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Keke Palmer With a Word for Folks Giving Unsolicited Parenting Advice Online
Becoming a parent can be one of the happiest moments of a person's life. But with that job comes great responsibility - and a whole lot of advice you didn't ask for. If you're not careful, all of that noise can slowly seep into your subconscious and make you feel guilty about every decision you make, from whether or...Read more...
What This Black Maryland Couple Says Their White Neighbors Are Doing to Them Will Infuriate You
When moving to their new home in Maryland, Angela and Prince Floyd thought they found their dream home. It was on the water and was spacious enough to accommodate anyone who wanted to come over and enjoy the space with them.Read more...
NYC Mayor Under Fire With New Federal Probe Developments...And it's Messy
Mayor Eric Adams and his whole team are in the hot seat now in connection to an ongoing federal probe into allegations that they were involved in some financial corruption that was both international and illegal.
Here's The Latest Tea on The Crazy Reason Skai Jackson Was Back in Headlines
Updated as on August 19 at 11 a.m. PT: After facing charges of domestic battery, it looks like Skai Jackson is finally in the clear.Read more...
Why Marlon Wayans Clapped Furiously at DJ Vlad on Twitter Sunday
The year of hate continues, as Marlon Wayans and DJ Vlad continue lobbing their disrespectful thoughts about each other on social media.Read more...
You Won't Believe the Full Story Behind This NYC Man Arrested for Allegedly Killing His Twin Sister
A family has now lost both a son and daughter after Naomi Hagley was allegedly gunned down by her twin brother, Jonathan D. Hagley. But you won't believe what Jonathan had going on at the time of the shooting.Read more...
Michael Oher Finally Reveals His True Feelings About the Tuohys and ‘The Blind Side’ and It's Fascinating
The Blind Side" is considered one of the most popular sports movies ever made. However, for Michael Oher, whose life the story is supposed to be based on, it has a darker, more emotional background.
Inside Taraji P. Henson's $3.37 Million Chicago Condos
It looks like the city of Chicago isn't for actress Taraji P. Henson, as she is selling not one- but her two high-rise condos with gorgeous city-lake views. The adjoining condos are now on the market for a combined $3.37 million dollars.Read more...
Why Donald Trump's Slick Remarks About Kamala's Looks Won't Gain Him The Black Support He's Hoping To Get
Donald Trump has made it a political strategy to personally attack Vice President Kamala Harris. On Saturday (August 17), his gross antics were once again on full display when the former president held a campaign rally in the battleground state of Pennsylvania.Read more...
What Happened to Baby Kali? Two Conflicting Stories Leave Police with Questions
Memphis police are trying to get to the bottom of an alleged child abuse case that left a one-year-old dead. However, the suspects in question are playing the blame game as to what really happened.
How Ga. Hospital Lost Part of Black Man's Skull – And Then Charged Thousands to Replace It
A Georgia couple is suing an Atlanta hospital for negligence they say left them with mounds of medical bills and the patient missing a critical piece of his anatomy.Read more...
Does NFL's Gosder Have Any Home Training? Here's the Wild Reason Authorities Say He Was Arrested on a Delta Flight
We all know flying is stressful, but that doesn't give you the right to act like you have no home training on the plane. Former NFL player Gosder Cherilus forgot this over the weekend when he allegedly did something disgusting on a Delta Air Lines flight.
New Development in the Case of The White Fla. Woman Who Fatally Shot A Black Mother of Four
A Florida jury entered their verdict for Susan Lorincz, the 60-year-old white woman who shot mother-of-four Ajike Owens from behind her door amidst a neighbor dispute.
Aside From Tiger Woods, Other Black People Who Broke Barriers in Golf
August is also National Golf Month but few know that Black folks have always had a rich history in the sport. Though it was initially deeply segregated and Black folks sidelined, golf has slightly evolved over the years to become more inclusive. However, it still has a long way to go.Read more...
A Miracle or Something Else? How This Black Mom Turned A Tragedy Into Triumph
On Oct. 11, 2014, Karla Weeden, who was 23 weeks pregnant, was simply driving home from the grocery store when out of nowhere, a driver ran a red light and hit her car. Although she was required to spend the night in hospital, she was sent home the next day on bed rest.Read more...
15 Reasons Why Harlem's Bumpy Johnson Is the Most Intriguing Gangsta of All Time
With season 4 of Godfather of Harlem" currently filming, we at The Root thought it would be the perfect time to dig into Ellsworth Bumpy" Johnson, the titular subject of the show.Read more...
The Funniest Memes Starring Kamala Harris’ VP Pick Tim Walz
Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are currently running the most joyous presidential campaign we've seen in a long time. They're just making people happy, which is the complete opposite of their opponents.Read more...
