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Cardi B ‘Gags’ Over First Trip to Five Below with Her Daughter Kulture and It’s Hilarious
Cardi B just took fans on a hilarious shopping trip to Five Below with her daughter, Kulture.
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All About Alice Walker, Tracy Chapman’s Messy Love Affair
PRIDE MONTH: While many know Alice Walker for her literary talents and Tracy Chapman for her singing talents, not many know the romantic link between the two! Let's talk about it.
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Inside NBA Star Jaylen Brown’s $5 Million Boston Seaport For Sale
NBA star Jaylen Brown's penthouse in Boston is back on the market. Let's see what goodness lies behind its doors!
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A Peek At Rick Ross’ Insanely Lavish Car Collection
This Saturday, June 13, Rick Ross is turning his massive 235-acre Georgia estate into the South's flashiest automotive spectacle.
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Best Black Celeb Fashion Moments Of 2026 So Far
We’re only halfway through the year, but you already know The Root is keeping score. Here are the culture-shifting fashion moments dominating 2026 so far.
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Fans Want in On Victor Wembanayama’s Book Club
Wemby and Spurs forward Harrison Barnes have joined forces off the court to start a book club.
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Too Tall to Grow Old? Why NBA Centers Are Fighting the Clock to Make It Past 60
According to researchers, the NBA's tallest players face significant health risks after retirement.
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The Tragic Story of Legendary R&B Diva Phyllis Hyman
his Black Music Month, we're celebrating the life of R&B songstress Phyllis Hyman, a talented star who left us way too soon. Ahead of what would have been her 77th birthday on July 6, we remember her incredible legacy and that unforgettable, velvety contralto voice.
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After the Karmelo Anthony Verdict, Black Parents Are Having Conversations They Never Wanted To Have
It's the conversation no parent wants to have, but every Black parent must after Karmelo Anthony was found guilty of murdering Austin Metcalf.
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How Howard University Became the Ultimate Safe Space for Black Nerds (Blerds)
Howard University has become "Blerd central," fostering creative spaces where Black nerd culture thrives.