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In search of refuge during the American Revolution, this enslaved black man joined the British army

The American Revolution was a war for independence, but many enslaved black people found liberty by joining the British. New research documents the story of one South Carolina teenager who became a hero in the British army.

In search of refuge during the American Revolution, this enslaved black man joined the British army
Tareq Hadhad

A Syrian family finds sweet success in Canada

A Syrian family finds sweet success in Canada
A man in a Guy Fawkes mask smokes while joining supporters of the Anonymous movement taking part in the global "Million Mask March" protests in New York, on November 5, 2014.

For many geeks, Anonymous is the gateway drug to political and social activism

For many geeks, Anonymous is the gateway drug to political and social activism
Gwyneth Paltrow posted this selfie on Twitter started a global trend when she posted a selfie on Twitter, without any makeup on.

Wonder why stars like Gwyneth Paltrow and thousands of others are taking selfies without their makeup?

Wonder why stars like Gwyneth Paltrow and thousands of others are taking selfies without their makeup?

A Canadian church gets shipped to a small town in Louisiana

A Canadian church gets shipped to a small town in Louisiana

Free hugs? You'll go to jail for that

You'd think no one could possibly object to something as simple as free hugs. But that's not the case in Saudi Arabia. Plus, a boy who died 24,000 years ago has given clues to the origin of Native Americans in the US, and the Israeli government is struggling with the mafia. All that and more, in today's Global Scan.

Free hugs? You'll go to jail for that

What's for Lunch? Fresh Seafood from Northumberland Strait Off Nova Scotia

Our Geo Quiz takes us to the provincial capital of Nova Scotia for a chat with Renee Lavallee, the chef at the waterfront Shack Oyster Bar where we ask what's for lunch?

What's for Lunch? Fresh Seafood from Northumberland Strait Off Nova Scotia

Prominent Canadian gay rights activist killed in Halifax, Nova Scotia

A gay rights activist was murdered outside of a bar last week in Halifax, Nova Scotia, after reportedly attempting to break up a fight between two men. Members of the community have come out to honor Raymond Taavel's memory.

Prominent Canadian gay rights activist killed in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Whale Alert: A New Smart App to Save Endangered Whales

A new smart app called "Whale Alert!" that has been designed to help prevent ships from colliding with endangered North Atlantic Right Whales.

Whale Alert: A New Smart App to Save Endangered Whales

VIDEO: Titanic memorial cruise set to leave U.K. for North America

The M.S. Balmoral will retrace the steps of the ill-fated Titanic as part of a memorial cruise that's attracted hundreds of passengers interested in history and the voyage 100 years ago that saw the Titanic strike an iceberg and sink to the bottom of the North Atlantic.

VIDEO: Titanic memorial cruise set to leave U.K. for North America

Canadian Support for Boston Bruins

A fan from Halifax, Canada is hoping the Bruins will lift the Stanley Cup this year.

Canadian Support for Boston Bruins
The World

'Breast is best' vs. 'formula is fine'

When it comes to breast-feeding, baby formula may be gaining ground. Among the reasons: health benefits of breast milk may be exaggerated and new research indicates that nursing mothers may face negative economic consequences.

'Breast is best' vs. 'formula is fine'
The World

Geo Quiz and answer

The answer to today's Geo Quiz is the distance (in nautical miles) between Halifax, Nova Scotia and Belfast, Northern Ireland.

Geo Quiz and answer

Sandra Cisneros looks back

The author of "The House on Mango Street" talks about her seminal work, one of the most beloved and critically acclaimed books of the 20th century.

Sandra Cisneros looks back
The World

Geo answer

The answer to today's Geo Quiz is Nova Scotia. Anchor Marco Werman speaks to a couple of Scotsmen who've been traveling through Nova Scotia recently, drumming up support for a celebration of Scottish poet Robert Burns.

Geo answer