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Politics Donald Trump Gushes Over Nicki Minaj’s “Beautiful” Skin & Nails During a Black History Month event at the White House today, Donald Trump showered Nicki Minaj with compliments. By Caroline Fisher February 18, 2026
Music GloRilla Joins Cardi B Onstage At Los Angeles “Little Miss Drama” Tour Stop Cardi B recently surprised fans with a very special guest during her tour in support of her sophomore album, "Am I The Drama?" By Caroline Fisher February 16, 2026
Music Judge In Lil Durk Trial Hands Down Ruling On Lyrics & Videos As Evidence Lil Durk and his lawyers argued against the use of songs, lyrics, and music videos as evidence in his murder-for-hire trial. By Gabriel Bras Nevares February 14, 2026
Music Cardi B Blames "The Government" For Comical Onstage Mishap During Tour Considering Cardi B's recent online clash with the United States Department of Homeland Security, maybe this joke is deeper than fans think. By Gabriel Bras Nevares February 14, 2026
Music Meek Mill Praised As One Of The Greatest After Dropping “Nightmares To Dreams” The Internet is finally siding with Meek Mill. By Aron A. July 31, 2026
Music Tory Lanez’s Prison Stabbing Lawsuit Faces Challenge As California Seeks To Dismiss Federal Complaint California challenges the case with immunity arguments in federal court. By Aron A. July 30, 2026
Music Tony Yayo Says Rick Ross’ Career Over After Selling Less Than Tory Lanez Rick Ross's album "Set In Stone" didn't crack the top 20 on the Billboard 200. By Aron A. July 30, 2026
Music Cardi B Gives Release Date For New Single 'Ah Ha' After Teasing Preview A preview that had fans talking is now getting an official release, as Cardi B prepares for the arrival of "Ah Ha." By Erika Marie July 29, 2026
Music Afroman Celebrates Birthday By Suing Cop Who Accused Him Of Defamation Afroman's legal battle against Ohio police is back on as he looks to sue one of the men who originally sued him for defamation. By Alexander Cole July 29, 2026
Music Ariana Grande Sues Alleged Hackers Over Leaked Music & Private Content Legal action from Ariana Grande aims to identify the people she says hacked her collaborators and leaked unreleased music. By Erika Marie July 28, 2026
Sports Claressa Shields Claims She Doesn't Know Remy Ma's Songs After showing off her rap skills with a freestyle, Claressa Shields was asked about Remy Ma's music and gave a surprising response. By Erika Marie July 27, 2026
Music Clayton Howard Claims Against Diddy Survive, But Not Against Cassie The alleged "freak-off" sex worker must sharpen his claims against Cassie or risk dismissal, although Diddy is still his main target. By Gabriel Bras Nevares July 26, 2026