Nas and DJ Premier have been hinting at working on a collaborative project for well over a decade at this point. Speaking with Rolling Stone, back in October, Nas confirmed that a couple of the ideas they had during previous attempts to get the project to come to fruition will appear on Light-Years. “I’m going to say at least two of those ideas happened on this album. We didn’t get a chance to do ’em when we were talking about ’em, but we finally got a chance to put those recordings together this year,” he said.

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Nas & DJ Premier “Light-Years” Release Date

Light-Years will mark the conclusion of Nas’ ongoing Legend Has It… series for Mass Appeal Records when it releases on December 12. For the series, Nas has been helping release new projects from Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, Mobb Deep, De La Soul, Big L, and Slick Rick.

Elsewhere during the aforementioned interview with Rolling Stone, Nas discussed the critically acclaimed album series. “It’s 1995 all over again,” Nas said. “Sometimes I feel like 2025 has that feeling. It’s not going backwards, [it’s] going forward though. It’s that feeling of urgency, that vibration, the celebration of life and these songs and these albums, what they meant 30 years ago, it’s still thriving right now. Even from younger people, they’re all derivatives of that early sound. And these artists here, from Slick Rick — he is the reason that all of us even have a pen in our hands. You look at him and you think of Mobb Deep, and you think of Raekwon and Ghostface, De La Soul, [it’s] some of the most different, brave, bold, intelligent hip hop music ever made.”

He continued: “And of course, we lost some of our brothers along the way, [but] we’re still representing for them and they’re still representing themselves through the series. It’s a celebration of a great impact, a standard that they set that we could never forget because it keeps us aiming higher. This series is to encourage [and] inspire hip hop and remind us all [of] the pureness of hip hop. I hope that we all can do this together.”

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“I like Drake. I think he’s a dope artist. He puts out some great music, obviously. Otherwise, he wouldn’t be as big as he is,” Method Man began. “But, when he sent the record, we were overseas. He did send the record. Some brothers were trying to write to it and sh*t. I’m sitting there and I’m like, ‘I don’t like it.’ I was like, ‘What does this have to do with ‘Wu-Tang Forever?’ I’m not questioning his artistic ability or anything. I’m just saying for my taste, that was more or less like, ‘I’m not getting on that.'”

The song, which contains a prominent sample of Wu-Tang’s “It’s Yourz,” ended up being a hit and peaked at number 52 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. “No one knew it was gonna be that big. You become jaded when you’ve been in the business for a long time,” Method Man concluded.

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Drake’s “Iceman” Album

Looking ahead, Method Man’s comments on working with Drake come as the Toronto rapper is gearing up for the release of his next studio album, Iceman. There’s still no official release date for the project, and with 2025 almost over, his promise of releasing it before the end of the year seems unlikely.

That being said, he’s already released three singles. They include “What Did I Miss?”, “Which One” featuring Central Cee, and “Dog House” featuring Yeat and Julia Wolf. He’s also promised to have at least one more Iceman livestream episode in the works.

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In a clip caught by 2Cool2Blog from a recent Joe Budden Podcast interview, AlBee Al slams the rapper and producer for not giving a platform to local talent. “That n**** PlaqueBoyMax, he from Jersey, you never got nobody up there for Jersey.”

He adds, “When I say sh*t like this, now they gonna be like ‘let me get a n**** from Jersey.’ Now I’m the black sheep…”

After watching that clip, PlaqueBoyMax reviewed a song by AlBee Al called “My Brother.” He gives him props to him for the emotional songwriting, but then keeps it real about who he chooses to support.

“AlBee Al, you gotta understand I have brought on n****s from Jersey… I bring on n****s I f*ck with, ya feel me? You never reached out to me or talked to me.”

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PlaqueBoyMax Too Much Music

Max adds, “I would love to help out. Why wouldn’t I ever say get it how I got it? If I could help n****s that I see something in, I’ma do that and I always do that on my platform. So, I don’t know what n****s is talking about.”

