Exclusive: Rev. A.R. Bernard on Becoming NYPD’s Chaplain During Trying Times
Rev. A.R. Bernard, Brooklyn Pastor and Influential Faith Leader, Speaks on His New Role as NYPD Chaplain.
Black American Spies and Why They Were The Best
Black spies used their invisibility in plain sight to carry out some of the nation’s
BHM 2026: Black History Documentaries That Won’t Traumatize You
We know Black history often means reliving the traumatizing experiences and of our past, but
The Most Influential Black Leaders and Celebs Share 100 Life-Changing Lessons
The Root Exclusive Series: Black History Month was established 100 years ago, in February 1926.
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The Life of a Legend: Bob Marley
The reggae singer’s biopic, “Bob Marley: One Love,” is set to release in theaters on Valentine Day. Meanwhile, we wanted to break down his fascinating story.
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BHM: 26 Famous Black People Who Served in the Military
I bet it wasn’t on your bingo card to discover that Marvin Gaye was in the Air Force.
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Meet the Real Villains of Black History
From Robert E. Lee to Eugene “Bull” Connor to David Duke, here are the people who’ve terrorized Black Americans throughout history.
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What They Did to Jackie Robinson’s Statue, Inside Shaquille O’Neal’s Sold Mansion and More Culture News
A collection of our best posts of the week in culture
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These Are the Best Grammys Black History Moments of All Time
Can’t wait until the 2025 Grammys on Sunday? We got you: Will Smith, Beyonce, Outkast and others gave us some unforgettable moments at the past Grammys.









