The Root

Every person approaches childbirth differently, and women should do whatever makes them comfortable. Of course, as usual The Real Housewives of Potomac" star Candiace Dillard Bassett took things to an extra level.Read more...

Social media users are critiquing rapper Wiz Khalifa for his taste in real estate following the listing of his Pennsylvania mansion. - Kalyn WomackRead more...

With the NBA in full swing, one of the most discussed topics this year is Bronny James. Whether he makes a simple bounce pass or has a great reaction to a play on the court, Bronny'srelationship with his father LeBron James is constantly being discussed in sports circles.Read more...

Every year, Thanksgiving brings us food debates as old as time. Is it called stuffing or dressing? Do you serve cranberry sauce or jelly? Most importantly, do you have sweet potato pie or pumpkin?Read more...

Sean Diddy" Combs is finally responding to Shyne Barrow, a former Bad Boy signee turned Leader of the Opposition in the Belize House of Representatives. - Shanelle GenaiRead more...

At 58 years old, Tyson seemingly still has the energy and strength to take on younger fighters, even if this one happens to be a glorified social media influencer: Jake Paul.Read more...

The Root 100 honoree Sabrina Greenlee has a touching personal story that should inspire us all.

SZA is getting all the way real about her body and some of the decisions she's made over the years to enhance it-including her Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL).Read more...

As talk of reparations for the descendants of slaves continues to be a hot-button issue around the country, some Black and Latino families in Palm Springs, Calif., who lost their homes decades ago, are preparing to receive a multi-million dollar settlement from the city.

The re-election of Donald Trump isn't stopping the Feds fromarresting people associated with the chaos that occurred on Jan. 6, 2021 when a pro-Trump group stormed the Capitol building. The latest person to get cuffed is a former NFL player.Read more...

It seems like Kanye West's legal problems keep unfolding. Another one of the star's former employees is accusing West of antisemitism and lewd conduct with Bianca Censori, with the latter happening duringwhat was supposed to be a professional meeting.Read more...

Offset just can't stay out of the news. Not only has his ex-wife been slamming him on social media, but he's also getting punches thrown at him in real life.Read more...

Sean Diddy" Combs is finally responding to Shyne Barrow, a former Bad Boy signee turned Leader of the Opposition in the Belize House of Representatives.Read more...

Around this time, North Carolina couple Mr. and Mrs. Powell might have been preparing their home for Thanksgiving or making plans to visit family for the holidays. However, those moments were robbed from them by one of their own family members, police claim.Read more...

(Updated on 11/15/2024 @ 9:30am: Burgin was taken into police custody after a parole violation)

A Texas woman who fulfilled her dream of opening a business in her community has been forced to put it on pause for the safety of herself and her family.

There's so many great things about being Black, but one of the most powerful is our resilience. In times of trouble and defeat, Black folks always manage to hold our heads high and come back stronger than ever.

No offense to guys who prefer the clean shaven look, but there's nothing like a handsome Black man with a nice beard. Lucky for us, the internet is loaded with athletes, actors, influencers and more who show off their well-groomed goatees and full-face beards.Read more...

Mike Tyson has never been one to hold his tongue, but you'd think while interviewing with a 13-year-old reporter, his fatherly voice might want to kick in.... but no.

The Root 100 honoree Curtis 50 Cent" Jackson saw a monkey wrench thrown in his burgeoning film empire in Shreveport, La. The Louisiana House of Representatives decided to eliminate its $150 million tax incentive for TV and film production, eliminating much of the benefit that Fif hoped for when he established the...Read more...

Social media users are critiquing rapper Wiz Khalifa for his taste in real estate following the listing of his Pennsylvania mansion.Read more...

It's a bit of an understatement to say that things have been crazy lately. When the chaos of the real world gets to be too much, we need entertainment to take our minds off things. With so much of our lives dominated by politics for the last few months you may have missed some new TV series. Luckily, we've been...Read more...

Let's keep it a buck: Donald Trump's re-election feels like one of the worst losses for Black people since Prince died. Many of us have become isolated in our disbelief and despair - particularly Black women who feel especially challenged since they pulled so hard to defeat Trump, only to see a number of different...Read more...

Fighting crime has never looked as good as it does in Prime Video's newest thriller series Cross," and that's all thanks to its hunky leading men: 2024 Root 100 honoreeAldis Hodge and Isaiah Mustafa.Read more...

In England, royal movie premieres are a regular part of the release process for big budget films. Of course, meeting royalty requires a whole procedure for everyone involved-unless you're Denzel Washington.Read more...

When Susan Lorincz was found guilty of killing her neighbor, Ajike Owens, we thought it would be the end of this tragic story. But now, Lorincz is back after filing a motion requesting a reduced sentence.Read more...

We're convinced that 2024 is officially not real. Not only have we experienced a multitude of life-altering events, but we've also witnessed the founder and CEO of a multinational technology conglomerate cover a song rap song from the early 2000s in an effort to impress his wife.Read more...

