Anok Yai Returns To Howard University, Gayle King Breaks Her Silence On Ta-Nehisi Coates, Venus Williams Vents About Being Mistaken For Serena, Why Black Folks Give Halloween The Side-Eye And More

Anok Yai made her grand return to Howard this weekend, taking part in the school’s 100th anniversary celebration. In fact, the supermodel was seen all over social media over the weekend after descending upon one of the top HBCUs in the nation. - Jared Alexander Read More

Howard University’s (HU) Homecoming is officially over, but like many Homecoming goers, The Root is still recovering from all the spectacular madness and unexpected surprises. This year’s HU Fashion Show was one for the books. With a theme of “The Centennial,” students “drew inspiration from Afrofuturism while paying homage to the University’s legacy as a hub of cultural evolution and innovation,” according to The Dig. - Phenix S Halley Read More

Last month, an intense interview between “CBS Mornings” co-anchor Tony Dokoupil and author Ta-Nehisi Coates went viral after the two sparred over Coates’ perspective in his latest book “The Message.” - Candace McDuffie Read More

Though she turned pro and gained popularity first, Venus Williams has had to deal with occasionally being in the shadow of her record-breaking sister, Serena Williams. Their careers are forever linked, as they played in several Grand Slam finals against each other and won 14 women’s doubles titles as partners. - Stephanie Holland Read More

Halloween season is not embraced by errybody. Though, Black people have their own reserves as to why they don’t rock with the spooky holiday.

Growing up in a traditional, Black and most likely religious household meant Halloween was not the most popular holiday. One of the most common reasons as to why you won’t see a Black home’s porch light on the night of October 31st is because they believe the celebration of witches, skeletons and ghosts is a breeding ground for demonic activity. It’s not always about spirituality, though. - Kalyn Womack Read More

Football is one of America’s beloved past times, and better believe we love it even more at our Historically Black Universities and Colleges (HBCUs). As Homecoming season continues with amazing guests, lively entertainment, and of course, tons of HBCU love and pride, The Root just had to recap all football fun you may or may not have seen yet. - Phenix S Halley Read More

LeBron James and his son Bronny James made history Tuesday night when they became the first father and son to play together in the NBA. They helped power the Los Angeles Lakers to a 110-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Truthfully, LeBron helped them get the win with 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Bronny didn’t score, going 0-2. - Stephanie Holland Read More

Drag queen and television host RuPaul is known for putting on a fabulous show. So when he opened up the Beverly Hills home he shares with his husband Georges LeBar to the folks at Architectural Digest, we couldn’t wait to go inside. - Angela Johnson Read More