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Texas Senator Ted Cruz has decided to give his opinion that nobody asked for. On May 21, 2023, Cruz tweeted that the NAACP’s travel advisory for Black people and other minority groups in Florida is “bizarre” and that if Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. were alive he would be “ashamed of how profoundly they’ve (the NAACP)…Read more...

Fans racially abusing Black players has been an ongoing problem in soccer. It doesn’t seem to matter how famous or successful the players are, there are some fans who will never accept them in the sport. From big governing bodies like FIFA and UEFA, to smaller local organizations, officials have tried to tackle the…Read more...

If the late Marvin Gaye could add climate change to his ecological masterpiece “Mercy, Mercy Me,” he might ask: Where did all the cool nights go? Heatwaves in the ‘hood, no shade from the sky, no AC to keep grandma from dying.

On Friday (May 19), the Education Department’s Office for Civil Rights publicly released its findings in a letter concluding an investigation into Forsyth County Schools. In 2022, the Georgia district made the decision to remove almost a dozen books in response to parent complaints—and these books featured Black and…Read more...

Over the weekend, fans of Fast & Furious took to theaters in droves (ha!)to watch the 10th installment of the franchise, Fast X, starring Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Jason Momoa Chris “Ludacris ”Bridges, Tyrese Gibson and more.Read more...

It’s been one thing after the other since those horrid, racist text messages from the Antioch Police Department got leaked. Now, according to KTVU, California Attorney General Rob Bonta wants in on the scandal but by launching a civil rights investigation into the mess.

Civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump announced a fourth set of human remains were found just near the vicinity where those of Rasheem Carter was found months ago, according to WJTV News. Carter’s family have been applying pressure on the sheriff’s office for answers in what they allege was a lynching.Read more...

Ugh! Finally, something positive has come in this never-ending feud. The Mallerys, a Black ranch couple who claim they’ve been racially harassed by their neighbors, have had their charges dropped, per Colorado Public Radio. They ended up getting charged with stalking after trying to get their neighbors charged for the…Read more...

Before she became an international supermodel, Naomi Campbell was discovered at the mall. And Vogue cover girl Jourdan Dunn got the attention of scouts while shopping at a Primark store in London.Read more...

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During a speech Wednesday at City Hall, New York City Mayor Eric Adams discussed the killing of Jordan Neely. Neely died May 1 after being choked to death on a subway by passenger Daniel Penny. Instead of discussing his brutal death and the racial elements involved in the incident, Adams decided to focus on pushing…Read more...

The Chronic by Dr. Dre is undoubtedly one of the most important and influential albums in the history of hip-hop. It’s assuredly a classic album. But, not according to DJ Clark Kent.Read more...

Na’kya McCann and her mother were on their way to the Tops Supermarket in Buffalo, NY, on May 14, 2022. Na’kya’s grandfather wanted a watermelon, and the market was just three blocks from the gym where she and the other members of Buffalo All-Star Extreme (BASE), a cheerleading team for young girls, practiced. But a…Read more...

On Wednesday night, Newark, N.J., fans convened at the Prudential Center to see legendary singers Babyface and Anita Baker perform.Read more...

There’s a saying in Hollywood: “It all starts with an idea.” That means nothing gets made until someone comes up with the story and puts it on the page. As the Writers Guild of America continues its fight for a fair deal for film and TV writers, we know some fans are less concerned with negotiations and more…Read more...

Donald Trump’s New Hampshire town hall aired last night on CNN and was the debacle everyone assumed it would be. Even though the one-hour special was an obvious ratings grab (Trump hasn’t appeared on the network since 2016), the former president never should have had the opportunity to repeatedly lie on the news…Read more...

Deja Taylor, the mother of the 6-year-old who shot and injured his first grade teacher, finally spoke out in an interview with ABC’s “Good Morning America.” Taylor was previously charged with felony child neglect as a result of her son obtaining her firearm, per The Associated Press.

After months of fans speculating what the name of Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s baby son is, and Riri doing her best to keep it a secret, the tea is finally out there—and it’s the most hip-hop name ever.Read more...

As we all prepare for Halle Bailey’s Ariel to take over our lives, the OG Little Mermaid is including herself among the actress’ fans. On Monday, at the world premiere of the live-action remake The Little Mermaid, Jodi Benson, who voiced Ariel in the 1989 animated original, met up with Bailey on the red carpet and had…Read more...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a national movement to raise awareness around mental health in an effort to erase the stigma and provide people with the information and support they need. This issue is particularly concerning in the Black community, where adults are 20 percent more likely to experience serious…Read more...

Though Tucker Carlson was fired from Fox News last month, the fear-mongering host posted a video Tuesday sharing that his next endeavor will be starting up soon. On Twitter, Carlson stated that he will soon start “a new version” of his infamous television show on the social media app.Read more...

Some people have all the luck. Howard University’s Bison Swim & Diving Team hasn’t missed yet. They made headlines and history gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated back in February. Monday, they were invited to an exclusive event by Discover Boating to learn first-hand how to boat on the water, a recreational…Read more...

Melanated skin is already beautiful. But when the sun hits it, forget about it. You may not be able to take a Caribbean vacation this summer, but that doesn’t mean you can’t rock a shimmery, sun-kissed complexion all season. We’ve rounded up our favorite beauty and makeup products that are guaranteed to leave your…Read more...

