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The family of the man who passed away in a jail cell infested with bed bugs last year has finally reached a $4 million settlement with Fulton County officials. On Wednesday, the County Commissioners voted 6-0 in favor of the settlement linked to LaShawn Thompson, 35. Attorneys for his family …

Jonathan Majors briefly appeared in court on Thursday as his domestic assault trial got off to a slow start. The “Creed 3” star showed up to the Manhattan courthouse clutching a bible with his rumored girlfriend, actress Meagan Good. His defense attorney Priya Chaudhry was also in attendance, though no …

Busta Rhymes has revealed that a terrifying health scare during sex is what prompted him to drop 100 pounds. The “Touch It” star is among several hip-hop greats to grace the new cover of Men’s Health Magazine. The adored MC detailed how he has been on a health journey recently …

Donald Trump pleaded not guilty Thursday to four federal charges that he attempted to overturn the 2020 election. Trump, the leading candidate for the GOP in the 2024 election, faces charges of conspiracy to defraud the United States, conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding, obstruction of an official proceeding, and …

Joseline Hernandez could face time behind bars after being hit with additional charges stemming from her viral Big Lex beatdown.  The “Love & Hip-Hop” alum has been charged with two counts of battery against a law enforcement officer, Local 10 News reports. If you recall, after Hernandez brutally battered the Big Lex …

A sports official is out of work temporarily after a video showed her niece slowly skipping to the finish line. The viral clip has demonstrated a grotesque display of nepotism on behalf of official Khadijo Aden Dahir. Authorities believe she allowed her untrained niece to compete in the International University …

A lawsuit has been brought against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly and Co., the creators of Ozempic and Mounjaro, by a personal injury law firm. The suit claims that these diabetes drugs, known for their weight loss benefits, have the potential to induce gastroparesis, a condition causing stomach paralysis. According …

Lupe Fiasco and Google have partnered to create an A.I. tool designed to be used by rappers. TextFX, “specifically (focuses) on the writing process of creating raps.” Users can experiment with word variations, a technique Lupe uses in his own lyric writing. “Rap is born out of technology,” he explains …

A fugitive is charged with masterminding a nearly decade-long $30 million bible scam. Jason Gerald Shenk, 45, is accused of executing the scam using funds from faith-based charities and individuals in Ohio and North Carolina from April 2010 to July 2019. According to prosecutors, Shenk reportedly told donors the money …

The Orlando Magic is making it very clear where its support for Ron DeSantis stands, donating $50,000 to his campaign. The team made the shocking contribution on June 26th, as reported by the Federal Election Commission. The donation was the Magic’s first to the presidential campaign, though, in the past, …

After filing a similar complaint last year, former friend Tirzah Morris is suing comedians Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears again, this time for defamation. Both comedians have repeatedly denied the allegations from the 2022 lawsuit that accused Haddish and Spears of involving Morris’ underage children in explicit acts for a …

More women are speaking out about Lizzo’s questionable behavior. Her former documentarian, Sophia Nahli Allison, is the latest to enter the chat. The filmmaker took to her Instagram on Tuesday to add her two cents to the flurry of accusations against the singer. According to Allison, she was summoned to …

Several of Hollywood’s biggest names are banding together to help SAG-AFTRA members as the strikes drag on.  Just days after Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson donated an undisclosed seven-figure amount to actors on the picket line, multiple stars have donated $1 million a piece to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation. The much-needed financial …

On Monday, an Alabama lawmaker proposed felony charges for anyone faking abductions following Carlee Russell’s case. “This fictitious kidnapping caused fear and shock not only throughout the legislative district I represent but also throughout our state and nation,” Alabama state Sen. April Weaver, said in a statement, calling Russell’s actions …

Kylie Jenner has been transformed into mini Bratz dolls for a limited-edition collection. This first-ever celebrity collaboration features six “Bratzified” versions of the makeup mogul wearing her iconic red carpet outfits. The outfits will include the corseted black dress and crystal crown she wore at the opening of the Thierry …

After closing its physical stores following bankruptcy, Bed Bath & Beyond has reemerged as an online-only brand under new owner Overstock.com. According to Overstock CEO Jonathan Johnson, the company will redirect its visitors to BedBathandBeyond.com, which offers a variety of home products, including bathroom, bedroom, and kitchen items, and an …

A Georgia mother is furious after a downtown Atlanta restaurant accidentally served alcoholic drinks to young kids at a birthday party, with the youngest being three years old. Souljah Perdue says the group was there to celebrate her 11-year-old daughter’s birthday, but things went sour while they were at the …

Former NBA star Dwyane Wade and actress Gabrielle Union talk about their move to California to make a better life for their family. The married couple sat down for the cover of Parents’ first digital issue to discuss their decision to move from Florida to California as a family. The …

Method Man revealed details about his past that some may not know. During his rise to fame in the 90s as a Wu-Tang founding member and sex symbol was met with depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. “I was just being irresponsible, with many things coming back to bite me all …

A historically black fraternity is now a part of the University of Colorado’s campus culture. Omega Psi Phi was first established on the campus in the 90s and officially came back in November 2022, Black Enterprise reported. Thanks to Joshua Jynes, a former football player and member of current coach …