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Multiple Inmates Murdered At State Prison Where Tory Lanez Was Transferred

By Sha Be Allah / September 22, 2023

After being sentenced to ten years for shooting Megan Thee Stallion, Tory Lanez was sent to North Kern State Prison...

[WATCH] Jason Lee Claims Nicki Minaj Hired Men To Assault Him

By Sha Be Allah / September 22, 2023

Nicki Minaj and Jason Lee have been publicly going back and forth for quite a while now, which has escalated...

Today in Hip Hop History: Redman Dropped Debut ‘Whut? Thee Album’ 31 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / September 22, 2023

On this date in 1992, Brick City, NJ's own Reggie "Redman" Noble, dropped his debut solo release Whut? Thee Album...

DJ Premier Releases ‘Beats That Collected Dust, Vol. 3’

By Sha Be Allah / September 22, 2023

If there was a Mount Rushmore for producers, DJ Premier would surely be one of the faces etched in stone...

New Jersey’s Hushlife Boutique Celebrated Grand Reopening With AVIA Collaborative Shoe Drop

By Sha Be Allah / September 21, 2023

The Hushlife Boutique celebrated its grand re-opening this past weekend with grand festivities. Prior to their relocation, they were at the 10...

Today In Hip Hop History: De La Soul’s ‘Buhloone Mindstate’ LP Turns 30 Years Old!

By Sha Be Allah / September 21, 2023

On this date in 1993, De La Soul dropped their third full-length studio album, Buhloone Mindstate.The legendary Long Island Hip...

De La Soul Celebrates 30th Anniversary Of ‘Buhloone Mindstate’ With Digital Deluxe Release and Exclusive Merch

By Sha Be Allah / September 21, 2023

Today, legendary hip-hop pioneers De La Soul mark a significant milestone, commemorating the 30th anniversary of their groundbreaking album Buhloone Mindstate with...

Suspect In Charlottesville Riots Slaying Charged With First Degree Murder

Sha Be Allah

December 15, 2017

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A white nationalist accused of killing a 32-year old woman when he plowed his car into a crowd of counter protesters in Charlottesville, Virginia, in August, was charged with first-degree murder on Thursday, lo... Read Article

Russell Simmons Says ‘Not Me’ in Response to Rape Allegations

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December 15, 2017

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Since late last month, over a dozen women have come forward and accused media mogul Russell Simmons of rape and sexual misconduct, which occurred over the span of nearly three decades. Former model Keri Clausse... Read Article

NY Woman Laundered Money To ISIS Through Bitcoin

Sha Be Allah

December 15, 2017

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MA suburban New York hospital technician accused of using bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to launder money meant for the militant group Islamic State was arrested on charges of money laundering in support of... Read Article

Kentucky Congressman Commits Suicide After Denying Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Sha Be Allah

December 14, 2017

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Kentucky state Representative Dan Johnson, who was facing sexual assault accusations, died in a probable suicide on Wednesday, according to the Bullitt County, Kentucky Coroner. Johnson, 57, also the leader ... Read Article

Racist Who’s Says She “Hates Oriental” Is Thrown Out Of Starbucks

Sha Be Allah

December 14, 2017

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Starbucks says you're free to say what you want, just not in our stores. University student Annie An was reviewing an essay with her tutor in their native tongue when a middle-aged white woman interrupted th... Read Article

III Points Brings Wu Tang Clan, Bjork For 5th Annual Art Basel Concert Series

Sha Be Allah

December 14, 2017

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III Points caps off 2017 with a successful Art Basel Concert Series. The fifth installment of the annual series brought Björk and Wu-Tang Clan, as well as more than 7,500 fans over the course of the week, to Ma... Read Article

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#BlackLivesMatter Premiere Advocate DeRay McKesson Sues Fox News For Defamation

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December 14, 2017

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Civil rights activist DeRay Mckesson is suing Fox News and network host Jeanine Pirro, alleging that she made "false and defamatory statements" about him while discussing the Black Lives Matter movement. Mck... Read Article

PBS Suspends Tavis Smiley Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Sha Be Allah

