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Pop Culture Rihanna Laughs At Jerrod Carmichael's Album Delay Approval He may want her to take her time but the Navy has grown restless. By Erika Marie January 11, 2023
Music Sean Paul Calls For Help After Hurricane Melissa Destroys Parts Of Jamaica Sean Paul will personally match every dollar donated to Food for the Poor Jamaica, up to $50,000. By Tallie Spencer October 30, 2025
Music Lil Wayne & Ludacris To Headline Kevin Hart's Upcoming Festival Wayne and Luda will be in Las Vegas this Labor Day weekend. By Devin Morton July 15, 2024
Music Nicki Minaj's Sister Ming Li Labels Remy Ma & Lil Kim Overrated Ming Li has been going viral on social media in recent days for candidly calling out several iconic artists. By Cole Blake August 29, 2025
Music The Weeknd Breaks His Own Spotify Record And Creates New Ones The only person who can beat The Weeknd is The Weeknd. By Gabriel Bras Nevares October 13, 2024
Relationships Big Sean & Jhene Aiko's Son Celebrates First Birthday, Proud Parents Mark Occasion With Emotional IG Posts The family seemingly visited the zoo to celebrate. By Ben Mock November 11, 2023
Music Diddy Pleads Not Guilty To Forced Labor Allegations At Arraignment Earlier this month, Diddy was hit with a superseding indictment including new allegations of forced labor. By Caroline Fisher March 14, 2025
Music NY Lawmakers Want To Restrict The Use Of Rap Lyrics As Evidence In Court The "Rap Music On Trial" legislation is intended to protect First Amendment rights and prevent prosecutors from using artistic expression as evidence in criminal trials. By Aron A. November 22, 2021
Music Cardi B Celebrates BET Awards Win With A Rendition Of Drake's "Janice STFU" Cardi B was a winner at the BET Awards on Sunday, and after the show, she was spotted on a livestream singing Drake's latest smash single. By Alexander Cole June 29, 2026
Politics Lil Yachty Calls Black Lives Matter A "Scam" In Controversial Interview Moment Lil Yachty recently appeared on the "Feeding Starving Celebrities" YouTube cooking show with Quenlin Blackwell. By Gabriel Bras Nevares March 13, 2025
Music SZA, 2 Chainz, Young Thug & More To Perform At Trillectro Music Festival The Trillectro Music Festival makes its grand return with some big headliners. By Matthew Parizot June 19, 2018
Music Malik Yusef Announces "808s & Heartbreak" Tribute Tour Kanye West will not be taking part, however. By Alex Zidel November 28, 2018