The Root

Ever wondered where Mariah "Queen of Christmas" Carey unwinds after a busy holiday season? Take a peek inside the many homes she's owned over the years.Read more...

There's only one answer when it comes to who has the superior version of "This Christmas."Read more...

The Root spoke to Atlanta insiders about whether the city's club scene is really "grooming" the youth like 21 Savage claimed.Read more...

Claressa Shields and Papoose's relationship is the talk of the timelines once again and as you might expect--it's not positive!Read more...

Fawn Weaver took to Instagram to share her side of the viral interaction with a man claiming to know her from middle school.Read more...

No need to wonder what you missed this week in politics! The Root has you covered with the latest political news!Read more...

Trump-era attacks didn't just make news - they reshaped life for Black Americans and left lasting impacts on our communities, from opportunities lost to systemic setbacks.Read more...

Timothee Chalamet went viral after this one unforgettable moment with Druski has some Black folks online inviting him to the cookout!Read more...

Here are a few practical ways to let someone know you're there for them when they're managing grief during the holidaysRead more...

Outside of just Maryland, there are plenty of cities around the country dedicated to delivering reparations to the descendants of slavery.Read more...

"Love Island USA" Season 7 "it-couple" Nic and Olandria just broke the internet with a fire holiday cover shoot for Glamour magazine.Read more...

"A Different World" is far from the only beloved Black sitcom to get a "sequel" show. Here are a few others!Read more...

Forbes named Coco Gauff the world's highest-paid female athlete of 2025, proving she knows exactly how to build an empire on and off the court!Read more...

Trump's vengeance isn't just about targeting Black leaders, but the calculated plan to bankrupt Black families while criminalizing our leaders.Read more...

Between Rihanna's billionaire empire and Rocky's influence on fashion and culture, their children might just be the coolest kids in Hollywood.Read more...

NFL alum Cam Newton is highlighting pay disparities, but his situation might be a little different for a few reasons. Let's talk about it!Read more...

Fans and TikTok creators slammed Ice Spice's sheer red-carpet look, calling it inappropriate for a children's film and labeling it a calculated PR stunt.Read more...

Words have consequences- even if they are shared online. And a young Black woman might've taken her life because people said evil things on TikTok.Read more...

Before we close the cooks on 2025, we're looking back at some of the biggest news stories that went down in New York City this year.Read more...

Tory Lanez is breaking his silence from behind bars, giving his first ever broadcast interview. Let's get into it!Read more...

Anyone who says Black men don't vote is a lie and the truth ain't in them.Read more...

Take a look at all the Black influencers who took home a trophy from the first-ever TikTok Awards.Read more...

For decades, scientists thought they'd found skeletal remains of the first Black Brit...until updated DNA technology proved them wrong.Read more...

The Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights handles dozens of discrimination cases each year, but under Trump, the office hasn't resolved a single case.Read more...

The internet is clowning Kai Cenat for reading "Atomic Habits," but they shouldn't be. Here's why!Read more...

Musk's payday highlights just how much a single fortune could impact millions of Americans - if only it were put to good use.Read more...

We've never seen a wave of Gen Z and Millennial political stars like this before, and here's everything you need to know about each of them!Read more...

'Home Alone' is an all-time favorite movie for so many people. A trending theory claims it puts the Christ in Christmas.Read more...

We're looking at the story of entrepreneur, music executive and Beyonce and Solange's dad, Mathew Knowles.Read more...

Blueface's mom is dragging his new girlfriend for misspelling his name in a fresh tattoo, and fans are going off in the comments.Read more...

Singer Mariah the Scientist and rapper Young Thug have taken their relationship up another level. But not everyone is on board!Read more...

The beef forced Black America to look deeply in 2025 and ask hard questions about who gets to represent our culture on a global stage.Read more...

When Ga. Republicans tried to grill DA Fani Willis over her relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, things took a fiery turn.Read more...

We got tips on how young employees can ditch toxic workplace hacks" for real-world skills, learning to take feedback, adapt, and thrive - with employers and programs ready to guide them.Read more...

Kristin Cabot, the woman whose face was blasted on the big screen during a viral Coldplay concert clip, is finally giving her perspective on the situation. But does it help or hurt her even more?Read more...

After Southern University student Caleb Wilson died after an alleged Omega Psi Phi hazing in March, more fraternity members face charges.Read more...

President Trump's latest assessment of his first year in office was largely shaped by him blaming Biden, toting affordability and announcing new policies for 2026.Read more...

There's a growing online trend of parents surprising their kids at work. Although the kids are embarrassed, the internet thinks it's hilarious.Read more...

President Donald Trump's latest White House decorating project has folks online calling him "embarrassing."Read more...

While 'Sinners' has won folks over culturally--based off the Academy's history--the film will likely have a tough battle ahead of them as the Oscars gets closer. Let's break down why!Read more...

In 2020, it seemed like Black folks couldn't catch a break. Now, here we are in 2025 and arguably the Black community is facing heavier problems.Read more...

We've rounded up our favorite holiday decor items for people want to celebrate subtly.Read more...

The undefeated Terence Crawford drops news on his fans that no one saw coming.Read more...

White House Chief of Staff Susan Wiles pulls back the curtain on Donald Trump, revealing chaotic decision-making and candid assessments that left folks talking.Read more...

Tamar Braxton addresses online speculation tied to Toni Braxton's husband and reflects on the emotional cost of family conflict playing out in public.Read more...

Father and son, Lamontry Lott and Mikel Lott, break generational cycle, graduating college together.Read more...

Popular streamer and internet star Kai Cenat has endured more than most at just 24-years-old. Now, he's finally sharing how he's mentally been handling it all.Read more...

Residents of the affluent Chicago suburb of Highland Park are speaking out against the new owner's plans for Michael Jordan's former home.Read more...

Five years after a statue of a Confederate general was removed from the Capitol, a statue of one lesser known civil rights leader is finally being unveiled.Read more...

New reports have come out detailing the events that got former Michigan head football coach arrested the day he was fired.Read more...