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Acting White, Acting Black
Republican and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, born in Jim Crow-era Birmingham, Alabama, already stands out from the typical Bush-era conservative, but adding to her impressively eclectic résumé is her training as a classical concert pianist. No matter what talk-show queen Oprah Winfrey says (or does), her legion of mostly white female fans hang…
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The Hottest Summer Art Festivals Near You
Dates: June 15 – Aug. 15 Enjoy Caribbean culture? Take a trip to one of the continent’s largest street festivals. Listen to Calypso playing freely in the street. Sway your hips to the sounds of reggae. Dress up for the masquerade parade. Enjoy the food! Admission: Prices may vary per event. Some events are free. Learn…
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Would a Black Person Get Away With This?
Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani’s daughter, Caroline, is no Winona Ryder (remember, Ryder stole $5,500 worth of merchandise from Saks Fifth Avenue in 2002). You could say it’s merely a matter of powerful connections, but we wonder how likely it is that a young black woman accused of shoplifting $100 worth of makeup from Sephora…
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An Evening for the Young and Fabulous in NYC
Among the women who came out to our Young, Fabulous and Female evening of moderated discussion and networking over cocktails were (from left) model and fashion designer Lois Samuels; author and columnist Harriette Cole; The DL Hughley Morning Show co-host Jacque Reid; The Root publisher Donna Byrd; and deputy editor of The Root Sheryl Huggins Salomon. Moderator Jacque…
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Did Nepotism or Know-How Make These People Stars?
Occupation: Child actorBest Known For: His starring role in the 2010 remake of The Karate Kid and supporting roles in The Day The Earth Stood Still and The Pursuit of Happyness.Background: His superstar parents Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith.Nepotism or Know-How? Sure, nepotism gave him a solid boost (come on, he played opposite his…
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National HIV Testing Day: Know Your Status
Want to know more about HIV/AIDS? Interested in getting tested? Eager to get involved in the movement to increase awareness about HIV/AIDS, especially among African Americans? Explore all of these options by checking out the resources that The Root has put together in the spirit of National HIV/AIDS Testing Day, which is observed every June…
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GALLERY: The World Pays Tribute to the King of Pop
MJ fans created a ‘remembrance wall’ of personal written tributes at the 02 Arena in London, England on June 25, 2010. In honor of MJ, Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a sand sculpture on a beach in Puri, India. Fans place bouquets in front of a Michael Jackson portrait outside of the Tokyo Tower…
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The Best Black-Owned Bed-and-Breakfasts
The Oak Bluffs Inn is just one of the Obamas’ getaway spots. Eric and Rhonda Albert’s luxurious B and B is on Oak Bluff’s main street, Circuit Avenue. It has nine guest rooms and one apartment. Rates range from $100 to $600, April 15 to June 17; $225 to $600, June 18 to Sept. 11; and…
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Worth Obsessing Over: Our Favorite Blogs
www.postbourgie.com What it is: A blog that hits on the day’s hot topics—from politics to media to education—from a stable of solid, smart writers across the nation. Why we like it: The random midday hotness? Always hot. And the Monday “random-ass” roundups compile the best of the Web to get your gears turning early in the week. Also, the comments are…
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It Takes a Dad: Famous Black Men Reflect on Family
Host of the “DL Hughley Morning Show” on NY’s KISS-FM Radio “I hope I have taught my children that it’s important to be an individual, and that it is important to set their own course. Believe in yourself and believe in your own opinions, even when no one else does.” President & CEO of the…
Black News and Black Views with a Whole Lotta Attitude