December 14, 2017

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PBS will no longer distribute Tavis Smiley following what a spokeswoman called "multiple, credible" allegations of sexual misconduct uncovered by a recent investigation into the late-night show host's behavior,... Read Article

Today In Hip Hop History: Nas Releases His Sixth Studio Album ‘God’s Son’ 15 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

December 13, 2017

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On this day in Hip Hop history, Nas released his sixth studio album, God's Son, in 2002. This may be Nas' most emotional album coming at a rough time in his personal life. With the passing of his mother and his... Read Article

Reality TV Star/Trump Adviser Omarosa To Leave White House Next Month

Sha Be Allah

December 13, 2017

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Omarosa Manigault Newman, the former 'Apprentice' contestant who works as an adviser for President Donald Trump, is reportedly leaving the White House next month. According to reports, Omarosa “resigned yest... Read Article

Nina Simone, Bon Jovi Tapped For 2018 Rock N’ Roll HOF Inductions

Sha Be Allah

December 13, 2017

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90s rockers Bon Jovi, British bands Dire Straits and the Moody Blues, the late Nina Simone and The Cars will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, organizers said on Wednesday. The rock-heavy 2018 l... Read Article

Google Launches Artificial Intelligence Research Center In China

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December 13, 2017

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Alphabet Inc’s (GOOGL.O) Google said on Wednesday it is opening an artificial intelligence (AI) research center in China to target the country’s local talent, even as the U.S. search firm’s products remain bloc... Read Article

U.S. Military Will Accept Openly Transgender Recruits Beginning Jan. 1

Sha Be Allah

December 12, 2017

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Following a federal court ruling, the Pentagon has confirmed it will allow openly transgender individuals to enlist in the military beginning Jan. 1. The Trump administration had resisted that deadline in court... Read Article

Jeezy Announces The “Cold Summer” Tour In Preparation For The Release Of ‘Pressure’ LP

Kiah Fields

December 11, 2017

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Grammy nominated multi-platinum rap superstar Jeezy builds up to the December 15th arrival of his highly anticipated new studio album Pressure, with today’s announcement of the “Cold Summer Tour” set to open at... Read Article

BREAKING: Pipe Bomb Explosion In Times Square, One Arrested

Sha Be Allah

December 11, 2017

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The New York City police department on Monday confirmed reports of an explosion in Manhattan on Monday. New York City officials confirmed reports that one person is in custody. Multiple reports say the suspe... Read Article

UN Ambassador Says Women Who Accused Trump Of Sexual Misconduct Should Be Heard

Sha Be Allah

December 11, 2017

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Nikki Haley, the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, said on Sunday that any woman who has felt violated or mistreated by a man has every right to speak up, even if she is accusing President Donald Trump. ... Read Article

Hannibal Buress arrested in Miami during Art Basel

Comedian Hannibal Buress Arrested During Art Basel After Argument With Miami Police

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December 11, 2017

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Comedian Hannibal Burress has been arrested on a disorderly intoxication charge after getting into a heated argument with cops in Miami. Burress, 34, was arrested on Saturday at about 10.30pm, police said. P... Read Article

Coinbase CEO Warns Against “Irresponsible” Bitcoin Investments

Sha Be Allah

December 10, 2017

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We can’t say we weren’t warned. A new signpost was added to the crazy financial ride known as bitcoin on Friday when Coinbase, arguably the best-known bitcoin broker on the market, sent a warning message to ... Read Article

Roy Moore: Last Time America Was “Great” Was During “Slavery”

Sha Be Allah

December 10, 2017

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Roy Moore, the Alabama Senate candidate under fire for alleged sexual misconduct with teenage girls when he was in his 30s, apparently believes America was a better place at a time when slavery was still legal.... Read Article

THIS WEEKEND! Thirstin Howl The 3rd And The Lo Lifes Presents Love And Loyalty Weekend At Miami Art Basel 2017

Sha Be Allah

December 8, 2017

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Like we always do around this time... The good guys from the Lo-Lifes Family Miami and Lo Lifes general Thirsting Howl The 3rd are kicking off their Love And Loyalty Weekend festivities today that will last ... Read Article