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Vivek Ramaswamy's glaring hypocrisy-in addition to his inherently disgusting nature-becomes more apparent with each passing day. On Sunday, the GOP presidential candidate took to X/Twitter to condemn Donna Brazile's recent appearance on Friday's episode of Real Time with Bill Maher."

NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade has never shied away from showing public support for his 16-year-old transgender daughter Zaya. His unwavering love for her, as well as his advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community, has been an inspiration for how all parents should treat their transgender children. Now, he's showing his...Read more...

The woman seen getting punched by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officers in a now-viral video spoke out for the first time since the incident. Her account of the incident starkly contrasts that of the department.

There's no denying that Patti LaBelle is a musical legend. But what you may be surprised to know is that despite her glamorous looks and larger-than-life vocals, she's no diva-especially when it comes to mentoring the newer talent of this generation.Read more...

Another male rapper has pathetically decided to come for Megan Thee Stallion on wax-only this time it's her ex, Pardi Fontaine. Not only is Fontaine throwing a temper tantrum on the track, Thee Person," he also is reminding the public of the simple fact that he can't rap worth a damn.Read more...

If you've never been to New York or if it's been a while since you've been, then allow Alicia Keys' new musical, Hell's Kitchen, to be the reintroduction you so desperately need.

We've always known that racial disparity exists in our public education system. It's no secret that public schools with higher Black and Latino student populations often don't receive the same resources and attention as primarily white schools. But now, newly released data by the U.S. Education Department confirms it.

It may prove to be the shocker of the year....at least to some of us mere mortals, but celebs Sean Diddy" Combs was accused by his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura of a decade-long relationship of violence, sex abuse, and more-including accusations of rape in a bombshell lawsuit that featured a trigger warning on the...Read more...

If you're not a foodie who spends a big chunk of your time in the kitchen, cooking for Thanksgiving can seem intimidating. With the turkey roasting, killing the mac and cheese, seasoning the potatoes and baking pies, there's a lot to juggle. We know you've got Thanksgiving cooking questions and we've got the answers.

I was in college when The Roots dropped their 1995 studio album Do You Want More?!!!??! and changed how I would listen to hip-hop forever.Read more...

Each year, The Root 100 honors those who have made the biggest impact on the culture. And this year, the list is loaded with influencers - more than any previous year.Read more...

New York Attorney General Letitia James rested her case against the Trump Organization earlier this week, drawing the closely watched fraud trial nearer to its conclusion. But just because they won't be sparring in court anymore doesn't mean there won't be fireworks between Donald Trump and James on social media.

This is the third time this week I've written about A-list Black folks trending based on unsavory news, and the second time I've had to write about a man potentially abusing a famous Black woman performer.Read more...

Trigger warning: The following content may be disturbing to some readers.Read more...

The honorees for The Root 100 are highly accomplished in all walks of life and career - as such, competition for the top spot is understandably steep.Read more...

X/Twitter owner and resident moron Elon Musk has gone out of his way to perpetuate racism and hatred since taking over the platform. He's been very clear about being a proponent of free speech-which is simply a thinly veiled way to let racist slurs and hate speech proliferate on X.Read more...

This year, the Root 100 is back with another fantastic list of noteworthy Black Americans. This year, we have a list filled with influential Black politicians and people making a difference in the world of STEM. So, without further ado, here are our winners from this year!Read more...

Y'all, Cassandra Cassie" Ventura's lawsuit accusing Sean Diddy" Combs of sexual assault and domestic abuse seeminglyconfirmed a lot of conspiracies about the Hip Hop mogul. However, the suit also gave the backstory behind a years-old rumor that got Ventura dragged in the media.

Any Republican Presidential candidate hoping to cinch the nomination has to get through Iowa first. That means a mandatory trip to the Iowa State Fair and tons of photo-ops with fried food and cute babies. But there's one important stop you likely haven't heard of: a visit to kiss the ring of The Family Leader CEO Bob...Read more...

It's officially Black Santa season!

Drake lied to us all.Read more...

While things have been fairly quiet when it comes to Tyrese and his divorce drama, it looks like he's about to get tied up in a different legal battle soon.Read more...

The news of Cassie's disturbing and shocking lawsuit against Sean Diddy" Combs dropped Thursday and detailed years of allege abuse and sexual assault. The suit was so graphic that it came with a trigger warning, in which Cassie (real name Casandra Ventura) accuses Combs of rape, physical abuse and sex trafficking.Read more...

Over the last few years, we've covered so many exonerations it's hard to keep count. Black men have spent more than 20, 30, and in some cases, 40 years in prison before having their convictions thrown out.Read more...

I think everyone was taken aback to find the suspicions about the relationship between Sean Combs and Cassandra Ventura (or who we know as Diddy and Cassie) were even worse than we thoughtbased on the facts of the scathing lawsuit she levied against him on Thursday.Read more...

