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Boosie Badazz, the Baton Rouge rapper known for his raw storytelling and Southern Hip Hop influence, was awarded an honorary PhD in music composition from Heritage University, a Christian institution. The ceremony took place this month, where Boosie, born Torence Ivy Hatch Jr., was recognized for his contributions to the music industry. The decision to […]
Former NFL quarterback Cam Newton and comedian Jasmin Brown are expecting their second child together, announced Brown on Mother’s Day. This will be Newton’s ninth child. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, in March 2024. Newton has seven children from previous relationships and has expressed a desire for a large family, emphasizing the […]
Model Denise Bidot has publicly accused rapper Lil Wayne of emotional and physical abuse. On Mother’s Day, Bidot claims Wayne ended their relationship via text message and had her and her teenage daughter, Joselyn Adams, removed from their shared home. In a series of Instagram stories, Bidot, 38, alleges that Wayne instructed his assistants to […]
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested at an ICE detention facility in the city, and was accused of trespassing while protestors looked on.
Motherhood is a full-time job on its own, but some women make it look effortless even while growing a whole human. Some women go into full rest mode when they’re pregnant (and rightfully so). But these mommas? They were booked, busy, and glowing while doing it. RELATED: Sing to Me: 13 R&B Songs About Momma for […]
The defense requested that the judge delay jury selection for Diddy's trial, moving the final day until Monday before opening statements.
Carla Hayden, the first woman and first Black American to lead the Library of Congress, has been abruptly removed from her post by Donald Trump. The news broke late on May 8 when it was revealed that Hayden received her termination notice by email, sparking widespread criticism from lawmakers and advocates across the country. Text […]
t is clear Kendrick Lamar had a banner year in 2024. He leads the nominations for the 25th BET Awards with 10 nods. As spotted on Deadline, Kendrick Lamar is poised to be the man of the hour at the 2025 BET Awards. On Wednesday (May 7), the television network announced the nominations for their […]
Iman Shumpert and Teyana Taylor’s divorce battle is heating up again—this time with both sides accusing each other of violating court orders and asking the judge to throw the other in jail. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). On May 5, Iman, 34, filed a […]
Kendrick Lamar, Future, and Metro Boomin have been hit with a lawsuit over their chart-topping track “Like That,” stemming from alleged unpaid royalties related to a sample.
Pope Leo XIV, the newly-named head of the Catholic Church, hails from Creole ancestry, according to a genealogist.
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