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Akon His wife Tomeka Thiam files for divorce

Drake Puts the Spotlight on Magic City When it comes to inspiration, Drake has never been shy about crediting the women and nightlife spaces that fuel his creativity. Now, the Toronto superstar is pulling back the curtain in a brand-new project: Magic City: An American Fantasy. The highly anticipated docuseries, which Drake both produces and appears in, explores the cultural power of Atlanta’s legendary Magic City strip club—a place long tied to the rise of Southern hip-hop. For Drake, though, it’s more than just an iconic venue. It’s a muse. “I make my music for those girls,” he says in…

Lil Durk Wants His Day in Court—Now Chicago rap star Lil Durk (real name: Durk Banks) is staring down one of the most critical moments of his career, but he isn’t waiting around. With his federal trial scheduled for October 2025, prosecutors and co-defendants are now pushing to delay proceedings until January 2026—a move Durk flatly rejects. In a September 12 filing, lawyers for multiple defendants argued that the case’s complexity and broad scope make a postponement necessary. They claimed a delay would give defense attorneys more time to prepare against the wide-ranging charges. Durk’s team, however, responded in no…

Atlanta rap star Young Thug is once again at the center of controversy — this time not because of his ongoing RICO trial, but due to a string of leaked jailhouse phone calls that have spilled into the public eye. The recordings, which surfaced online this week, reveal candid conversations where Thug allegedly made disparaging remarks about other artists, addressed infidelities, and laid bare some of his private struggles. What might have stayed behind prison walls has now fueled headlines, putting even more pressure on a rapper already living under hip-hop’s most unforgiving spotlight. Young Thug Responds With Music Never…

Pharrell Williams is bringing his star power all the way to the Vatican. The Grammy-winning producer, artist, and creative visionary will co-direct Grace For The World, a free, history-making concert set to take place in St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. The event is part of the closing celebrations for the World Meeting on Human Fraternity, a two-day summit uniting global leaders, innovators, and cultural icons to spark dialogue and promote unity across nations. And this isn’t just another concert — it’s being billed as a once-in-a-lifetime cultural moment. A Night of Gospel, Unity, and…

Pope Leo XIV greets US singer Pharrell Williams during a meeting

Pharrell Williams attends the 2025 French Open

Jay-Z is betting big on New York City — literally. In a new interview with City & State New York, the hip-hop mogul and Roc Nation founder opened up about why he’s throwing his full support — and a $250,000 bid — behind plans to bring a casino to the heart of Times Square. Partnering with real estate giant SL Green and gaming powerhouse Caesars Entertainment, Jay says the project is about much more than cards and slot machines. To him, it’s about culture, community, and cementing NYC’s status as the ultimate global entertainment hub. Why Times Square? Jay-Z Explains…

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When Lizzo hits the grocery store, it’s never just a shopping trip — it’s a full-on entertainment moment. The Grammy-winning superstar recently linked up with Texas rapper BigXthaPlug for a Walmart grocery run, streaming the entire experience live on Twitch. What started as a fun outing quickly turned into a viral soda showdown that had fans laughing — and picking sides. The Soda Aisle Standoff As the pair strolled down the beverage aisle, Lizzo declared her love for Coke Zero, calling it her go-to “healthy” soda option. “We got to get some Coke Zeros,” she said confidently. BigX, however, wasn’t…