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‘Love Island USA’ Season 7 winner Amaya Espinal hospitalized

Fans are sending their well-wishes to Peacock star Amaya “Papaya” Espinal, who has been recovering in a Los Angeles hospital since this past weekend, according to TMZ. Espinal was reportedly rushed to the hospital after experiencing severe abdominal pain. While details are scant, sources tell TMZ that Espinal’s condition quickly escalated, requiring her to undergo […]

Druski says he’s praying for the ‘real victims of assault’ as sexual assault lawsuit against him, Diddy and Odell Beckham Jr. is dismissed

Popular comedian Druski is speaking out after a lawsuit naming him, Odell Beckham Jr. and Sean “Diddy” Combs in a 2018 sexual assault case in California was dismissed without prejudice, calling the suit “frivolous” and a “malicious money grab.” “It was only a matter of time before this frivolous lawsuit against me was dismissed,” Druski […]

Rep. Ayanna Pressley releases report showing Trump clemencies mostly benefited the white and wealthy

U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., released a first-of-its-kind analysis report on President Donald Trump‘s clemency actions since entering office in January, revealing that the pardons largely benefited white and wealthy individuals. “Presidential clemency should be used to address injustices—not to reward political allies, corporations, and insurrectionists. As our report makes plain, the Trump White House […]

Courtney B. Vance’s Hollywood star ceremony was a family love letter

This week, Courtney B. Vance was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. However, beyond receiving one of the industry’s most coveted honors, the ceremony was made extra special with speeches by Vance’s wife, Angela Bassett, and their children, Slater and Bronwyn. “As an actor, Courtney is committed, relatable, and deeply reliable. […]

The Oscars are leaving ABC and heading to YouTube in 2029

The Oscars will have a new home in 2029.  This week, as fans reel over the Film Academy’s revelation of the shortlists for the 2026 Oscar awards, the Academy announced a new multi-year deal with YouTube that will grant the online platform exclusive global rights to the Oscars. Starting in 2029, the Oscar Awards ceremony, […]

The Ultimate Encore: Young Thug Charity Set Takes A Romantic Turn As Fan Pops The Question

by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton December 17, 2025 The Atlanta native proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Mariah the Scientist, while onstage at the State Farm Arena. During a Dec. 15 concert in Atlanta, recording artist Young Thug became a “Hometown Hero” when he proposed marriage to his girlfriend and fellow Georgia native, Mariah the Scientist. […]

Maryland Lawmakers Override Governor’s Veto, Approve Commission To Study Slavery Reparations

by Mary Spiller December 17, 2025 The Democratic-led legislature moved forward despite the governor’s objections, saying a formal study is necessary to determine how reparations could be implemented. Maryland will establish a commission to examine potential reparations for slavery after state lawmakers voted on Tuesday, Dec. 16, to override a veto from Gov. Wes Moore, […]