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Updated as of 2/28/2023 at 1:45 p.m. ET

In 2020, Google launched their very first “Google for Startups Black Founders Fund.” It was started to help Black entrepreneurs in tech overcome the excessive—and unfair— obstacles they deal with when raising capital. The very first group of recipients raised millions in follow-on funding, which led Google to expand…Read more...

The countdown to King Charles III’s coronation is on but it looks like one of the world’s most infamous colonizers can’t find anyone to play his party. Numerous outlets have reported that some of the United Kingdom’s biggest names have declined invitations to perform during the May 6 celebration.Read more...

While the events that occurred during the 2023 Super Bowl weekend are in the rearview mirror for nearly everybody that attended, the consequences of that weekend are still lingering for former Dallas Cowboys great Michael Irvin.Read more...

See? Even the President is tired of Gov. DeSantis’ anti-CRT nonsense. At the White House reception Monday, celebrating the close of Black History Month, President Joe Biden responded to Florida’s block of a new Advanced Placement African American studies course from being taught in schools, per The Associated Press.

Black celebs started Black History Month with some beautifully styled pieces they wore on the red carpets during New York Fashion Week, the Super Bowl, and more! Tell us in comments what’s your favorite look?

Nneka Ogwumike isn’t just a WNBA All-Star forward for the Los Angeles Sparks, she’s also the president of the Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA). In the midst of an active WNBA free agency period, the 2016 MVP decided to stay with the Sparks. On Monday, during a press conference announcing her…Read more...

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The White House said this morning that President Joe Biden would travel to Selma, Ala., on Sunday to commemorate the 58th anniversary of “Bloody Sunday”, the historic civil rights march in which police battered peaceful demonstrators, including the late Rep. John Lewis.

Scott Adams’ recently had his “Dilbert” cartoon pulled from newspaper circulation due to his racist comments against Black people. After a Rasmussen Reports poll allegedly found that around 26% of Black Americans disagreed with the phrase “It’s okay to be White,” Adams said Black people are a “racist hate group.”Read more...

The always busy Keke Palmer has added a new title to her long list of credits, and this one is much more important than all the others. She’s a mom!

With the announcement of Representative Cori Bush’s recent wedding, we at The Root look back at some other surprisingly secret Black celebrity nuptials.

Netflix is going all out for Chris Rock’s upcoming stand-up special Selective Outrage, with the streaming network now planning to air live pre and post show specials before the big event. According to The Hollywood Reporter, streaming live at 9:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. PT on March 4, The Show Before the Show, hosted by …Read more...

Kodak Black is not a stranger to being in trouble with the police. On numerous occasions over the past four years, the “No Flockin” rapper has found himself directly involved in the middle of many criminal investigations.Read more...

We’re just over two years into the Biden administration, and I have to say, not having to write about someone leaving the White House every day has been refreshing. (Yes, this is Trump administration shade).Read more...

In January, we told you about the increasing popularity of Ozempic and other drugs used to treat people with type 2 diabetes doubling as drugs used for weight loss. Since then, the demand has grown, making it even more difficult for the people who actually need the drugs to get a hold of them – a disturbing trend that…Read more...

Floyd Mayweather Jr. may not be the greatest boxer of all time, but he’s made the sweet science work better for him than anyone else in the sport. His career earnings in and out of the ring have totaled more than $1 billion.

The list of things Karens call the cops for when it comes to Black people just keeps getting longer and more baffling. The latest addition to the list is shoveling snow. According to The Daily Beast, two Black men shoveled a lady’s sidewalk (for free) and she came outside threatening to call the police.

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Though things have been less than stellar between rapper Megan Thee Stallion and 1501 Entertainment—the label she originally signed to and has been legally fighting against for the last few years—it appears things might finally be headed toward a peaceful resolution.Read more...

The 54th Annual NAACP Image Awards was a night full of memorable moments and celebrations. One of the most beautiful highlights of the event came when WNBA star Brittney Griner and her wife Cherelle received an emotional standing ovation from the star-studded audience. The couple offered thanks to everyone for their…Read more...

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Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen plans to do a “wholesale overhaul” of the education system by controlling what students are learning and their conversations in the classroom, per The Associated Press. Along with other states’ anti-woke initiatives, this includes book banning and limitations of conversations around sexuality.

Black stars showed up and showed out at the 2023 Screen Actors Guild Awards in vibrant yellows, excellent updos, and perfectly tailored suits. Here are all of the looks we loved from the glamorous evening!Read more...

Like many in the Black community, all were ecstatic when Beyoncé took home the Best Dance/Electronic Album award at the 2023 Grammys for her hugely popular 2022 album Renaissance. It helped her become the most-awarded artist in the history of the recording academy and the first Black woman to win the award.Read more...

