Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Maya Angelou, an influential visual poet, and civil rights activist, remains a cornerstone in Black history. Her work inspires ...

Maya poet and activist Pedro Uc Be continues to write about the history of his people, and to help fight for their rights.

Maya Angelou, a celebrated poet and activist, overcame adversity to become an iconic voice. Her powerful writings on identity, trauma, and hope, particularly in "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," ...

In December 2013, the U.S. Department of State posted a YouTube video of Dr. Maya Angelou delivering a poem entitled His Day is Done — A Tribute Poem for Nelson Mandela on behalf of the American ...

As we mourn the passing of the great Maya Angelou, we remember all of the awards, recognitions and accolades she earned over the course of her illustrious career as an artist and activist. The Grammy ...

Quote of the Day: Maya Angelou's profound quote, "There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you," highlights the emotional toll of suppressed truths. Her life, marked by trauma and ...

Good Company, the Ames-based women’s choral ensemble, is observing Cinco de Mayo with a concert titled “The Fiesta of Life: A Concert of Celebration.” The concert will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday at St.

The first part of the docuseries debuts July 17 on Netflix. Viola Davis narrates the teaser trailer for the new docuseries "Simone Biles Rising." In the video, featuring footage from the Olympian's ...

Maya Angelou, considered one of the best poets in history, signs copies of "Maya Angelou: Letter to My Daughter" at Barnes & Noble in Union Square on October 30, 2008 in New York City. Poetry is a ...