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5/24/21

The Root 100: It's Nomination Time for Our Annual List of Black Excellence

If the current debate over teaching American history and who gets credit for building this country is any…

5/19/21

Livestream: What Does Palestine Mean for Black America?

If you’ve been concerned about the violent images and videos coming out of the Gaza Strip and the East Jerusalem…

5/7/21

The best TV comedies on HBO Max

Streaming libraries expand and contract. Algorithms are imperfect. Those damn thumbnail images are always changing.…

5/2/21

The best crime movies on Netflix

Streaming libraries expand and contract. Algorithms are imperfect. Those damn thumbnail images are always …

5/2/21

The best comedy movies on Amazon Prime Video

The Farewell, igby Goes Down, Election, Young Adult, Friends With Kids, and more of the best comedies to stream on…

5/2/21

Sunday's Best Deals: Hisense 55-Inch TV, Animal Crossing Accessories, Shiatsu Neck and Shoulder Massager, and More

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5/1/21

Saturday's Best Deals: Bokksu Japanese Snacks Subscription, King Art Fineliner Pen Sets, On-the-Go Road Trip Accessories, Mameshiba Fidget Toy Packs, and More

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4/30/21

Friday's Best Deals: Apple AirPods Max, <i>Mass Effect: Legendary Edition</i> Pre-Order, <i>Persona 5 Strikers</i>, Smartmi Air Purifier, O'Yeet Massage Gun, Too Faced Sale, and More

Friday's Best Deals: Apple AirPods Max, Mass Effect: Legendary Edition Pre-Order, Persona 5 Strikers, Smartmi Air Purifier, O'Yeet Massage Gun, Too Faced Sale, and More

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4/30/21

The best Netflix documentaries...that aren't <i>Tiger King</i> or <i>Making A Murderer</i>

The best Netflix documentaries...that aren't Tiger King or Making A Murderer

Dozens of other terrific non-fiction titles can be found on the streaming service

4/29/21

Thursday's Best Deals: HP Chromebook X360, Samsung Galaxy Buds, Apple Watch Series 6, <i>Sonic</i> Switch 2-Pack, Bella Pro Series Air Fryer, NFL Draft Hats, and More

Thursday's Best Deals: HP Chromebook X360, Samsung Galaxy Buds, Apple Watch Series 6, Sonic Switch 2-Pack, Bella Pro Series Air Fryer, NFL Draft Hats, and More

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4/5/21

Monday's Best Deals: M1 MacBook Pro, Learn to Code 2021 Bundle, <i>Persona 5 Strikers</i>, Stainless Steel Stock Pots, Lisa Frank Cosmetics, Callaway Golf Sale, and More

Monday's Best Deals: M1 MacBook Pro, Learn to Code 2021 Bundle, Persona 5 Strikers, Stainless Steel Stock Pots, Lisa Frank Cosmetics, Callaway Golf Sale, and More

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3/31/21

Wednesday's Best Deals: Hard Drive Sale, PlayStation Store Gift Card, Kyoku Damascus Knives, The Ordinary Peeling Solution, <i>The Art of Super Mario Odyssey</i>, and More

Wednesday's Best Deals: Hard Drive Sale, PlayStation Store Gift Card, Kyoku Damascus Knives, The Ordinary Peeling Solution, The Art of Super Mario Odyssey, and More

A hard drive sale and PlayStation Store gift cards lead Wednesday’s best deals.

1/31/21

Sunday's Best Deals: BarkBox Subscription, Car Jump Starter, Portable Laptop Stand, Mophie Powerstation Charging Bundle, Windshield Snow Covers, and More

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1/30/21

Saturday's Best Deals: LG 75-Inch Smart 4K TV, XPG DDR4 RAM, Hydrating Collagen Masks, Onzie Face Masks, Car Safety Multi-tool, and More

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1/29/21

Friday's Best Deals: M1 Mac Mini + MacBooks, <i>Watch Dogs Legion</i>, JACHS NY Outerwear, 48-Pack Batteries, KitchenAid Architect Knives, LG CX OLED 4K TVs, and More

Friday's Best Deals: M1 Mac Mini + MacBooks, Watch Dogs Legion, JACHS NY Outerwear, 48-Pack Batteries, KitchenAid Architect Knives, LG CX OLED 4K TVs, and More

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1/28/21

Thursday's Best Deals: LG CX OLED 65" 4K TV, $100 Xbox Gift Card, JACHS NY Pants, Vizio 2.0 Soundbar, <i>Animal Crossing</i> Switch Case, <i>Assassin's Creed Valhalla</i>, and More

Thursday's Best Deals: LG CX OLED 65" 4K TV, $100 Xbox Gift Card, JACHS NY Pants, Vizio 2.0 Soundbar, Animal Crossing Switch Case, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, and More

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1/27/21

Wednesday's Best Deals: <i>Mario Kart Live</i>, Skechers Flurry Boots, Maybelline Sky High Mascara, Anker Soundcore 2, <i>Hitman 3</i>, Blanket Hoodie, and More

Wednesday's Best Deals: Mario Kart Live, Skechers Flurry Boots, Maybelline Sky High Mascara, Anker Soundcore 2, Hitman 3, Blanket Hoodie, and More

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12/24/20

Thursday's Best Deals: iPad Air, Mpow Flame Earbuds, Infrared Thermometer, Stackable Character Snack Packs, <i>BioShock: The Collection</i>, <i>Xcom 2</i>, Reusable Makeup Removers, <i>The Last of Us Part II </i>and More

Thursday's Best Deals: iPad Air, Mpow Flame Earbuds, Infrared Thermometer, Stackable Character Snack Packs, BioShock: The Collection, Xcom 2, Reusable Makeup Removers, The Last of Us Part II and More

A RemoBell smart doorbell and an iPad Air lead Thursday’s best deals.

10/14/20

Wednesday's Best Deals: Amazon Prime Day, Apple AirPods, Razer Blade 15, DJI Mavic Mini Drone, Succulents 11-Pack, Aukey Chargers, and More

Amazon Prime Day bargains, including Apple AirPods and the Razer Blade 15 gaming laptop, lead Wednesday’s best deals.

10/12/20

Back to the drawing board: 14 TV shows that should do animated episodes

The Boys, Riverdale, Barry, and other recent shows that would lend themselves well to an animated format