Michelle Obama On How That Famous 2008 New Yorker ‘Fist Bump’ Magazine Cover Changed Everything
Atlanta Nightlife Insiders Respond to 21 Savage’s Claim That the City’s Club Scene ‘Grooms’ Children
The Root’s Ultimate Guide to Holiday Dos and Don’ts
How to Show Up For Someone Who Is Grieving This Holiday Season
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Black History Month: TV Specials, Documentaries You Should Watch
Specials chronicling gospel music and Black scientists’ contributions to the space race are among the programs you can watch during Black History Month.
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Old Hollywood Excellence: A Celebration of Classic Black Movie Stars
For Black History Month we’re honoring Eartha Kitt, Josephine Baker, the Nicholas Brothers, Sidney Poitier and other pioneers of Black Hollywood.
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The Story Behind Black History Month, And Why It’s The Shortest Month Of The Year
Did you know Black History Month coincides with some very notable birthdays.
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Guess How Much the Community Donated To Replace Jackie Robinson Statue in Kansas?
The statue of the legendary baseball player was destroyed outside a baseball park in Wichita, Kansas.
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Famous Members of Black Greek Sororities or Fraternities Better Known as ‘The Divine Nine’
Toni Morrison, Roland Martin and Cedric the Entertainer are just a few famous members of Black Greek letter organizations.
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Black People Built That: Iconic Landmarks Created and Designed by African Americans
The White House, Harvard Law School and the U.S. Capitol building are just a few well-known buildings we built.
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Could These Leaders Be The Next MLK?
As we enter BHM and look back at the leaders of the civil rights movement in the Nat Geo series “Genius,” here’s a peek at the next generation of leaders.
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Head of the Class: Famous Black HBCU Alumni
Taraji P. Henson, Megan Thee Stallion and our very own VP are among more than a few notable HBCU grads.
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The Fascinating Relationship Between Cicely Tyson and Designer & Stylist B Michael
B. Michael’s new book ‘Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged In Fashion’ chronicles his professional and personal adventures in Tyson’s later years.
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Breaking Down the History of the Black National Anthem Ahead of Super Bowl
Grammy winner Andra Day will perform “Lift Every Voice And Sing” at the big game Feb. 11