Why Black Folks Should Participant in the Black Census Project
New Study Links ‘Everywhere Chemicals’ Found in Plastics to 2 Million Premature Births
NBA Player Fired Over Anti-LGBTQ Pride Month Comments Sparks Free Speech Debate
Black Virginia Family Finds Army Discharge Papers That Unlock a Mother’s Secret WWII Legacy
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Inside the Riveting Lore of South Sudanese Models
From accusations of oversaturation to modeling agencies’ questionable recruiting methods, South Sudanese models are all anyone can talk about.
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Oprah Explores Why People Are Cutting Off Their Families For The Holidays and Ignites A Social Media Debate
After Oprah’s episode on family estrangement aired, online reactions quickly split, with many praising the platform and others criticizing the language used.
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Why Gabrielle Union’s ‘Being Mary Jane’ is More Relevant Than Ever — and Should Return for a New Chapter
OPINION: Gabrielle Union’s iconic portrayal of Mary Jane Paul continues to mirror the emotional, professional, and cultural journey of Black women, making “Being Mary Jane” more relevant than ever.
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WATCH: New York Woman Earns Guinness World Record for the Largest Afro!
Jessica Martinez has just been crowned the Guinness World Records holder for the world’s largest afro, measuring 6 feet, 2 inches in circumference.
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The Amazing Story of ‘Finding Your Roots’ Host Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Ahead of the annual Root 100 awards, we’re taking a look at the life of The Root’s founder, Henry Louis Gates Jr.
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Black Reporter Sparks Thanksgiving Civil War About Not Washing Turkeys— And Black Folks Online Ain’t Having It!
The AP decided to send out a friendly cooking reminder for Thanksgiving, but Black people think it’s subtle shade. Let’s get into why!
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Former Chicago Principal Exposes Who’s Really to Blame For Attacked Mom— And it’s Not Just the Parents
After a Chicago mom was viciously attacked by students, folks demand the kids’ parents are held accountable. But one ex-CPS principal says that’s not all.
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‘Jane Doe’ From the Infamous R. Kelly Sex Tape Finally Breaks Her Silence After 23 Years
Once known only as “Jane Doe,” Reshona Landfair reveals how family, industry insiders, and authorities failed to protect her and how she is finally reclaiming her identity.
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Anti-violence Organization LIVEFREE Partners With DoorDash to Deliver Fresh Food to Needy Families
As millions of families are suffering from food insecurity, one anti-violence organization is doing the right thing. LIVEFREE has formed a special partnership that will deliver food to those who need it most.
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5 Menopause Challenges Black Women Face — Revealed by New Study
A New Study by the Black Women’s Health Imperative Reveals the Surprising Struggles Black Women Face With Menopause — From Unexpected Symptoms to Gaps in Care and Information