On Friday, Montana lawmakers approved SB 419 in a 54-43 vote, which is the most significant step taken by a state so far in opposition to TikTok. The bill prohibits app stores from offering the option to download the app. It also makes it unlawful for the company to operate …

Lil Durk has teamed up with Amazon Music to offer two Chicago students with $50,000 scholarships each to attend Howard University. As stated in a press release, Durk, Amazon Music, Rotation, and Neighborhood Heroes will grant $50,000 in scholarships to two outstanding Howard University scholars. To be eligible for the …

A U.S. tech company reveals the world’s first “smart gun.” Biofire Technologies has recently introduced a new 9mm handgun. The firearm is equipped with advanced security features such as fingerprint and 3D infrared facial recognition. The new firearm is capable of functioning effectively even when users are wearing gloves or …

According to officials, 35-year-old LaShawn Thompson was apprehended in Atlanta for a misdemeanor battery charge last year. He was then taken to Fulton County Jail, where he was placed in the psychiatric wing after being diagnosed with a mental illness. The Medical Examiner’s report states that Thompson was discovered unresponsive …

Timbaland is still getting his flowers for his influence in the music business. On Thursday, the Pioneer Award was presented to the groundbreaking producer at Variety’s Miami Entertainment Town event to recognize his innovative work. At the event, DJ Khaled, a fellow producer, eagerly conveyed his admiration for the awardee …

A bill that would prevent discrimination based on hair color in schools, workplaces, and housing, regardless of race, has passed in the Texas House. Following the 143-5 vote, the state moved one step closer to enacting a law based on the experiences of two Black high schoolers near Houston who …

Lolo Jones criticized Shaquille O’Neal after he referred to Angel Reese as LSU’s greatest of all time. Jones, a former LSU track star, recently learned about Shaq’s comments on his Big Podcast. During the episode, Shaq suggested Reese was the greatest athlete to emerge from Baton Rouge, which Jones strongly …

Abortion medication is still available but under stricter regulations. On Friday, a Texas lower court judge issued a decision that entirely blocks the FDA’s authorization of mifepristone. However, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has temporarily restricted this decision. The ruling permits the FDA’s original authorization of mifepristone to …

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant has submitted a legal claim in response to the lawsuit filed by a teenager suing him over assault, slander, and battery. On Wednesday, a lawsuit was filed against 18-year-old Joshua Holloway, claiming he has harmed Morant’s public image. The suit adds that Holloway has …

After discovering what NPR Tiny Desk Concert is, rapper Juvenile has reportedly secured his own episode! Last week, a fan-led Twitter campaign aimed to persuade the 48-year-old rapper to participate in the well-known concert series. It all started when a supporter tweeted NPR, urging them to include the rapper in …

Rick Ross surprised Meek Mill by purchasing his Atlanta mansion for $4.2 million, thereby expanding his real estate holdings. As per TMZ, the sale of a huge Georgia residence, which was on the market for nearly two years, has reportedly been finalized by the MMG boss. According to reports, Rozay followed …

Webbie addresses backlash he received after posting a Pimp C tribute. Over the weekend, the Louisiana rapper posted a picture on Instagram where he was seen wearing a black fur coat along with a matching hat, black jeans, and white sneakers. In the photo, Webbie revealed his “Savage Life” tattoo …

The Los Angeles Lakers are adding two players to their team to strengthen their roster for the playoffs. On Sunday, ESPN reporter Dave McMenamin revealed that the NBA team is in the process of signing veteran Tristan Thompson and combo guard Shaquille Harrison. “The Lakers are signing two players today …

Two minors were arrested for their involvement in the fatal shooting of three teenagers in Florida, while the third suspect is still on the loose. 12-year-old Christopher Atkins and 17-year-old Robert Robinson are facing murder charges for the homicides of Layla Silvernail, Camille Quarles, and an unidentified male that occurred …

Daniel Perry, a US Army sergeant, has been convicted of killing a BLM protester during a 2020 rally in Austin. Following an eight-day trial and two days of deliberations, a Travis county jury in Texas has found Perry guilty of the murder of Garrett Foster, who was an air force …

It has been almost three weeks since Amanda Bynes was found wandering the streets of Los Angeles without clothes. But according to reports, she is still under care in a mental health facility. According to TMZ, the facility where the actress receives care has not forced her to remain there, …

Seven years after collaborating with a sportswear line as a trans woman, Caitlyn Jenner criticizes Nike for becoming “woke” due to their partnership with trans-TikTok star Dylan Mulvaney. Following Mulvaney’s Nike brand deal announcement, which included showcasing Nike pants and a sports bra in a series of Instagram posts, Jenner …

A man was taken into custody for trespassing and vandalizing Tina Knowles‘ property. TMZ recently reported that LAPD quickly responded to Knowles’ residence last week after reports of a man hurling rocks at her mailbox from the front of the home. According to sources, law enforcement dispatched multiple units, including …

Daniel Caesar addresses his controversial 2019 statement about black people. In an interview with Apple Music 1, the Canadian singer-songwriter talked about the criticism he received for supporting his friend, YesJulz, despite her distasteful remarks about Scottie Beam and Karen Civil. Aside from the comments, YesJulz was also heavily criticized …

A Florida teacher was terminated after instructing students to draft their own obituaries in preparation for an active shooter drill. According to Jeffrey Keene, a psychology teacher at Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando, say he felt that he exercised good judgement when he gave an assignment to his first …