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A Peek Inside Alicia Keys and Swizz Beats’ Gorgeous Cali Oceanside Palace
The couple's California mansion is full of light and beautiful works of art
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Breaking Down If the Black Church Ruins Women’s Chances at Marriage
As Black women carry leadership and spiritual responsibilities in the church, faith leaders explore whether the Black church supports their paths to marriage or creates challenges in navigating modern dating.
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Beyoncé’s New Look Has Hair Stylists Preparing for a New Trend
According to one hairstylist on TikTok, the bob is making a comeback in 2026
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Check Out Our Favorite Books By Black Authors That Are All About Love
If you're looking for a great book about Black love, we've rounded up some of our favorites.
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New Voting Bill Dusts Off Old Voter Suppression Tactics
Voting rights advocates are warning that the SAVE America Act could disenfranchise voters, especially women, Black and Hispanic people, and young voters.
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Maybe You’re Single on Valentine’s Day Because You Listen to Social Media
In today's social media era, chances are you or someone you know takes bad relationship advice on the internet seriously. Stop it.
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15 of the Cutest, Iconic Celeb Black Love Stories
This Valentine's Day, we're celebrating some of the cutest Black stories from Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee to A$AP Rocky and Rihanna.
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Messy New Details Emerge in ‘RHOA’ Star Kandi Burruss, Todd Tucker Divorce Timeline
The divorce between Kandi Burress and Todd Tucker is starting to get a bit more testy. Here's the latest in their unfortunate saga!
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15 Best Hip-Hop Love Songs For Valentine’s Day
To get you in the mood for Valentine’s Day, here are some of The Root’s favorite rap love songs.
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Grand Jury Calls D4vd’s Family to the Witness Stand in Tragic Celeste Rivas Investigation
D4vd's family are fighting a court subpoena in connection to the death of Celeste Rivas, the teen found stuffed inside a Tesla.