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Rapper Jack Harlow is causing a stir online with his latest admission, and some folks aren't feeling what he's sharing! Let's get into it.Read more...

The Euphoria star shocked guests at a one-day Las Vegas pop-up chapel, unexpectedly crashing a couple's wedding ceremony.Read more...

Estate planning isn't only for the wealthy or elderly. We spoke with a professional to highlight practical steps anyone can take today to protect their legacy and loved ones.Read more...

Teyana Taylor losing Best Supporting Actress apparently wasn't her only upset at the 2026 Oscars as seen in this testy, viral moment!Read more...

Days before the anniversary of Breonna Taylor's death, the Trump administration quietly reversed legislation which might have saved her life.Read more...

While 'Sinners' didn't exactly sweep the awards on Sunday, the film still walked away with some major wins at the 2026 Oscars. Let's get into it!Read more...

The family of a Haitian immigrant, who came to the U.S. to seek asylum, seeks answers after she was found dead at a bus stop days after her release from ICE.Read more...

The Root Exclusive Series: Black History Month was established 100 years ago, in February 1926. To commemorate this momentous occasion, 100 Black thought leaders and creators share their collective wisdom and insight for the culture in this ongoing series.Read more...

Now that Michael B Jordan is an official Oscar-winner, let's take a look at his best movies by the box office!Read more...

The family of Jada West has hired prominent attorney Ben Crump as they seek accountability in the case surrounding her untimely death.Read more...

Black folks are coming for the Turning Point USA CEO for comments she made about white men being disenfranchised.Read more...

Queen Latifah, Travis Scott and Ciara were among the Black stars who brought serious style to the Vanity Fair Oscar after party.Read more...

Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors once stood at the exact same place in Black Hollywood. One played the long game. The other played himself.Read more...

Here are all the fashion trainwrecks we saw on this year's Oscars red carpet.Read more...

The most-nominated film of the year faced surprising losses, but still scored historic wins for its cast and crew.Read more...

From the historic style of the "Sinners" cast to breathtaking debuts, see how Black Hollywood's most powerful icons took over the Dolby Theatre.Read more...

She can act, dance and sing with the best of them and always looks great while doing it. We're paying tribute to Oscar nominee Teyana Taylor.Read more...

The "Reminders of Him" actor is trending after fans rediscover a throwback video of him strolling with his fraternity brothers.Read more...

Fans of the hit HBO drama "Euphoria" are shook after the show's composer, Labrinth, suddenly cut ties with the high school series.Read more...

As we wait to see if Ruth E. Carter will win the award for Best Costume Design for "Sinners," we're looking back at the iconic films that have defined her legendary career.Read more...

Madam C.J. Walker is known as a Black hair-care pioneer and the nation's first woman self-made millionaire, but her mansion on the Hudson River is a fascinating peek into her lifestyle.Read more...

Chadwick Boseman's widow, Simone Boseman, reveals the oscar speech she had prepared in 2021.Read more...

The annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is back in town! Here's everything you should know about the history and culture before planning your next visit.Read more...

Some of Trump's most loyal supporters like Roseanne Barr, Thomas Massie and Joe Rogan have all called him out... big time.Read more...

The testy divorce between Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker has finally come to an end. Here's the latest in their unfortunate saga!Read more...

Fans of the actress are speaking out following the shocking ordeal in Texas on Friday, and they're asking all the right questions!Read more...

Dak Prescott and Sara Jane Ramos made headlines on their shocking breakup. Let's examine how they went from an anticipated fairytale wedding to calling it quits.Read more...

Now, ex-Mayor Henyard plans to run in the well-known Fulton County, Ga. race for the Board of Commissioners, and she's doing so as a Republican.Read more...

DOGE staffers' shocking depositions about their efforts to bring efficiency to government revealed that a former employee couldn't even define DEI.Read more...

'China's Nostradamus,' who foresaw Trump's win and Iran war, issued predictions about America's future in 2024, and many are starting to believe him.Read more...

In recognition of the 60th anniversary of 'Papa's Got a Brand New Bag,' let's take a look inside James Brown's legendary home.Read more...

Jasmine Crockett's Senate campaign reminds us that real political change is never built in a single race.Read more...

Black folks online are divided on whether the national Target boycott is actually over and who has the authority to call a quits.Read more...

Republican Tim Scott and Democrat Elizabeth Warren have teamed up to make housing more affordable for Americans.Read more...

A Black man who was shot by Bridgeport police and later died had to wait 10 extra minutes for an ambulance after a cop took the first one to treat her anxiety.Read more...

As the legal back and forth between Ray J, Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner rages on, his mother is entering the chat and speaking her peace!Read more...

Rappers are banding together to advocate for a Texas man set to be executed next month largely due to his incriminating song lyrics.Read more...

Former Ohio Sen. Nina Turner is calling on Black folks to stop spending at another billion-dollar corporation after a Tennessee Senate bill is causing a stir.Read more...

D4vd was named a "target" in the investigation into the death of Celeste Rivas. Now, we're catching you up on everything you might've missed until now.Read more...

While 'Sinners' prepares to make potential Oscars history on Sunday, there a still some fun questions that the film doesn't answer. Let's get into it!Read more...

With the 2026 Oscars just days away, let's take a look at some of the best Black, history-making moments at the Academy Awards over the years!Read more...

The TikTok page @NYC_Besties has been capturing the stories of best friends in New York City, but their most recent post will touch your heart.Read more...

From Teyana Taylor and Ryan Destiny to Chloe Bailey and more, these Black women shined bright at ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood celebration. Let's get into their looks!Read more...

After 85-year-old Rep. Jim Clyburn announced his run for an 18th term, Black folks online shared plenty of thoughts.Read more...

From Halle Berry to Morris Chestnut, Black stars are hopping onto this 90s trend on TikTok. Let's take a look at the best ones!Read more...

"The Alabama Solution" is what happens when you let inmates tell the unapologetic truth about their living conditions and the abuse allegedly at the hands of correctional officersRead more...

The viral pastor told church members to bring copies of their tax returns, saying he's tired of congregants playing in his face" when it comes time for tithes and offerings.Read more...

We explore the dark truth of why the internet rallies more around a zoo monkey than detained kids separated from their immigrant parents.Read more...

Black boys are not trying to look feminine. They are just taking care of the hair they actually have.Read more...

Oprah Winfrey deserves her flowers for these show-stopping looks that set the streets of Paris on fire during fashion week. Let's take a look at what she wore.Read more...