Author: Wamala

A Manhattan courtroom has become the battleground for a powerful and emotional case involving music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, as a former assistant—identified in court as “Mia”—delivers harrowing testimony about alleged abuse spanning years. Mia took the stand to describe what she called a pattern of emotional manipulation, sexual misconduct, and psychological control during her time working closely with Combs. The testimony painted a troubling picture of life behind the scenes of the music empire. Allegations Date Back to 2009 Among the incidents Mia described was a 2009 assault at the Plaza Hotel during Diddy’s birthday celebration. She also recounted…

There’s no love lost between Pusha T and Drake, and the tension continues to simmer. In a new interview with GQ, the Virginia-bred rapper addressed Drake’s federal lawsuit against Kendrick Lamar and Universal Music Group (UMG), making it clear he no longer considers Drake a top-tier MC. “I don’t rate him no more,” Pusha said bluntly. “The suing thing is bigger than some rap s**t. It just kind of cheapens the art of it.” Pusha T Reflects on Past Feud: “I Did the Dance for Real” Pusha also revisited his explosive 2018 diss track, “The Story of Adidon,” which exposed…

If you’re hoping for a sequel to Sinners, don’t hold your breath. Ryan Coogler, the acclaimed filmmaker behind the box office hit, has officially ruled out the possibility of a follow-up. Speaking with EBONY in April, Coogler made it clear that he’s moving away from franchise filmmaking—for now. “I’ve been in a space of making franchise films for a bit, so I wanted to get away from that,” he explained. “I was looking forward to working on a film that felt original and personal to me.” A Standalone Vision, Not a Franchise Coogler emphasized that Sinners was designed to be…

Director Ryan Coogler

“We Nearly Canceled,” Questlove Admits After Festival Delay and Chaos Over the weekend, what was supposed to be a celebration of music, culture, and community turned into a logistical nightmare at the 18th annual Roots Picnic 2025. With headliners like Latto, Meek Mill, GloRilla, and Lenny Kravitz on the bill, expectations were sky-high. But Mother Nature had other plans—and fans were left waiting in hours-long lines, trudging through muddy terrain, and coping with a major delay. Now, Questlove—co-founder of The Roots and the visionary behind the festival—has broken his silence. “This Year Has Been Particularly Challenging” — Questlove Opens Up…

A tragic shooting erupted early Sunday morning, June 1, during a party at a residence in Mountain View, North Carolina, leaving one person dead and 11 others injured, local authorities confirmed. Gunfire Erupts at Party with 100+ Attendees At around 12:45 a.m., the Hickory Police Department responded to a report of multiple people shot at a home on Walnut Acres Drive, according to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). “Deputies arrived to find multiple people had been shot and began rendering aid,” said Major Aaron Turk during a press conference. Officials estimate that more than 100 people were present when…

1 Dead, 11 Injured in Mass Shooting at N C House Party

A devastating fire engulfed the historic Victory Mill in Saratoga County, New York, on Saturday, May 31, reducing a nearly 180-year-old landmark to ruins. Now, a 14-year-old is facing arson charges in connection with the inferno. Flames Erupt at Beloved Community Landmark The fire broke out around 2:27 p.m. in the village of Victory Mills, with flames quickly spreading throughout the large structure, officials from the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) confirmed. Local fire crews responded swiftly, but the intensity of the blaze forced them into a defensive strategy, according to Fire Chief Ryan Campbell of the Victory Mills Fire…

14-Year-Old Arrested for Alleged Arson After Fire Destroys Nearly 180-Year-Old Mill in New York

Kylie Jenner may be Timothée Chalamet’s No. 1 cheerleader, but not even her courtside support could save the New York Knicks from a crushing defeat Saturday night. The reality star-turned-mogul traveled all the way to Indianapolis to support her boyfriend’s beloved Knicks during Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals—but it ended in heartbreak as the Indiana Pacers walked away with a 125–108 win, officially dashing New York’s title hopes. Courtside Couple Vibes in Blue and Orange Kylie and Timmy were spotted sitting front row in full Knicks gear, with Jenner wrapping her arms around her man and trying to…