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Lil Nas X hospitalized due to partial facial paralysis

Rapper and artist Lil Nas X has disclosed that he is experiencing a sudden partial paralysis of his face. In an Instagram post from the hospital, he informed his 10.4 million followers that he has 'lost control' of the right side of his face. 'This is me doing a full smile right now, by the way,' he stated in a video, struggling to grin. 'Bro, I can't even laugh right.' In a subsequent post, Lil Nas X reassured his fans that he was 'OK' and encouraged them to 'stop being sad.' 'Shake ur ass f

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Apr 15, 2025 — 3 min read

Kai Cenat Reacts to Rihanna Sliding Into His DMs After Viral Pizza Gesture

The streamer covered the cost of a family's pizza order in a recent viral video. Kai Cenat takes pride in giving back to the community, and one recent clip found him covering the cost of a pizza order for two young fans and their father after the children recognized him. The heartwarming gesture went viral on social media and made it onto Rihanna’s radar earlier this week, who praised the streamer in a direct message on Monday (April 7). “Kaaaaaiii!! I love this,” the Fenty mogul wrote to Kai

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Apr 10, 2025 — 1 min read

Meghan experienced a 'rare and frightening' condition following childbirth.

The Duchess of Sussex has disclosed that she experienced a "rare and frightening" medical condition following the birth of one of her children. In the inaugural episode of her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, Meghan shared that she was diagnosed with post-partum pre-eclampsia after giving birth. She characterized the experience as a "huge medical scare" and mentioned that she had to cope with the situation privately, without the public being aware of her struggles. Meghan, who has tw

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Apr 9, 2025 — 2 min read

Billboard Names Nicki Minaj the Greatest Female Rapper of All Time

Trinidadian-born rapper Nicki Minaj has been crowned the greatest female rapper of all time by Billboard. The list of the Best Female Rappers of All Time, released by Billboard staff, also featured hip-hop greats such as Missy Elliott, Lauryn Hill, and Queen Latifah. Surprisingly, Nicki Minaj’s rivals, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion, ranked outside the top 10. Minaj topped the list, followed by Missy Elliott, Lauryn Hill, Lil’ Kim, and Queen Latifah at numbers 2, 3, 4, and 5, respectively.

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Apr 8, 2025 — 1 min read

Barack Obama Admits He’s Making Up for Lost Time with Michelle

While Barack Obama and Michelle Obama aren’t necessarily having trouble in paradise, the former president revealed he has some making up to do. On Thursday (Apr.3), Barack Obama sat down with a group of students at Hamilton College in New York. During the chat, Obama admitted that while he did his best to handle the country’s fate with the utmost care as the nation’s leader, he fell short when it came to being a husband. “I was in a deep deficit with my wife,” Obama told the group of students.

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Apr 7, 2025 — 2 min read

J. Cole’s Dreamville Festival to Rebrand but Stays in Raleigh

J. Cole’s Dreamville Festival may be getting a new name, but its heart—and location—remain the same. Though Cole had previously announced that this year’s edition would be the final Dreamville Festival, fans can expect a reimagined version to take its place. At a press conference held on April 3rd, Sascha Stone Guttfreund, a Dreamville and Roc Nation promoter, confirmed that large-scale music events would continue in Raleigh under a new name. “We’re going to be here for years to come. This is

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Apr 6, 2025 — 1 min read

Halle Berry Reflects on Being the Only Black Woman to Win Oscars’ Best Actress

Halle Berry, the American actress, has spoken about the Oscars system, arguing that it’s not designed to award black women in leading roles. The 58-year-old film star shared her thoughts on the matter in the Apple TV+ two-part documentary titled ‘Number One Call On the Sheet’. The documentary explores the experiences of black actors in Hollywood. Berry, who is the first and only black woman to have won the Academy Award for ‘Best Actress,’ emphasized that the “system is not really designed fo

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Apr 2, 2025 — 2 min read

Chris Brown Announces Breezy Bowl XX Stadium World Tour With Summer Walker and Bryson Tiller

Chris Brown is hitting the road again in 2025, as CB announced the Breezy Bowl XX stadium world tour with Summer Walker and Bryson Tiller on Thursday (March 27). In celebration of the 20th anniversary of his self-titled debut album coming up later this year, Breezy will kick off the trek with a European leg in June before coming to North America in July. “TEAM BREEZY !!!!!TEAM BREEZY!!!TEAM BREEZY!!!!!BREEZY BOWL 20th anniversary TOUR!!!!!!!!!! CELEBRATING 20 years of CB,” he wrote on Instagra

