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Meek Mill, the Philadelphia-born rapper, took a definitive step by blocking DJ Akademiks on X, potentially marking the end of a prolonged and bitter feud that had fans irritated. The origins of their beef trace back to an incident where DJ Akademiks linked Meek Mill to a controversial lawsuit involving …

The third and fourth self-proclaimed Mississippi “Goon Squad” former officers were sentenced Wednesday after they admitted to torturing two Black men in a racist attack last January. Former deputy Daniel Ready Opdyke was sentenced to 17.5 years and Christian Lee Dedmon was sentenced to 40 years in prison. Both men, …

The “Quiet on the Set” documentary has set the internet ablaze and forced us to re-evaluate our childhoods.  The HBO Max documentary shined a spotlight on the abusive culture surrouding Nickelodeon and several of its early 2000s productions. Much of the allegations centered around dialogue coach Brian Peck, who was …

Meek Mill and Akademiks are once again going back and forth on social media, this time over the rapper’s future philanthropic efforts.  The Dream Chasers’ founder took to Twitter to detail upcoming measures regarding his plans to help his hometown.  “Ima do a public contract with the city of Philadelphia …

Dr. Dre was honored Tuesday at a Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony. The rapper and producer’s star is next to Snoop Dogg’s star, who also attended the star-revealing ceremony.  Snoop spoke fondly about Dre, whom he called his “brother from another mother.” Snoop Dogg also thanked Dr. Dre for their …

Two of six Mississippi “Goon Squad” former officers received yearslong sentences Tuesday for the racist torture of two Black men. Hunter Elward was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison (241 months). In addition, Jeffrey Middleton was sentenced to 17.5 years in federal prison. The remaining four ex-officers—Brett McAlpin, Christian …

Danielle Brooks opens up about life in the limelight since her portrayal of Sofia in The Color Purple. In an exclusive chat with Baller Alert, she revealed that transitioning from Broadway to television has posed challenges, particularly when navigating red carpets and interviews. “The work itself is my passion and therapy,” …

R&B group 702 made waves in the mid-to-late 1990s and early 2000s with their infectious harmonies. In the early days, the group consisted of twins Irish and Orish Grinstead, their sister LeMisha and friend Kameelah Williams. However, Orish left the group early on, leaving the trio we know today as …

Beyonce, who tends to be quieter when speaking out publicly, recently shared that ‘Act 2: Cowboy Carter’ came about after she went through an experience where she did “not feel welcomed.” In a lengthy Instagram post, the iconic singer wrote that the idea for the highly anticipated follow-up to “Renaissance” …

Authorities have reported at least 270 arrests in Miami Beach this month during spring break. Between March 1 and March 17, authorities have recorded a total of 274 arrests citywide, encompassing a range of charges. The announcement follows the city’s “Spring Break Breakup” campaign launched ahead of spring break, aimed …

From her early days on Black-ish to her current role in Grown-ish, Yara Shahidi has blossomed into a remarkable young woman before our eyes. Similarly, Trevor Jackson has transitioned from his Disney Channel days to becoming a music sensation and starring as Aaron in Grown-ish. Shahidi and Jackson reflected on …

An Ohio woman received a life sentence without parole on Monday for the death of her 16-month-old daughter, following her guilty plea to charges of aggravated murder and child endangerment, as announced by the Cuyahoga County prosecutor’s office. Kristel Candelario, 32, admitted to leaving her daughter, Jailyn, unattended for over …

Richard Simmons’ spokesperson has clarified that he is not terminally ill, following a Facebook post that suggested otherwise. On Monday, Simmons shared a message on his verified social media pages stating, “I have some news to tell you. Please don’t be sad. I am…dying. Oh, I can see your faces …

A new study reveals that social media enthusiasts are resorting to permanent alterations to resemble filters instead of relying on face-tune. Boston University researchers found that spending more time on apps and using photo editing tools is linked to dissatisfaction with appearance and a desire to change physical features. “Selfie …

Bruno Mars allegedly owing millions to the MGM casino in Las Vegas is fake news. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bruno Mars (@brunomars) On Monday, MGM Resorts International issued a statement to Complex, disputing reports that Mars has racked up a $50 million tab through excessive …

Blue Bell is introducing a new flavor for anyone who’s a fan of butter cake. On Monday, the creamery introduced its Gooey Butter Cake Ice Cream, which sounds like a fan-favorite contender. The delicious treat combines cream cheese swirl and chunky batter pieces. The ice cream flavor is an ode …

A parent from Baltimore embezzled $29,000 from a school fundraiser, using the funds for DraftKings and FanDuel activities. This month, James Michael Harris, the former treasurer of the Parent-Teacher-Student Association at Stemmers Run Middle School, entered a guilty plea for theft. The police had initially issued a warrant for his …

Idris and Sabrina Elba, Hollywood’s power couple, have been reveling in marital bliss since their dreamy wedding in 2019. In an exclusive chat with Baller Alert, the lovebirds spilled the beans on their journey of love and self-discovery. Idris, known for his serious demeanor on-screen, revealed how Sabrina has brought …

Blaise Taylor has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder for the deaths of his girlfriend and her five-month-old fetus. Nashville authorities say Taylor, a 28-year-old former college football player at Arkansas State and an analyst at Texas A&M, fatally poisoned his girlfriend Jade Benning, and her five-month-old fetus, …

The dress code for women in the U.S. Marine Corps has been updated. Earlier this week, the Marine Corps announced that female Marines will no longer need to wear pantyhose with their uniform skirt. “Effective immediately, the wear of hosiery with skirts is optional,” the Marines Corps said in a …