The collection pulls directly from two iconic references. AP brings the Royal Oak, their most recognizable design, first introduced in 1972. Swatch brings the POP watches from the 1980s. Together, they make something genuinely new. Jordan Brand has always said the best collabs make both brands look better. This one does that.

At the center of it all sits a reworked SISTEM51 movement. Swatch reimagined their signature caliber as a hand-wound version for the first time. That alone is a big deal for watch lovers. The pieces come in two styles, Lepine and Savonnette, priced at $400 and $420.

As for how to get one, Swatch stores drop them on May 16th. Confirmed cities include New York, Atlanta, Nashville, and Austin. Demand is already so high that people are already waiting in NYC.

There’s also a theory floating around that this collab ties back to a string of trademark losses AP suffered in the US and Japan. The idea is that teaming with Swatch helps AP protect the Royal Oak design going forward. Whether that’s true or not, the watches are real and they’re releasing this weekend.

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Audemars Piguet x Swatch Collab

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The Royal Pop Collection is notable for a few reasons beyond the hype. Pocket watches are a bold format choice in 2026. Most people haven’t carried one since their grandfather did.

But Swatch and AP are leaning into that deliberately, treating it more like a wearable art object than a daily timepiece. Visually, the pieces are loud. Think Pop Art color blocking, bold bezels with exposed screws, and that unmistakable Royal Oak shape dressed in Swatch’s playfulness vibe.

The combination of high watchmaking and accessible materials is exactly what made the MoonSwatch work. Overall this collab could eventually be even bigger!

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Sean Gathright, Rashad Murphy, Davion Murphy, and Isaiah Chance were convicted of murder last week and are facing life in prison. Meanwhile, Andrews is facing 15 years in prison, although her sentencing continues to be delayed.

The sentencing should have gone down back in January. However, her legal team has been trying to get themselves a retrial. Why? They feel as though Judge Michelle Sisco was biased in her assessment of the case. More specifically, she allegedly “made multiple consequential rulings that shaped the outcome.”

Sisco was taken off the case in January, but the above comments were made during a court hearing on May 11, in which Andrews’ legal team pleaded their case for a new trial.

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Alicia Andrews Wants A New Trial

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Andrews will officially be back in court on May 22, where proceedings will continue. From there, it will be confirmed whether or not Alicia Andrews will be getting a retrial for her manslaughter case.

If you may recall, Andrews and Isaiah Chance were accused of stalking Foolio and offering up his location. Eventually, the artist was ambushed outside the hotel, which led to his passing.

This case is still very much ongoing. Despite the recent conviction, sentencing still has yet to occur. Subsequently, the Andrews retrial decision still needs to be determined before things can conclude.

This is still a developing story, so stay tuned for updates as we will be sure to bring them to you.

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That’s a big deal… the “Bred” 4 is one of the most iconic colorways in Jordan Brand history. When limited release rumors started circulating earlier this year, the sneaker community braced for another painful raffle situation. That’s no longer the case.

Full-family sizing means men’s, women’s, grade school, preschool, and toddler sizes will all be available. This isn’t a situation where parents grab a pair for the shelf and kids miss out. Everyone gets a shot at one of the cleanest colorways Jordan Brand has ever produced.

November 28th is Black Friday. Jordan Brand has a long history of dropping major shoes on that date. Putting the “Bred” 4 there with wide distribution is a strong move. It’s the kind of release that can actually be a shared moment rather than a frustrating lottery.

No retail price has been officially confirmed yet. But given the full-family sizing and wide distribution, this is shaping up to be one of the most accessible major Jordan drops in recent memory.

Overall mark the calendar now. November 28th is a long way out but the “Bred” 4 is worth planning around.

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Air Jordan 4 “Bred”

The Air Jordan 4 “Bred” OG originally released in 1989 and is one of the most celebrated colorways in sneaker history. Michael Jordan wore it during some of his most iconic moments, including his famous free throw line dunk at 1988 Slam Dunk Contest.

The shoe features a black leather upper with fire red accents on the outsole and tongue liner. Cement grey hits the plastic wing eyelets, heel tab, and midsole. A visible Air unit sits in the heel.

