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Brittney Griner Returns For 1st WNBA All-Star Game Since Russian Detainment
“I’m just honored to be on this court,” Griner said in a statement following the game.
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MC Sha-Rock Gives Us a Hip Hop History Lesson
The Root caught up with the first female MC to talk about the culture she helped create
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Take Your Summer to the Next Level With Our Summer Essentials
With June gloom out the way, it’s finally time to enjoy your summer—with a little help from The Root.
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As the WNBA Heads to the All-Star Break, Can Anyone Stop the Las Vegas Aces?
ESPN analyst LaChina Robinson spoke with The Root about what to expect from the WNBA All-Star Game and the second half of the season.
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NFL Player Jalen Carter Sued by Former Staff Member at University of Georgia
A woman who survived a car crash that killed a player and staff member at the University of Georgia is suing the Philadelphia Eagles rookie.
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Worst Restaurant Business Mistakes & Advice According To Chef Alysa Reynolds | Securing the Bag: Part 4
Here’s just a few examples that Hulu’s Searching For Soul Food chef, Alysa Reynolds, overcame to secure the bag.
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Chef Alysa Reynolds On Fusion Cuisine & Cultural Appropriation | Securing the Bag: Part 3
The host of Hulu’s Searching For Soul Food series recalls her desire to champion soul food and pay respect to cultures via food.
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Oh Snap! Diddy Just Launched a Way for Us to Buy Everything Black
The entertainer/entrepreneur’s new platform is designed to make it easier to support Black businesses.