nelson mandela

A few weeks ago, we were talking about the slightly disturbing trend amongst teens who were taking "selfies" at funerals and posting them online for the world to see. Now it seems as if the leader of the free world, President Barack Obama has joined in all the fun by snapping a three-way selfie the Nelson Mandela memorial.

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — President Barack Obama says Nelson Mandela earned his place in history through struggle, shrewdness, persistence and faith.

Funny man Chris Rock is known for his "in your face" comedy, but a recent tweet from the comedian has the Twittersphere going ape. Chris may have put his name in the hat to claim the title of poster child for the phrase "too soon" with this tweet that angered some to the point of them doling out death threats. Maybe he was just trying lighten up the mood?

Hip-hop is mourning the passing of freedom fighter Nelson Mandela. In light of the South African leader's death yesterday, Kendrick Lamar urges his fans to learn about him.

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa's president says Nelson Mandela will be buried on Sunday, Dec. 15. President Jacob Zuma also said Friday that a memorial service in a Johannesburg stadium will be held for the anti-apartheid leader on Tuesday, Dec...

Longtime civil-rights leader and former president of South Africa Nelson Mandela died Thursday due to complications from a lung infection. He was 95 years old.