Yiannopoulos previously served as Ye’s chief of staff and said earlier this month that he was back working for the rapper following his deportation to the United Kingdom. The former Ye executive made headlines in late August for reportedly being detained at an ICE detention center. ICE announced his arrest via X, and shared his mugshot with the caption “an illegal alien from the United Kingdom.”

Campbell claims Yiannopoulos has been spending money at London luxury department store Harrods instead of satisfying his court-ordered obligations. He is also asking the court to act quickly, alleging that Yiannopoulos could otherwise move assets offshore or further cut financial ties with the United States. Those claims have not been established as fact by the court.

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The former couple’s split has already become contentious. Both men have accused the other of verbal abuse, while Campbell has also accused Yiannopoulos of repeatedly using racial slurs. Yiannopoulos previously disputed some alleged text messages submitted in the case, calling them fabricated.

TMZ also reported that they reached out to Yiannopoulos about Campbell’s latest request. His response was brief and characteristically combative: “But from the bottom of my heart, f**k you.”

For now, Campbell is asking the court to intervene directly in Yiannopoulos’ income stream. Whether that ultimately includes money coming from Yeezy will be up to the judge. Stay tuned as this story continues to develop.

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In a new video, Boosie defended his decision to hire the lobbyists after he says people were in his DMs saying it was illegal. Boosie explained that paying someone to advocate for a pardon isn’t the same as paying the president for one.

“I ain’t do nothing illegal,” he said. “What’s illegal is when you take the funds and just stick them in your pocket and you don’t do nothing with the funds.”

Based on the facts currently reported, simply hiring and paying lobbyists to advocate for a presidential pardon is not, by itself, illegal. That part of Boosie’s statement is broadly correct.

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Boosie Argues He’s Within Reason

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Boosie Badazz found himself at the center of a surprising political story this week after details emerged about the $600,000 he paid Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman to help secure a presidential pardon. The two conservative political operatives, who have previously been convicted on fraud-related charges, allegedly agreed to lobby on Boosie’s behalf for a pardon from President Donald Trump.

According to the reported agreement, they had until January 31, 2026, to deliver. Months later, Boosie still hasn’t received a pardon and is now seeking the return of $300,000. He has also accused Wohl and Burkman of exaggerating their connections to powerful political figures who they claimed could help his case. More recently, the Baton Rouge rapper shared alleged messages between himself and the pair as he publicly questioned whether those connections ever existed.

Burkman and Wohl, meanwhile, have denied wrongdoing. The dispute remains unresolved, meaning Boosie’s accusations against the pair are still allegations rather than established findings of fraud.

For Boosie, though, the distinction is clear. He maintains that hiring lobbyists wasn’t the problem. His issue is what he claims happened to his money after he hired them.

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“Liberty” comes covered in weathered copper green throughout the upper. Black hits the Curry logos, while metallic gold takes over the Way of Wade branding on the side panel. “Obsidian” flips that formula, using a marbled black base with teal accents on the Steph logos and shiny metallic silver replacing the gold detailing.

Both pairs are built on the Way of Wade 12 platform rather than a brand-new Curry signature model. That shoe already carries a strong reputation on-court, known for its bouncy Super Boom cushioning and reliable traction. This pack simply reworks that existing shoe with Curry-specific colors and branding.

These releases follow Curry’s move to Li-Ning earlier this year after a stretch of sneaker free agency. He spent time testing shoes across multiple brands before landing this new partnership. The Curry Moment Pack marks an early chapter in that new chapter with Li-Ning.

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Way Of Wade Curry Moment Pack

Both colorways carry symbolic meaning tied to Dwyane Wade’s career. “Liberty” nods to the moment Wade got drafted by the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden back in 2003. Further, the name represents ambition and the idea that greatness can truly begin from anywhere.

“Obsidian” draws its inspiration from the volcanic glass itself, known for forming under extreme pressure. Also that concept lines up well with Curry’s own reputation for composure and precision under pressure throughout his career.

