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Report finds racial bias in the bond market against historically black colleges and universities

Apr 12, 2016
Historically black colleges and universities pay 15 to 20 percent more to borrow.
Graduates of Bowie State University — Maryland's oldest historically black university — arrive for the school's graduation ceremony.
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The Oscars promises to make some changes

Jan 22, 2016
Including doubling women and minority voters by 2020.

Black-owned banks are dying. Here's why it matters.

Jul 2, 2015
Spoiler alert: Racism still exists. And research shows it affects lending.

BBC drops "Top Gear" host, risking losses

Mar 25, 2015
Is firing a volatile but popular host good business?