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The Root, a digital magazine, offers insightful commentary and news from diverse black perspectives, providing unflinching analysis of key issues within the black community. With thought-provoking commentary from black thought leaders, it offers comprehensive coverage of politics, news, and more.
The Root » Politics
13h ago
No matter what you’re dealing with, Mary J. Blige has a song that will get you through it. New romance, post-break up glow up, self-confidence pep talk and of course, heartbreak, Mary has you covered.
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The Root » Politics
13h ago
Malibu is known for its pristine beaches and pricey mansions. But one home situated along the picturesque coastline stands out against the rest: controversial rapper Kanye “Ye” West’s $57 million mansion, sitting seemingly abandoned, disheveled, and reportedly unable to sell despite its prime location on the Malibu…
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The Root » Politics
14h ago
It’s been two months since Beyoncé dropped Cécred, her line of hair care products designed to treat textured hair. And while most fans couldn’t wait to get their hands on all of that shampoo and conditioning goodness, others just couldn’t help but hate.
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The Root » Politics
14h ago
On Sunday (April 21), Jennifer Hudson took to X to express gratitude for her journey to superstardom since being eliminated from “American Idol” two decades ago.
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The Root » Politics
14h ago
Charlamagne Tha God succinctly summed up his frustration with the Democratic Party during a recent interview with Politico.
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The Root » Politics
14h ago
Stephen A. Smith is no stranger to courting controversy on pretty much any topic. But Black social media is wondering what the hell he was thinking over his latest comments about former President Donald Trump.
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The Root » Politics
15h ago
Sasha Obama was just seven years old when she moved into the White House after her father, Barack Obama, was elected as the first Black president of the United States in 2008.
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The Root » Politics
15h ago
Colorado police say a man was arrested after allegedly attempting to abduct a little boy from school property. And that’s not even the worst part: Police say the suspect in question has a criminal background and a history of sex crimes.
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The Root » Politics
17h ago
Taylor Swift is known for her overly emotional, soul-baring lyrics. When someone of her influence in the music industry puts out an album titled, “The Tortured Poets Department,” we expect a certain amount of dramatic feelings. However, what we were not expecting from the Queen of the Swifties was to drop…
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The Root » Politics
18h ago
Already a full-time attorney licensed to practice law in two states, Cheslie Kryst was crowned Miss USA in 2019 at age 28. She also worked as a correspondent for the syndicated newsmagazine series Extra, a job which earned her an Emmy nomination.
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