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Updated 2025-07-23 18:31
Solange Pulls Out of Coachella 2019 Due to 'Major Production Delays'
Sorry kids, it looks like “Sol-chella” is indefinitely postponed. Citing “major production delays,” Variety reports that Solange’s scheduled headlining appearance will not be going on as planned, as tweeted by Coachella’s official account on Sunday.Read more...
Watch: Washington Wizards’ Wizdom Dance Squad Milly Rocks, Twerks, and Tootsie Rolls, and They're All Older Than 50
Who said auntie can’t have some fun too?
Beyoncé Is Coming to Netflix With New Documentary Titled ΗΘΜΣCΘΜΙΝG
It is the day that the Lord has made, so let us rejoice and re-up on those Netflix subscriptions because the streaming giant has given us a name and a release date for Beyoncé’s upcoming documentary.
More than 750K Could Lose Food Stamp/SNAP Benefits Under Proposed National Changes
This week we found out that unhealthy diets account for almost 20% of all deaths world-wide. That’s an estimated 20 million people. Trump wants to make that number rise by at least three-quarters of a million people.
New York Man Charged With Threatening to Kill Rep. Ilhan Omar
According to the Associated press, a man in western New York has been charged with threatening to kill U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar from Minnesota.Read more...
Memorial Service for Nipsey Hussle Will Not Be Ticketed Event, According to Karen Civil
While planning for Nipsey Hussle’s memorial service is underway, it will not be a ticketed event, according to Karen Civil.Read more...
Trump Bashes Mueller, Democrats and New York Times in Latest Round of Tweets
Trump took to Twitter to bash Robert Mueller and his 400-page report.Read more...
Los Angeles Gangs Reportedly Host Largest Peace Rally Since L.A Riots in Honor of Nipsey Hussle
In the wake of the tragic loss of Ermias “Nipsey Hussle” Asghedom, Rival Los Angeles gangs from Watts, Compton, Inglewood, and Los Angeles met Thursday and Friday afternoon to honor the slain rapper with a call for peace in the streets. Together they marched from a local Crenshaw grocery store to Hussle’s Marathon…Read more...
36-Year-Old Father Arrested for Allegedly Beating 5-Year-Old Daughter to Death for Not Doing Her Homework
36-year-old Brandon Reynolds, father of a 5-year-old daughter, was charged with child abuse, intentionally caused, resulting in the death of a child under 13.Read more...
Save Some Green on Matcha Tea With This Gold Box
If you have yet to get in on the matcha trend, today’s the perfect day to try it out. Thanks to this matcha Gold Box, you can bring home a pack of this powder for just $8, and be sure to elevate your tea drinking experience with a discounted matcha starter set. Just be sure to buy yours before this one-day sale gets…Read more...
Phenomenal Woman: Maya Angelou’s Legacy Is Coming to Broadway
With the support of her son, Guy Johnson, the life and writings of poet Maya Angelou are being developed into a Broadway stage performance.
Serengeti: Lupita Nyong’o and John Boyega to Narrate New Series on African Wildlife
Nyong’o will narrate the U.S. version while Boyega is set to narrate the British version of the wildlife documentary .
President Obama Warns of In-fighting Among Progressives
During an Obama Foundation town hall event in Berlin Saturday, President Barack Obama warned that cancel culture could have a steep downfall for progressives. It’d be wise to stay as grounded as possible.
Robert Mueller to Leave DOJ Soon, According to Department
After 674 days of investigating an almost exclusively sitting president, Robert Mueller is leaving the Department of Justice in the coming days, according to a spokesman.Read more...
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Reminds Code-Switch Critics: “I’m From The Bronx”
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) has responded to critics accusing her of appropriating a faux “Southern drawl” at Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network convention in New York on Friday.Read more...
Three Black Churches Burned in One Louisiana Parish
Harkening back to darker days, authorities believe a common culprit may have resorted to a tried and true intimidation tactic. Federal authorities are lending a hand after a pattern of destruction has emerged.Read more...
Trump Declares Country "Full" As States Sue to Block Wall Funding
At this rate, folks, Trump’s next executive order might have ICE agents play “Closing Time” from tank stereos situated along the border.
Surprise Surprise: Michael Cohen Stumbles Upon 14 Million Files A Month Before His Sentence Begins
It’s hard to be mad at Michael Cohen. If you were going to jail for holding water for a President who gets his daily briefings in picture book form, you’d try to delay your bid, too.Read more...
Saturday's Best Deals: Philips Hue, Paula's Choice, Vitamix, and More
A New Balance sale, a reader favorite dog leash, and the best Philips Hue sale ever lead off Saturday best deals from around the web.
Don’t Believe the Hype? Cosby Claims He Never Settled
Just hours after news spread that Bill Cosby settled the defamation lawsuit brought against him, Cosby’s spokesman says it’s all corruption.Read more...
