The Heartbreaking Fall of Debi Thomas: From Olympic Star and Surgeon to Living in a Trailer
In honor of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, we’re looking at the life of Debi Thomas, the first African American athlete to medal at the winter games.
Sen. Raphael Warnock and More 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.
A Peek Inside Alicia Keys and Swizz Beats’ Gorgeous Cali Oceanside Palace
The couple’s California mansion is full of light and beautiful works of art
BHM 2026: Black History Documentaries That Won’t Traumatize You
Black history is more than just reliving the traumatizing experiences and of our past! Check
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Atlanta Dream Make Rhyne Howard the No. 1 Pick in WNBA Draft
The Kentucky star was followed by No. 2 pick NaLyssa Smith and No. 3 choice Shakira Austin.
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Dwayne Haskins’ Family Plans N.J., Maryland Memorials
Loss of Steelers’ QB is “unimaginable”, his parents say.
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200 Never-Before-Seen Basquiat Artworks
“King Pleasure,” the new Jean-Michel Basquiat exhibit in New York City, showcases new paintings and drawings unseen until now.
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14,000 Etsy Sellers Striking Against Transaction Fee Hike
The independent artists are taking a stand against the company for cutting into their earning potential
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Gary Brown & Dwayne Haskins: A Tragic Week for the NFL
The sudden death of Steelers Quarterback Dwayne Haskins and former Cowboys running back coach Gary Brown has shocked NFL fans.
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Necole Kane Wants Women to Have a Better Relationship With Their Periods
My Happy Flo helps to balance a woman’s hormones, leaving her with less painful periods
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Athens Youth Program, Chess and Community Celebrates Ten Years of Service
Giving flowers they so deserve to Black men community leaders.
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New Basquiat Exhibition, “King Pleasure,” Opens In NYC
Long live King Jean-Michel Basquiat, the artist we are still discovering anew