Pairing Curry with Wade’s signature shoe line makes sense given how much both players have meant to modern basketball. Curry’s move to Li-Ning gives him a fresh platform to build out that identity further. With only 200 pairs of each colorway available, these are expected to move fast once they go live.

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This isn’t the only personal gesture Drake’s made public recently either. He just dropped “FOMO,” a nearly hour-long short film. In that, he gave fans a look inside his personal collection of jewelry, watches, and cars. Gifting custom pieces like these pink pendants fits that same pattern of Drake showing off. It’s certainly a display of his astronomical wealth, but also shows how he cares for those around him.

The pendant appears to be a custom take on OVO’s usual owl branding, which typically shows up in gold, silver, or black. Swapping in pink gives the piece a much bolder, more personalized look. Both women were seen wearing theirs on-body shortly after receiving them.

There’s no confirmed retail version of this pink OVO pendant, and it appears to be a one-off custom piece rather than something available to purchase.

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Drake’s OVO Pendant Gifts

The OVO owl has become one of the most recognizable logos in hip-hop merchandising since the brand’s launch. Over the years, it’s appeared across countless colorways and materials. From simple embroidered patches all the way to fully iced-out custom pieces like this one.

That logo carries even more weight now given OVO’s recent business news. Authentic Brands Group just picked up a 51% majority stake in the brand’s intellectual property, with Drake staying on with a 44% stake and creative control. That deal is pushing OVO toward a much bigger retail future.

Against that backdrop, a personal gift like this pink pendant reads differently. Even as OVO scales into something much larger commercially, Drake handing out custom pieces to friends keeps that personal, hands-on side of the brand visible. Whether this pink colorway ever becomes more than a one-off gift remains to be seen.

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This marks a return rather than a brand-new relationship. Nike outfitted Miami from 1987 through 2015, covering some of the program’s biggest football seasons. The Hurricanes then switched to Adidas in 2015, signing a 12-year deal that’s set to wrap up next summer.

Miami reportedly found itself in a strong negotiating position heading into this decision. The Hurricanes’ recent national championship appearance, paired with other big-name programs locking in major apparel deals this year, gave Miami real leverage. Adidas was given a chance to match Nike’s offer but ultimately came up short.

The new deal is expected to pay Miami more than $20 million annually, with roughly two-thirds coming in cash. That’s a significant jump from the $6.5 million a year Miami currently earns through Adidas.

Miami-based sneaker shop SoleFly has already confirmed a new Air Jordan 4 collaboration is in the works, though it’s unclear if it’s tied directly to this Nike deal.

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Miami Hurricanes x Nike

This deal fits into a bigger wave of major programs switching apparel brands lately. Penn State and Tennessee both signed large new deals with Adidas earlier this year, which reportedly helped set the market Miami used to its advantage.

Nike returning to Miami also reopens the door for more Jordan Brand activity tied to the school. SoleFly’s confirmed Air Jordan 4 project adds fuel to that idea, even without confirmation it’s connected to the university itself. Given Miami’s deep sneaker culture, a switch like this could lead to plenty of new player-exclusive footwear down the line.

For now, the Hurricanes stay in Adidas gear through their current contract. Once Nike officially takes over, don’t be surprised if this partnership brings a noticeable shift to Miami’s sneaker presence both on and off the field.

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The blowup came after Spears repeatedly pressed Vlad on grievances that extended far beyond the pay dispute that initially fractured their relationship. At one point, Spears asked whether Vlad considered himself a “culture vulture,” opening another argument about Vlad’s relationship to Hip Hop and the criticism he has received for building a business around interviews with Black artists and entertainers.

Vlad rejected the characterization, but the exchange became increasingly combative as both men talked over each other and returned to old insults. Spears also confronted him over a “Kung Fu Panda” joke Vlad made during their feud, growing visibly angry as the conversation shifted from business disagreements to how Vlad had publicly spoken about him. That proved to be one grievance too many. With co-host Andy Steinberg attempting to mediate, Spears eventually told Vlad to leave.

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Their Business Disagreement Quickly Turned Personal

The tension was present almost immediately. Early in the episode, Spears asked whether Vlad had ever considered him a friend. Vlad said he viewed their relationship as friendly but primarily professional, while Spears reminded him that he had previously used the word “friend” to describe their connection.

