O.J. Simpson shared a video on twitter of him sharing his concerns about free agent NFL player Colin Kaepernick. “I’m a guy that’s been through just about everything, and the one thing I’ve learned is that sometimes your friends,” O.J. said, adding, “and I don’t doubt these are your friends, …
Read More »Mo’Nique Reportedly Suing Netflix For Discrimination
Comedienne/actress Mo’Nique is suing Netflix for discrimination. According to TMZ, the Oscar-winning actress claims that Netflix racially discriminated against her when negotiating a comedy special. In the suit, she says Amy Schumer received $11 Million for a comedy stand up, while the platform only offered Mo’Nique $500,000. However, as you …
Read More »Ciara Set To Host 2019 American Music Awards
Ciara is set to host the 2019 American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Nov. 24. CiCi performed her single “Level Up” with Missy Elliot at the AMAs last year, so she is coming back full throttle as a host for 2019. The singer/dancer has hosted …
Read More »Kanye West Is Reportedly Taking His Sunday Service To Joel Osteen’s Mega Church in Houston
Joel Osteen will be welcoming Kanye West to speak with him at his church in Houston, Texas, this Sunday, according to CNN. West will also come back later to perform with his “Sunday Service” choir. West was recently criticized by Pastor Jamal Bryant for his adoration of President Trump. This …
Read More »Holocaust Survivor Under Police Protection After Receiving 200 Threats Daily
89-year-old Liliana Segre is a Holocaust survivor who has been receiving hundreds of threats. She has currently been placed under police protection. According to CBS News, Segre has recently been receiving threats via social media. She currently lives in Italy as a Holocaust survivor. The BBC reports that she was …
Read More »Mother of Missing 5-year-old Stops Cooperating With The Police
The search for missing 5-year-old Taylor Williams heats up after mother discontinued her cooperation with the police. According to CBS News, an amber alert for the little girl was issued after she was reported missing in Jacksonville, Florida this last Wednesday, [Nov. 6]. Taylor’s mother Brianna Williams reportedly stated after …
Read More »Former NBA Commissioner David Stern Believes the League Should Remove Marijuana Ban
David Stern, former commissioner of the NBA, said at the SeventySix Capital Sports Innovation Conference that the basketball league should reconsider the ban on THC. According to CNBC, Stern stated that the ban is outdated and should be reviewed at the next collective bargaining agreement. “I think it’s time to …
Read More »11-Year-Old Boy Killed After Being Struck By Sheriff’s Deputy Patrol Car, Cop Will Not Be Charged
Dashcam video released this week shows a graphic accident in which a Michigan sheriff’s deputy patrol car hit and killed an 11-year-old boy on a minibike. Norman Hood Jr. passed May 28 due to his injuries as a result of the accident in Battle Creek, MI. According to NBC News, …
Read More »Keegan-Michael Key Set To Host New CBS Sports Game Show ‘Game On’
Keegan-Michael Key, best known for his role in Comedy Central’s sketch comedy series Key & Peele, will host a new sports game show titled ‘Game On’ on CBS. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the show will be based on a British show, ‘A League of Their Own,’ that is hosted …
Read More »Researchers Discover New HIV Strain, The First Discovered In Almost 20 Years
According to USA Today, researchers have found a new strain of HIV after almost 20 years. A new study published on Wednesday, [Nov. 7] by a peer-reviewed Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes revealed the first new strain of HIV since its classification in 2000. The researchers that confirmed this …
Read More »Chicago Police Superintendent Expected to Announce Retirement Amid Investigation Into Sleeping Incident
Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson is reportedly announcing his retirement this week, according to the Chicago Tribune. Johnson is reportedly considering retirement amid an investigation into an incident in which officers found him sleeping in his vehicle at a stop sign. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The Police Superintendent is believed to be retiring …
Read More »Malcolm Jenkins and Players Coalition Release PSA on Injustice and Police Brutality
NFL Player Malcolm Jenkins of the Philadelphia Eagles presented a PSA that sheds light on the injustices and biases in the police system of America. On Wed. [Nov. 6], Jenkins unveiled the PSA through the Players Coalition. The Players Coalition is an advocacy group that he co-founded along with NFL …
Read More »Former Starbucks Manager Sues Company for Racial Discrimination Over Viral Arrest of Two Black Men
The White regional manager of Starbucks that was terminated after two black men were arrested for waiting for someone to arrive at the Philadelphia location has filed a lawsuit for racial discrimination against the well-known coffee company. According to Newsweek, Shannon Phillips filed a lawsuit at the U.S. District Court …
Read More »Dr. Dre Will Receive A Grammy For His Iconic Production Work
According to Billboard, Dr. Dre is receiving a Grammy for his longstanding career as a legendary producer. The super producer has won a grand total of six Grammys, including three that were for producing or engineering. The special tribute from the Recording Academy’s Producers & Engineers Wing will be on …
Read More »4 Killed, Others Injured In Mass Shooting at Halloween Party In Northern California
A deadly mass shooting occurred last night during a Halloween party in Orinda, California. Four were shot dead, and others were wounded after shots rung out at the party, according to CBS News. It was reported to have happened late last night at an Airbnb Mansion. According to CBS News, …
Read More »Offset Set to Host New Car Series ”Skrtt with Offset”
Offset will be hosting a new series titled ‘Skrrt with Offset’ that will be sure to pique the interest of anyone that loves cars. The series will feature pop-culture celebrities, the story behind their cars, and a “one on one auto experience,” according to Deadline. The ’Skrrt with Offset’ series …
Read More »House Passes Vote for Trump’s Impeachment Investigation
The House of Representatives passed the vote on a Democratic resolution that lays out specific rules for the impeachment investigation of Trump. According to The Washington Post, the 232-to-196 vote created a split house with nearly all of the Democrats supporting the resolution. The main issue at hand is whether …
Read More »Taylor Swift Set To Receive the Artist Of The Decade Award at the 2019 AMAs
Taylor Swift has received many accolades in her music career, and now she can add one more to the list. The trophy the singer is set to be presented with is one for the history books. Swift has already received five American Music Award nominations this year, according to PEOPLE …
Read More »Ex-Colts Player Antonio Cromartie Believes He Got Cut For Taking A Knee
Ex-Colts player Antonio Cromartie recently revealed that he believes he was cut from the Indianapolis Colts back in 2016 because he took a knee. Cromartie, now 35-years-old, is not as recognized as Colin Kaepernick, but he believes that he ultimately “paid the same price,” according to Yahoo Sports. Cromartie thoroughly …
Read More »NCAA Officially Allows Student-Athletes To Get Paid For Their Name, Image And Likeness
This Tuesday, NCAA officials announced that college athletes will be able to benefit financially for any use of their name, image, and likeness, which is already true for one of the largest states in the US.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As reported by CBS News, the decision will add rules that will allow student-athletes …
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