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BET Awards Red Carpet Train Wrecks We Will Never Forget
Before we see all the fly fits at this year's BET Awards 2026, let's take a look back at some of the most chaotic red carpet ensembles of all time!
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Mother Sues School District After Sons Targeted by Racist Harassment
The mother of two Black elementary students has filed a lawsuit after her sons were left with PTSD following months of racist bullying.
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The Truth About Jay-Z’s Afro Finally Revealed!
For all the skeptics still questioning whether Jay-Z's afro is really his, we finally have the proof we need, thanks to a new viral video!
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Why Asian-Owned Stores Are Losing Their Black Customers
A Black-owned nail salon in Atlanta was filled with customers after calls to boycott Asian businesses gained traction—with no signs of slowing down.
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Exclusive: NYC Mayor on Rolling Out His Free 2-K Childcare Program to Help Ease the Burden on Black Families
The Root spoke with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani about his plan to help Black New Yorkers who are trying to raise families in the most expensive city in the country.
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130 ‘Election Deniers’ Are Running For Office To Control How the South Votes For Now On
From Georgia to Texas, Republican candidates who have questioned election results in 2020, promoted fraud claims or pushed for stricter voting rules are running for office.
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Summer’s Hottest Netflix TV Shows and Movies You Need to Watch Right Now
From cozy comedies to shocking documentaries, we've rounded up some of the hottest Netflix movies and shows you need to watch ASAP!
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Knicks Parade Viral ‘Traffic Light Climber’ Gives Her Side of the Story After Fight
After going viral for flinging a woman to the ground and twerking in her face at the Knicks Parade, content creator Reds Punch gives her side of the story.
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The True Story of Fatherhood: Joshua DuBois on the Launch of ‘The Dad 100’
The Dad Games recognizes 100 fathers and father figures whose impact strengthens families and communities
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My Father Taught Me How to Survive. Now, We Must Learn How to Fight
This Father's Day, I'm remembering the words of my late father: "Keep fighting, son. Don't you ever stop fighting."