Corrine Woodson, 84, has lived at her home on Hamilton Road in Auburn, Alabama, for the last 60 years. The 40-acre estate, which her single-story home sits on, has been in her late husband's family even longer.

Sean Diddy" Combs, one of hip-hop's most influential figures, has just been named at the center of a shocking new sexual assault and sexual abuse lawsuit.Read more...

The Root 100 is here in 2023! There are so many notable and talented Black people who have made a huge impact in their respective industries in the past year. Politicians, scientists, writers, entrepreneurs, businessmen, and many more.

Despite his public scandals, Will Smith is still one of the most liked entertainers in the world. Maybe it's because we grew up with his music? Or perhaps it's the enduring love for The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air? Or it could be that he seems like a nice guy? Whatever the reason, the Oscar winner is the celeb equivalent...Read more...

An independent pathologist released the initial findings from the autopsy of Dexter Wade, the Mississippi man fatally struck by a police car earlier this year and buried by the county unbeknownst to his family. The findings reveal Wade had identification on him at the time of his death.

Fan favorite Pedro Pascal is the latest name linked to the Marvel Cinematic Universe's upcoming Fantastic Four film. Depending on which report you read, he's either definitely starring as the hero or is just talking to Marvel about it. He's already connected to Disney through Star Wars' The Mandalorian, so it's not a...Read more...

Fulton County DA Fani T. Willis, the woman leading the criminal racketeering case against Donald Trump and his allies, has asked a judged to revoke the bond of one the co-defendants in the case. Willis made the request on Wednesday after accusing Harrison Floyd of intimidating possible witnesses in the case.Read more...

It took three whole years for the world to see what happened to Christopher Shaw, a Black man who was left paralyzed after a violent interaction with the Beaumont, Tex. police. The county was reluctant to release of the surveillance footage until the NAACP put its foot down, demanding transparency.

A protest outside of the Democratic National Committee headquarters devolved into chaos on Wednesday night as police in riot gear violently clashed with the crowd. At least one person was arrested at the protest, where dozens were gathered urging Democrats to call for a ceasefire on the Gaza Strip.Read more...

In news that can only be described as indicative of the world coming to an end, hell freezing over, and pigs flying simultaneously,Snoop Dogg is giving up smoking.

It looks like Zahara Marley Jolie-Pitt is getting the full HBCU experience and living her absolute best college life. The 18-year-old daughter of actors Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt is currently in her second year at Spelman College. And now, she is one of the newest members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.Read more...

Gayle King has received backlash online for an interview she conducted Wednesday on CBS Mornings, with Thomas Hand, father of eight-year-old Emily Hand who is being held hostage by Hamas. The exchange, which was already emotional, became even more intense when the topic of Gaza politics came up.

While Usher might be theKing of Las Vegas, his reign may just get cut short, as it appears a new queen might be headed to the legendary strip: Beyonce.Read more...

Racism has no age limit. It can come from a young student in middle school, or an elderly person living in a nursing home. Don't believe me?Read more...

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Selling Sunset star Bre Tiesi shocked the world when she revealed that she slept with superstar Michael B. Jordan in her pre-Nick Cannon days. The revelation came during a dinner with her co-stars, Amanza Smith, Chrishell Stause, and Emma Herman. As they discussed their relationships, Smith said she wanted to sleep...Read more...

Deja Taylor, mother of the 6-year-old boy who shot and injured his teacher at a Virginia elementary school, has been sentenced to 21 months in prison on federal charges. She still awaits sentencing for state charges in connection to the shooting.

Football is in full swing. Basketball season is fully underway. That also means a full-court press from advertisers in one of the greatest ironies of public health: During actual games, the fittest people on the planet slice through defensive lines, soar above the rim and sear the memories of mere mortal fans with...Read more...

It's that time of year again - time to roll out The Root 100, our list of the year's most influential Black Americans, ages 24 to 74.Read more...

Ever since the Astroworld Festival tragedy in November 2021, I've been pretty critical of Travis Scott. Not that I blame him for the incident, since I think a lot of factors were at play that led to the death of 10 innocent victims. But I don't necessarily think his behavior following the incident was perfect....Read more...

Sweeeet justice! Two white men are facing double trouble for breaking a Black man's jaw in an unprovoked, racist attack. In addition to prison time, they were also ordered by a state judge to pay the victim over $1 million in damages.

We all know Viola Davis can do literally anything. From Fences, to The Woman King, to Michelle Obama, she can make every role feel different while simultaneously adding her special Viola vibe to it. In the upcoming film, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes," the EGOT winner plays Dr. Volumnia Gaul, the...Read more...

When it comes to salacious gossip, it's reasonable to assume that if the person you're spreading rumors about is deceased, maybe they shouldn't be discussed.Read more...