7 Times Black Folks Almost Became U.S. President
White NYC College Professor Makes Racist Comments on Work Zoom When She Thought She Was on Mute
On the 100th Anniversary of Black History Month, We’ve Come So Far — Yet Still Have So Far to Go
A Peek Inside NBA Star Anthony Davis’ $40 Million Bel-Air Mansion
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The Importance of Cypress Hill and Their Classic Studio Album, Black Sunday
Sen Dog spoke to The Root about the group’s legacy and the importance of their sophomore album, Black Sunday, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary.
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My Hip-Hop Story: Jason Derulo Shares His G.O.A.T Rapper & Sings Missy Elliot’s Praises
As part of our Hip-Hop: ’73 Till Infinity series, singer/songwriter Jason Derulo shares his earliest hip-hop memories.
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You Won’t Believe Why This Black Woman Is Stuck in a Dubai Prison
Tierra Allen, a Houston truck driver and influencer, has been detained for over two months in Dubai for “screaming in public.”
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Flint Acting Shady On Refusal to RePaint BLM Mural
Flint City Hall refused to allow the Black Lives Matter street mural be repainted for traffic safety concerns but city residents aren’t convinced.
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Black College DEI Director Sues School She Says Accused Her of Being a White Supremacist
“They literally marginalized me as an individual, and they shunned me and they worked really hard to push me out,” says Dr. Tabia Lee.
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Makes History By Starting 1st Black-Owned, Women-Led Credit Union
VP Kamala Harris, who is a member of AKA, has a history of supporting community lenders and banks.
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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.