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Rihanna made her first public appearance since giving birth to her third child with A$AP Rocky. The “Diamonds” singer was seen in West Hollywood, California, on Friday night, attending Rocky’s 37th birthday celebration. She wore a black leather bomber jacket paired with black pants featuring feathered hems, along with matching heels and sunglasses. The Savage X Fenty founder […]

Sean “Diddy” Combs has been sentenced to 50 months in federal prison following his conviction on prostitution-related charges. The 55-year-old Bad Boy Records founder was convicted under the Mann Act, a federal law prohibiting the transportation of individuals across state lines for prostitution. While jurors acquitted Combs of more serious charges — including racketeering and sex trafficking […]

A recent conversation about sonic identity in hip-hop has turned attention toward accents, placing Sean Paul and Drake at the center of debate. While Sean Paul critiqued Drake’s attempt at a Jamaican inflection, he acknowledged that his own North American cadence could face similar scrutiny. His comments, delivered with a wry sense of humor, illuminate ongoing discussions about authenticity, […]

Tyrese Gibson is facing legal trouble in Atlanta after being arrested early Friday, October 3rd, on a misdemeanor animal cruelty charge. Jail records from Fulton County show the actor and singer was booked just before 6 a.m. and later released after paying a $20,000 bond. The case stems from a violent incident that happened on September […]

Jay-Z’s vision for a Caesars Palace casino in Times Square hit a major setback. The hip hop mogul and Roc Nation joined forces with SL Green Realty Corporation, Caesars Entertainment, and Live Nation in hopes of bringing a gambling destination to the heart of New York City. On September 17th, a community advisory committee blocked the […]

Cardi B’s new album, Am I The Drama?, arrived with enormous expectations. It immediately delivered, earning platinum status on the day of its release. The certification reflects not only her commercial pull but also the anticipation built on the breakout success of earlier singles like “Up” and “WAP.” Tracks such as “Bodega Baddie” have already caught […]

Earlier this week, Atlanta’s Live 5 News reported that after a nearly two-month investigation, an arrest has been made in connection with the theft of Beyoncé’s hard drives. According to police officials, the alleged thief, Kelvin Evans, had been serving time in jail regarding a parole violation. Since being linked with the alleged theft, Evans now faces […]

Doja Cat recently sat down with CBS News Sunday Morning to discuss her forthcoming album, Vie. The project is a follow-up to her 2023 project, Scarlet, and is set to release on Friday, Sept.26. Despite multiple Grammy awards and hit singles, Doja Cat reveals there were many moments when she doubted herself. However, that is no longer the case. […]

Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr., two of the most iconic names in boxing history, are set to share the ring in an exhibition bout scheduled for spring 2026. The event, promoted globally by CSI Sports/Fight Sports, has already become one of the sport’s most talked-about announcements, even as details remain under wraps. View this post on […]

Tyrese is no stranger to controversy, but his latest remarks about R. Kelly have placed him squarely in the middle of another viral moment. During a recent performance in Chicago, the Grammy-nominated singer and actor stopped mid-show to deliver a statement that quickly reverberated across social media. “I know the city I’m in. I’ma say it again. Feel […]


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