Large “NIKE AIR” branding appears on the heel in grey. The orange hang tag references the original 1989 packaging. This version brings back all of those original details in a great way.

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There’s a lot to unpack here. First, Air Mags are not shoes people wear casually. They’re one of the rarest and most valuable sneakers ever made. A single pair in good condition trades for anywhere between $20,000 and $50,000 on the secondary market. This person brought two pairs, courtside, to a playoff game.

The Lakers were already down 3-0 heading into this one, and they ended up getting swept by the Thunder. The mood at Crypto.com Arena was not great. And yet, somewhere in the seats, someone decided this was the right occasion for two pairs of Air Mags.

The photo shows both pairs sitting side by side under the seat and the silver and white self-lacing silhouette unmistakable even in a crowd. Whether they were worn or just brought along as a flex remains unclear. Either way, the image spread fast.

This is peak courtside culture. The playoffs bring out the best in sneaker flexing with Jay-Z in V.A.A. Jordan 1s and now an anonymous fan casually parking two pairs of Air Mags under their chair like it’s nothing.

Nobody knows who this person is. Overall whoever they are, they just became a legend in the sneaker community without saying a single word.

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Nike Air Mags Courtside

The Nike Air Mag was first introduced as a fictional shoe in Back to the Future Part II in 1989. Nike made it real in 2011 with a limited charity auction release, and again in 2016 with a self-lacing version featuring actual power laces just like the film.

The 2016 version is the holy grail. It features a silver and white upper, light-up outsole, and motorized self-lacing system activated by a button on the side.

Only 89 pairs were made and auctioned off for the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Resale values have climbed steadily ever since. Seeing one pair in person is rare. Seeing two pairs parked under a courtside seat at a playoff game is something else entirely.

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The report began as a rumor circulating on social media. However, it was eventually confirmed by the likes of Shams Charania and various other reputable news outlets. At this time, no cause of death has been reported.

According to USA Today, Clarke had been arrested six weeks ago for alleged improper passing, possession of a controlled substance, fleeing, exceeding the speed limit, and trafficking a controlled substance.

Clarke’s agency, Priority Sports, issued a statement regarding his tragic passing.

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RIP Brandon Clarke

“We are beyond devastated by the passing of Brandon Clarke,” Priority Sports said. “He was so loved by all of us here, and everyone whose life he touched. He was the gentlest soul who was the first to be there for all of his friends and family. Our hearts are so broken as we think about his mom, Whitney, his entire family and all of his friends. From high school to San Jose State to Gonzaga to the Grizzlies, Brandon impacted everyone who was part of his life.”

This is a horrible story that is sending reverberations throughout the NBA world. Overall, it is never easy to see someone pass away at such a young age. Clarke had just finished his seventh NBA season and was well-liked by all of his teammates.

Our hearts go out to Clarke’s family and friends during this difficult time. Our heart also extends to the NBA fraternity as they mourn the loss of one of their own.

We will continue to keep you informed on this developing story.

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Eventually, the music videos were re-uploaded to the YouTube platform. Meanwhile, GNX and “Euphoria” were reinstated on Apple Music. Overall, it was a very confusing situation that led to all sorts of conspiracy theories. After all, ICEMAN is on the way, which has subsequently led to speculation that this was all a stunt.

Answers are still being searched for, and on The Breakfast Club this morning, Loren Lorosa spoke about her findings. Upon reaching out to a representative at Kendrick’s label, it was revealed that no one had any idea what was going on. It appears as though the confusion is internal, as well.

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Loren LoRosa Gets The Scoop

Lorosa went on to say that this all looked like some sort of hack. Charlamagne agreed, but also noted that if Drake fans did it, they are making the wrong move, as this only puts more eyes on Lamar.

Subsequently, Lorosa mentioned the leak that Drake would be dissing DJ Khaled. Khaled is saying that he has no issues with Drizzy and isn’t so sure disses are coming his way. Needless to say, there is lots of confusion going around the hip-hop world right now.