Not everyone who watches fictional television dramas or documentaries are inspired to go out and commit a crime to see if they can get away with it. But 37-year-old Cory Martin was on that type of time, and a federal judge just handed him his punishment for his grisly crime.Read more...

Since Elon Musk has taken over X in 2022, numerous celebrities and organizations made the decision to leave the app for various reasons. From Don Lemon to NPR, here is a list of those who have departed from X for good.Read more...

It wasn't such a happy birthday for actress and TV host Whoopi Goldberg. While celebrating her 69th birthday on The View," Goldberg and her co-hosts took some time to enjoy some fabulous mini cakes. Everything was turning out to be a perfect moment for the Hollywood icon until she dropped a bomb live on air.

When celebrity couples break up they're not usually given the time regular people get to process their emotions. Just because you're in the spotlight doesn't mean you magically get over a breakup easier than everyone else. Rapper DDG, who recently split from singer/actress Halle Bailey, with whom he shares young son...Read more...

It's Zendaya's world. To say that the actress has been on fire for the last two years would be an understatement. She's starred in some of the biggest blockbusters in recent memory while slaying every red carpet she graces (including this year's Met Gala where she served as co-chair).Read more...

Very few people in the entertainment world can match resumes with Whoopi Goldberg. Her career stretches across comedy, genre, films, TV, stage, stand up and talk shows. She has quite literally done it all. It's no surprise to find her on the 2024 Root 100.Read more...

Yet another person supposedly meant to help foster the education of students in hot water for having their naked racism captured on tape.Read more...

Though Denzel Washington has played a myriad of roles and done a lot of things onscreen, he's never played a gay character. But it appears he almost did in Gladiator II."Read more...

The former romance between Jennifer Lopez and Diddy continues to capture our imaginations in the wake of the rapper's headline-making arrest. As The Root previously reported, Diddy was arrested earlier this fall on charges of racketeering, conspiracy, and sex trafficking, and is currently being held at The...Read more...

President-Elect Donald Trump's upcoming second administration has folks on edge wondering what he will implement next. According to a resurfaced video, it sounds like Trump is planning to bring reparations to the U.S. federally - but it's far from what we consider reparations.Read more...

Recently, the story came out of a Texas man who brutally beat his child to death and was allegedly aided by his wife, who then abandoned the child's corpse to be left with his siblings. Now, the court has decided what her punishment will be for her part in the heinous crime.Read more...

The massive success of Deadpool & Wolverine" has audiences once again obsessed with what's next for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. We're still waiting for an official announcement confirming that Black Panther 3" is happening and we hope the curse that's been placed on the Blade" movie is lifted, but otherwise, it...Read more...

Another day, another Ray J moment. But this time around, his allegations are doing more than getting folks talking, they're causing serious questions as to what kind of mess he may have gotten himself into.Read more...

On Tuesday, President-elect Donald Trump announced that Tesla CEO and X owner Elon Musk would co-lead the unofficial Department of Government Efficiency with Vivek Ramaswamy. Musk purchased X back in 2022 and since owning the company, all hell has broken loose on the app.Read more...

This has been a banner year for Black Excellence. Whether it's politics, entertainment, science, or business, Black folks have dominated the culture. We're celebrating all that we've achieved this year with the 2024 Root 100. There is no shortage of legends, pioneers, influencers and rising political stars to honor...Read more...

Everyone's favorite hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg is having one of the best years ever. And now that we're quickly approaching 2025, it seems it's time for the Gin and Juice" rapper to start reorganizing his assets.Read more...

When police officers responded to a report of a shooting in the Sanford, Fla. area, little did they know, the terrifying incident they'd be investigating was broadcast to an audience on social media.Read more...

A federal lawsuit filed by the parents of a Black Pennsylvania cheerleader is accusing their daughter's teammates, coaches, and other school officials of discriminating against the 16-year-old girl on multiple occasions. How they allegedly did so is enraging.Read more...

Years after Colin Kaepernick was blackballed from the NFL for kneeling during the National Anthem, NFL Hall of Famer Michael Strahan faces backlash for what appears - at least on the surface - to be a similar action during the Star Spangled Banner."Read more...

Whether breaking records at the Olympic Games, delivering award-winning performances on the stage and screen, or fighting for underserved communities, Black people have accomplished some amazing things in 2024, and we couldn't let the year end without celebrating it all. Now in its 15th year, The Root 100 list is here...Read more...

On Wednesday, PEOPLE revealed their choice for the 2024 Sexiest Man Alive -and it was none other than The Office" and Jack Ryan" star John Krasinki. To the surprise of no one, folks were disappointed.Read more...

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was created to help Americans suffering from natural disasters, but what happens when FEMA supervisors begin discriminating against hurricane victims based simply on the political sign in their yard?

Eternal Karen" Megyn Kelly is once again running her mouth about MSNBC host Joy Reid. This time, Kelly believes the network will fire Reid after her latest comments about President-elect Donald Trump.Read more...