Their dispute originally surfaced after Spears requested a higher fee for his VladTV appearances. Around five minutes into the new conversation, the two revisited that negotiation, including Vlad comparing Spears’s interview numbers with Boosie Badazz’s. Vlad later pulled up their April 18 text messages as they argued over who first took the disagreement public.

Spears maintained that simply mentioning the money issue did not justify the criticism that followed. He accused Vlad of going on a campaign to “smear my name,” while Vlad argued that Spears made their private business disagreement public and opened himself up to a response.

Even after Spears kicked him out, the episode was not over. Vlad eventually returned to the studio, and the conversation resumed with the same underlying disagreements still unresolved. The pair managed to finish the nearly two-hour episode, but the temporary ejection made clear that sitting across from each other did not erase the anger that had accumulated since their partnership fell apart.

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“I just seen her husband in Paris, while I was with my husband,” Hernandez recalled. “He was like, ‘You’re Rihanna’s evil twin.’ I was like, ‘Me?! Why I gotta be the evil twin!’” Hernandez said the comment had her laughing more than anything else. “I was cracking up ‘cause I was like, why am I the evil twin,” she added.

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A$AP Rocky Told Joseline Rihanna Is A Fan

Rocky apparently had more to say than his playful comparison. According to Hernandez, the rapper told her that Rihanna has love for both her and her husband, Balistic Beats. “But no, he was actually saying that she love us, that she love me and my husband and she really f*ck with us and stuff like that,” Hernandez told Sharpe.

She placed the encounter around Paris Fashion Week last year, explaining that she was in the city for a performance when she and Balistic crossed paths with Rocky at their hotel. As for whether everyone making those Rihanna comparisons needs their eyes checked, Hernandez is not exactly rejecting the premise.

“People do say I look like her,” she said. “I think she’s gorgeous. We give some of the same vibes.”

The compliment seemingly goes both ways. While Hernandez did not claim a personal friendship with Rihanna, she left the conversation with Rocky believing the singer is familiar with her and Balistic and has some affection for the couple. The unanswered question is why Rocky decided Hernandez had to be the evil twin in the first place.

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When Lee asked whether the two artists still had a relationship, Leray answered, “No, I don’t think so.” That distance did not change how she spoke about Minaj. Leray said she remains a fan first and still has “a lot of love” for an artist she considers one of Hip Hop’s greats. “I truly got a lot of love for that woman, because I’m a fan, first, before anything,” Leray told Lee. “I don’t know her personally, but I have a lot of love for her because I’m a fan.”

Her frustration was less about people disagreeing with Minaj than what she sees as those controversies becoming the dominant way the rapper is discussed. Leray also referenced the criticism Minaj has faced during conflicts with other women in Rap, including Latto, and said watching those disputes overwhelm conversations about the music has made her reconsider what happens when artists she admires become defined by public backlash.

“I think she’s an icon, I think she’s still one of the greatest artists when it comes to Hip Hop,” Leray said.

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Minaj Has Publicly Embraced Trump

Politics have become a major part of the conversation surrounding Minaj in 2026. In January, she appeared alongside Trump during an event promoting his administration’s investment accounts for children. Reuters reported that Minaj endorsed the initiative and called herself the president’s “number-one fan,” adding that criticism would not change her support.

By May, Minaj was speaking openly about identifying with Trump’s political movement. In an interview titled “How Nicki Minaj Went MAGA,” TIME reported that Minaj said she had previously kept her support for Trump private because she expected backlash within the music industry. She also told the publication that she no longer wanted to hide those views.

Leray questioned how much that affiliation has come to dominate reactions to Minaj. “How are you gonna sit there and say you’re a fan and you love somebody so much, or you love the song, and the only thing you can think about is her sitting next to Trump?” she asked. “Since when was y’all into politics?”

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She then invoked Barack Obama while criticizing the amount of attention Minaj’s political choices receive. “I don’t even think Obama got that much press and that was our first Black president,” Leray said. The comparison was Leray’s own assessment of the attention surrounding Minaj and Trump.

