This massive cosign should come as no surprise, as Drizzy always tries to keep his pulse on what’s hot right now. Kushington also took the chance to make some jokes about their heritage. “Rich Mixed Kids convos in the Back of @area29htx,” he captioned the post.

Many fans reacted excitedly to this news, whether to congratulate Belly Gang for a significant level-up or getting excited for the Toronto superstar’s expanding circle of collaborators and peers. With ICEMAN hopefully dropping very soon, die-hard OVO supporters are very excited to hear this era come to life.

We already got a couple of singles and other teasers for the album, although no one’s sure which ones will make the final tracklist. Maybe a collaboration with Kushington is in the cards, which would be yet another breakout moment taking a career to huge levels of visibility.

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Who Is Belly Gang Kushington?

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For those unaware, Belly Gang Kushington, real name Victor Thomas, is an emerging Atlanta rapper who dropped his debut album The Streets Is Yours earlier this year in April. Born to a Black father and white mother (like Champagne Papi), he’s gained traction for not just his physical appearance, but more consequentially, the grit and grime of his ATL bangers. He has big hits such as “Friend Do,” “75 On 75,” and “Ice Cup” across his three-year career in the public eye.

Drake’s Houston visit represented a few things at once: a good time, more collaborative opportunities, and more hardcore recording. We’ll see if this all amounts to ICEMAN landing super early in 2025 or if this is just a holiday break.

Amid Drake’s fandom of many other artists, we’ll see if this link-up with Belly Gang Kushington evolves beyond just a cool picture together. With a lot of hype for both of them to keep dropping, the sky’s the limit.

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Curry made his tunnel entrance in Drake’s NOCTA Glide, the collaborative silhouette from the rapper’s Nike sub-label. The futuristic design perfectly complemented his all-black travel outfit while raising eyebrows about potential brand alignments moving forward.

Once inside, Curry switched to the Nike Kobe 11 “All Star” for his warm-up routine, paying tribute to the late Kobe Bryant. The special colorway, originally released for the 2016 NBA All-Star Game in Toronto, made this choice particularly meaningful given the venue.

Whether Curry is simply having fun with his newfound sneaker freedom or hinting at a potential Nike collaboration remains unclear. He seems to be enjoying the flexibility to wear whatever he wants, but the frequent Nike sightings have certainly sparked conversations.

Could a Nike partnership be in the works? Nobody knows for sure, but Curry’s recent footwear choices suggest he’s exploring all possibilities while keeping the sneaker world guessing about his next major move.

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Steph Curry Wears Nike NOCTA Glide

The NOCTA Glide features a bold black and white striped midsole that creates striking visual contrast. Black mesh and textile materials dominate the upper for lightweight breathability. The distinctive ribbed midsole pattern wraps around the entire foot.

White outsole pods provide traction while maintaining the monochromatic theme. The low-profile silhouette offers a futuristic, almost alien aesthetic. Drake’s NOCTA branding appears subtly throughout the design.

Further the shoe balances performance-inspired elements with lifestyle appeal perfectly. The aggressive lines and sculptural shape make it instantly recognizable from any angle.

Steph Curry Warms Up In Nike Kobe 11 “All Star”

The Nike Kobe 11 “All Star” showcases a stunning black Flyknit upper with textured patterns throughout. The signature white Nike Swoosh provides clean contrast against the dark base.

Mint green accents appear on the midsole and outsole for vibrant pop. The translucent mint outsole adds a premium, eye-catching finish. Also black laces and collar create seamless integration with the Flyknit construction.

The low-cut design allows maximum ankle mobility for guards. Visible cushioning technology enhances the performance aesthetic.

The colorway perfectly captured the 2016 Toronto All-Star Game’s energy. It remains one of the most coveted Kobe 11 releases.

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Specifically, she claims that someone purposely infected him with the disease in New York, either via sending a girl with the condition to him or otherwise. Roxanne said that the New York artist was not gay, and that he even warned an aspiring male artist that he could be poisoned by the higher-ups in the music industry.

She also explained that she and her kids with the Project: Funk Da World artist did not know of his diagnosis until two weeks before his death. The coroner told Roxanne that he probably suffered from the condition for a decade, and she does not believe he ever took medication for it.

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How Did Craig Mack Pass Away?

“Someone got to him,” Mack’s ex wife remarked at one point of the interview, later adding: “Craig had a feeling that it was something given to him, not in I guess the way people usually contract AIDS. […] If [he] had been an intravenous drug user, sharing needles, they would know the probability of him getting sick from that. But this was just, like, out of the blue.”

She also said that this has resulted in a lot of confusion and lack of closure for the family, as the origin of the HIV diagnosis remains unclear. Roxanne also expressed that she will not share her specific theories about what happened due to advice from her lawyers.

Nevertheless, Craig Mack’s legacy lives on. While he did not enjoy the full fruits of his labor, fans and loved ones continue to celebrate him fondly. We’ll see if anything else develops with these accusations and longtime presumptions.

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Now, according to NewsNation, Mark is chiming in on Diddy’s appeal to get an immediate prison release. Per the lawyer, this might not be as hair-brained of an idea as prosecutors are arguing.

