Everything to Know About Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat on His 65th Birthday
In honor of what would have been his 65 birthday, we’re looking at some of the most fascinating facts about artist Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Navy SEALs Who Harassed Black Teammate With Racist ‘Slave’ and ‘Monkey’ Memes Finally ‘Disciplined’
A Black SEAL says he was harassed by teammates from 2021 to 2024 through racist
Michelle Obama On How That Famous 2008 New Yorker ‘Fist Bump’ Magazine Cover Changed Everything
In a new interview with Jonathan Capehart, Michelle Obama talks about the moment she decided
Atlanta Nightlife Insiders Respond to 21 Savage’s Claim That the City’s Club Scene ‘Grooms’ Children
The Root spoke to Atlanta insiders about whether the city’s club scene is really “grooming”
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Wait, What?!? How Was Raygun Named World’s Number One Female Breakdancer?
Fresh off the debut of breaking as an Olympic sport, the World DanceSport Federation released their list of top breakers and we have questions.
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A Look Inside Carmelo Anthony’s Lavish New York Mansion
The NBA superstar may be retired but he’s still living large and in charge!
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The Story Behind Why Black Folks Say Lake Lanier is Haunted
The lake in Georgia is one of the deadliest in the country, but is there more to these “haunted” accusations?
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Two Utah High Schoolers Wear Blackface, Judge Mathis Speaks On Divorce, New Yorker Cover Gives Black Folks The Willies, Jack Daniel’s Ends DEI And More
The best and most popular culture stories from the week.
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Fans Furious at 911 Operator Heard in Rich Homie Quan’s Emergency Call
A frantic 911 call made public has the late rapper’s fans upset over how
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The Shocking, Disturbing Details of South Carolina Basketball Star Ashlyn Watkins’ Arrest
The national championship-winning forward maintains her innocence.
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The Evolution of Beyoncé
As we all wished Bey a happy birthday this week, The Root wanted look back at her illustrious career.



