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HBCU Fashion Inspo for Homecoming | The Root
Homecoming season at historically Black colleges and universities is right around the corner, which means it's time for football, tailgates, reunions and some serious outfits. HBCU homecoming is just as much about the outfits as it is about the football. The campus becomes a runway, with students and alumni bringing their best looks while repping their schools. Think bold colors, denim, Greek paraphernalia, sneakers, accessories and plenty of personality.
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Black Icons Who Paved the Way for Tomorrow
Being a legend is more than a title; it's about building an imprint through work that influences future generations. From Denzel Washington to Janet Jackson, Black entertainment has produced a class of icons whose careers have shaped the culture. Now, a new generation is following their blueprint.
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Black Woman’s 5 Life Rules at 108
Susan Young Browne of Delaware has lived through the Civil Rights Movement, the invention of the internet and more. At 108, she's showing no signs of slowing down. As a fiercely independent woman who lives alone, Browne knows a thing or two about life, and she's sharing her five rules for living a long, fulfilling one.
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Tyra Banks Magazine Cover History: From ELLE to Vogue Evolution
Trace the iconic Tyra Banks magazine cover history, from her barrier-breaking ELLE debut to becoming a Vogue legend. See how she changed fashion forever.
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Viral ‘Black Girl Braids’ Poet
Philadelphia actor and poet Jaylene Clark Owens has released her children’s book, A Black Girl and Her Braids. Adapted from her viral poem, the book celebrates the beauty, cultural connection, and enduring strength found in Black girls and their braids.
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NLE Choppa Diss Track: Inspired by Dream About NBA Youngboy
nle choppa is letting folks know that his new diss track aimed at nba youngboy didn’t come from hate, it came from something way deeper. the memphis rapper recently told rolling stone that his song “ko” was sparked by a dream so vivid, he had to pray on it.
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Javits Frimpong: A Stolen Dream at 15 | The Root
The pages of Javits Frimpong's diary include the dreams of a 15-year-old boy who believed he had his whole life ahead of him. But one year after arriving in the United States from Ghana, he was shot and killed on his way to school in New York City. Now, those journal entries are a heartbreaking reminder of everything he never got to experience.
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Wu-Tang Clan’s Rock Hall Honor: ODB’s Family Reacts
Ol' Dirty Bastard won't be there to celebrate Wu-Tang Clan's induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this weekend, but his family is making sure the late rapper gets his moment in the spotlight. Young Dirty Bastard will perform in his father's place alongside the legendary hip-hop group. Icelene, ODB's widow, is honored to represent her late husband and believes he would've been proud of the recognition.
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Alicia Keys on Vogue Italia October 2026
Alicia Keys for Vogue Italia. Hair by Chuckie Love Hair. Set Design Assistant Dari One. Production Assistant Summer. A stunning cover feature showcasing the iconic artist's elegance and style.
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Blueface Declares Chrisean Rock Up for Adoption
Blueface isn't looking to give his relationship with Chrisean Rock another chance after their latest reconciliation lasted only approximately 20 days. The rapper discussed their public breakup during a livestream, saying that although Rock tried to make things work, he ultimately decided they weren't compatible.
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Mississippi’s Fight for Black Political Power
In 1870, a Mississippi crowd watched Hiram Revels walk onto the floor of the United States Senate as the first Black person to serve in Congress. Nearly a century later, Fannie Lou Hamer sat before a national television audience in Atlantic City, describing the beatings she endured while trying to register to vote in the same state. Now, in 2026, Scott Colom made history as the first Black person elected to represent Mississippi in the Senate since Reconstruction.