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The Amazing Mr. 'Please, Please, Please' Himself: James Brown

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The Amazing Mr. 'Please, Please, Please' Himself: James Brown

With a new biopic in theaters this weekend, Ozy.com's Eugene S. Robinson revisits one of the greatest routines of the "Godfather of Soul."

As Ebola Death Toll Tops 700, Officials Fight To Contain Disease

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Fear, Caution As Doctors Fight Ebola On The Ground

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Congress In Recess After A Notably Unproductive Session

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Stock Markets Take A Dive After Months Of Growth

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Economic Growth Hits Headlines, But Not Wallets

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Economy

Economic Growth Hits Headlines, But Not Wallets

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Economic Growth Hits Headlines, But Not Wallets

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Africa

Ugandan Court Strikes Down Controversial Anti-Homosexuality Law

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James Brown performs at the Red Parrot Disco and Club on March 16, 1983 in New York City. Walter McBride/Corbis hide caption

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Culture

The Amazing Mr. 'Please, Please, Please' Himself: James Brown

by Eugene S. Robinson

The Amazing Mr. 'Please, Please, Please' Himself: James Brown

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Sports

3 Grads Of Historically Black Schools Enter Football Hall Of Fame

by Phil Harrell

3 Grads Of Historically Black Schools Enter Football Hall Of Fame

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Coaching The Big Leagues: Natalie Nakase Makes NBA History

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Coaching The Big Leagues: Natalie Nakase Makes NBA History

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Coaching The Big Leagues: Natalie Nakase Makes NBA History

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National

Bounding From Boat To Mailbox, Young Letter Carrier Delivers

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Bounding From Boat To Mailbox, Young Letter Carrier Delivers

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Music Interviews

Better Late Than Never: Soul Singer Hits National Spotlight

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How to Make the Most of Fishing While on Your Vacation

by Steve Junker

How to Make the Most of Fishing While on Your Vacation

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This Time, He's in the Right Place at the Right Time

by Steve Junker

This Time, He's in the Right Place at the Right Time

3:12

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