Let’s be real here when people think about Massachusetts and specifically the Boston area; Black empowerment isn’t exactly top of mind. But on Friday, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced she was creating an Advisory Council on Black Empowerment.Read more...

In a new report published by the Anti-Defamation League, it was revealed that all 25 extremism-related murders in the United States in 2022 were connected to right-wing extremists. In addition, it also showed that 15 of the 25 extremist-related murder victims were killed in two mass shootings.Read more...

New Year, new babies? Despite us only being nearly three months into 2023, it looks like Nick Cannon may already have plans to father more children.Read more...

Since Daniel Craig announced that he was walking away from the role of James Bond, Hollywood has been buzzing about who could take his place. Here at The Root, we even weighed in with a few Black actors we wouldn’t mind seeing step into the iconic role.Read more...

There were a lot of opinions on Ariana DeBose’s much-talked-about BAFTA rap. But, let’s be honest: there’s only one that actually matters, and that’s Angela Bassett—especially since the West Side Story star’s “Angela Bassett did the thing” line has become a viral sensation. In fact, the 9-1-1 star even referenced it…Read more...

Scott Adams, the illustrator behind the “Dilbert” comic strip, has found himself in hot water after making inflammatory racist remarks. Apparently he has promoted right-wing ideologies for quite some time, but the results of a Rasmussen Reports poll caused him to further amplify his ignorance.Read more...

If you’ve been doom-scrolling since the start of the year, you probably missed this tidbit of good news. Earlier this month, the Department of Education granted $18 million to teaching programs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other predominantly minority-serving institutions.Read more...

The first conviction to be overturned by the new laws around musical expression has freed a man from San Bernardino, Ca. According to the Orange County Register, the rap lyrics used to put him away should not have been submitted as evidence at trial.Read more...

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One of the coolest things about Bel-Air is how it reinvents notable moments from the original series. This is showcased brilliantly in the relationship between Hillary and Jazz. As you’ll recall, in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, he was obsessed with her, while she didn’t have the time of day for him. The Season 2…Read more...

Last week, singers Chloe Bailey and Chris Brown received widespread criticism after announcing their newest collaboration on social media.

Black History Month calls for a history lesson! Black people have been shattering glass ceilings and raising the bar for us all over the last few years. Here we shout out some new Black “firsts” worth remembering.

One of entertainment’s most outspoken and charitable couples was honored for their good work. On Saturday, at the 54th Annual NAACP Image Awards, Gabrielle Union-Wade and Dwyane Wade were presented with the President’s Award“ in recognition of special achievement and distinguished public service.” Per a press release,…Read more...

To say that civil rights attorney Ben Crump delivered a call to action at the 54th Annual NAACP Image Awards is an understatement. He straight up took us all to church with a sermon for the ages. As he accepted the Social Justice Impact Award, Crump highlighted how important it is for everyone to keep fighting against…Read more...

With Queen Latifah hosting the 54th Annual NAACP Image Awards, you knew she was going to celebrate all the amazing Black women in attendance. And it truly was a hall-of-fame caliber roster in the house. The spectacular entertainer was stunning in a black and white gown as she opened the show with a short rendition of…Read more...

Although multiple statues have already been awarded this week, Saturday’s ceremony brought out even more of our favorite celebrities, such as Quinta Brunson (above). Here’s who hit the red carpet in style.Read more...

Prosecutors have dropped the criminal charges against Jarrett Hobbs, a man assaulted by a group of sheriff’s deputies in 2022, per The Associated Press. Hobbs was facing assault charges after the beating. However, the video footage showed there wasn’t enough evidence to prove that Hobbs was the threat.

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Though Rihanna’s Super Bowl 57 halftime show performance was nearly two weeks ago, it’s still causing a stir. At first, there were complaints about her not dancing enough and having a lackluster set—even though the star was singing while pregnant with her second child. Now it looks like the trolls are claiming that…Read more...

Black History Month is all about bringing awareness to the successes and struggles of Black people since the United States was established. With this in mind, we decided to take a look at the enduring legacy of white supremacy and its impact on Black people. This is a list of the men that have made the lives of Black…Read more...

In Bruiser, the feature directorial debut from Miles Warren, Till’s Jalyn Hall stars as 14-year-old Darious, a young teen searching for answers to internal questions he’s yet to fully flesh out.Read more...

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If you’ve ever watched PBS’ Finding Your Roots, you know guests are often surprised by the information they learn about their ancestors. But in the latest episode of the hit series, activist and educator Angela Davis was completely blown away. The woman known by many as one of the most important figures of the Black…Read more...