In Ebony, Morehouse professor David Wall Rice reflects on the genius of comedian Dave Chappelle's short-lived Comedy Central gem.
Def Jam is 25. "Rapper’s Delight" is 30. And Rakim is 41. But with his latest album, The Seventh Seal, hip-hop heads can remember the best of the golden age.
A study measures which countries share the most information online, with surprising results.
Her Bowie State speech could hint at a change of heart in the White House.
Recent film exposes journalists' guilt. Plus: The Root's valued leader resigns.
Show Me the Numbers: Graduation speakers often opt for tough love. Here's what they should say instead.
She Matters: This writer wishes someone had told her these things at her commencement.
Image of the Week: What's the meaning behind this 16th-century cameo featuring a black and a white face?
If any other group called for the government's demise, the GOP would have a fit.
100 Amazing Facts About the Negro: Life took him from a daring sea escape to a stint in Congress.
