On August 21, ahead of Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s “On the Run II” tour stop in South Carolina, students at six schools will be dismissed early, thanks to The Carters. According to local newspaper The State, Richland 1 School District officials expect heavy traffic from the Columbia concert, held at the …
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Travis Scott is clapping back at the security company who was supposed to maintain order and safety during one of his concerts that left a fan severely injured. According to documents obtained by The Blast, Scott countersued The Bowery and Strike Force Protective Services, claiming their, recklessness and carelessness contributed …
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Chris Matic feels “honored and inspired” to be on a label with “such legendary greatness” that’s connected to the likes of the Notorious B.I.G. and Sean “Diddy” Combs. The Jamaican-born rapper, singer, and songwriter (born Christopher Orlando McClymont) is the debut artist for I.B. (Invisible Bully) Music, which is founded …
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After spending eleven months in jail for murder, former East Mississippi Community College running back and “Last Chance U” star, Isaiah Wright, has been released. In September, Wright was arrested and charged in connection to the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old Caleb Radford. The arrest came just two years after the …
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“Diff’rent Strokes” star Todd Bridges has been granted a temporary restraining order against his ex-girlfriend after the couple’s bad break-up took a turn for the worse. According to The Blast, Bridges says he called it quits with Melissa Hill last month, but since then, he says she’s been on social …
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After months of legal back and forth over Usher’s sexual health, one of the women accusing him of exposing her to herpes is firing back, amid the singer’s attempt to have her case dismissed. The accuser, Laura Helm, filed a suit against the Atlanta-bred singer, for the second time, earlier …
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ABC’s daytime programming will be getting a new talk show host in veteran journalist Tamron Hall. Hall, who hails from Luling, Texas, made a mark in her journalism career as a general assignment and consumer reporter when she spent 10 years in Chicago at WFLD. She eventually was promoted to …
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Some of the biggest celebrities have participated in James Corden’s hit show Carpool Karaoke, except for Kanye West – because he’s cancelled three times. On Tuesday, Kris Jenner appeared on the late-night show where the two discussed his catchy program. Jenner then asked why he’s never thought to have West …
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The son and widow of late rapper Eazy-E have reportedly settled a dispute over the use of the terms “N.W.A.” and “Ruthless.” According to the Blast, Tomica Woods-Wright and Eric Wright reached a decision that will prohibit Eazy’s son, Eric, from using the names “Straight Outta Compton,” “N.W.A.” and “Ruthless.” …
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The NCAA introduced a set of significant new rule changes Wednesday that has left the NBA and USA Basketball “blindsided”, according to a league insider. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski took to Twitter to detail the response felt from the NCAA’s announcement. “Few are pleased w/ NCAA’s handling of release,” Wojnarowski tweeted. …
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Thirteen North Carolina football players have been suspended for selling team-issued Nike shoes. On Monday, the school made the announcement that the suspensions will range from one to four games. According to The Washington Post, the suspensions will be staggered for certain players “to protect the health and safety of …
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Nearly five years after Kanye West’s Twitter attack on Jimmy Kimmel over the host’s 2013 video spoof of West’s BBC interview from the same year, the Chicago-bred rapstar is set to make an appearance Kimmel’s talk show, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” On Tuesday, Kimmel took to Twitter to announce the Thursday …
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As the 2018-19 NFL season approaches, and amid continued controversy surrounding protests during the National Anthem, many are sharing their own opinions about the silent protests. While most players have exercised their right to protest despite the league’s opposition, others, both current and former, have declined to participate, with some …
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YaraShadidi wants “Grown-Ish” and “Black-Ish” creator #KenyaBarris to cast Black people with darker complexions. Black-ish’s spinoff “Grown-ish” made its debut earlier this year and has since gained a mass, loyal audience. Viewers love the show, much like they do “Black-ish,” for its raw and candid take on life and the …
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On August 8, 1988, 30 years ago today, West Coast gangsta rap group, N.W.A. released their debut studio album, “Straight Outta Compton,” on Eazy-E’s label Ruthless Records. Produced by group members, Dr. Dre and DJ Yella, the album served as an introduction to gangsta rap, as it highlighted the lifestyle …
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