In response to Netflix’s upcoming docudrama African Queens, which sees a Black woman in the role of Cleopatra, Egypt (yes, the country) is attempting to bring some “correction” by releasing a documentary of its own.Read more...

For Gen X, in the 1990s, there was one crucial place to get the most important news of the day: MTV. If you’re only familiar with current day MTV, I know that sounds crazy. But once upon a time, MTV News was the place for unbiased, reasonable stories on issues that young people were genuinely concerned about. Kurt…Read more...

All parents believe that their babies are geniuses, but these kids really are! From toddlers to college students, these young Black people have cracked thousands of years old math equations, been accepted to prestigious schools, and have high IQs than the most respected people in our societies. Here are their stories!Read more...

It’s been one hell of a year for Angel Reese, Flau’jae Johnson and the women’s basketball team at LSU. Johnson, in particular, has been getting a lot of love off the court, since she’s not only one of the star players for the best team in the country but also a talented rapper with plans to collaborate with hip-hop…Read more...

It looks like Republican donor Harlan Crow remains adamant about keeping all of the gifts he gave to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to himself. In a letter addressed to the Senate Finance Committee, Crow stated that he will not submit a list of gifts he gave Thomas, who has dealt with renewed calls to step…Read more...

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It’s week two of the Hollywood writers’ strike and it shows no signs of ending anytime soon. It could be months before we see a resolution, after contract negotiations fell apart last week. On Wednesday, WGA members and their supporters picketed outside of HBO and Amazon’s studios demanding a fair contract.Read more...

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With the NBA Playoffs in full motion and Mother’s Day just a few days away, The Root decided to honor the moms of some of the most recognizable stars in the league.

On Tuesday, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Herriford denied a motion for a new trial from attorneys for Tory Lanez. In December, the rapper was convicted on three felonies for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in her feet.Read more...

Ruth Whitfield was one of the 10 Black people shot and killed by Payton Gendron in Buffalo, Ny. Whitfield’s two sons have worked since the mass shooting to fight the white supremacist ideals that led to their mother’s death.Read more...

John Boyega may be best known for playing Finn in Star Wars, but he’s always been the type of actor to choose interesting, unexpected projects. He continues that trend with the upcoming Netflix sci-fi/comedy They Cloned Tyrone. Premiering July 21, the celebration of ‘70s Blaxploitation films follows a drug dealer,…Read more...

Nick Cannon is opening up about he’s been able to financially provide for all 11 of his children, revealing that he brings in at least $100 million a year for his kids.Read more...

Daniel Perry, a U.S. Army sergeant convicted of murdering a Black Lives Matter protester, was sentenced by a grand jury to 25 years, according to KXAN News. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott previously stated he would seek to pardon Perry. Though, it’s been crickets since his conviction came down.

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No one thought Bring It On would become the cult favorite that it is. But here we are 23 years, seven movies and a stage musical later. Even through all those adaptations, the original remains the best, and a big part of that is the East Compton Clovers. Come on, we all know the Clovers were the real stars of that…Read more...

Fans of The View know Sunny Hostin as someone who can hold her own among the often-opinionated panel in their daily discussions of the latest hot topics. But you may not know that the lawyer and television host is also a bestselling author who just released a steamy new beach read. “Summer on Sag Harbor” is the latest…Read more...

Yes, it’s true: Despite his disastrous 2020 Presidential campaign, Kanye West still has plans to run for president in 2024. But, it’s already off to a bad start due to the people he’s decided to associate himself with.

As Beyoncé’s official Renaissance Tour gets ready to kick off on May 10 in Sweden, we now have a good clue as to how successful it may be. And by how successful it may be, I mean how much money she stands to make.Read more...

Jonathan Majors’ assault case reached its next step on Tuesday when the actor appeared in court via Zoom. According to Deadline, the short hearing “saw the Manhattan District Attorney’s office make public a superseding complaint with a charge of third-degree assault. The class A misdemeanor has a maximum possible…Read more...

Last month, former CNN host Don Lemon and Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy got into a contentious exchange on “CNN This Morning.” The argument, which many believe was the cause of Lemon’s shocking sudden departure from the network, was over Ramaswamy’s assertions that Black Americans received certain…Read more...

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Don’t go into a panic yet Weeknd fans, Abel is not stepping away from music for good. He’s just planning to retire the “The Weeknd” moniker. As my coworker said, “Why is my boyfriend so dramatic?” He’s an artist, that’s why. Every change to their personality or identity deserves an announcement.Read more...

Is it 2020 again? Because it feels like after three years of Verzuz not being the trending topic it once was during the peak of the coronavirus pandemic is an afterthought.Read more...

It’s that time of year when networks must make decisions on the future of their programming. We’ve already seen some surprising moves and totally expected cancellations announced. However, CBS thrilled fans of the cop drama S.W.A.T. when it decided to renew the series just days after initially announcing its…Read more...

All eyes might be focused on Donald Trump’s New York legal drama, but another Black District Attorney has the former President’s number. Fulton County, Ga., District Attorney Fani Willis is leading an investigation into election interference in Georgia—and she appears to be closing in on him.Read more...