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The Root Interview: Singer Buika On Growing Up Black in Spain
The Afro-Spanish singer talks to The Root about her U.S. concert tour, feeling like an outsider in the land of her birth, impersonating Tina Turner and why she finally left Spain for Miami.
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The Other Blind Sides
From our sister site Slate.com: The Michael Oher story, about a black athlete being taken in by a white family, may have been amazing. Was it unique?
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Mad at <em>Mad Men</em>
The creators of Mad Men get so many things right in this period television series. Too bad they get black women so wrong.
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White House Stands by Black Bloggers
From Journal-isms: Online "summit" attendees were accused of breaking the rules, but the White House does not believe the ground rules for Monday's session were broken.
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GALLERY: Looking Back on the Million Man March
Fifteen years ago, hundreds of thousands of men descended upon the nation's capital for the Million Man March. Take a look back at that historic -- and controversial -- day in photos.
Plus: How the Million Man March failed to take the next step.
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Art of the African Diaspora Comes to Paris
When it comes to African art, the French have always veered toward old-school, artisanal fare. Now, in the largest auction of art from the Diaspora, French art collectors will get a chance to see (and buy) the very best in contemporary African art.
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GALLERY: Contemporary African Artists Get Center Stage
Europeans embraced traditional African art early, but they have been cool to modern-day creations. An unprecedented auction in Paris on Oct. 24 could change minds -- and lift prices.
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Meet The Root 100, 2010 Edition
The Root unveils its latest list of young African-American pace setters and game changers. LeBron and Wyclef made the list this year; so did Ayanna and Kendrick. Find out who else.
Five Young Black Writers You Should Be Reading Now
Quality African-American literature is alive and well. The Root talks to the best of a hot new wave.
Danielle Evans, an Author Straddling Racial Divides
She says many of her characters in Before You Suffocate Your Own Fool Self are outsiders wrestling with race and its legacy in the so-called post-racial era.
Nobody Wants a Dull Obama Presidency
The president's revealing magazine interview this week highlights an administration at the crossroads. But two more years of indecision and low energy will not be good for either major political party.
Now at Bat for D.C.'s Students: Kaya Henderson
Just after replacing the controversial Michelle Rhee, the interim chief of D.C. Public Schools shared her thoughts with The Root about the fate of fired teachers, reaching out to black parents and Waiting for Superman.
Can a 'Mean Girl' Be a Morehouse Man?
Despite the college's reaction to a Vibe article, some people believe you can be a Morehouse man in high heels (or a do-rag).
Morehouse's Dress Code: Anything Goes, But Not Everywhere
There's nothing unfair about Morehouse's dress code, but the furor surrounding a group of gay students at the school shows that many blacks have a long way to go toward accepting the LGBT community.
Tough Questions for Obama During Youth Town Hall
Forget the adulation of '08; this diverse crowd of young potential voters voiced their concerns about the economy, gay rights, black incarceration and more. The Root's Cord Jefferson went to find out if they were buying the president's answers.
Single-Minded: On Turning the Big 3-0
Helena Andrews wants to know: What's the big deal, anyway?
The Tiny Record Empire in Cleveland
Thomas Boddie never had aspirations to build another Motown, but the legacy left in his sealed-up studio is an important piece of musical history.
Why Obama Needs a Chilean Mine Rescue
Part of the president's job is getting out the good news. So far he hasn't done it enough.
Marsalis' Lincoln Center Orchestra in Cuba: More Politics Than Music?
Wynton Marsalis' Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra was in Cuba last week as part of a cultural exchange that continues over the next few weeks in the U.S. But have politics overshadowed the musical motivation?
The Root Interview: Choreographer Ralph Lemon on Liberation
The modern-dance dancer, choreographer and filmmaker talks to The Root about his five-part, multidisciplinary dance piece, How Can You Stay in the House All Day and Not Go Anywhere. Catch it while you can.
Why This FAMU Freshman Chose an HBCU Over Harvard
Brilliant 16-year-old Ralph Jones Jr., who had his pick of colleges and went with Florida A&M University, chatted with The Root about why he chose a historically black school over an Ivy League, and the negative attention he's getting for his decision.
