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SOURCE SPORTS: Aces Raise Banner, Begin 3-Peat Quest with Victory over Mercury

By Shawn Grant / May 15, 2024

The Las Vegas Aces celebrated their second championship banner and debuted their latest championship rings before kicking off the 2024...

SOURCE SPORTS: Caitlin Clark Scores 20 in WNBA Debut, But Alyssa Thomas’ Triple-Double Leads Sun to Victory

By Shawn Grant / May 15, 2024

Caitlin Clark made an impressive WNBA debut, scoring a team-high 20 points and hitting four 3-pointers. However, her performance wasn't...

SOURCE SPORTS: Jalen Brunson’s 44 Points Propel Knicks to 121-91 Victory Over Pacers, Taking 3-2 Series Lead

By Shawn Grant / May 15, 2024

Jalen Brunson scored 44 points and added seven assists to lead the New York Knicks to a decisive 121-91 victory...

SOURCE SPORTS: Jokic Receives Third MVP, Propels Nuggets to 3-2 Series Lead

By Shawn Grant / May 15, 2024

On the night he received the Michael Jordan Trophy for his third MVP in four years, Nikola Jokic delivered an...

Today in Hip-Hop History: Run-D.M.C. Dropped Their Third LP ‘Raising Hell’ 38 Years Ago

By Sha Be Allah / May 15, 2024

38 years ago, amidst the explosion of crack cocaine in the inner cities, one of the hottest albums from the...

Nicki Minaj Wraps Up Pink Friday 2 Tour with Record-Breaking Success

By Courtneyb / May 15, 2024

Nicki Minaj, the reigning queen of rap, has bid farewell to the North American leg of her Pink Friday 2...

First Human to Receive Pig Kidney Transplant Dies at 62

By Courtneyb / May 15, 2024

In a groundbreaking medical procedure that captured global attention, 62-year-old Richard Slayman made history as the first person to receive...

Today In Hip Hop History: Rawkus Records Released The ‘Lyricist Lounge Volume One’ Album 26 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

May 5, 2024

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On May 5th, 1998 Rawkus Records released the first installment of the Lyricist Lounge albums titled Lyricist Lounge, Volume One, which showcased New York. It was a double-disc compilation that featur...

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Today in Hip-Hop History: GangStarr’s Third LP ‘Daily Operation’ Dropped 32 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah

May 5, 2024

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Nothing beats a classic rap record, and a few MCs were dropping them on the regular quite like the legendary '90s rap duo Gang Starr. The group, consisting of Guru holding things down on the mic and DJ Premier...

David Paul Brooks (DPB): Pioneering Positive Rap and Empowering Youth

Shawn Grant

May 5, 2024

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In the dynamic world of music where genres blend and cultures intersect, David Paul Brooks, popularly known as DPB, stands out not just as a musician but as a catalyst for positive change. His latest achieveme...

Steve Carless Makes History as First Black President of Warner Records

Shawn Grant

May 5, 2024

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Warner Records, one of the music industry's most renowned labels, has made a historic stride by appointing Steve Carless as its first-ever Black President. This milestone marks a significant breakthrough in a ...

Dive into Vacation Fashion with Psycho Bunny’s Vibrant Spring Collection

Courtneyb

May 5, 2024

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As the warmer months approach and vacation plans start to take shape, it's time to revamp your wardrobe with the latest styles from Psycho Bunny's Spring & Vacation Collection. Renowned for their cutting-e...

Emotional Day 11 in Trump Hush Money Criminal Trial

Sourcestaff

May 4, 2024

Politics, Politics

Hope Hicks, former campaign press secretary and White House communications director for Donald Trump found herself in the hot seat on Friday. She faced questions about pivotal moments during Trump's presidenti...

SOURCE SPORTS: Lakers Fire Darvin Ham After Two Questionable Seasons

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May 4, 2024

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After two seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, head coach Darvin Ham's tenure ended. The tipping point occurred during a heated playoffs moment when Lakers star LeBron James vocally expressed frustration with ...

Knicks' Jalen Brunson Makes History in 50-Point Performance

SOURCE SPORTS: Fat Joe Says Jalen Brunson Has Chance to Greatest Knick Ever After Huge Playoff Series Win

Sourcestaff

May 4, 2024

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Fat Joe, a diehard Knicks fan, is making bold claims about Jalen Brunson's potential to become the greatest Knick ever. Despite legends like Willis Reed, Walt Clyde Frazier, and Patrick Ewing, Joe believes...