It seems as if PlaqueBoy thinks AlBee Al is salty he hasn’t been invited to his studio to put the work in. That’s merely speculation, so take it with a grain of salt.

It will be interesting to see if this tension snowballs into something much larger in the coming days.

Overall, it sounds like the content creator is focused on closing out 2025 on a positive note. He just dropped off a new EP on December 5 called Too Much Music. It’s a seven-song set with zero features and just him putting his multitude of talents on display.

It’s his third one of the year, following up on his take on the UK grime scene with LONDON and the trap sound with ATLANTA. He’s also got a full project out too titled Five Forever.

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In the clip caught by Glock Topickz, Loren LoRosa asks if there’s any update regarding the legal battle with her ex-boyfriend, Javie (Javaughn) Young-White. They were in a tense custody war over Adeya during the summer of last year.

It started with the father of their child accusing Kehlani of being in a cult and that they had some sort of influence on how she had been raising Adeya. In a July filing, Young-White said the cult “controls her actions and her behavior, including when it comes to the upbringing of our daughter.”

What’s more is that he alleged that the “Folded” hitmaker left Adeya to be cared for by this alleged cult. “The environment that she has created for herself is not the type of environment that a child should be living,” he added.

In response, Kehlani filed for a restraining order in August.

Fast forward to today and according to her, she now has sole custody. Loren then inquired about their being any communication with Young-White. She simply replied, “No.”

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When Did Kehlani & Javie Young-White Break Up?

Kehlani had more to say about seeing Adeya’s name attached to some of the “verbage” her ex was using in his complaints. While she was able to “bear” the allegations against her, she admitted it that was a “heartbreaker” in terms of Adeya being put in this situation.

But she had trust in her legal rep and God to handle this taxing ordeal.

Lastly, she once again stated that the cult claims were indeed not true and explained how she dealt while clapping back at all the people hoping for it to be true. “Yeah, it’s a tough situation,” Kehlani said. “Ultimately, the claims were false… he back tracked a lot… and a lot of it just got refuted. People who were very obsessed with disliking me and were waiting for a “gotcha” moment again… will hold onto that forever.”

She concluded, “That’s not really my ministry to change their mind. We have a lot of misery on this Earth and hopefully they find some healing.”

Kehlani and Young-White have not been together since shortly after they welcomed Adeya in March 2019. Overall, it sounds like they won’t be talking at all anytime soon either.

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“I wanted to make a true apology, a true apology meaning giving no excuses or explanation for my behavior last night at the awards,” Love said, as caught by Complex. “I did not conduct myself in a way that represents me well or my team or my community or the people that look to me and look up to me in one way, shape, or form. My behavior was completely unnecessary and distasteful, for sure. Another moment, another mistake made off being under the influence, but obviously that’s not an excuse.”

“What I did was very selfish and inconsiderate,” she said. “I wasn’t considering anybody else’s thoughts, nothing but my own, and just being in the moment, being impulsive, and I took away from your moment, and I deeply am truly apologetic for that. To FaZe Clan, I definitely respect you guys as a group. You guys are real pioneers in the Twitch space. I’m very new. … I’m still learning as I go. I respect you guys. And again, what I did was completely unnecessary and uncalled for.”

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Streamer Award Winners

Love also addressed QTCinderella, who served as a co-host for the event. “I want to apologize to QT,” she added. “First of all, I appreciate you inviting me and there is no excuse for my behavior. It was very distasteful. It was very, I keep saying, unnecessary. It was my initial emotion response and, again, I had no business being on that stage, and that is that. I hope one day you give me grace enough to forgive me for my actions.”

Elsewhere during the ceremony, several other popular streamers took home awards. PlaqueBoyMax won Best Music Streamer while IShowSpeed earned Best IRL Streamer and the highly coveted Streamer of the Year award. Kai Cenat was also honored for Best Streamed Collab for his stream with LeBron James.

