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R&B Singer Alexander O’Neal’s Sad Week Got Even Sadder in an Instant
1980s R&B hitmaker Alexander O’Neal and his wife are recovering after a fire destroyed their MN home, just after he was released from the ICU.
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Black Celebs Who Blessed Miami Art Basel 2025
Lori Harvey, Rihanna and Swizz Beatz were among the Black stars spotted in Miami for Art Basel. We’re looking at how Black folks are enjoying the celebration of modern art.
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Quinta Brunson’s Latest Move Might Change the Lives of Philly Public School Students Forever
Actress Quinta Brunson just launched a new fund designed to for Philadelphia public school students.
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The Miss Universe Drama Continues as Miss Haiti Calls For an Independent Investigation of the Pageant
Weeks after Miss Universe 2025 was crowned, Miss Haiti is calling for an independent investigation into alleged corruption behind the scenes.
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The Dramatic Story of How One ‘White Passing’ Black Woman Found Her Way Into an Elite Women’s College Before it Was Integrated
Florence Hemmings’ amazing “white passing” story may be headed to the big screen. In 2018, Variety announced that actress Zendaya would produce and star in the psychological thriller “A White Lie.”
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Ashley Allison’s Amazing Journey From Political Strategist to Publisher of The Root
Ahead of the celebration for The Root 100 honorees on Dec. 3, we highlight the inspiring journey of Ashley Allison, who transitioned from politics to becoming the publisher of The Root.
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These Old Self-Help Books Will Change Your Life
Times may be tough right now, but these timeless books will help you find some light in the darkness.
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Big New Update to Black Chicago Mother Forced By Hospital to Give Birth in Her Car
The Indiana hospital that discharged Mercedes Wells while she was in active labor is taking steps to make sure other mothers and babies aren’t endangered.
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Black Internet Erupts After Government Tells Travelers Not to Wear These Specific Items in the Airport
As millions of travelers prepare to hit the skies during the holiday travel season, the government is telling travelers not to wear these specific clothing items.
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Do You Know the Story of Doug E. Fresh, the Human Beat Box Known for Shaping Hip-Hop’s Golden Era?
Known as the human beatbox, rapper Doug E. Fresh created a signature style that dominated hip-hop in the mid-1980s.
