The Root

As we progress further into the summer, it's time we lay some rules down for one of the most common gatherings Black folks enjoy: the cookout.

There aren't too many fashion-forward, first daughters like Malia Obama, the eldest daughter to the 44th President Barack Obama.Read more...

Marlon Wayans is finally speaking out following a home robbery he experienced a week ago.Read more...

Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence are comedy legends who've worked together on classics like Boomerang" and Life." Now, there's a chance those won't be their only notable collaborations.

School is out for summer. But HBCUs across the country only have a few more weeks to enjoy the silence before record numbers of new students hit their campuses in the fall - good news for the schools that have been producing a large percentage of Black professionals and students of color seeking a more nurturing and...Read more...

After a quiet, incident-free run of hip-hop diss tracks, Rick Ross' beef with Drake finally turned violent when the former found himself in a brawl in Drizzy's home country.

If you've been paying attention to hip-hop - and particularlyKendrick Lamar's moves the past few weeks - you may have noticed a colorful afro'd character named Tommy the Clown. He was on stage dancing at Kendrick's The Pop Out" concert on Juneteenth during DJ Hed's set and is also one of the stars of Lamar's Not...Read more...

Even after almost a week, everyone is still talking about the Keith Lee and Taraji P. Henson moment from the BET Awards. An otherwise light-hearted skit took a left turn that has folks staking sides on whose to blame for something that, ultimately, doesn't really matter.Read more...

Since the early 1900s, Black Greek Letter Organizations have been a source of support for students of color on college campuses. Promoting scholarship and service to the greater community, the five fraternities and four sororities that make up the Divine Nine have produced leaders in practically every field - even our...Read more...

Oscar-nominated actor Colman Domingo has always been intentional when it comes to the roles he picks. His upcoming film, Sing, Sing" is proof that he's picking roles designed to reach beyond simple on-screen entertainment.Read more...

Before you go sending wedding announcements or posting pics of the beautiful ceremony on social media, it's a good idea to make sure the ink is dry on your divorce papers from any previous marriages. Unfortunately, one Houston man is learning that very important lesson the hard way.

At the beginning of this month, Jayson Tatum agreed to a five-year, $315M supermax deal with the Boston Celtics, reports the NBA. With Tatum coming off of a NBA Championship, his new contract marks the largest all encompassing salary for any NBA player in history.

We've all been waiting for Kendrick Lamar to drop the music video for his hit Drake diss song Not Like Us." On Thursday evening, as we were all wrapping up our July 4 meals with family, Kendrick finally fed us.Read more...

Despite how quiet Sean Diddy" Combs has been recently, his legal troubles will continue to be loud. Along with being notified by federal authorities last week that he is the subject of a criminal investigation, Diddy has also been named in a new lawsuit that claims he trafficked a woman for years during his infamous...Read more...

In the newest attempt to win back support heading into November, President Joe Biden met with more than twenty Democratic governors at the White House this week. There, he said he needs to get more sleep and work fewer hours. During his statement, which was originally reported by the New York Times, Biden also said he...Read more...

The rules have always been different for rich white men. Apparently, they don't even apply when you're a rich white guy running for president.

How many of you reading this use AI daily? If you're thinking, Not me," think again...just about all of us do. From unlocking our phones with facial recognition to scrolling through social media, artificial intelligence is everywhere and only becoming more pervasive. It's like having an invisible assistant that you...Read more...

If you're headed to the beach this summer, make sure you do it in style. Now is the perfect time to give your beach wear an upgrade with colorful and fashionable swimwear and accessories from Black-owned brands.Read more...

Childish Gambino no more? Donald Glover's final album under the name has been announced, with Bando Stone & The New World" set to drop later this month.Read more...

On Sunday, Usher received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 BET Awards.Read more...

As we celebrate America's Independence Day, it's never been more important that we remind the world how vital Black people have been to the country's evolution. No matter how much some folks want to deny it, the USA would not be where it is financially, technologically, or culturally without the contributions of Black...Read more...

As we progress further into the summer, it's time we lay some rules down for one of the most common gatherings Black folks enjoy: the cookout.

Indiana authorities were on the search for a 14-year-old Black boy the past two weeks until he finally reappeared mysteriously. We don't know what's more suspicious, his sudden vanishing or the domestic abuse accusations that came against his family at the same time of his disappearance.

The Fourth of July is here. Meaning everyone and their momma will be hosting a cookout to entertain friends and family. While food may be the most important part of the cookout, another key ingredient is the music.Read more...

The country is getting ready to celebrate the Fourth of July. For some, it's a time to remember the birth of our nation. But let's face it, for Black folks, it's more about a day off and the perfect excuse to get together with family and friends to eat and drink.

The 24th Annual BET Awards took place on Sunday (June 30) at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles at the internet is still buzzing about it. From Taraji's influencer mixup to Usher's all-female tribute, the night provided some unforgettable and very viral moments. Over the years, the ceremony has also provided some...Read more...

We are smack dab in the middle of summer cookout season, which means we're deeply invested in barbecue planning. Once we get past the inevitable fights about who will make what, we have to decide who's invited. Obviously, close family, the neighbors who return things on time and friends who know how to act in your...Read more...

