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Druski’s latest viral sketch has sparked a familiar debate. This time, it’s centered on megachurch culture and where humor crosses into discomfort. Did Druski strike the wrong nerve? Lecrae isn’t buying it. The comedian’s satire, which pokes fun at over-the-top pastors, luxury-driven sermons, and aggressive fundraising tactics, spread rapidly across social media. While many viewers […]
If you recently got a text from Verizon offering a $20 account credit, you’re not alone… and no, it’s not a scam.With phishing texts on the rise, plenty of customers hesitated when the message started circulating. But Verizon has confirmed the credit is legitimate and is being offered to customers impacted by a recent nationwide […]
Stephen A. Smith is responding to growing criticism over his comments about the fatal Minnesota ICE shooting of Renee Nicole Good, saying his words were taken out of context and misrepresented in media coverage. The ESPN personality addressed the backlash on his self-titled show, pointing specifically to a New York Post headline that read, “Stephen […]
Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good have taken a major step in reconnecting with their African roots. The actor and actress were officially granted citizenship in Guinea this week after tracing their ancestry to the West African nation through DNA testing. According to the BBC, the couple traveled to the country and took part in a […]
East Baltimore drivers will soon see increased speed enforcement near local schools as the city rolls out two new speed cameras aimed at improving safety for students and residents. The Baltimore City Department of Transportation announced that enforcement will begin on or shortly after Monday at the following locations: The cameras will operate weekdays from […]
Kanye West has officially revealed the track list for his upcoming album Bully, doing so through a newly launched website that’s also selling physical editions of the project. The rollout was understated but intentional. The site offers vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, and box sets tied to the album, including a collectible set featuring the grills […]
Attorneys for Sean “Diddy” Combs are pushing back against his prison sentence, accusing the judge who oversaw the case of unfairly influencing the outcome. According to TMZ, Combs’ legal team has filed an appeal seeking to overturn his 50-month federal sentence, handed down just months after he was convicted on two counts of violating the […]
Missy Elliott is taking a moment to show gratitude after reaching a milestone no other female rapper has achieved. The Virginia native has officially become the first woman in hip-hop history to earn six consecutive platinum studio albums, a run that cements her legacy as one of the genre’s most influential artists. Following the news, […]
Xania Monet is addressing the backlash surrounding her rise in music, directly and unapologetically, in a new song aimed at her critics. Released Friday, December 19, “Say My Name With Respect” features the AI-generated singer responding to growing skepticism about her place in the industry. Monet was created using artificial intelligence by Mississippi poet Telisha ‘Nikki’ Jones, and her […]
Wes Moore has signed a new executive order aimed at tackling Maryland’s rising energy bills and pushing for long-term affordability across the state. The order, titled Building an Affordable and Reliable Energy Future, is designed to address what Moore calls a system that no longer works for consumers. He pointed to outdated policies, an aging power grid, […]
Federal and local authorities say multiple drug trafficking operations have been shut down in West Baltimore’s Penn North neighborhood, months after a deadly mass overdose drew national attention to the area. On Friday, the DEA and Baltimore Police Department announced the takedown of three alleged drug organizations they say were operating in the neighborhood following a joint investigation that […]
Cardi B has fans doing a double take after suggesting she might not be in a rush to return to the United States following a recent trip overseas. During an Instagram Live session from Saudi Arabia, the rapper shared her experience in the country and hinted that she’s seriously enjoying life there. So much so, that she […]