You Won't Believe the Wild Family Discoveries This Miss South Africa Finalist Made on the Road to Compete For Miss Universe Nigeria
South African-born Chidimma Adetshina had big dreams of winning the Miss South Africa title. But after pulling out of the South African contest last week, she has accepted an invitation to compete for the title of Miss Universe Nigeria instead.
Angela Bassett, Wakanda's Return, Tiana’s New Ride And Other Black Happenings at Disney's Expo
Disney's D23 Expo is a chance for fans of the House of Mouse to celebrate the company's various brands, including films, TV, animation, theme parks and others. While we got previews of upcoming films like Moana 2" and series like Agatha All Along," we also heard plenty of news about its Black stars and projects. To...Read more...
Black Celebs Who Took Over at 2024 Martha's Vineyard African-American Film Festival
At the 2024 Martha's Vineyard African-American Film Festival, a handful of fave celebs gathered on the luxurious island for nine days of great films, great events, and great conversations.Read more...
LL Cool J Has a Surprising Response to Breakdancing in the Olympics
LL Cool J had a time watching the breakdancing portion of the 2024 Olympic Games. The rapper and actor visited D-Stroy's SiriusXM show CTRL, ALT, D-Stroy," where he broke down the love and pride he felt watching the breakdancing competition this year.Read more...
Garcelle Beauvais talks 'Tempted By Love'
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Detroit Judge Who Forced Sleepy Black Teen Girl Into Handcuffs and Jail Uniform Just Got Some Bad News
Updated 8/16/24 at 3:30 p.m. ET
Ayesha Curry's Stressful Paris Trip, Miss South Africa Finalist Drops Out, FAMU Interim President Came With All The Smoke, 5 Shocking Revelations From The Trial For Ajike Owens And Other News
Another day, another Black celeb being messed with in Paris. Ayesha Curry's time at the Olympics seemingly came to an unexpectedly unpleasant ending over the weekend. According to recent reports, the wife of Stephen Curry was involved in an intense encounter with the French police over the weekend that's made its way...Read more...
Raygun's Dismal Olympic 'Breaking' Performance, Remembering Florence Griffith-Joyner, The Most Beautiful Black Women Track Stars at 2024 Paris Olympics, Barack Obama's Summer Playlist And More Culture
Controversy swarmed Rachael Raygun" Gunn after a bizarre performance led to her literally scoring all zeros from Olympic judges. The so-called Australian breakdancer was criticized by Black folks who said she mocked" the Black art form. Even singer Adele had to stop her Munich show to laugh at what she called the...Read more...
Resurfaced Topless Photo Of Tracee Ellis Ross Throws Internet Into A Frenzy (Again), Andre 3000 Addresses Critics, Tina Knowles And Richard Lawson Move Forward In Divorce Proceedings, A Look Inside Li
Tracee Ellis Ross is one of Hollywood's most respected funny ladies. From Girlfriends," to Black-ish," she's carved a path separate from her famous mother, Diana Ross and made her own name in the business. - Stephanie Holland Read MoreRead more...
Donald Trump Calls Kamala Harris Out Of Her Name, VP Harris Leads Trump In Battleground States, Fani Willis's Election Case Against Trump Stalls, Charlamagne Tha God Gives Advice To The Harris Campaig
Adding on to the long list of names former President Donald Trump has called Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump is back stirring up trouble yet again. This time, his private conversations are to blame. - Phenix S Halley Read MoreRead more...
Ex-NFL Player Sentenced to Life For Doing The Unthinkable, Illinois Cafeteria Worker Exposed For $1.5 Million Chicken Wing Heist, Oklahoma City Will Pay Black Man Millions, Atlanta Searches For Street
Five-year-old La'Rayah Davis was caught in the middle of an ongoing custody battle between her two parents. But before her father, Daunan Davis, could gain full custody, La'Rayah was found unresponsive in the Las Vegas home of former NFL running back Cierre Wood. After being taken to the hospital with several...Read more...
Black Hack: 3 Baking Soda Hacks to Add to Your Cleaning Routine
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A Look Inside Sherri Shepherd's Newly Listed $3.2 Million Harlem Townhouse
On this episode of Which Celebrity is Selling Their House Now?" we have none other than Emmy award-winning talk show host Sherri Shepherd. The actress and TV personality listed her five-story townhome for sale at $3.2 million according to Zillow. It was last on the market in 2021 at another $800,000 more.Read more...
'GOP Karen' Nancy Mace Catches Hell For Intentionally Butchering Kamala's Name On CNN
A CNN panel featuring Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) quickly went to hell after the GOP Karen repeatedly mispronounced Vice President Kamala Harris's name.Read more...
It's Time To Admit That Tyler, The Creator Is A National Treasure
Tyler, The Creator is once again going viral for speaking his mind. In an interview on web series Mavericks with Mav Carter" released Wednesday (Aug. 14), the Igor" emcee opened up about various topics ranging from the vapidity of his music peers to the audacity of culture vultures.Read more...
