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If the past couple of COVID lockdown has you thinking about making a change to your home decor, there’s no time like the present. Even if you don’t have a massive budget to work with, a coat of paint, a new accent rug or even a few colorful throw pillows can go a long way to make an old space feel new again.

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T.I.’s impact on rap has been underrated and underappreciated. He’s one of the best and most influential rappers to ever come out of Atlanta, which is saying something. Many credit him for popularizing Trap music thanks to his classic sophomore album Trap Muzik.Read more...

As long as I can remember, hustle culture has been a way of life. If you’ve got your eyes on a big raise or a corner office, doing the most is what gets you to the top and keeps you there. But apparently, there’s a whole movement of folks on TikTok who are not about that life.

The Aretha Franklin documentary, Amazing Grace, narrates the story behind singer’s 1972 gospel album. Despite dealing with legal issues for nearly five decades, the film was finally released in 2018. However, it is now the subject of a lawsuit filed by its own producer Alan Elliott.Read more...

New York Mayor Eric Adams knows about getting tough on nonsense; after all, the Root hasn’t been shy about criticizing some of the ex-cop bravado he’s brought to the office.Read more...

The success of Jordan Peele’s Nope continues, as it’s among the major nominees for the 2022 Saturn Awards.

As expected, the wave of anti-critical race theory legislation would make teaching difficult for the teachers who include CRT topics in their curriculum. According to a national survey from the Rand Corporation, one-in-four teachers reported being told by school officials to limit their speech about race or racism.

Harpo Inc., the company that owns Oprah Winfrey’s trademark and licensing, is suing the creators of the Oprahdemics podcast citing an “unauthorized use of the Oprah Effect.”Read more...

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We finally know how much it mattered that the NFL used a racially-biased method of determining how much money former players would receive under the league’s nearly decade-old concussion settlement. The answer is that so-called race-norming cost former Black players hundreds of millions of dollars, according to a new…Read more...

In the same calendar year that brought us the first Black Glinda in Wicked, the first show to be directed and choreographed by a Black woman in 65 years, the first Black “Christine” in Phantom of the Opera, and soon, the first Black openly trans actress to star in the lead role in Chicago, I think it’s pretty safe to…Read more...

Republican privilege is a hell of a drug. When the F.B.I. conducted the raid at former President Donald Trump’s Mar-A-Lago resort in South Florida on Monday night, some conservatives claimed it was one of the darkest days in American history. (I can think of a few days off the top of my head that were worse.) It’s as…Read more...

On Friday, Megan Thee Stallion took over the GMA Summer Concert Series stage after Thursday’s release of her sophomore album, Traumazine. Normally I wouldn’t be excited to take an Uber to Central Park at 6:45 in the morning on a Friday, but for Tina Snow, I did.Read more...

In a claim filed Thursday, Jerrod Jones—a Black firefighter in Rochester—said that his captain Jeffrey Krywy pressured him and his peers to attend a racist party. The gathering took place in a wealthy neighborhood of the city. Jones, who is a 14-year department veteran, is currently on leave due to fear of…Read more...

Today in another episode of all skinfolk ain’t kinfolk, rapper Rubi Rose gave non-Black people a pass to say the N-word in her latest interview. The emcee was a guest on a Twitch channel hosted by Adin Ross. Rose initially mistook the white host for a light-skinned Black man, which prompted Ross to ask her if he’s…Read more...

Over twenty years ago, the infamous video of R. Kelly allegedly urinating on and sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl was first leaked to the Chicago Sun-Times.Read more...

A woman’s encounter with an Atlanta police officer has gone viral on social media. According to the bodycam footage obtained by 11Alive News, the officer issued a traffic ticket to the woman and her friend for being in a park after hours. When she refused to sign the ticket, things escalated into a seemingly violent…Read more...

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Former President Trump’s legal issues have been snowballing, including the ongoing investigation looking into accusations of election interference in Georgia. As Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis continues to build her case, Trump’s choice of legal council might surprise you. The former president has hired…Read more...

While everyone is busy praising Queen Bey’s latest album, Renaissance—as they should be—Blue Ivy Carter is gathering hardware.Read more...

25 years ago, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella made history by introducing America’s first Black Cinderella and Fairy Godmother, played by Brandy and the late Whitney Houston. Now, thanks to ABC News Studios, fans of the groundbreaking film will get to experience the magic all over again as the network is set to…Read more...

Social media star/food and lifestyle entrepreneur Tabitha Brown is taking over.Read more...

The police bodycam footage from the arrest of former NFL player Marshawn Lynch has been released. The former all-pro running back was arrested on Tuesday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence in Las Vegas.Read more...

