When it comes to new artists on the block, Lakeyah‘s name is one to mention. From slam poetry to rapping in her car, she is now one of Quality Control’s hottest signees and hip hop’s newest “it” girl. Baller Alert caught up with the self-proclaimed female goat, where she shared …
Read More »Instagram Getting Rid of TikTok-Like Full Screen Feed, But Plans To Continue Pushing Reels
Following growing criticism, Instagram’s TikTok-like full-screen feature is taking a backseat, with the social media app canceling the beta test of its full-screen feed. However, Instagram will continue pushing for Reels, a TikTok-style feature that lets users record and share videos for 90 seconds. “I’m glad we took a risk — …
Read More »Black Family Sues Sesame Street Theme Park for $25M Alleging Discrimination Against Black Guests
A Sesame Street-themed amusement park is being sued for $25 million by a Baltimore family who says that many costumed characters neglected a 5-year-old Black girl at a meet-and-greet session last month. The complaint was brought about by a video that went viral on social media and appeared to show …
Read More »He Wants That Old Thing Back: Lamar Odom Says Khloé Kardashian Could’ve Just Hollered at Him for Another Baby
Looks like Lamar Odom is still stuck on Khloe Kardashian. Page Six recently caught up with Odom and asked him about his thoughts on the news of his ex-wife having another baby with Tristan Thompson via surrogate. “She could’ve just hollered at me for that,” he joked. This isn’t the first time …
Read More »Ricky Martin’s Nephew Withdraws Incest and Harassment Claims Against Singer, Case Gets Dismissed
Following shocking incest allegations, Ricky Martin’s 21-year-old nephew’s protection order against the “Livin’ La Vida Loca” singer has been dismissed. On Thursday, Martin’s attorneys said that the Puerto Rico courts did not extend Yadiel Sanchez’s temporary protection order, just as they had “anticipated.” “The accuser confirmed to the court that his …
Read More »Lil Baby and Future Set to Perform at Days of Summer Cruise Fest In July 2023
The popular Days of Summer Cruise Fest is officially back! Branded as the only hip-hop music fest at sea and sailing aboard the luxurious Norwegian Sky, the festival will take place July 2 – 5, 2023, leaving out of Miami, FL. The four-night/three-day sailing aboard hip-hop’s premiere music festival cruise …
Read More »Prices of Bread are Rising Faster Than Inflation, Causing Sticker Shock of $10 Per Loaf
In the midst of decades-high inflation, grocery shoppers are experiencing sticker shock over bread prices, a report found. Some grocery stores are now charging $10 for artisanal bread and other premium bread options, making a pantry staple expensive for consumers already struggling with high gas prices. According to Mark Cohen, …
Read More »Sesame Place Responds to Viral Video of Character Snubbing Two Little Black Girls, More Parents Share Similar Experiences
As we reported, a viral video caught the attention of many after a Sesame Street live character snubbed two black girls at a parade. The girl’s mother posted the video showing the character walking the parade. As the performer walks down the parade waving, the two little black girls reach …
Read More »Black-owned African Spirits Group Enters The US Market With The Help of Kenny Burns
Black-owned African Vodka and Gin has entered the chat! The Black-owned African spirits group Spearhead recently announced that it had raised $3 million. Funded by Pendulum, a strategic investment and advisory platform for founders and leaders of color, this investment marks the group’s entry into the U.S — which will further …
Read More »Kim Kardashian Says She Never Had Face Fillers Despite Visible Changes Over The Years
Despite her face appearing significantly different from when we first met Kim Kardashian in the early 2000s, the beauty mogul denies having facial fillers. The Skims founder sat down with Allure recently, where she revealed that she has gotten Botox injections in her face but has never received fillers of …
Read More »President Biden Signs Executive Order Protecting Access to Abortions and Reproductive Healthcare Services [Video]
Two weeks after the conservative majority on the Supreme Court voted to reverse the landmark Roe v. Wade decision, President Joe Biden signed a new executive order addressing Americans’ access to abortion. Along with Vice President Kamala Harris and the Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra, Biden denounced …
Read More »Disneyland Instagram Account Hacked By Self-Proclaimed “Super Hacker,” Left Racist and Homophobic Posts, Plus Claims of Inventing Covid
A self-proclaimed “super hacker” temporarily hacked the Disneyland Resort Instagram account early Thursday morning, sharing racist and homophobic posts. “I am a super hacker that is here to bring revenge upon Disney land,” wrote David Do, alongside a photo of what appears to be himself, saying that he is sick …
Read More »Actor James Caan, Known for His Roles in “The Godfather,” “Misery” and “Elf,” Dies at 82
Oscar-nominated actor James Caan best known for his work in “The Godfather,” “Misery” and “Elf,” died Wednesday, his family revealed in a statement Thursday on Twitter. “It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6,” the statement read. “The …
Read More »This Week’s Round-Up of Relatable Tweets
What’s up, Baller fam? It’s time for a mid-week pick-me-up! Check out our weekly round-up of funny and relatable tweets and let us know which ones you relate to the most. Not liking me is coo but recruiting other ppl to not like me with you is WILD 😭😭 — …
Read More »Adele Opens Up About Wanting More Kids With Rich Paul: “I Definitely Would Like a Couple More Kids”
Adele, 34, spoke candidly about her desire to have more children with host Lauren Laverne during the most recent episode of BBC’s Desert Island Discs. The singer already has a son, Angelo, 9, who she shares with her ex-husband Simon Konecki. “I definitely would like a couple more kids,” she …
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