Current Events

The Root spoke with one Black scholar who says embracing African American Vernacular English (AAVE) may help teachers connect with students and support their success.

The "Netflix documentary" trend is taking over TikTok, and Black creators are absolutely nailing it. Only the culture could deliver this level of cinematic comedy—here are the best videos you need to see.

When a Black person dies mysteriously in a white space, the internet demands immediate answers. But the line between speculation and facts are incredibly thin.

When a Black person dies mysteriously in a white space, the internet demands immediate answers. But the line between speculation and facts are incredibly thin.

Jay-Z is marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt." But before the anniversary, we're dropping eight facts you may not have known about the masterpiece.

Here's everything you should know about what President Trump's SAVE Act means for all American voters ahead of federal elections.

Here are a few lessons passed down from our grandparents that you can use right now to level up your life and your bank account.

Tyler Perry is bringing his beloved 'Why Did I Get Married?' franchise back after 16 years. And it's causing plenty of hilarious chatter online!

Despite Trump’s criticism, here's proof that the Smithsonian continues to preserve America’s history through exhibitions and stories, reflecting the nation’s full experience.

Despite Trump’s criticism, here's proof that the Smithsonian continues to preserve America’s history through exhibitions and stories, reflecting the nation’s full experience.