Upgrade Your Kitchen's Blender With Today's Vitamix Gold Box
A refurb Vitamix blender is on sale today thanks to Amazon’s Gold Box. This 64 oz. models feature blades made of the same stainless steel as airplanes, so they’ll be able to purée the shit out of fruits and vegetables for super smooth soups and smoothies.
All in Their Feelings: Chicago Suburban (Read:White) Cops Call for Kim Foxx's Resignation Over Jussie Smollett Case
And the piling on when it comes to Chicago’s chief prosecutor, Kim Foxx, continues.Read more...
Oh, Joe: Biden Jokes About Personal Space Called Tone-Deaf
Jokes Joe Biden made Friday about whether he had permission to hug someone had some questioning whether he’s really taking the issue of violating people’s space seriously.Read more...
Here They Go Again: Trump Faves Diamond and Silk Drop 'Gems' of Wisdom on Climate Change and More
Watching Donald Trump stans Diamond and Silk is like viewing the evil twins of characters Nisi and Mickey of the ‘90s film B*A*P*S — if Nisi and Mickey thought they knew anything about climate change, Earth science, immigration or the politics of slavery.Read more...
Nah, I'll Pass: Trump Declines Invite to White House Correspondents' Dinner—Again
For the third year in a row, Donald Trump has decided to skip the White HouseCorrespondents’ Association dinner, saying the event is “boring” and “toonegative.”Read more...
'I'm Living Proof': On the Heels of Her Own Recovery, Wendy Williams Releases PSA for New Substance Abuse Hotline
Wendy Williams is no stranger to the struggle of addiction. The diva of daytime talk television has long been candid about her own past drug use, including a recent return to treatment and sober living amid months of media reports speculating about her health, marriage and sobriety.
The Root’s Clapback Mailbag: A Conspiracy of Dunces
On Fridays, instead of getting our orders from our white slavemasters at the Illuminati regional headquarters, The Root responds to emails, tweets, DMs and comments from our readers. Sometimes we get it in early and other times we have to wait for it to be approved by the Pope, the Jews and the Bilderbergs.Read more...
Foxtrot AlphaCivilian on Fly-Along Accidentally Ejected from Fighter Jet | io9Rian Johnson Is OK W
Foxtrot Alpha Civilian on Fly-Along Accidentally Ejected from Fighter Jet | io9 Rian Johnson Is OK With the Possibility of Star Wars: Episode IX Retconning The Last Jedi | Kotaku Odd Tease In The Division 2 Spills The Beans On The Next Assassin’s Creed | Lifehacker How to Study a Language So You Can Actually…Read more...
Valerie Jarrett, Obama's Top Adviser, Reflects on Trump's Win, the Obamas and Finding Her Voice
Obama’s top adviser, Valerie Jarrett, opens up about her new book, Finding My Voice, her journey to the White House, Trump’s presidential win in 2016, and her close friendship with the Obamas. She also shares her thoughts on the 2020 presidential race and has some advice for the Democratic candidates.Read more...
If You Thought the Lakers Were Bad This Season, Space Jam 2 Could Be Even Worse
After his starring role in extending the Los Angeles Lakers playoff drought to an inconceivable sixth season, NBA superstar LeBron James might be forced to trot out the same underwhelming crew that embarrassed itself all year for his upcoming Space Jam 2.Read more...
How to Be a Strong Black Family Man: The World According to Gabriel Wilson in Jordan Peele’s Us
There is an old Negro saying: If you want to get a black woman to shut the F up, actually listen to her! (I swear I heard my grandmother say that to my grandfather once).Read more...
Belgium Prime Minister Apologizes to African Nations for Colonization, Kidnapping of Mixed-Raced Children
It’s no secret that colonization has introduced unspeakable horrors to communities of color throughout the world. And while an apology could never remedy those atrocities, it can serve as the impetus for long overdue healing and accountability.Read more...
Post-Black Artist and Director Rashid Johnson Breathes New Life Into HBO's Native Son
A rock star of the modern art scene, Rashid Johnson has gained high marks for showcasing his multidisciplinary African-American style in his work, which includes painting, sculpture, photography, video and performance.
We've Been Talking About Education All Wrong. Wyatt Cenac Wants to Change That
Wyatt Cenac knows it’s easy to laugh at Aunt Becky.
The Artist Formerly Known As Rachel Dolezal Avoids Trial, Settles Welfare Fraud Case
Box braider extraordinaire Rachel Dolezal, who legally changed her name to Nkechi Diallo two years ago since Wakanda Salute was apparently taken, will avoid going to trial on welfare fraud charges.
