American political movers and shakers, not to mention a bold and rich history of righteous activism. by Mary C. Curtis When the Democratic National Convention comes to Charlotte in September, the symbolism will be unmistakable: Mayor Anthony Foxx greeting President Barack Obama on his way to re-nomination for the highest office ...

Driving America: Automobile's role in American history takes center stage in new exhibit

Europeans want to drive their cars. Americans want to live in theirs. I didn’t make that up, but it’s true in 2012.