The respect also has some history behind it. Leray and Minaj collaborated on “Blick Blick” in 2022, a record that nearly became collateral damage after Benzino prematurely revealed the collaboration. Complex reported at the time that Minaj initially pulled her verse, then changed her mind after a private conversation with Leray.

“You can’t take away or stop greatness,” Leray said.

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During a September 16 interview with MeidasTouch co-founder Ben Meiselas, Kaepernick said he believes the arrangement can be traced to a private 2017 meeting between NFL players, team owners and league officials. According to MeidasTouch, Kaepernick said owners were searching for someone who could help them publicly navigate the backlash surrounding players kneeling during the national anthem.

He specifically pointed to Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula and described Jay-Z’s place, saying, “We then see Jay-Z step into that role and effectively fill the void that the NFL owners were looking for, is that Black face to be able to subvert the protests.”

That is Kaepernick’s description of the conversation, not Pegula’s exact reported wording. When audio from the confidential meeting became public in 2018, Yahoo Sports reported that Pegula suggested the league needed “a face, as an African-American” who could appear in the media and give owners someone they could “fall in behind.”

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Jay-Z’s NFL Partnership Drew Immediate Backlash

Roc Nation entered its formal relationship with the league two years later. According to the NFL’s August 2019 announcement, Jay-Z’s company agreed to advise the league on live entertainment, including major performances such as the Super Bowl, and to work with its Inspire Change social justice initiative.

Kaepernick now argues that Jay-Z’s arrival gave owners the type of public representative they had discussed during the 2017 meeting. The partnership was controversial as soon as it was announced, especially because Kaepernick still hadn’t returned to an NFL roster. During the 2019 rollout, Jay-Z defended working with the league and said he believed the movement had reached a different stage. As The Washington Post reported at the time, Jay-Z said, “I think we’ve moved past kneeling. I think it’s time for action.”

Kaepernick has not played in an NFL game since the 2016 season. His renewed criticism of the Roc Nation partnership arrives as he promotes his memoir, The Perilous Fight, and revisits how the league responded to the protests that began a decade ago. In his telling, Jay-Z’s deal with the NFL cannot be separated from what owners were privately discussing before Roc Nation ever entered the picture.

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“Ebro, u were sitting next to me at dinner (not planned) and we were having a private conversation,” Cudi wrote on X. “I was being friendly cause u were sitting next to me. Not an interview.” Cudi accused Ebro of using the exchange to generate a story. “U are thirsty, and I think u speaking about our conversation publically is classless and I dont respect u any longer,” he continued. “I spoke to u thinking u really just wanted to talk. U just wanted a story.”

The rapper also said the experience changed how he plans to interact with journalists outside formal interviews. He singled out Zane Lowe while making his frustration with Ebro clear. “I learned a valuable lesson today, never talk to journalists unless its for a actual interview,” Cudi wrote. “Good thing Zane [Lowe] has a million times more class than you. None of what we talked about at Apple Park is a news clip. Ill just talk to him.”

He ended that message by asking Ebro not to discuss him publicly again.

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Kid Cudi And Ebro Darden Quickly Make Peace

The dispute arrived shortly after Cudi’s reconciliation with Ye became a topic of conversation among Ebro’s own co-hosts. Earlier this month, Peter Rosenberg criticized the enthusiastic reception Ye received during his Chicago shows, prompting Cudi to defend his decision to reconnect with his longtime collaborator. Cudi joined Ye onstage at Soldier Field on Sept. 4, marking their first performance together in years.

Cudi told Rosenberg at the time that Ye was “my brother” and pointed to nearly two decades of friendship between them. He also said he believed Ye’s apology to him was sincere. Meanwhile, whatever anger Cudi had toward Ebro did not last long. Soon after posting his criticism, he returned to X with an update that the two had spoken directly.

“Ebro just apologized sincerely and I accept it,” Cudi wrote. “All good now. Enjoy yall day!! ” Cudi did not elaborate on their conversation or say whether Ebro would address the misunderstanding publicly.

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