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KD has always had a sharp eye for rare sneakers, but this one hit a different level. It’s a nod to Travis’ Houston roots and a reminder of just how deep their connection to Nike runs.

The colorway leans straight into Longhorns territory without feeling forced. Durant kept the fit relaxed, letting the shoes do exactly what they were supposed to do: steal the moment. Anytime KD steps out in something special, the internet moves fast, and this was no exception.

Photos popped up, and it didn’t take long for sneaker fans to start dissecting every detail. Seeing a pair like this on someone of Durant’s stature only adds to the mystique.

Travis Scott’s Jordan 1 Lows already dominate resale and headlines, but a college-themed PE takes things to another level. KD didn’t say a word about them, but he didn’t have to. The shoes spoke loud enough.

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Kevin Durant x Travis Scott

The Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low “Texas Longhorns” features brown leather overlays with a smooth grey nubuck base. The reverse Swoosh appears in a cream shade that stands out against the darker tones.

Orange accents highlight the stitching and heel, giving the shoe a subtle Longhorns feel. The tongue has a grey tag with a tonal Longhorns logo and cream laces and a vintage-style midsole tie everything together.

Further the outsole uses a dark brown finish for balance. Overall, the color palette is clean and earthy, and the materials look premium.

It doesn’t seem likely that these sneakers will be releasing any time soon, but who knows? Nike and Travis have surprised us before, so nothing is ever completely off the table.

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They are continuing to build their bond each and every week. Last week, they were seen having a great time for the NFL wide receiver’s 32nd birthday. Videos showed him and Cardi B vibing together and with their dear friends.

However, that wholesomeness was coupled with a moment of steaminess. In a tweet caught by No Jumper, the AM I THE DRAMA? femcee shared a hot and heavy makeout session from their fun evening. “Grrrrrrrr,” she captioned the post.

She really went all out to give her man a memorable night out matching her energy with an equally seductive dress. Cardi B matched Stefon’s gold and black ensemble with a revealing dress, leaving just enough to the imagination.

The mother of four shared even more photos from the birthday bash last night, letting herself have a moment as well. Hopefully, they continue to have many more weekends like this together.

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Are Cardi B & Stefon Diggs Getting Married?

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There’s a real chance for that in fact as marriage rumors are rampant at the moment. On his birthday (Nov. 29), Stefon Diggs was gifted a hoodie from the New England Patriots’ Spanish media team. It read, “Español” along with the team’s logo.

However, it was his response to the gift that had everyone’s ears perked. “Yo quiero uno más [I want one more]… For mi esposa [for my wife].”

This sent folks into a frenzy, although to be honest, it might just be a nickname that Diggs has for Cardi B. But with them now sharing a child together as of last month, maybe a tying of the knot is in the cards. We can only imagine what the chatter will be like if that happens.

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“I saw that today. Somebody sent me that sh*t today, man,” Deal said of Hylton’s post. “And my whole thing about it is, Misa, how am I harassing you? I’ve never harassed you. I’ve always been a protector of you so far, until now.”

From there, he argued that it was never his responsibility to deny the rumors that Anthony “Wolf” Jones was allegedly Justin’s real father. “For you to go and try to snake that whole situation and saying I’m the reason why you being harassed. No. Your ex [Diddy] is the reason why you being harassed,” he said. “Misa is mad at me and upset with me because I didn’t clarify that. It wasn’t for me to clarify. Misa, I ain’t harassed you not one time.”

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Netflix’s “Sean Combs: The Reckoning”

As for Hylton’s since-deleted post, she wrote, as caught by The Shade Room: “Anyone who knows me knows I’m a private person, and it pains me that I even have to post this. The harassment my son and I have been dealing with because of things implied by Gene Deal and stated in a recent Netflix documentary has been heartbreaking. The truth is: the public is being misled about me and my child, we’ve been dragged into something we never asked for… a cruel game built on rumors and agendas.”

