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Issa Rae has launched a new collection of sneakers with inspirational messages.  Called “Issa Rae By You,” the 36-year-old partnered with artist Nick Fulcher for the brand’s popular Chuck 70s. The shoes include inspirational phrases like “Run With It,” “Celebrate the Wins,” “Do It All,” and “Walking in Your Purpose.” …

Screenshot: Justice for Lindani Myeni/ YouTube Last month, The Root reported that 29-year-old South African man Lindani Myeni was fatally shot by Honolulu, Hawaii, police officers after he removed his shoes and then entered the home of two tourists who then called the police even though he is seen on …

Naturi Naughton is coming to Phylicia Rashad’s defense over her recent celebration of Bill Cosby’s release from prison. Taking to her Instagram Story on Monday (July 5), the 3LW singer wrote, “Why are Black People so quick to #Cancel each other!” Naughton went on to say that she sides with …

On Tuesday, January 28, President Obama will address the nation with his annual speech on the current state of affairs in the country. BET News will provide a candid analysis of the Address via a live video stream, hosted by journalist Marc Lamont Hill. In addition, BET.com’s White House correspondent …

The BET Awards ’12, the hottest show on TV is set to turn up the heat to blazin’ with their TOO hot to miss post-show party! Media aficionado Big Tigger and The Game star Wendy Raquel Robinson are set to co-host, and with this sexy duo we are sure to be blown away! …

Hollywood creative Issa Rae has unveiled a new collection of sneakers in collaboration with Converse. The 36-year-old writer, actress, and producer is taking her creativity to the next level with her inspirational footwear. “It was all about empowering the next generation to get up and DO what it is they …

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick speaks after Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the reopening of more Texas businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic at a press conference at the Texas State Capitol in Austin on Monday, May 18, 2020.Photo: Lynda M. Gonzalez (Getty Images) At this point, we really don’t need …

Bill Cosby supported his former co-star Phylicia Rashad after Howard University, where she’s a dean of fine arts, disavowed her tweet celebrating his release from prison for sexual assault. “Howard University you must support ones Freedom of Speech (Ms. Rashad), which is taught or suppose to be taught everyday at …

Bill Cosby had a few words for Howard University after the HBCU publicly reprimanded his “TV wife” Phylicia Rashad for supporting his abrupt prison release, Deadline reports. “Howard University you must support ones Freedom of Speech (Ms. Rashad), which is taught or suppose to be taught everyday at that renowned …

Photo: Eva Marie Uzcategui (Getty Images) Before I even start, I know what some of you are going to say: “Donald Trump isn’t even president anymore, so why are you still reporting on him?” And you’re right—outside of rumblings of the possibility that Trump will put America through a whole …