Five Texas educators face felony charges for participation in a widespread teacher certification scheme scandal that fraudulently qualified more than 200 candidates through elaborate test cheating. The operation, generating over $1 million, threatens to undermine educational standards across the state.
President Joe Biden faces intense Republican criticism following remarks during a Latino voter outreach call addressing comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s controversial comments at a Donald Trump rally. The incident highlights growing tensions in both parties’ efforts to connect with Latino voters.
Music superstars Drake and Chris Brown face a multimillion-dollar copyright lawsuit over their 2019 hit “No Guidance.” Singer Tykeiya Dore filed legal action Wednesday in New Jersey, alleging the duo lifted elements from her 2016 track “I Got It.” The
Grammy-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion filed suit against blogger Milagro Gramz Monday, alleging sustained harassment and spread of false information regarding the 2022 Tory Lanez shooting case. The Houston artist’s legal action comes after Lanez received a 10-year prison sentence
R&B singer Ari Lennox ignited industry debate Sunday night, publicly challenging Dreamville Records‘ management of her career during a performance at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum. The label’s first female signee detailed grievances about marketing, creative control and career direction. Lennox, known
Ten American towns transform into real-life Halloween wonderlands each October, offering visitors authentic spooky experiences. Salem, Massachusetts stands as Halloween’s spiritual center. The witch trial city features haunted walking tours, gothic architecture and the famous Sanderson Sisters house from Hocus
Hip-hop legend DMX returned to speakers worldwide Sunday with “Favor,” a groundbreaking collaboration featuring Killer Mike, gospel duo Mary Mary and the RoyzNoyz Orchestra. The release marks another chapter in the continuing legacy of one of rap’s most influential voices.
Imprisoned rapper Tory Lanez has filed an ethics complaint with the State Bar of California against former attorney Shawn Holley, alleging compromised representation during his trial for shooting Megan Thee Stallion. The complaint centers on Holley’s alleged connections to Roc
Twenty years after its debut, the Saw franchise stands as a testament to sophisticated horror storytelling, transforming a genre often dismissed as mindless gore into a complex examination of morality and human nature. The franchise centers on John Kramer, known
Jeopardy! host Ken Jennings addressed an on-air moment that caused controversy reinforcing dated gender stereotypes during a recent episode of the long-running quiz show. The incident occurred during a rhyming phrase category when contestant Heather Ryan selected a $400 clue.
Fashion designer and cultural icon Tina Knowles will release her memoir “Matriarch” on April 2025, through Random House Publishing Group. The announcement comes as anticipation builds around this rare glimpse into the life of the woman who helped shape two
CNN has banned conservative commentator Ryan Girdusky from its network following comments directed at journalist Mehdi Hasan during a heated exchange on CNN Newsnight. The incident unfolded as host Abby Phillip moderated a discussion about comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s racist jokes
As the holiday season approaches, Target is stepping up to provide affordable Thanksgiving meals, joining other major retailers in a bid to ease the financial burden on consumers. The Minneapolis-based retailer announced its “traditional Thanksgiving feast” will be available for
In a heartwarming display of community support, well-known food influencer Keith Lee recently traveled to Warner Robins, Georgia, to assist struggling family-owned restaurant Tacos Y Mariscos Ofelia. Lee’s visit was sparked by a viral TikTok video showcasing the restaurant’s challenges,
Ice Cube boldly bridges generational hip-hop gaps in his new single “It’s My Ego,” but his history of confronting social issues through music spans more than three decades, pioneering the path Kendrick Lamar walks today. As a founding member of
André 3000 continues redefining artistic boundaries with his latest release, a 26-minute instrumental odyssey titled “Something Is Happening and I may Not Fully Understand but I’m Happy to Stand for the Understanding,” marking another dramatic shift in his 30-year artistic
A Trump rally at Madison Square Garden descended into controversy when comedian Tony Hinchcliffe delivered a series of offensive jokes targeting Latinos, Black voters and the ongoing Middle East conflict, just nine days before the election. Hinchcliffe, the first of
Hip-hop icon Kanye West has announced his latest album “Bully” amid mounting controversies, employing a stark $20 pre-order strategy that dramatically contrasts with his historically grandiose album launches. His recent controversies have decimated his empire, starting with Oct. 2022’s antisemitic
20th Century Studios doubles down on the Predator franchise with two ambitious 2025 releases, building on a legacy that began with 1987’s $98.3 million box office phenomenon starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. “Predator: Badlands,” starring Elle Fanning and directed by Dan Trachtenberg,
Wu-Tang Clan‘s RZA delivered a masterclass analysis of the Drake-Kendrick Lamar beef, highlighting a fundamental mismatch in their lyrical DNA while fellow rap icon 50 Cent offered a contrasting perspective on Drake’s perceived defeat. “You could train a fighter and
