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If the SOTU Were Like High School, Who Would Be ‘Most Likely To’?
We all watch the State of the Union to hear the president lay out his policies for the coming year. But just because the policy is serious doesn’t mean we can’t have a little fun. If the State of the Union were a high school class, these would be the superlatives. Most Likely to Nod…
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Take a Look at Some Epic Super Bowl Failures
The Super Bowl has contributed its fair share of defining moments to football history, but it also lends itself to some pretty epic failures. Here are some memorable examples from recent years. 1. Janet Jackson’s Wardrobe Malfunction Carolina Panthers vs. New England Patriots Ten years ago an estimated 140 million people watched as Justin Timberlake…
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How 12 Black Chefs Cooked Their Way to the Top of the Culinary Game
Mix one part talent, two parts dedication and a sprinkle of genius self-marketing. Black chefs and restaurateurs may not have been part of the original American recipe for culinary success, but there’s no question that they’re in the mix now. 1. Barbara “B.” Smith Former model Barbara Smith has become an iconic restaurateur, entertaining and lifestyle…
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Find the Best Soul Food Wherever This Summer Takes You
Though the term “soul food” gained popularity in the 1960s, the cuisine has been a part of African-American culture for centuries, and it seems the restaurant industry has taken note. That means there are plenty of options—and plenty of ways to make the wrong meal choice. Don’t miss out on some of the best eats around.…
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By Tent, Trailer or an RV: Some of the Best Places to Camp
Camping is one of the most affordable ways to vacation. According to Rue Mapp, founder of Outdoor Afro, you can do it in a tent, trailer, recreational vehicle or even at a hotel (yes, there are four- and five-star hotels in some of the national parks). Camp on your own terms at some of the…
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Meet the Miss Black USA 2014 Contestants
Nicole L. Cvetnic is The Root’s multimedia editor and producer. Title: Miss Black USA 2013 Hometown: Raleigh, N.C. Age: 21 School: University of North Carolina at Charlotte Title: Miss Black Alabama USA 2014 Hometown: Montgomery, Ala. Age: 27 School: Auburn University Title: Miss Black Arkansas USA 2014 Hometown: Little Rock, Ark. Age: 21 School: Philander…
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Remembering the Gifts of Geoffrey Holder
With his death at the age of 84, Geoffrey Holder leaves a legacy of creative genius, from the all-black Broadway production of The Wiz, which he costumed and directed, to his unforgettable “uncola man” of 7Up fame. A towering talent at 6 feet 6, he graced the Metropolitan Opera Ballet stage in New York City…
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50 Years Ago Today, MLK Was Honored for His Dedication to Peace
Tuesday marks the 50th anniversary of the day Martin Luther King Jr. was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his commitment to peace and achieving racial justice through nonviolent action. Recipients of the award, considered “the world’s most prestigious prize,” receive a medal, personal diploma and prize money. After being notified of his selection on Oct.…
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Watch: Polls Aren’t the Only Numbers That Tell the Obama Story
To hear the pundits tell it, the reason Democrats took a big hit in Tuesday night’s midterm elections was the sinking popularity of President Barack Obama. And certainly, he’s not riding as high in the polls as he was a few years ago. But whatever the political challenges that Obama and Democrats faced in 2014—the…
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Black Comic Book Characters on the Big Screen
Nicole L. Cvetnic is The Root’s multimedia editor and producer. When Marvel Studios announced that Chadwick Boseman would be playing the Black Panther—the movie studio’s first solo lead of color—the actor joined Michael B. Jordan, Dwayne Johnson and Ray Fisher on a list of black actors who are set to appear in upcoming comic book…
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