Zimbabwean student Ruvarashe Takamhanya was walking to school with her best friend when she was hit and killed by a speeding car. The 11-year-old's mother, Juliana Vito, found out about the June 3 accident from neighbors and quickly ran to the scene, according to BBC.

Zoe Kravitz recently appeared in the cover story for Esquire Magazine, in which she finally revealed how a decision she made at age 11 might've been hurtful to her mother, actress Lisa Bonet.Read more...

There's not enough money in the world that can make amends for the five decades Glynn Ray Simmons spent in prison wrongfully convicted of murder, but Oklahoma City is trying to make it right by awarding him over $7 million.

Usher and his fans in Atlanta may not be good good" after the disappointment he dished out on Wednesday.Read more...

Marvel Studios' monster hit Deadpool & Wolverine" features several high-profile, crowd-pleasing cameos from characters, including some who made their big screen debut as superheroes before the Marvel Cinematic Universe started. Chris Evans as Johnny Storm/Human Torch; Jennifer Garner as Elektra Natchios; Channing...Read more...

Given the news cycle of the past few weeks, you couldn't be blamed if you haven't been paying attention to what's been going on in the United Kingdom. In fact, you probably haven't kept up to what's happening across the pond since Queen Elizabeth passed away. But believe me, there's something you might take some...Read more...

Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign is sure to have a fashionable Labor Day weekend - with Tory Burch and Anna Wintour recently announcing that they will hold a Hamptons fundraiser for the Democratic candidate.Read more...

A New Orleans woman was attacked in a courtroom Monday as she pleaded guilty to her role in a heinous crime that has sparked courtroom chaos more than once.Read more...

Professional clown and commentator Stephen A. Smith has found the gaul to address Vice President Kamala Harris and share his thoughts on her lack of televised interviews or press conferences. Smith has been known for saying ridiculous things and standing on his soapbox-and his latest remarks are no different.

Every so often we discover that a pair of celebrities are related, whether it's Janet Jackson, Stevie Wonder, and Tracy Chapman or Cory Booker and his twin" cousin, RuPaul.

Read more...

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...

The Cook Political Report has released a new survey that reveals things have taken a drastic turn when it comes to the 2024 presidential election. The survey, which was conducted by the Democratic polling firm BSG and Republican polling firm GS Strategy Group, showed that Vice President Kamala Harris is tied or ahead...Read more...

Popular rapper Lil Baby wanted to enjoy the luxury of the road when he came home, so he designed his Atlanta bachelor pad to be the ideal relaxation spot. Yes, he has friends and family over, but he wasn't looking for a party house. Not only does it feel like home, it feels like a great accomplishment for me," he...Read more...

Next week, the Democratic National Convention is slated to take place in Chicago. The last time the city hosted the event was in 1996. According to a report from NBC News, Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz are scheduled to give speeches. In addition, former presidents Barack Obama and Bill...Read more...

There seems to be some internal drama going on between members of The Fugees following the announcement that the U.S. dates for the beloved group's upcoming tour would be canceled.Read more...

Amidst the hype of Simone Biles winning four gold medals and one silver from her performances in the 2024 Paris Olympics, one figure from her past has resurfaced with hopes of reconnecting.

It's been a year since a Georgia grand jury accused ex-president Donald Trump and others of trying to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis boldly led the crusade against Trump and his alleged illegal behavior.Read more...

South African-born Chidimma Adetshina is a 23-year-old law student who had big dreams of winning the Miss South Africa title. But after controversies began to involve her family, Adetshina has decided to pull out of the contest.

Though Tina Knowles and Richard Lawson announced their shocking divorce last summer, it appears they're still working out the kinks a year later.Read more...

Even days after the Paris Olympics ended, people still can't stop talking about the breaking competition at the Summer Games, especially Rachael Raygun" Gunn's bizarre performance.Read more...

Florence Griffith-Joyner is one of the most dynamic athletes of our time. Her domination on the track is a legend that very few modern sprinters can live up to. It wasn't just that she was the fastest woman in the world, it was her one of a kind style, timeless beauty and star presence that set her apart from other...Read more...

Read more...

All eyes are on Florida A&M University's interim president after he made what some may consider a hasty decision to call for resignations... of his whole senior staff. With fall semester approaching, some wonder if he's being strategic or impulsive.

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...

If you read the Root regularly, you know the readers respect and love both Lee Daniels, the Oscar-winning director and his muse-Mo' Nique. Who wasn't happy to hear a month ago that the feud between the two had ended? The director discussed their reunion in an Instagram post with Mo'Nique at dinner on July 23 of this...Read more...