“I think there’s a potential there,” he expressed. “Remember, when he was convicted of these two Mann Act violations… He won against the counts that carried a mandatory life sentence and would have basically forfeited his entire fortune. So he rolled the dice and won, and then he was enhanced in his sentence by the very conduct he was acquitted of. I think that’s fundamentally unfair. In fact, if we want to talk about fairness, I think the prosecution should be penalized for overcharging him in the first place, and he should have been immediately released. That’s just me. I have great affection, and I think that’s the just result.”

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Diddy’s Appeal

For those unaware, Diddy’s requesting an early release over accusations that Judge Arun Subramanian’s sentence was unfair. His lawyers seek either a full reversal of his conviction or a reduction of his prison sentence, plus his immediate release in either case. Their argument is that Judge Subramanian acted like a “13th juror” and unrightfully influenced the jury’s verdict by bringing up evidence related to Combs’ acquitted charges as justifications for a harsher punishment for his convictions.

We will see whether or not the court responds to this sooner rather than later. During this waiting process, Diddy was able to see family this Christmas, as his son Justin Combs reportedly paid him a visit.

If the appeals court agrees with the defense’s arguments, maybe he will see even more family sooner than he thought. In any case, we’re sure Mark Geragos will be there to opine.

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The reason this is an “alleged” reaction, though, is because there’s no way to know for sure if his Instagram Story post this weekend that DJ Akademiks caught on IG is in direct reference to the former couple. “A lot of things ya thought I did wrong gon age like [wine],” Tjay shared.

Lil Tjay’s referenced Kai Cenat and Gigi Alayah’s relationship before. He dropped the “diss track” “Been Had Gigi,” which doesn’t really contain any direct shots. But more relevantly, as caught by @clippedszn on Twitter, Tjay allegedly alluded to cheating allegations concerning Gigi Alayah on social media.

Take all of this with a grain of salt, though. There are a lot of reactions and accusations flying around right now, none of which have been confirmed.

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Kai Cenat’s Ex

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Gigi already denied the rumors that she cheated on the streamer with NBA YoungBoy. She didn’t mention YB outright, and it’s unclear if her message was fully intended towards Kai. Nevertheless, fans ran with that cheating narrative despite multiple sources (like Akademiks, whom folks accused of originating the rumor) denying it.

“I left, now you wanna get on the internet and rush to paint a false narrative about me off a FAKE twitter post is insane,” Alayah shared on her IG Story this weekend. “I’ve never cheated on him, and YOU know that. I have never dealt with that man… play that sympathetic role somewhere else, pls.”

Meanwhile, Lil Tjay and Kai Cenat’s beef is one-sided. Tjay presumably thinks that Cenat doesn’t like him due to his feud with A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, and called streamers like him exploitative. On the other hand, the Bronx content creator doesn’t understand what all the animosity is really about. Hopefully we get some clarity on all of this from the former couple soon.

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Afterwards, this went viral on social media pages and led to lots of speculation. The California rapper took to Twitter to add insult to Cenat’s emotional injury. “Kai cenat a cry baby,” he wrote. “Act funny with everybody he came up with an wonder y he got mental health problems. Stop choosing the fame over real relationships and you n***as will be okay. Stop letting fame change you. You’ll never like what you become! […] I’ll never switch up on the people I started with I’m from school yard crip not Hollywood. […] You see me you gone see them every time Dhs.”

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Did Gigi Cheat With NBA YoungBoy?

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Oddly enough, Blue doesn’t really make specific reference to what happened between Kai Cenat and Gigi Alayah. Instead, he criticized alleged faulty loyalties impacted by fame without really connecting it to the context that folks are talking about today. Maybe this is a case of unintended timing making a message seem like it’s about something else entirely.

Nevertheless, Gigi responded to Kai’s breakup announcement by shutting down the media’s cheating allegations and also seemingly taking aim at the streamer. “I left, now you wanna get on the internet and rush to paint a false narrative about me off a FAKE twitter post is insane,” she wrote on her Instagram Story. “I’ve never cheated on him, and YOU know that. I have never dealt with that man… play that sympathetic role somewhere else, pls.”

It’s unclear what Alayah wanted to exactly say or who she was addressing, but this will continue to develop. Meanwhile, Blueface is dealing with his own romantic drama.

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@zsneakerheadz reports that the Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Muslin/Shy Pink” will be released in the summer of 2026.

The “Muslin/Shy Pink” colorway represents a difference from Travis Scott’s typically darker, earth-tone palettes. This softer approach demonstrates the Houston rapper’s evolving design while maintaining the signature details that make his collaborations instantly recognizable.

The combination of cream muslin tones with subtle pink accents creates a vintage aesthetic that feels both nostalgic and contemporary. Travis Scott’s Jordan collaborations have consistently dominated the sneaker market, with previous releases like the “Mocha” and “Reverse Mocha” becoming instant grails.

His signature backwards Swoosh and unique material selections have redefined what collaborative sneakers can achieve, blending streetwear sensibilities with premium craftsmanship. Expected to drop during summer 2026, this release will likely follow Jordan Brand’s typical limited distribution strategy, making it one of the season’s best drops.

