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Relationship Guru Derrick Jaxn Files for Divorce After Being Spotted in Miami With a Mystery Woman

I guess the helmet of salvation doesn’t save all unions.

Tiktok's Karens Tried to Stop "Black Girl Follow Train"

I’ll take a double shot of white woman tears. No ice.

Here's Why It's Dangerous to Label Black Women "Strong"

Some Black women have taken to TikTok to address this stereotype.

Black UK Girl Punished at School for Braided Heart and Twitter Reacts

Policing Black hair is oppressive behavior. Argue with your mom.

Tracee Ellis Ross Has No Regrets About Being Kid-Free at 50

"My ability to have a child is leaving me, but, like, I don't agree that that's what 'fertile' means," she said on the We Can Do Hard Things podcast.

Super Genes? One Sibling is an Olympian, the Other is Hoping to Win the Super Bowl

The Quinn siblings aren't new to sports excellence and a Super Bowl ring is now on the line

Taraji P. Henson to Angie Martinez: "Who's There To Lift Me Up?"

The Empire actress sat down with Angie Martinez to talk about what she's doing to make her well-being a priority

Charles Barkley Pledges $1 Million to Spelman College

He says he was inspired by his business partner's daughter.

Meet the Black Man Who Took Down the Robert E. Lee Monument

A number of white contractors declined taking down Confederate statues.

A Doctor With a History of Errors Led to Black Mother's Death, According to Report

This is just one of several careless, unchecked errors made by an anesthesiologist at a Brooklyn hospital where most of the patients are people of color

TikTok User Goes Off on Apple for "Cringey" Black History Month Fitness Challenge

The tech giant's announcement of a "Unity Challenge" fell flat with some users who called it tone-deaf

Bank of America Customers Woke Up to Zero Balances, Mysterious Transactions in a Bad Week for Banks

Customers took to social media to turn up the heat on the North Carolina-based bank for messing with their money.

Black Content Creators Call Out Influencer Industry for Racial Bias in Gifting

Content creators say that it’s not just about freebies, it’s about creating opportunities for full time employment.

Nicki Minaj Comes for Real Housewives' Garcelle Beauvais Over Sexual Assault Victim Interview

Nicki Minaj went off on the reality star and former talk show host for interviewing the woman accusing Minaj's husband of sexual assault.

People REALLY Need to Stop Comparing Abortion Restrictions to Slavery

You're not wrong: the way some white people are talking about abortion is... kinda racist

Michelle Obama Reveals She Wore Weaves and Other "Protective Styles," in the White House,

In a Revolt TV special, the former First Lady shares why she chose to straighten her hair while in the White House

Kenyan LGBTQ Activist Found Dead in Metal Box

Police say the motive for the killing is currently unknown.

Strap In: Crocs are on Sale.

Here's More Of Our 2022 Holiday Gift Guide [UPDATED]

Does holiday shopping have you stressed out? We got you.

Historic Houston Park is Planning a Special Juneteenth Celebration

Emancipation Park in the city's Third Ward is celebrating its 150th birthday in a big way

For About $200K, You Can Grab This Virgil Abloh-Designed Benz

But you better have a plug if you want to buy this Benz because they'll be in short supply

Gentrification Causing Problems for Black Churches in D.C.

Historically Black churches in the nation's capital are losing members as gentrification changes the face of the neighborhood.

One to Watch: Princess Tiana's Bayou Adventure

Excitement is building for the park experience featuring Disney's first Black princess.

The 2020 Wypipo Awards

In 2018, The Root embarked upon a mission to prove our commitment to the “It’s OK to be White” movement by honoring the notable achievements of America’s underwashclothed community. Despite owning more Grammys, Tonys, Oscars and Emmys for the music,…