Netflix released Sean Combs: The Reckoning, last week. 50 Cent served as the executive producer, while Alex Stapleton directed the series. It features tons of celebrity appearances from Mark Curry, Al. B Sure, Aubrey O’Day, and more.

Diddy’s team has already responded to the allegations presented in Sean Combs: The Reckoning. In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, they labeled the project a “hit piece.” “Netflix’s so-called ‘documentary’ is a shameful hit piece,” they wrote. “Today’s GMA teaser confirms that Netflix relied on stolen footage that was never authorized for release. As Netflix and CEO Ted Sarandos know, Mr. Combs has been amassing footage since he was 19 to tell his own story, in his own way. It is fundamentally unfair, and illegal, for Netflix to misappropriate that work.”

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This colorway has always had a quiet but loyal following, and seeing it back in the lineup feels overdue. The shoe keeps the classic AJ5 look but brings a sharper edge with its black nubuck upper and bright blue accents.

Retro fans will recognize the icy outsole and reflective tongue, two details that help this model stand out no matter how many times Jordan Brand brings it back. The shade of blue is bold enough to pop but not loud enough to overpower the shoe, which is exactly why people loved this pair the first time around.

With Jordan Brand already stacking strong releases for 2026, expect this one to get a lot of attention. It hits that sweet spot between nostalgia and wearability, and the University Blue theme always finds its crowd.

If you missed out years ago, this is your shot. And if you owned a pair back in the day, you already know why this one is so big.

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Air Jordan 5 “Black/University Blue” Release Date

This Air Jordan 5 features a black nubuck upper with clean blue stitching. The tongue comes in silver with a black Jumpman logo. The mesh side panels keep the classic AJ5 look.

Also, University Blue hits appear on the sockliner, heel logo, and outsole. The midsole is black with white shark-tooth detailing.

Further the icy blue outsole adds a nice final touch. The shoe mixes dark tones with sharp blue accents. It feels simple, wearable, and true to the original style. Overall this is one of those colorways that works with almost anything.

@zsneakerheadz reports that the Air Jordan 5 “Black/University Blue” is going to drop on July 18th, 2026. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $215 when they are released.

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“You couldn’t win a rap battle. Don’t come over here and think you could win a battle on these microphones where we’re talking and we’re trading ideas with me,” Akademiks said. “I keep telling you. I’m Jay-Z, Kareem [Abdul-Jabbar], Wilt [Chamberlain], Michael Jordan, and Tom Brady rolled up in one. You can’t f*ck with me. Come on. Stop playing.”

From there, Ak argued that he never tried rapping when his media career wasn’t doing so well, but complained that Maino has decided to step into “his lane.” “I helped create this sh*t. I’m one of the reasons radio is dead. I did that,” he said.

Akademiks also addressed Maino’s attempt to lecture him on fashion by resurfacing some of the rapper’s most polarizing outfits. “You’re not giving me a fashion lesson,” he remarked while showing multiple different pictures. “This is the drip I was supposed to take?” He ended by reiterating that he’s just trolling Maino and doesn’t want a serious beef between them.

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DJ Akademiks & Maino’s Beef

As for his comments on the Let’s Rap About It podcast, Maino used the platform to defend Fabolous’ fashion choices after Akademiks made fun of him for rocking headbands. Alongside Jim Jones, Fabolous and Dave East, Maino said: “Yo, Akademiks, check this out… I know you not talking. You got the audacity to be speaking on n****s and what n****s is wearing? You talking about the proximity between what n****s is wearing and their age?”

From there, he continued: “You a journalist and this is your opinion, so let me give my opinion on you. I feel like you built like a d*ke… a wet bag of laundry. I feel like your built like a jar of relish… You know what they call that boy? They call [Akademiks] chicken… for chicken nugget. Stop playing with me, n****… I’ma big d*ck dictator. Stop playing with me.”

Maino is far from the only rapper to beef with DJ Akademiks as of late. The livestreamer has also made headlines for trading shots with Megan Thee Stallion, Yung Miami, and more rappers.

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