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Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Retail Price

The Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Muslin/Shy Pink” features premium cream leather across the base and overlays. A soft pink Swoosh provides gentle contrast against the neutral foundation.

The signature backwards Swoosh design is subtly visible in the construction. Pink accents extend to the outsole, creating cohesive color distribution throughout the shoe.

Cream laces complement the upper’s vintage aesthetic perfectly. The heel displays pink Nike branding with Travis Scott’s signature details. White leather toe boxes feature traditional perforations for breathability.

The aged cream tones give this collaboration a worn-in, retro feel that sets it apart from standard Jordan releases, while the pink elements add an unexpected feminine touch to Travis Scott’s typically rugged design language. Also the retail price of the sneakers will be $155 when they drop.

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During this Vlad interview, the radio host explained that he doesn’t have any personal issues with Akademiks, even recalling when they linked up at an NBA YoungBoy concert. But during that show, the true crux of their disagreement revealed itself: Ak was surprised that he was tapped in with the youth.

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DJ Akademiks’ Maino Beef

From there, Maino went on to blast DJ Akademiks for criticizing older MCs’ ability to not just evolve with the times, but continue to aesthetically and culturally enjoy the same things that they helped influence. He made the argument that fashion and style aren’t practical decisions. Therefore, folks shouldn’t be so quick to disrespect older generations just because they have more years of experience. We’ll see if Ak claps back in any way.

However, elsewhere, Maino has more beef to handle. The rest of the Let’s Rap About It crew, which includes the aforementioned Fabolous as well as Jim Jones and Dave East, recently got a possible warning from 50 Cent… That is, if Fif truly intended his vague social media message for them and not for his many general haters.

“Let’s toast to success, health, and prosperity. I’m planning my new year. When I’m done, I’ll come out to play. You know everyone who plays with me wishes they didn’t in the end,” the G-Unit mogul shared online.

For those unaware, following Maino and others’ criticisms of 50 Cent for executive producing the Netflix Diddy docuseries Sean Combs: The Reckoning, the two camps quickly got into it. Let’s Rap About It even dropped a freestyle dissing 50 across four verses and four different instrumentals of his, with Fab being the most notably direct example. Much like the DJ Akademiks rift, this is about conflicting content and artistic philosophies rather than tension.

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More specifically, fans are wondering whether or not this album announcement refers to a completely different LP or if Ye still has his sights set on BULLY. After all, the Spotify pre-save link for it is still active. It’s scheduled to come out on January 30 at press time. But since this project has been delayed time and time again already, fans really don’t know what to think.

On the other hand, folks online have also commented on Kanye’s body language in this Deon Cole clip. They brought up conspiracy theories and presumptuous speculation about him being on heavy medication. But that’s neither here nor there. At least, when it comes to new music rumors. Hopefully he’s doing well and fans are just overzealous with their concern, as those situations can be not just difficult, but also scary.

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Deon Cole’s Kanye West Bit

Even Deon Cole took note of Ye’s demeanor during their interaction. “Did you have a good time tonight?” he asked. “Did you laugh? Like, not no fake laugh, like, for real. You’re not going to give me no sympathy laugh, busting the f**k up.”

We will find out soon enough whether this next album will still be BULLY or if it ends up being another Kanye West rollout shift. He might have more mythical grails in his catalog than some artists’ entire run of great records.

Still, if there’s one thing that recent developments and appearances have taught us, it’s that Kanye West is keeping things low-key these days. Whether it’s bundled-up dates with his wife Bianca Censori, apologies for his antisemitism, or chill nights like this Deon Cole show… We’ll see what all of this will lead up to. Given Ye’s track record, it will definitely be very interesting, to say the least.

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“I’m single I will never be in another relationship again,” the streamer wrote on his social media platforms, sparking a frenzy. Cheating allegations against Alayah surfaced and resurfaced online, particularly surrounding NBA YoungBoy. In fact, fake posts circled around naming DJ Akademiks as the source, and he later denied both the veracity of the rumor and the notion that he started it on his livestream.

At around this time, Gigi hopped on her Instagram Story the same day to share part of her side of the story. “I left, now you wanna get on the internet and rush to paint a false narrative about me off a FAKE twitter post is insane,” she wrote. “I’ve never cheated on him, and YOU know that. I have never dealt with that man… play that sympathetic role somewhere else, pls.”

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Did Kai Cenat Get Cheated On?

It’s still very unclear exactly who she’s talking about here. Maybe it’s Kai Cenat himself or the people spreading false rumors around, but he doesn’t seem to have insinuated cheating allegations in the past. Perhaps what Gigi is taking issue with is the immediate sympathy card play online.

As for how the NBA YoungBoy rumors surfaced, it’s hard to tell. Akademiks has denied that he had anything to do with it, but fans are still running with it online. There are also some alleged reaction clips of Kai and Gigi regarding this situation floating around, but they have either been debunked as old and out-of-context clips or haven’t gotten any official confirmation as responses.

In any case, it seems like the former couple is now at odds, and they have to deal with these false narratives now. We’ll see if they publicly address this soon or if they keep things private for now. It’s quite the mess…

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