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Mar 28, 2025 — 1 min read

“Kendrick Lamar Raps Very Good But I Don’t Like His Music” – Kanye West

Kanye West Critiques Kendrick Lamar’s Music Choice Despite Acknowledging His Skills In a recent revelation, controversial American rapper Kanye West expressed his distaste for the music of his contemporary, Kendrick Lamar. While he recognizes Lamar as a talented rapper, he clarified that he does not enjoy listening to his work. I DONT LIKE KENDRICK LAMARS MUSIC HE RAPS VERY GOOD BUT I DIDNT NEED TO HEAR HIM ON CARTI ALBUM — ye (@kanyewest) March 14, 2025 On his X account, West voiced his disp

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Mar 18, 2025 — 1 min read

“TikTok, not AI, has transformed music industry” - Will.i.am

Singer-songwriter Will.i.am has said that the video platform TikTok has transformed the music industry. The 50-year-old musician, who is best known as the frontman of the ‘Black Eyed Peas’, believes the video-sharing app has had a much bigger impact on the music business than AI, reports ‘Female First UK’. Speaking to Sky News, he explained, "I don't think anything can water down our industry any more than TikTok has”. As per ‘Female First UK’, the record producer observed that TikTok has cha

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Mar 16, 2025 — 1 min read

Will Smith Joins Doechii’s Viral “Anxiety” Challenge in Epic Fashion

Will Smith just made the viral “Anxiety” challenge even bigger by jumping in alongside Doechii. On Thursday, March 13th, he surprised fans by adding his own twist to the popular TikTok trend, proving once again that he knows how to tap into a cultural moment. In the clip, Smith bobs his head to the eerie hook , “Somebody’s watchin’ me, it’s my anxiety” , while staring into a mirror. When he turns toward the camera, his reflection stays behind, and Doechii takes his place. The Hollywood icon als

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Mar 15, 2025 — 1 min read

Aaron Goodwin of Ghost Adventures initiates divorce proceedings after allegations that his wife tried to kill him.

Aaron Goodwin is embarking on a new phase in his life. The star of Ghost Adventures has initiated divorce proceedings against his wife, Victoria Goodwin, just one week following her arrest for allegedly attempting to hire a hitman to take his life. According to documents obtained by People, Aaron filed for divorce in Clark County, Nevada, on March 12, which was six days after Victoria's arrest. The 48-year-old cites as grounds for the divorce that the couple's “views, tastes, likes and dislik

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Mar 14, 2025 — 2 min read

Michelle Obama Launches New Podcast ‘IMO’ with Brother Craig Robinson

Michelle Obama is expanding her storytelling prowess with IMO (In My Opinion), a new podcast that offers an intimate look into her life beyond politics. Co-hosted with her brother, Craig Robinson, the show blends personal reflection, humor, and candid conversation. While it avoids deep political discourse, IMO provides a rare glimpse into Michelle’s world—her marriage to former President Barack Obama, family memories, and life lessons shaped by experience. The debut episode has already made wa

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Mar 14, 2025 — 1 min read

Job reductions in a Welsh town - actor Michael Sheen settles debts of 900 individuals, amounting to £1 million.

Hollywood actor Michael Sheen, renowned for his roles in productions such as Amadeus, Twilight, and A Very Royal Scandal, has taken significant action by settling the debts of 900 individuals, amounting to $1 million. This initiative was aimed at assisting residents in his hometown of Port Talbot, South Wales. The community faced considerable hardship following the closure of Tata Steel's last operational blast furnace in September of the previous year. This decision, part of a restructuring st

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Mar 9, 2025 — 2 min read

2025 Academy Awards: Full List of Oscar Winners

The 2025 Oscars took place in Los Angeles, with Anora emerging as the biggest winner of the night. Other notable winners included Conclave, The Brutalist, Wicked, and Emilia Pérez. Here’s the full list of this year’s Academy Award winners: Best picture * WINNER: Anora * The Brutalist * A Complete Unknown * Conclave * Dune: Part Two * Emilia Pérez * I'm Still Here * Nickel Boys * The Substance * Wicked Best actress * WINNER: Mikey Madison - Anora * Cynthia Erivo - Wicked * Karla

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Mar 3, 2025 — 2 min read

Full List of 2025 Brit Awards Winners

Charli XCX dominated the 2025 Brit Awards, taking home five trophies, including Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year for Brat. Other major winners included Ezra Collective, Stormzy, The Last Dinner Party, Sam Fender, Fontaines D.C., and Chappell Roan. The ceremony celebrated the best in British music and beyond over the past 12 months. Here is a full list of the winners on the night, and the nominees in each category: Artist of the year * WINNER: Charli XCX Beabadoob

