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Love Hurts on 'Law & Order' and in Real Life

An episode inspired by Chris Brown and Rihanna exposes the blurry line between reality and entertainment.

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I'm Black and I Think I Have Presidential Roots

Tracing Your Roots: A blues singer thinks he is descended from Lincoln's mom; his daughter seeks advice.

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The Coolest Black Nerds You Know

Blerd History Month: Barack Obama leads the pack in the last installment of our series.

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How Can More Black People Finish College?

Ask Dr. Lomax: It's not just about getting in but about getting that degree. These programs help.

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More Black Men in Jail Than in College? Wrong

Show Me the Numbers: A 13-year-old report using questionable data gave rise to an enduring myth.

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I Want to Sell My Home. Why Is He Mad?

Ask Demetria: Putting up the house that you share can cost you more than money.

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Aisha Tyler: Queen of the Blerds

The TV star talked to The Root about nerd culture, dealing with bullies and the pursuit of failure.

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Remembering Trayvon 1 Year Later

The teen's parents, along with actor Jamie Foxx, held a vigil at New York City's Union Square.

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Has George Zimmerman Won the Media War?

A year after he shot and killed Trayvon Martin, the defendant's press
 blitz is paying off.

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Tarantino Talks Sequel to 'Basterds' and 'Django'

The director tells our editor-in-chief about the idea for his next "resistance" film.