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This Week’s Political News: Candace Owens’ MAGA Flip-Flops, White House Chief of Staff’s Tea On Trump’s Inner Circle, Nicki Minaj Picks a Fight With Gavin Newsom, Atlanta DA Fani Willis Testifies About Romance With Nathan Wade, Stacey Abrams Speaks to The Root and More
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The Root’s Ultimate Guide to Holiday Dos and Don’ts
Don't make a holiday party mistake you'll live to regret. Check out our list of dos and don'ts before you leave home, instead.
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The Lasting Impact of Trump’s Attack on Black America in 2025
Trump-era attacks didn’t just make news — they reshaped life for Black Americans and left lasting impacts on our communities, from opportunities lost to systemic setbacks.
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Why Timothée Chalamet, Druski’s Latest Internet Shenanigans Has Some Black Folks Inviting Him to the Cookout
Timothée Chalamet went viral after this one unforgettable moment with Druski has some Black folks online inviting him to the cookout!
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How to Show Up For Someone Who Is Grieving This Holiday Season
Here are a few practical ways to let someone know you’re there for them when they're managing grief during the holidays
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From Chicago to Decatur, These Cities Are Now One Step Closer to Reparations
Outside of just Maryland, there are plenty of cities around the country dedicated to delivering reparations to the descendants of slavery.
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‘Love Island USA’ Fans Are Losing Their Minds Over Nicolandria’s Viral Holiday Magazine Spread!
"Love Island USA" Season 7 "it-couple" Nic and Olandria just broke the internet with a fire holiday cover shoot for Glamour magazine.
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With ‘A Different World’ Coming Back, Here Are Some Other Beloved Black Sitcom ‘Sequels’
"A Different World" is far from the only beloved Black sitcom to get a "sequel" show. Here are a few others!
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Folks Online Are Clowning Kai Cenat For Reading ‘Atomic Habits’ But Here’s Why They Need to Stop
The internet is clowning Kai Cenat for reading "Atomic Habits," but they shouldn't be. Here's why!
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Elon Musk Made $178 Billion in Two Days — Here’s What That Money Could Do for America
Musk’s payday highlights just how much a single fortune could impact millions of Americans — if only it were put to good use.