A teacher from an Escambia county public school resigned this week after what he called ‘racist’ actions by a school district employee, according to the Pensacola News Journal. After decorating his classroom with Black historical leaders, the district employee in question took them down.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is a very funny, thought-provoking late night talk show. However, even Stephen will tell you the best part of the show is Jon Batiste and Stay Human. From the moment it premiered, it was obvious the “I Need You” singer wouldn’t be Colbert’s bandleader for long, because his talent as…Read more...

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is suing the state’s Attorney General Letitia James, claiming that James’ office should have paid for his legal defense against the same sexual assault allegations that led to his resignation from office.Read more...

A 17-page report from The Naming Commission released to Congress on Monday outlines the $21 million estimated cost to rebrand the nine remaining U.S. army posts that honor Confederate soldiers, the Associated Press reports. This renaming effort initially began in 2020 as a military…Read more...

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On Wednesday’s episode of Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Kathy Hilton had quite the cringeworthy moment. Host Andy Cohen played a game of “Will Kathy Know Them?” with her and cast mate Crystal Kung Minkoff. It immediately went downhill.Read more...

Black men in Georgia have been disproportionately affected by monkeypox, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. New data from the Georgia Department of Public Health from weeks ago didn’t foresee this disparity. However, Black people saw it coming.

At a time where diverse voices and storytelling are continuing to gain momentum in Hollywood, ALLBLK’s newest dramedy, Send Help, from Insecure alums Jean Elie and Mike Gauyo, is carving out a lane of its own by bringing the Haitian American experience to the small screen.Read more...

Since ex-president Donald Trump’s residence as his Mar-A-Lago resort in Florida was raided on Monday, Trump and his supporters have lobbed accusations that the FBI and Justice Department weren’t being transparent about the raid. The talking points that the FBI might have planted evidence—of what, who knows—and that…Read more...

Bill Russell’s legacy was bigger than anything he did on the basketball court. He was a civil rights leader who was a pioneer in the world of professional sports. As an NBA player, he was one of the dominant players to ever play the game and the greatest winner in the history of American team sports.Read more...

According to research shared with The Root from Dove Men+Care, less than half of Black fathers believe that the media portrays people like them accurately. And over 80 percent of Black fathers agree that we need more positive representations of Black fatherhood in mainstream media and popular culture.

Chipotle has agreed to pay $20 million to 13,000 workers as they were found violating laws involving employee sick time and scheduling, CNBC reports. Mayor Eric Adams announced the settlement is the largest in New York City history. Chipotle will also pay $1 million in civil penalties to the city.Read more...

In a new interview for Bumble’s Luv2SeeIt YouTube series, model Lori Harvey opened up about her personal life. While chatting with Teyana Taylor on Wednesday’s episode, the SKN by LH creator was candid about how she approaches dating.Read more...

In the week since WNBA star Brittney Griner was found guilty on drug charges and sentenced to nine years in prison, it’s been theorized by journalists and pundits that prisoner exchange talks would get more serious now that Russia’s legal process has played out. It appears those opinions are true.

Celebrations and congratulations are in order for Abbott Elementary creator, star and executive producer Quinta Brunson, as it’s just been revealed she’s signed an overall deal with Warner Bros. Television Group.Read more...

In a strategic move, a group of Democratic senators have rolled back programs passed in the American Rescue Plan in order to repurpose the funds into the Inflation Reduction Act. The hope is that the funds will get to Black and farmers of color more quickly. The bill will provide $2.2 trillion for a program to assist…Read more...

In 2018, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams only lost to her Republican opponent Gov. Brian Kemp by less than 55,000 votes. This is with Abrams getting 97% of the Black female and 88% of the Black male votes. For the November midterms, Abrams feels that her fortunes will be different this time around. As…Read more...

Despite nearly 1,500 male and female writers, showrunners, and directors banding together to write respective collective letters requesting that major studios and streamers like Netflix, Disney, Apple, Warner Bros. and more expand safety protocols for pregnant women in anti-abortion states, nearly every last company…Read more...

The cultural currency of The Breakfast Club is undeniable. Whether it was that infamously unhinged Ray J interview, Birdman demanding “respeck” or Soulja Boy flexing his comedic prowess when it came to addressing Drake, these antics will always be remembered as some of the most ridiculous moments in the history of…Read more...

Htown Hottie, Hot Girl Meg, Tina Snow, whatever you know her as, just know this: Megan Thee Stallion is coming.Read more...

Though A$AP Rocky has remained quiet on the situation, details are beginning to emerge about the alleged Nov. 6 shooting that led to his arrest in April.

The self-proclaimed “King of the South” has been recognized by legislators for his contributions to the Atlanta community and was awarded the Georgia Outstanding Citizen Award at the state capitol on Tuesday.Read more...