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Boosie Badazz dropped a bombshell on 60 Minutes, accusing two men of swindling him out of nearly $900K for a fake presidential pardon—something he says never happened. Furious and feeling betrayed, he’s demanding ten times his money back and is using the interview as key evidence to sue those he trusted. He also clarified he’s never been to rehab and was sentenced to ten years for marijuana charge...

Yella Beezy’s capital murder trial, alleging he hired a hitman to kill MO3, has been delayed as his defense seeks more time to secure expert witnesses and review key evidence from Kewon White’s prior conviction — the man already sentenced for the deadly 2020 ambush. With prosecutors on board and federal witnesses involved, everyone’s focused on getting everything perfectly aligned before court res...

Suge Knight dropped explosive new allegations in a March interview, implicating Sean “Diddy” Combs in the 1996 plot to kill Tupac — allegedly through a middleman named Eric Von Zip. Diddy reportedly funneled $1 million to Von Zip, who allegedly pocketed the cash instead of paying Keefe D, the convicted hitman. While Knight confirmed Keefe’s role, he refused to testify at trial — a move that could...

Chief Keef’s highly anticipated Chicago homecoming show got canceled at the last minute—just 30 minutes before kickoff—due to a bizarre airport incident: a pilot allegedly acting “very racist” and canceling their flight. With fans already packed in and tickets sold out, Keef’s team blamed travel delays and curfew, but Keef himself clarified the real reason on Instagram. He apologized to the disapp...

Pusha T and Pharrell Williams just dropped Grindin Coffee, a bold new brew born from their legendary 5 AM studio grind—powered by espresso and fueled by creativity. Team-up with Lavazza, they’ve crafted two roasts (dark & medium) packed with rich chocolate, caramel, and spice notes, perfect for filter, espresso, or cold brew. Built for the doers who move with purpose, it’s not just coffee—it’s the...

Boosie Badazz says he was ripped off for $600K after two political operatives promised him a presidential pardon—only to vanish when the deadline passed and his money was denied. He claims they lied, but now investigators reveal they were targeting others too, selling access to power for millions. This isn’t just Boosie’s fight—it’s exposing a shady pardon broker market where cash allegedly buys c...

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Charleston White, internet commentator and social media personality, was arrested in Florida for battery after his alleged girlfriend came forward with harrowing claims of physical and emotional abuse—including shared photos of injuries—and described waking up to violence. White denies all allegations, claiming he was trying to retrieve $60,000 worth of gifts he gave her and that she attacked him...

JAY-Z dropped his new HBO Max docuseries “JAY-Z In 8” with a star-studded New York premiere at Lincoln Center, featuring Questlove, SZA, Slick Rick, and more — a lavish tribute to his legendary career. The eight-part series, co-created with Rick Rubin, dives deep into the making of iconic albums like Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint, unpacking the music and the man behind it. Expect intimate sto...

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett stunned fans at a Chris Brown and Usher concert by honoring the artists with a surprise tribute, pushing for their legacy to be formally recorded in the Congressional Record — a move that’s ignited fierce online debate over whether celebrating musicians with controversial pasts is appropriate, especially amid heightened awareness of women’s rights and accountability....

Macklemore’s been pulled from the Loop Tour after Ed Sheeran’s team bowed to pressure — but Macklemore says the real victims are the Palestinian people, not the artists. The promoter claims venues refused to host him, risking the whole tour, and now Lukas Graham and Aaron Rowe step in as support. Macklemore insists their thirteen-year bond remains unbroken, calling Sheeran a brother — even as they...

Blueface’s live stream in Miami just got turned into a high-stakes drama when cops swatted him again — this time with guns drawn — all because of a fake 911 call. It’s not his first rodeo: he’s been targeted twice before — once in California where someone claimed to have shot up their own home, and again at his restaurant in August when his ex and newborn were present. Each time, officers responde...

Cash Cobain just dropped a wild interview packed with bold takes — from picking Lauryn Hill’s “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” as his desert island album to confessing past struggles with drugs and joking he’d use Spider-Man powers to steal chains off people he dislikes. Part of XXL’s Freshman issue, the feature spotlights rising stars alongside legends like T.I. and Sexyy Red, while also reflect...