Ultimately, this Friday is going to be interesting. Drake is dropping ICEMAN, and now, there are all sorts of rumblings about what Kendrick might do, and it’s all because some songs got deleted. At this stage, you cannot deny K-Dot’s influence.

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The allegations made were disturbing, including one where Hay accused Diddy of forcing him to take drugs and then ejaculating into one of Biggie’s t-shirts at a warehouse that contained old clothes of the late rapper. But Diddy denied the claims entirely, including that the allegations of false imprisonment were actually part of a citizen’s arrest.

Now, Hay is clapping back at Diddy and his attorneys, telling TMZ, “His claims of a ‘consensual’ encounter or a ‘citizen’s arrest’ are pure fiction.” Hay added that it’s “perplexing that his team would file such a narrative knowing that they are under criminal investigation in California.”

“There was nothing consensual about it. He forced himself on me while I was being held against my will. I’m praying there will be criminal charges soon,” Hay added. 

A few months after filing the lawsuit, Hay filed a police report in Florida. The police department in Largo, FL, then forwarded it to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, which is reportedly investigating the claims.

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Jonathan Hay Loses Countersuit Filed By CJ Wallace

The TMZ report comes a day after CJ Wallace won a default judgment in his countersuit against Hay for defamation. According to reports, Wallace tried to serve Hay with the lawsuit 17 times across two different addresses in Florida. When that didn’t work, CJ followed up with a substitute service. In response, Hay argued to TMZ that he was never served the papers. Still, having a default judgment handed down means that he can’t even respond to the defamation suit. However, his lawsuit against Diddy and CJ Wallace in Los Angeles is still ongoing. We will keep you posted on any further updates. 

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Last year, Clipse gave the fans a comeback album for the ages with Let God Sort Em Out. JID also came through with a highly anticipated album in God Does Like Ugly. The latter album even had a Clipse feature on it, which just goes to show that these two artists are familiar with one another.

On Tuesday, it was announced that Clipse and JID would be teaming up for a major concert in Morrison, Colorado. They will be taking the Red Rocks Amphitheatre, where they will perform a co-headlining show with Samara Cyn as the opener. The venue has the capacity for around 10,000 fans, and there is no doubt that this will be a show to watch if you are a hip-hop fan.

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Clipse & JID To Hit The Stage

Below, you can find the timeline for when tickets are going to go on sale. As of tomorrow, there will be an artist presale, before the promoter and venue presales begin on Thursday. Lastly, tickets for the public are on sale as of Friday.

Timeline for Ticket Sales:

Wednesday, May 13th – Clipse & J.I.D Artist Presale at 10am local
Thursday, May 14th – Promoter / Venue Presale at 10am local
Thursday, May 14th – All presales end at 10pm local time
Friday, May 15th – Public On-Sale at 10am local time

If you are interested in grabbing tickets for the show, you can find them at the link, right here. Clipse and JID are two rap heavyweights, and this show promises to be a fun one.

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Release Date: May 12, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop, Pop Punk

Album: BEB

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Mathers made the no-contest plea in New Baltimore’s 42-2 District Court. Police said that she crashed her white Range Rover into a Dodge pick-up truck. The impact of the crash was so hard that the pick-up truck moved 50 feet from where it was parked originally. What’s even more is that police said that she was impaired at the time of the crash, per Click On Detroit.

In court, Mathers was charged with operating a vehicle while impaired and failure to stop after a collision. The first count is a 93-day misdemeanor sentence, while the second count is a 90-day misdemeanor. In the aftermath of her arraignment, she pleaded no contest to both.

Mathers will be sentenced on June 17th, 2026, at the same court.

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This Isn’t Eminem’s Ex-Wife’s First DWI Charge, According To Reports

Per The Detroit News, Kimberly Mathers was previously charged after driving an SUV into a ditch after hitting a utility pole in 2015. Court records for that case were reportedly sealed, though a resident in Chesterfield Township, where the crash occurred, called into Mojo In The Morning and alleged that she drank, got into her vehicle, and tried to end her life. The report claims that court records were sealed because the incident related to a suicide attempt. She was later sentenced to a year of probation and a $900 fine. 

We will keep you posted on any further updates on the Kimberly Mathers case. 

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