Best Thing They Never Had: Beyoncé Reportedly Walked Out on Reebok for Lacking Diversity
Beyoncé’s walk may be iconic, but if she walks out on you, it’s not a good look. That’s what Reebok reportedly found out the hard way while negotiating with the megastar ahead of the eventual partnership she announced with Adidas on Thursday. The reason Reebok wasn’t able to seal the deal with Queen Bey? According to…Read more...
Nipsey Hussle to be Honored on House Floor Next Week by Rep. Karen Bass
Rep. Karen Bass (D-Calif.), a Los Angeles native, wants to make sure Nipsey Hussle’s legacy lives on and his contributions to the community are recognized. To that end, she plans to honor the slain rapper on the House floor next week.Read more...
Watch the Stars of HBO's Native Son Get Real About Surviving While Black
Richard Wright’s Native Son has been resurrected. This time, HBO brought the novel to life with some of your faves: Sanaa Lathan, Ashton Sanders and Kiki Layne.Read more...
Jury Rules Hart Parents Drugged Entire Family, Committed Murder-Suicide in Fatal Car Crash
A special coroner’s jury ruled Thursday, that a Woodland, Wash., couple, Jennifer and Sarah Hart, who drove themselves and their six adopted children off a 100-foot cliff in North California last year—did so deliberately.Read more...
Why You Can’t Say ‘Roll Tide!’ to Any Ole Person Up in the Target
I was reminded recently why we are taught as youth not to speak to strangers. While the goal of this lesson for children is to hopefully curb abduction and prevent being handed candy with razor blades lodged inside, it is also a lesson one can put to use as an adult. Because sometimes, something as simple as a refrain…Read more...
Kodak Black Charged with First-Degree Sexual Assault in South Carolina, Ordered to Submit DNA Sample
Between a brush up with Hot 97 radio personality Ebro Darden in December, and bumping heads with queer rapper Young M.A. over his unwanted overtures (“How are you a girl but don’t want your pussy penetrated?”), ashy ass-and-a-half Kodak Black has been dominating headlines for all the wrong reasons as of late.Read more...
Fill Your Drawers With 10 Pairs of Aerie Underwear For $30
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: There is no such thing as too much underwear. Aerie apparently agrees. Right now, you can choose 10 pairs from a spectrum of select styles, from boybriefs to thongs, for just $30, which, yes, essentially means you’re getting underwear for $3 per pair. Pretty good considering…Read more...
White Teens in Maryland Sentenced to Weekends in Jail for Racist, Anti-Semitic Graffiti
Last year, four graduating seniors at Glenelg High School in Howard County, Md., defaced their school with racist, homophobic and anti-Semitic graffiti that they spray painted across the school—defacing sidewalks, parking lots and other parts of the high school building.Read more...
Louisiana Town Swears in Police Chief Who Really Likes Racism
While telling the story of the Louisiana police officer who openly admits to sharing racist memes—including one suggesting white people should drown their daughters if they likes black boys—we should not call him “a racist.”
French Twist: André Holland to Star in Netflix's Musical Series The Eddy
Movie lovers likely remember well the 2017 awards season, which brought us the revival of the big screen musical with La La Land versus the stunningly beautiful coming-of-age story that was Moonlight. Of course, Moonlight would eventually nab the Best Picture Oscar that year in a stunning upset, but the competing…Read more...
The House Opposes the NRA to Renew the Violence Against Women Act—with Powerful Provisions to Protect All Women
The House of Representatives just took a powerful stance in protection of women—and in direct opposition to the National Rifle Association.Read more...
Grand Slam: Naomi Osaka Is the Newest Sports Star to Sign with Nike
She was spotted wearing Adidas on the court as recently as March 22, but it’s official: women’s tennis Grand Slam tournament winner Naomi Osaka will be Nike’s next sports star. The tennis champion and athletic giant announced an endorsement deal late Thursday.Read more...
The Petty Continues: City of Chicago Says It Will Sue Jussie Smollett After He Misses $130,000 Repayment Deadline
Leave it to the Windy City to not let shit go.
Put Your Tax Refund Toward New Home Decor From This Wayfair Sale Event
If you owed money on your taxes this year, I’m deeply sorry. I’ve been there. But if you found yourself to be flush with cash after filing, why not reinvest that refund into your home? That’s what Wayfair wants you to do, anyway, and they’re giving you and extra push with their Tax Refund Event, going on now. Take up…Read more...
The Yee-Haw Agenda Flourishes: Lil Nas X Adds Country Heavyweight, Billy Ray Cyrus, to ‘Old Town Road’ Remix
After Billboard, tapping into a long and cherished tradition of erasing black people from country music, decided Lil Nas X’s hit song, “Old Town Road” wasn’t white country enough to make a home on its country charts, the 19-year-old musician offered a clapback for the ages.
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