The Root

Both Cardi and Offset are speaking out about the ending of their marriage and what they said has got plenty of folks talking!Read more...

Peter Thiel's growing up apartheid South Africa shaped his view on democracy, but it wasn't until he began making his own money that he would wage war on the core American principle.Read more...

In an appearance on The Diary of a CEO podcast, Gov. Gavin Newsom said President Trump is a very different person in his second term.Read more...

As the daughter of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, it's no surprise that young North West would be fashion forward. But her latest look is raising some eyebrows!Read more...

If the U.S. democracy were to ever collapse, AI ranked the top 10 influential figures who would be responsible. And the list is scary.Read more...

After getting rid of open seating and free checked bags, many online fear Southwest is losing their identity.Read more...

Public is starting to wonder if Jussie Smollett was ever really lying, but the Osundairo brothers are not easing up on him.Read more...

Over three seasons, the highly-rated HBO series gave us drama and fashion. We'll analyze the fashion choices of the Black elite.Read more...

Just when things were already looking weird for Lil Nas X, it looks like he's just been dealt another blow.Read more...

The two stars are back at it again for the latest installment of the beloved film franchise.Read more...

Howard community reacted with jokes, critiques and everything in between as they say bye to the current president and welcome back a familiar face.Read more...

Red Lobster went from bankrupcty in 2024 to viral seafood bags to help win back their Black consumer base. But is it too late? Black TikTok sounds off.Read more...

Young conservatives are trying to find like-minded love at "Good Genes" parties, and you won't expect the rest of the internet's response.Read more...

Raven;s wife latest words are being looked at as yet another example of her trying to downplay the "That's So Raven" star's success and significance. Let's get into it!Read more...

Snoop Dogg has drawn ire from more than a handful of folks online thanks to what he recently shared in a new interview.Read more...

A TikTok creator recently shared that she was invited on a "coffee date," and her response reignited a heated debate over dating standards.Read more...

While the classic film is beloved by some, it's come under scrutiny by others on Twho are looking at it through a new lens.Read more...

Clean lines, colorful artwork and an amazing view of the city are some of the best features of Tyga's Barcelona apartment.Read more...

Not only did Ciara shut down the corny" talk about hubby Wilson, she gave a flawless demonstration of what it looks like to defend your man unapologetically.Read more...

Karma was immediate after a white man spewed racial slurs at a Black man, then needed his help right after.Read more...

The tennis star has sparked an online debate about whether or not using GLP-1s for weight loss is taking the easy way out.Read more...

The reason why Trump is getting away with the Washington D.C. occupation is staring us in the face...but are we paying attention?Read more...

Maria Spooner was escorted out of her workout class by police for not giving up her seat.Read more...

While Oprah Winfrey is beloved by many in Hollywood, some celebrities see her as the villain in their story. Let's unpack those moments and see why!Read more...

Mo'Nique paid her respects to her "brother in comedy," writing how his untimely death is why you should "treat people the best you can."Read more...

Broadway's upcoming season is shaping up to be one of its most star-studded yet.Read more...

The Internet is Trolling Maga With These Funny Gavin Newsom memes!Read more...

Hall of Fame NFL Eric Dickerson says he knows why teams passed on Shedeur Sanders during draftRead more...

On the latest IRL Podcast, La La Anthony is candid about her ugly divorceRead more...

Professor Offers Survival Tips to Black Students at White Colleges During the Trump EraRead more...

Oscar-winning actress Regina King opens up about her son Ian's suicide, and shares an unusual way to remember him.Read more...

The South African singer made a splash in a big way with the release of her hit song "Water" in summer 2023. But she's since hit a snag thanks to a past interview.Read more...

From 1970s comedy nostalgia to historical fantasy thrillers, these "white shows" kept us talking on our social media. Let's take a look back at some of our favorites.Read more...

Angela Bassett, Gunna, Lizzo and more are some of the stars who have fitness routines that you definitely need to know about!Read more...

We're breaking down which Black TV shows are available to watch this fall, from "Abbott Elementary" to new shows like "The Rise and Fall of Reffie Dinkins."Read more...

Were we wrong about Jussie? A new documentary on Netflix suggests we may have dismissed him too quickly.Read more...

From 'Glory,' to 'Get Out,' here are a handful of little known facts about some of our most beloved Black films! Let's get into it!Read more...

Father sees daughter having a mental breakdown on social media and eloquently calls out the person who posted the videoRead more...

From Kyle Rittenhouse to the case Rodney King, these often fatal exchanges between white and Black people are bound to shock your spirit.Read more...

According to historians, Mansa Musa, an African man, possessed more wealth than any other individual on Earth.Read more...

Kingston and his mother were facing some serious, federal wire fraud accusations and now, a ruling has finally been handed down.Read more...

From Harriet Tubman's shawl to the writings of James Baldwin, these five Black history artifacts can only be found at the Smithsonian.Read more...

Justine Lindsay made history as the first transgender cheerleader in the NFL. Now, she's walking away from it all.Read more...

This latest TikTok viral trend has Black Americans meeting Their Scottish CousinsRead more...

During a recent stand-up comedy show, Tony Rock told a heckler exactly who he is... and who he isn't, in a fiery clap back.Read more...

From Tom Jones to Amy Winehouse, these 16 white singers deserve their flowers for giving us amazing hits over the years.Read more...

A little known fact about Eve's past dating life is now making headlines. And trust us... this was news we didn't expect.Read more...

Williams has been making headlines lately for her significant weight loss transformation. And now she's opening up about it!Read more...

Malik Taylor, a beloved influencer and school teacher, died on Wednesday, August 20. He was 28.Read more...