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Eve Breaks Down What’s Kept Her 12-Year Marriage to Her Multi-Millionaire Husband Strong
The rapper and her husband of 12 years work in completely different worlds — and Eve says that's exactly why it works.
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The Most Fashionable Black WAGs of the NFL
Before the 2026 NFL season officially kicks off on Wednesday, Sept. 9, we've gathered some of the most stylish NFL WAGs for outfit inspo!
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You Know the Legends. Now Meet the Black Stars Who Could Join Them
From Denzel Washington to John Singleton, Black icons didn't just change Hollywood—they built the blueprint. Now, a new vanguard is taking the baton and cementing legacies that are uniquely their own.
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Naomi Osaka and Coco Gauff Share Advice for U.S. Open Newcomers— Plus 13 Things to Know Before You Go
Whether you’re a tennis devotee or just here for the Honey Deuce, we’ve gathered 13 dos and don’ts for enjoying the 2026 U.S. Open like a pro.
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From Sauce to Seasoning: The Ultimate Black-Owned BBQ Guide
Your grill called, and it wants these Black-owned seasonings, rubs, and sauces for the perfect Labor Day weekend BBQ!
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Snapchat’s Speed Filter Is Back in Court—11 Years After a 100 mph Crash Left a Black Man in a Coma
Nearly 11 years after a high-speed crash left Wentworth Maynard with a severe brain injury, a landmark trial is putting social media accountability on the stand.
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Labor Day Isn’t Just a Cookout—It’s the Legacy of a Black Cleveland Lawmaker
A Black lawmaker from Cleveland, dubbed the “Founder of Labor Day,” helped put the holiday on the calendar.
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More Of The Best Fashion Moments From Black Stars at the U.S. Open
The U.S. Open is in full swing, and we're looking at more outstanding fashion moments from Black stars on and off the court.
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Is LinkedIn Failing Black Job Seekers? Here’s What One Economic Expert Had to Say
The Root spoke with LinkedIn’s Economic Expert to unpack tips job seekers can leverage to make the platform work for them.
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Ms. Rachel’s Repost Helped This Black-Owned Bakery Make Rent
After the "Songs for Littles" star, invited Black business owners to promote themselves in her Threads comments, Ashley La Bomme-Benson saw a surge in sales.