Why Did Tyler, the Creator Clap At Up-and-Coming White Rapper Ian?
Tyler, the Creator has stirred up some interesting dialogue about Ian, a new popular rapper in the genre, and why his presence bothers him.
The Sad Reason Behind Usher's Concert Postponements
When Usher said watch this" in Confessions Pt. II," I doubt he was foreshadowing the moment when he'd have to postpone the start of his Past, Present, Future" tour like he did earlier this week.Read more...
An Anti-Violence Advocate Allegedly Pulled up to a Pool Party and Shot a Man in the Head. Police Think They Know Why
A Colorado MMA fighter who spent his career advocating against violence is accused of committing an egregious act of violence himself. Police suspect the reason behind it goes deeper than a random fit of rage.
Time Magazine Honors Black Boy For Creating Soap That Could Treat Skin Cancer
Heman Bekele, a 15-year-old boy hailing from Ethiopia, has been honored by Time Magazine for creating a soap that could possibly treat and cure skin cancer. The outlet reported how Bekele noticed how the sun effected people's skin and how they often worked in the sun without properly protecting themselves.
Halle Berry’s Movies Ranked From Worst to Best
One look at Halle Berry's extensive list of credits showcases her incredible range. Action, drama, comedy, sci-fi - she has literally done it all. She's been entertaining audiences for more than 30 years, consistently giving fans something new in every movie.Read more...
A Cadillac? A Tesla? Inside Tina Knowles and Richard Lawson's Finalized Divorce
Though it's coming a little over a year later, Tina Knowles and Richard Lawson have finally finalized their divorce.Read more...
Here's the Tea On the Firing of ‘X-Men ‘97’ Creator Beau DeMayo ...It's Messy
It was a tall order for the Disney+ series X-Men 97" to follow in the footsteps of the beloved classic, X-Men: The Animated Series." However, the revival was a big hit for Marvel and renewed for a second season.
Justin Simien on 4-part Docuseries ‘Hollywood Black’ and His Literary Inspiration for the Film
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Taylor Swift Gets Back at Kanye West in the Most Gansta Way
If you think that you're favorite artist works hard, Taylor Swift works harder, especially when it comes to her taking the top spot.Read more...
Director Barry Jenkins Reveals Details About Blue Ivy’s ‘Mufasa’ Role
The upcoming film Mufasa: The Lion King" is a highly anticipated prequel that tells the story of how Mufasa and Taka, who becomes known as Scar in the future, met and became brothers. The film is framed around Rafiki, Timon and Pumbaa telling this new story to Simba and Nala's daughter Kiara. Since Nala is voiced by...Read more...
Atlanta Family On the Hunt for Street Racers Who Struck and Killed A Young Mother
It's been almost two weeks since highway street racers allegedly hit a 32-year-old woman before leaving her to die on an Atlanta interstate. Now, her family is finally speaking out, and they want answers.
WATCH: Here's What Breaking Should Look Like, How It Became a Worldwide Sensation
This summer, Breaking was displayed in front of the world at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. But the competition went viral for all of the wrong reasons, especially the performance of Rachel Raygun" Gunn.Read more...
Michael Rubin Walks Back Comments About 'Black Hate On Hate'
During an interview with The Breakfast Club," billionaire Fanatics owner Michael Rubin attempted to clear up rumors about his good friend Meek Mill. Over the years, Rubin has made himself a popular personality in the realm of hip-hop due to his digital sports platform.Read more...
Kehlani Makes Allegations of Her Own Against Ex-Boyfriend
Things are getting messy between Kehlani and the father of her child, now that the singer is the next person to take legal action against the other.Read more...
Naomi Osaka Gets Real About the Personal Reason For Her Disappointing Comeback to Tennis
The former world No. 1 tennis star is opening up about her ongoing struggle to get back into the swing of things. Since giving birth to her daughter, Shai, in July 2023, Naomi Osaka has been working hard to make her comeback to the sport she's been playing since she was three years old, but after a string of...Read more...
Jordan Chiles Finally Speaks Out on 'Devastating' Olympic Medal Stripping
Updated 8/15/2024 at 3:33 p.m. ETRead more...
Kirk Franklin Finally Reflects on 2021 Viral Video Cussing Out His Son
It's not often that gospel legend Kirk Franklin makes the news, but that's exactly what happened back in 2021 when his son Kerrion posted footage of the Looking For You" singer cussing him out during a heated argument on Instagram.Read more...
SMH...New Trump Campaign Ad Takes An Old, Racist Page From the GOP Playbook
Some of our posts include links to retailers. If you buy something from clicking on one, G/O Media may earn a commission. Because editorial staff is independent of commerce, affiliate linking does not influence our editorial content.Former President Donald Trump is pulling out all the stops in his attempts to regain the White House come November, including taking a page from an old GOP playbook of using racially charged ads to court voters.Read more...
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