Drake’s “FOMO” isn’t an album—it’s a cinematic short film he’s directing and scoring, with his family on board, dropping September 15 at 9 PM ET. Teasers hint at mystery and drama, keeping fans guessing as the OVO captain delivers something fresh and visually bold. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is...

Keefe D, the convicted Tupac murder mastermind, is turning his jail cell into a warzone—months of escalating violence, threats, and defiance paint a chilling portrait of a man still running the streets behind bars. From hurling insults at guards (“I’ve been doing this since before you were born”) to physical altercations over mattresses and phone access, he’s refusing to play by prison rules. His...

Jalen Brunson is breaking into TV big time—set to open the Emmys with a pre-taped segment, confirmed to guest on Law & Order: SVU, and soon to host Saturday Night Live, making him the first active NBA player in nearly 20 years to do so. His friendship with host Mariska Hargitay, whom he credits as a childhood role model, is deepening off the court, with their families bonding at events like the Kn...

Macklemore’s outspoken support for Palestine has led to his removal from Ed Sheeran’s U.S. stadium tour — not by Ed, but by venues refusing to host shows with him on the bill after his politically charged performance in New Jersey. Jewish advocacy groups pushed back, sparking a petition, but Macklemore stood firm, defending his message of peace and dignity over all. The promoter confirmed his exit...

Lil Tay crashed New York Fashion Week, storming the runway during a Creators Inc. show and getting escorted off by security — but she turned chaos into headlines. Known for her viral kid stardom, flashy lifestyle, and bold claims (including making $15M in two weeks on OnlyFans), she’s back with more drama, calling regular jobs “failures” and using online turmoil — like that fake death hoax blamed...

Pusha T and Pharrell are brewing up something legendary—literally—with their new Grindin Coffee line, a high-octane collaboration with Lavazza that turns their late-night studio fuel into a premium daily ritual. Born from the grind of hit-making sessions, this coffee duo offers two expertly roasted blends—dark and medium—to match any brew style, from espresso to cold brew—with rich notes of cocoa,...

Twenty-seven years ago, Ol’ Dirty Bastard unleashed his wild, chaotic, and brilliant second album Na Please—a masterpiece that would be his final studio release before his untimely death. Produced by RZA and The Neptunes, it fused gritty Wu-Tang roots with late-90s polish, highlighted by the viral hit “Got Your Money” featuring Kelis. Amid arrests, court battles, and a Grammy stage meltdown where...

21 Savage is crushing it everywhere — from New York Fashion Week, where he rocked Tommy Hilfiger and Public School shows alongside Carmelo Anthony, Karl-Anthony Towns, Camila Cabello, and Jisoo, to global music collabs like “Three Nations” with French Montana and Natanael Cano, and even Arsenal F.C.’s Premier League anthem. He’s not just making beats — he’s becoming a worldwide cultural force, ble...

Nas turns 53 and still reigns supreme—his legendary career spans three decades, from that iconic Main Source verse to the timeless Illmatic, to his Grammy-winning 2020s comeback with Hit-Boy. A lyrical titan, cultural icon, and entrepreneur, Nas proves that elite rap craft never fades. Happy birthday to God’s Son. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/d...

P-Valley’s final season is here — and it’s packed with drama, stakes, and closure. Creator Katori Hall, who’s been crafting this world since 2009, is ending the series on her own terms with a cinematic finale dropping December 4. The return to The Pynk brings chaos as a new casino threatens the town, Uncle Clifford and Roulette push boundaries to grow their empires, Lil’ Murda’s street ties spiral...

Another Chicago artist lost to violence this past Sunday — rapper Bloodhound Q50 was fatally shot in Fuller Park, ambushed at a gas station while in his Tesla. Just one month after dropping his latest project “Get Back or Die Trying,” his death sends shockwaves through the city’s music scene. His mother has fiercely condemned online celebrations of his death, calling out trolls and reminding every...

Quavo’s highly anticipated new album QRÖMELIFE drops October 2nd, executive produced by Pharrell Williams — and it’s already making waves. The Grammy-nominated artist dropped a fiery live performance of “Backwards” at WWE’s Sunday Night Main Event, complete with wild visuals and T.I., while “HAAVIN” served as the soundtrack for Pharrell’s Louis Vuitton Paris show and “Trance” is blowing up online....