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Mar 2, 2025 — 2 min read

Rihanna Reportedly Set to Headline 2025 Glastonbury Festival

After years of speculation, Rihanna may finally be taking the stage at Glastonbury. Reports suggest that the global superstar and business mogul is set to headline the iconic 2025 festival, which will once again be held in Somerset, England. According to sources, there’s also a possibility, that Rihanna might schedule at least six concerts in London following the festival. This proposed residency would take place in July, tentatively set for the 4th through the 12th. Fans are still awaiting

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Feb 23, 2025 — 1 min read

Broadway Star Cynthia Erivo to Host 78th Tony Awards

“Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo has been picked to host Broadway’s biggest night, the 78th Tony Awards due to be held at the Radio City Music Hall in New York in June. Erivo who was recently nominated for an Oscar in the musical fantasy film, said she was “proud and excited” to have been chosen. “I am looking forward to ushering the theatre community at large through a night that celebrates the wonderful performances we have witnessed throughout the year. I hope I can rise to the occasion,” she sa

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Feb 20, 2025 — 1 min read

Drake to Headline Wireless Festival for All Three Nights

Rapper Drake has been announced as the headliner for all three nights of this year's Wireless festival. It will be his first UK performance in six years, with the One Dance hitmaker due to play a bespoke set on each night. Wireless is celebrating 20 years and returns to Finsbury Park, London, between 11 and 13 July. Other artists confirmed to be playing across the weekend are Burna Boy, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Summer Walker and Vybz Kartel. Drake has most recently been embroiled in a rap beef with Su

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Feb 18, 2025 — 2 min read

Kendrick Lamar & SZA Nearly Sell Out All European “Grand National” Tour Dates in a Day

Kendrick Lamar and SZA hit the road in April. It goes without saying that 2025 is off to a great start for Kendrick Lamar. Earlier this month, he took home five Grammy awards for his hit Drake diss track, "Not Like Us." The following weekend, he was able to perform it in front of millions of viewers during his Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show. He was joined by SZA for the record-breaking performance, along with surprise guests Samuel L Jackson and Serena Williams. Kendrick and SZA are scheduled

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Feb 15, 2025 — 1 min read

Diddy has filed a lawsuit against NBC, seeking $100 million in damages related to a documentary.

The 55-year-old rapper, currently incarcerated while awaiting trial on charges related to sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation for the purpose of engaging in prostitution, has initiated legal action against the network and production company Ample regarding assertions made in their documentary titled ‘Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy.’ Documents submitted in New York, which were acquired by the Page Six column of the New York Post, indicate that the film alleges Diddy has engaged in

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Feb 15, 2025 — 3 min read

Chris Brown Hits 100 Weeks at No. 1 on R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay Chart

Chris Brown has reached a remarkable milestone, becoming only the second artist in history to accumulate 100 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart. The R&B superstar achieves this feat as his latest single, “Residuals”, climbs from No. 2 to No. 1 on the February 15chart, marking his 11th career No. 1 hit. The singer joins Drake, who has a record 176 weeks at No. 1 on R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay, in the triple-digit club among all artists since the chart launched in 1992. A CBE/RCA R

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Feb 12, 2025 — 2 min read

Serena Williams Steals the Spotlight at Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

Tennis legend Serena Williams made an unexpected appearance during Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime performance, bringing Compton spirit to football's biggest stage and making a not-so-subtle jab at Lamar's rap nemesis, Drake. Williams, the 23-time Grand Slam champion, emerged during Lamar's performance of "Not Like Us" and did a Crip Walk – a dance move that previously caused a stir when she did it at Wimbledon in 2012. After the show, Williams shared her excitement on Instagram, posting,

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Feb 11, 2025 — 1 min read

Kendrick Lamar, SZA, and Samuel L. Jackson Take Super Bowl Halftime Show Stage

The Super Bowl halftime show is one of the biggest musical events in the world, with about 1 out of every 3 Americans tuning in. Kendrick Lamar took to the Super Bowl LIX stage for the second time Sunday — but this time he headlined the show in front of millions watching around the world. Samuel L. Jackson opened the show in an Uncle Sam costume. “Salutations! It’s your uncle, Sam, and this is the great American game!” Jackson said done-up in red white and blue. Lamar’s appeared crouched ato

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Feb 10, 2025 — 4 min read