An Ohio grand jury decided whether the officer seen on body camera footage fatally shooting a pregnant Black woman should be held accountable for his actions... and it does not look good.

With her roles in the X-Men" franchise, Die Another Day," John Wick: Chapter 3" and Bruised," Halle Berry is a bonafide action star. This line of work looks cool on-screen, but comes with a dangerous side effect. The Oscar winner recently revealed the incredible toll these films have taken on her body.

It looks like talent really can run in the family! In a recent interview, music icon Janet Jackson opened up about her distant relatives, many of whom are famous names we have comet to know and love over the years.

On Monday (August 12), Tesla founder Elon Musk welcomed Donald Trump back to X with an interview that was full of the former president's detestable lies about Vice President Kamala Harris. Though he was banned under the popular app's previous owner, under Musk he was allowed back on.Read more...

Her path from prosecutor to Vice President of the United States has been defined by many firsts. From joining the first Black sorority in her twenties to simply being her parents' first-born daughter, Kamala Harris is no stranger to creating her own path, regardless of what people may think of her.

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.

Taraji P. Henson is used to her name being in the news cycle, but I doubt she expected to garner a myriad of mixed reactions from folks online thanks to her friend: Russell Simmons. I'll explain.Read more...

It's been a while since we heard from n-word slinging Sophia Rosing, ain't it? Turns out the former University of Kentucky student has given up on trying to prove her innocence in the vicious assault of a fellow Black student back in November of 2022.

A New Jersey man will remain behind bars after he delivered a punch that killed a white man last year. Anthony Collins, 41, was sentenced to three years in prison, and in accordance with the state's No Early Release Act, he is required to serve 85 percent of his term, according to VIBE.

Forever POTUS Barack Obama released his highly anticipated summer playlist on Monday (August 12) and of course it contained massive hits. From Beyonce's Texas Hold Em'" to Shaboozey's A Bar Song (Tipsy) to Tommy Richman's Million Dollar Baby," Obama's taste was once again carefully curated to reflect the musical...Read more...

Just like the rest of us, Chicago Sky star Angel Reese witnessed the United States women's basketball team become victorious over France 67-66 in the gold medal match on Sunday (August 11). It's just the latest chapter for America in the 2024 Paris Olympics.

ABC's popular reality dating franchise, The Bachelor," is sticking with its usual format and choosing a former contestant to lead its next season. On Monday, after he was eliminated from season 21 of The Bachelorette," Grant Ellis was announced as the star of The Bachelor" Season 29. He is only the second Black man...Read more...

What do you do when someone you don't like continues to play your song, even after you tell them to stop multiple times? Well, if you're the estate of late singer Isaac Hayes, you sue them for millions of dollars.

In 2008, a Black man was arrested in the fatal shooting of a Brooklyn man. However, after spending 16 years in prison for the murder, a new investigation examined a crucial piece of evidence that cleared his name: a surveillance video that was never played for the court. - Kalyn WomackRead more...

While Team USA walked away as the country with the most medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics-the real winners were all the amazingly beautiful and insanely talented Black women in the track and field sport.Read more...

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...

In 2008, a Black man was arrested in the fatal shooting of a Brooklyn man. However, after spending 16 years in prison for the murder, a new investigation examined a crucial piece of evidence that cleared his name: a surveillance video.

Uh oh.... He's back. It looks like Elon Musk has decided to give former President Donald Trump back his account after three long years, and supporters and critics alike are all tuned in to watch for the GOP nominee's next tweet.Read more...

It's not everyday you hear an incredible story about a Black woman who low-key stalked Michael Jackson as a young teen, grew up being friends with Prince, and finessed millions from banks while out-scheming the FBI. But that's exactly what book lovers will be getting this month as Tanya Smith's memoir lands in book...Read more...

The normally calm and peaceful Andre 3000 had time for his critics today, using a new interview to respond to fellow rap artists who had a problem with his words about MCs rapping over 40.Read more...

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.

There's nothing like the beautiful bond between a mother and son. And that bond was on full display over the weekend for EGOT winner Jennifer Hudson, who helped to celebrate her son David Otunga Jr.'s 15th birthday.

Get ready to return to Pride Rock. The Lion King" saga continues with an official live-action installment coming to theaters this year, Mufasa: The Lion King." The film from Oscar winner Barry Jenkins (Moonlight," If Beale Street Could Talk") gives us an origin story for the legendary king of the Pride Lands,...Read more...

While there was no shortage of laughter and jokes in the Black community after the debut of breaking in the Paris Olympics, there were just as many critics who had smoke for the competition - specifically surrounding the performance of Australian b-girl Rachael Raygun" Gunn after learning of her background.Read more...