The Root Interview: Antoine Dodson
Antoine Dodson, concerned brother and YouTube sensation, talks to The Root about his BET Hip Hop Awards performance, sex crimes in black communities and his thoughts on Bishop Eddie Long's accusers.
Survey: A Troubling Number of Military Personnel Are in Debt
Military personnel and spouses generally have more credit card debt than civilians do, reports The Washington Post's Michelle Singletary. Find out how that might affect military readiness.
Can Obama Deliver the Black Vote?
The response that the president gets from black voters may determine the outcome of some of November's key races, says The Washington Post's Eugene Robinson.
Empty Seat Next to Me? I Wish!
Says John McWhorter: Some black people report that they encounter racism all the time. Some of us have a different experience.
Mel Edwards and His Magical Metal Sculptures
The sculptor's latest show reminds us of his remarkable ability to evoke the past by melding modern iron and steel objects.
Elizabeth Alexander and a Freed Slave's Journey of a Lifetime
In this second excerpt from Henry Louis Gates Jr.'s book Faces of America, The Root's editor-in-chief details the research into writer Elizabeth Alexander's slave ancestry -- outside the U.S.
Caste Football Takes Up the Cause of White Athletes
The folks behind this website argue that whites are shut out of key positions in sports. Sound familiar?
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Black Voters Could Make the Difference
A study shows that a large turnout by African Americans in the November elections could help President Obama keep control of Congress.
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Black and Latino Single Moms Have Median Wealth of Zero
Most average Americans have seen their bank accounts suffer during the recession, but were single mothers of color hit the hardest?
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Jackson Brother Mad About Oprah Winfrey Interview
Randy Jackson is angry that Oprah Winfrey filmed an interview in the Jackson home, taking to Twitter to complain that she's the "last person on earth" Michael Jackson would want around his children.
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Prince Announces 'Welcome 2 America' Tour
The music legend offered few details about the tour, but he will be joined by some special guests.
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New Birth Missionary Baptist Church Sued for Sexual Harassment
A female employee filed a lawsuit this week against Bishop Eddie Long's church claiming that another employee harassed her and retaliated when she tried to report him.
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VIDEO: Pandemonium on the Set of 'The View' Over Bill O'Reilly
Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar actually walked off their own set in anger over the right-wing TV host's comments. Guess how Barbara Walters took it.
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Obama's Youth Town Hall on BET, MTV and CMT
The president addressed a live audience of young voters this afternoon. Did you see it? Can he bring young people out to the polls in November?
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Tommie Smith to Sell 1968 Gold Medal
The gold medal won during the famous black protest at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics is up for auction.
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'No More Down Low' Series Seeks to Dispel Myths
New Web series launched on National Coming Out Day.
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Alvin Greene Doesn't Impress in Latest Interview
On MSNBC's The Last Word, the South Carolina senatorial candidate fails to plead his case.
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Michelle Rhee Steps Down at D.C. Schools
The outgoing chancellor will be replaced by her top deputy.
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VIDEO: Sesame Street Tells Girls to Love Their Hair
Children's show creates hair anthem for young black girls.
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Essence.com Uses First Lesbian Couple in Wedding Feature
The couple's story is told through photos on the magazine's website.
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Looking Back on the Million Man March
It's the 15th anniversary of the Million Man March tomorrow. How far have we come?
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Michelle Obama: Democrats' Secret Weapon?
Michelle Obama will campaign for seven Senate candidates over the next two weeks.
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Eminem: I Was Called Misogynistic, Homophobic Because I'm White
White rapper wonders whether he was singled out over objectionable content in his music because of the color of his skin.
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Obama Uses Pocket Veto on Bill That Could Make Home Foreclosures Easier
President Barack Obama refuses to sign a bill that may do harm to some homeowners.
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Star Jones and La Toya Jackson Join Celebrity Apprentice
Star Jones and La Toya Jackson are hired as Celebrity Apprentice cast members.
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Angie Martinez Launches New Online Charity
The "Voice of New York" merges celebrity and charity for cancer research.
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Sudan on Brink of New Civil War
President Omar al-Bashir accuses the south of "reneging" on peace agreement.