Baltimore’s Mayor is Suing the ATF to See Where Guns Used in Crimes Are Coming From

Sourcestaff

May 4, 2024

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Just last summer, amidst sweltering July heat in Baltimore, Krystal Gonzalez was startled by her husband’s uncommon screams. "Aaliyah was shot!" he cried out, shaking Gonzalez to her core. Gonzalez rushed t...

Alleged Diddy Drug ‘Mule,’ Brendan Paul, Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Cocaine Charges

Sourcestaff

May 4, 2024

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Brendan Paul, considered Diddy’s assistant, recently pleaded not guilty to drug possession charges in Florida court. The Miami-Dade State Attorney's office charged Paul, 25, with felony cocaine possession. A s...

SOURCE SPORTS: Luka Doncic Leads Mavericks to Series Victory Over Clippers

Shawn Grant

May 4, 2024

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In a hard-fought battle, Luka Doncic and the Mavericks clinched victory against the Clippers in the first round of the playoffs, winning the series in six games with a final score of 114-101. Doncic, alongs...

Atlanta Producer Rico Wade’s Last Interview Reveals Reconciliation with Dungeon Family

Courtneyb

May 4, 2024

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The music world was shocked with the unexpected passing of Atlanta super producer Rico Wade. In his final interview before his death, Rico opened up about his recent reconciliation with the Dungeon Family, ref...

‘Lovers & Friends’ Festival Canceled Due to Reports of High Winds

Shawn Grant

May 4, 2024

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The epic lineup of the Lovers & Friends festival, which was set for today (May 4) in Las Vegas, has been canceled. According to festival organizers, the music festival was called off due to the National We...

Al Green Acknowledges Being Sampled on Kendrick Lamar’s “6:16 in LA”

Shawn Grant

May 4, 2024

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Al Green has acknowledged his sample on Kendrick Lamar's "6:16 in LA." Hitting X, Green dropped the title of the song sampled, tweeting, "What a Wonderful Thing Love Is." What A Wonderful Thing Love Is http...

Kendrick Lamar Accuses Drake of Sex Trafficking and Employing Sex Offenders on “Meet the Grahams”

Shawn Grant

May 4, 2024

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Drake denied hiding another child but is mute toward the allegations of sex trafficking. In "Meet The Grahams," Kendrick Lamar levied allegations against Drake and the entire OVO crew. Blasting the men arou...

Rick Ross Jet Crash Lands in Dallas, Ross Says Drake Shot Him Down in a Fighter Jet

Shawn Grant

May 4, 2024

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With all the talk of private planes and Rick Ross poking fun at Drake's jet, it was his that came to a crash landing. Air Rozay would make a crash landing in Dallas, Texas. Thankfully, everyone is ok. Rick ...

Drake Becomes First Rapper to Earn $5 Million in a Single Arena Concert

Drake Laughs Off Rumors of Hiding Another Child: ‘Send Her to Me’

Shawn Grant

May 4, 2024

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Drake has heard "Meet the Grahams" and wants to know where his hidden daughter is. Immediately hitting Instagram, Drake wrote, "Nahhhh hold on can someone find my hidden daughter pls and send her to me…these g...

Kendrick Lamar Speaks to Drake’s Alleged Hidden 11-Year-Old Daughter on “Meet the Grahams” Diss Track

Shawn Grant

May 4, 2024

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Drake didn't even get an hour to enjoy the release of "Family Matters." Kendrick Lamar was right back at him with "Meet the Grahams." The scratching and intense diss track saw Lamar pen personal letters to ...

Drake Drops “Family Matters” Diss, Says Kendrick Lamar Committed Domestic Violence

Shawn Grant

May 4, 2024

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This Friday night (May 3) will go down in Hip-Hop history. After Kendrick Lamar fired off "6:16 in LA," Drake unleashed "Family Matters." The new diss track continued where "Push Ups" left off, levying alle...

Jeezy Describes Conversation With Jeannie Mai About Her 'Dark Meat' Comments

Young Jeezy Believes Jeannie Mai Is Trying To Destroy His Brand

Courtneyb

May 4, 2024

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TV personality Jeannie Mai's divorce from rapper Young Jeezy took a contentious turn last month when she accused him of abuse and negligence regarding their two-year-old daughter. Now, Jeezy is hitting back in...