CAREER & FINANCE
MONEY
Teaching Black Kids About Money at Every Age
Every tap-to-pay transaction, $3 ATM fee, and cash-stuffed birthday card is an opportunity to prepare your child for the financial realities of adulthood. With October marking Financial Planning Month, financial education for teens and young adults is top of mind. The Root spoke with Crawford Mickey McGill, CEO of Houston-based Reveal Wealth Strategies, about how parents can share money lessons with kids of all ages. His top takeaway? Parents don't need to have all the answers to start teaching—they just need to be willing to talk about it.
MONEY
Jay-Z Investment Firm 50 Percent Stake Rihanna Fenty Beauty Deal 2026
In a move that underscores the growing intersection of music, fashion, and finance within Black entrepreneurship, Jay-Z's investment firm is nearing a deal to acquire a 50 percent stake in Rihanna's Fenty Beauty empire. The potential partnership reflects a broader strategy of consolidating wealth and influence across luxury sectors.
MONEY
Malcolm-Jamal Warner Prenup Lawsuit: Widow Demands $1.2M
The widow of Malcolm-Jamal Warner is suing his mother to recover at least $1.2 million from a family trust, claiming he failed to honor their prenuptial agreement
CAREER & FINANCE
Black Women: Economic Dignity Priority
Black women in Mississippi have long understood what it takes to create systems that work for everyone. A recent survey shows ninety percent of respondents say economic conditions are worsening, with more than half reporting their income cannot keep pace with rising costs. They are not asking for extravagance but for breathing room and policies that help them live with dignity while caring for their families. The data reveals that having enough money to live comfortably matters more for joy than success, representing peace of mind rather than status. When Black women thrive, they lift others as they climb.
CAREER & FINANCE
Black Family Withdraws $1 Million Endowment From UNC Wilmington
A prominent Black family in North Carolina withdraws $1M endowment from UNC Wilmington after refusing to alter scholarship mission to comply with new equality policy.
FASHION
Gala Glam: 15% Pledge’s Best Looks
The intersection of high fashion and hard-hitting advocacy has never looked quite this good. The Fifteen Percent Pledge Gala is a call to action, urging major retailers to dedicate at least 15 percent of their shelf space to Black-owned businesses.
MONEY
Kai Cenat Meets In Lagos: $5M School Project
Global streamer Kai Cenat met with Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to solidify his $5 million education project. The initiative, aimed at underprivileged children from Makoko, will see a new school constructed in the more accessible Yaba district.
MONEY
CU Boulder CAAAS Scores $2M Pledge
The Center for African and African American Studies at CU Boulder has received a transformative $2 million pledge. The funding from university leadership ensures the center can continue its vital work in research, community building, and student support.
MONEY
Giancarlo Esposito Calls for Revolution Against “Rich Old White Men”
Giancarlo Esposito ignites Hollywood with a fiery speech calling for a revolution against the "very rich old white men" controlling the industry. Read the full breakdown of his powerful call to action.
ADVICE
Become In Control Of Your Mind
Mind games at work? People on ya nerves? No one can ever control you if you learn these 34 psychology tricks. Which one do you think is the most useful?
MONEY
Alonzo Brock Launches KCETV: New Streaming Network for Independent Artists
Black entrepreneur Alonzo Brock shakes up the industry with KCETV, a new streaming platform dedicated to independent filmmakers, musicians, and comedians.