Although Barack Obama was the first Black person to become the President of the United States, he likely won't be the last. Unfortunately, that won't happen during this upcoming election.

For a long time, the captivating draw of British TV was a well kept secret. However, the streaming takeover has led audiences to discover the deeper, more complex stories often told across the pond. The latest series to capture viewers' interest is Netflix's Supacell," which has fans wondering what other comedies and...Read more...

After a three-year-long lawsuit against the City of Atlanta, Messiah Young and Taniyah Pilgrim have been awarded $2 million in damages.Read more...

From NYC to Paris, fashion designer Marc Jacobs has showcased his designs at some of the hottest fashion shows in the industry. His fashion-forward celebrity fans include Naomi Campbell and Janelle Monae. But these days, Jacobs is getting more buzz about his own fashion flair than anything he's sending down the runway.

Amid her ongoing feud with Nicki Minaj, Megan Thee Stallion is taking the time to give flowers to the artists who inspired her, including the legendary Lil' Kim.Read more...

Taraji P. Henson confusing influencer Jordan Howlett with food critic Keith Lee at the 2024 BET Awards made for quite the embarrassing - and viral -moment. During the segment, Henson was giving people their flowers to celebrate them and spoke to Howlett believing he was Lee.Read more...

Queen Bey has approved this message! Beyonce gave Victoria Monet and Teyana Taylor a major shoutout after their epic performance over the weekend, sharing clips from their much-talked-about moment to her Instagram story, a move that left Monet and Taylor in awe.Read more...

On Tuesday night, President Joe Biden once again talked about his debate performance last week and how it wasn't very smart" for him to travel heavily before the event. At a campaign fundraiser in McLean, Virginia, Biden attempted to explain his lackluster presence on the debate stage in Atlanta.Read more...

One of the most highly-anticipated films of the year is acclaimed director Ridley Scott's Gladiator II." It stars Paul Mescal as an adult Lucius, the young heir from the first film. After defying the Roman Empire, he becomes a prisoner, forced to fight in the arena. In addition to excitement over the continuation of...Read more...

For the youngins who aren't familiar, B.G. was one of the early signees of Birdman's Cash Money Records, years before Drake and Nicki Minaj were the headlines of the label. He was a part of the New Orleans hip-hop group Hot Boys which included Turk, Juvenile, and a young Lil Wayne.Read more...

From playing a slave on a Louisiana cotton plantation in the 2013 Steve McQueen drama 12 Years a Slave to an ass-kicking international spy in the Black Panther series, Lupita Nyong'o's career has been filled with performances that leave her audiences with all the feels.Read more...

Though it's been nearly 20 years since the death of beloved singer and musical legend Luther Vandross, his life and legacy is about to be centerstage once more thanks to an upcoming documentary: Luther: Never Too Much.Read more...

It was a normal pool day for Ms. H and two of her children. The mother, dressed in a hijab and modest swimming wear, was with her six-year-old son and three-year-old daughter at the pool in their complex when they were approached by a woman, Elizabeth Wolf, back in May.Read more...

Before she heads to her third Olympics, gymnastics GOAT Simone Biles hung out with one of her biggest fans, who also happens to be Grammy-winning singer SZA. Turns out, the two superstars have something in common, as the Kill Bill" singer was a gymnast when she was younger.

In 2021, the Louisiana neighborhood of Bogalusa was terrorized by a Black man who rode around shooting aimlessly at children and families. Turns out he sent out a warning ahead of his shooting spree.

As Eddie Murphy returns to the role that made him a megastar, he's revealing some secrets about his rise to superstardom. With Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" debuting on Netflix July 3, the actor is discussing his previous go rounds as Axel Foley. One of the major changes we've seen from Murphy's early work is the...Read more...

On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump might be entitled to immunity fromhis behavior during the final days of his presidency and as it pertained to the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol. That decision may have damning effects on the Georgia racketeering case against him.Read more...

Young Thug's YSL Rico trial has been anything but normal - not only due to his popularity as an artist but also the shenanigans that have occurred in the courtroom.Read more...

The Supreme Court has been on a roll with major back-to-back rulings on homelessness, abortion, the environment, and much more. On Monday, the court ruled that American presidents have partial immunity" for official acts committed while in office - if it's determined that former President Donald Trump incited the...Read more...

It wasn't all glamorous smiles and celebrations at Sunday's 2024 BET Awards. For one artist, the night was full of turmoil and drama.

Documents obtained by TMZ revealed that a disturbing lawsuit has been filed in a U.S. District Court against Kanye West and his former chief of staff, Milo Yiannopoulos. It alleges that West and Yiannopoulous engaged in forced labor and cruel inhuman, or degrading treatment" at the company YZY.Read more...

Four deputies from the Hawaii Department of Law Enforcement were accused of giving their Black co-worker a pretty hard time last year. By a hard time, we mean they allegedly racially harassed him for months - so bad, it resulted in cuffs for every cop involved.

Patricia McGill is doing something she never thought she'd be able to do - preparing to celebrate her 80th birthday. That's because, at age 13, the Houston native was diagnosed with sickle cell disease.