Jellybean Johnson of ‘The Time’ Passes Away at 69

Jellybean Johnson of ‘The Time’ Passes Away at 69

Garry George “Jellybean” Johnson, a founding member of the legendary funk band The Time, has passed away. He was 69. According to an official statement from his family, Johnson passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Nov.21. “The family of Jellybean Johnson is deeply saddened by the passing of their beloved husband and father,” the family’s statement read. “Passing just shortly after his 69th birthday this past Wednesday, November 19, on the evening of Friday, November 21, 2025.  “Jellybean was


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Former NBA Star Rodney Rogers Dies at 54

Former NBA Star Rodney Rogers Dies at 54

Rodney Rogers, a former NBA star, has passed away. He was 54. According to ESPN,  Rogers passed from natural causes linked to his spinal cord injury. He was paralyzed from the shoulders down after a dirt bike accident in November 2008. Andre Igudala, president of the National Basketball Players Association, released a statement paying tribute to Rogers. Igudala wrote, ”I was fortunate to play alongside him for one of those during my rookie year with the 76ers. He was a consistent force on the


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Cardi B Begins Postpartum Fitness Journey Ahead of 2026 Tour

Cardi B Begins Postpartum Fitness Journey Ahead of 2026 Tour

Cardi B is easing her way back into fitness as she prepares for a massive touring year ahead. The rapper shared a gym clip to her Instagram Story showing her sweating through a stairmaster session, a video she noted was originally recorded on November 13th and posted on November 20th. Still adjusting to life after giving birth, she told fans she’s intentionally starting slow as she rebuilds her strength. “Tour journey with me,” she wrote. “I haven’t started tour rehearsals yet but I’m doing li


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D’Angelo’s Estate Launches Pancreatic Cancer Fund in Partnership With Black Boy Joy Foundation

D’Angelo’s Estate Launches Pancreatic Cancer Fund in Partnership With Black Boy Joy Foundation

D’Angelo’s estate has launched a new initiative that links his artistic legacy to a fight that reaches far beyond music.  This week, the estate announced the D’Angelo Estate Pancreatic Cancer Fund, created in partnership with the Black Boy Joy Foundation, to honor the late musician’s battle with pancreatic cancer and support families facing the disease. The fund marks the first large-scale philanthropic effort tied to Michael D’Angelo Archer’s name since his passing. In its statement, the esta


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Notting Hill Carnival Bursts Into Colour for Opening Day

Notting Hill Carnival Bursts Into Colour for Opening Day

The streets of west London have been filled with colour and sound for the first day of the annual Notting Hill Carnival. Musicians and dancers in bright costumes took to the tarmac for the children's parade, as the largest street party in Europe got under way. The day began with an explosion of colour as revellers met for J'ouvert at 06:00 BST ahead of the children's parade, with the streets awash with bright paint and powder.  J'ouvert, which means "daybreak" or "opening of the day" in Frenc


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Chris Brown & Daughter Royalty Gift fan $10K and a Car in Emotional Breezy Bowl Moment

Chris Brown & Daughter Royalty Gift fan $10K and a Car in Emotional Breezy Bowl Moment

Chris Brown just made one lucky fan’s day — and possibly her entire year. In a touching moment captured on video, the R&B superstar, alongside his daughter, surprised a young fan with a life-changing gift: $10,000 in cash and a brand-new car.The heartwarming exchange quickly went viral, drawing praise from fans and celebrities alike for the singer’s generosity. The fan and her mother was greeted by Chris Brown’s daughter, Royalty Brown, where let them to duo know that’ll be meeting Chris himse


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The Dope List.  Songs that are trending in August of 2025

The Dope List. Songs that are trending in August of 2025

The Top Songs in the World (August 2025) As of August 2025, the global music scene is vibrant and ever-changing, with several new releases and recurring chart-toppers captivating audiences worldwide. Here’s a look at the songs dominating the charts, excluding any content about Gunna. 1. “The Subway” — Chappell Roan Chappell Roan’s “The Subway” soared to the top spot on numerous global charts this month. This track, fueled by strong streaming numbers and digital sales, is Roan's second chart-


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Kanye West Says “Life” Is A Fashion Trend He Regrets Partaking In New Interview

Kanye West Says “Life” Is A Fashion Trend He Regrets Partaking In New Interview

Kanye West’s latest stop in Tokyo produced another unscripted fashion moment as the rapper and designer appeared in a brief street-style interview posted November 20 by Mystery Fashion.  The clip, filmed on a crowded Tokyo sidewalk, follows the platform’s quick-hit format, but West’s presence shifts the exchange into something more revealing than a routine style check. The interview opens with AJ’s standard greeting, asking his guest to introduce himself and name his hometown. West responds wi


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Teyana Taylor Reacts To First-Ever Grammy

Teyana Taylor Reacts To First-Ever Grammy

Teyana Taylor was having a completely normal day doing her skincare routine when everything changed. The singer and actress revealed to PEOPLE at Elle’s Women in Hollywood event on November 17 that she learned about her Grammy nomination with a face mask drying on her skin. In the Instagram video she posted on November 11, she is shown frozen in place as she tries not to crack the mask. “I got a mask on so I can’t move my face,” she says after hearing that her 2025 album Escape Room is nominate


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ASAP Rocky Confirms Fans Will Hear ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ in 2025

ASAP Rocky Confirms Fans Will Hear ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ in 2025

Anticipation is building for A$AP Rocky’s forthcoming studio album is Don’t Be Dumb, though the rapper has remained tight-lipped about its official release date. In a recent Vanity Fair feature with actors Callum Turner, LaKeith Stanfield, Glen Powell, and Jeremy Allen White, Rocky shared insights into the album’s progress, teasing collaborations without revealing a timetable. He noted, “Danny Elfman has collaborated with me on this project, scoring several tracks for my new album. We have som


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Hayley Williams Quietly Drops 2026 Tour Dates

Hayley Williams Quietly Drops 2026 Tour Dates

Hayley Williams’ tour dates for 2026 have been added to her official website’s homepage, which currently features a design reminiscent of a ’90s computer desktop. An image file titled “oops.jpg” offers a peek at a snapshot of a Macbook screen that shows a tour announcement preview with a “NOT FOR RELEASE” watermark — suggesting that Williams leaked the itinerary early. The picture has a list of 20 cities she’s scheduled to visit on the At a Bachelor Party Tour. View this post on Instagram A


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Tom Cruise Finally Takes Home an Oscar With Honorary Award

Tom Cruise Finally Takes Home an Oscar With Honorary Award

Tom Cruise has finally received an honorary Oscar, marking a milestone in his illustrious career. The 63-year-old actor, known for his iconic roles in “Mission: Impossible” and “Top Gun,” was honoured at the 16th Governors Awards, held at the Ray Dolby Ballroom in Los Angeles on Sunday evening. In his acceptance speech, Cruise expressed his gratitude and passion for filmmaking, saying, “Making films is not what I do, it is who I am”. He also praised the big screen as a place that sparks “a hu


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Kevin Durant Shows Love for Wale’s New Album in Post-Game Interview

Kevin Durant Shows Love for Wale’s New Album in Post-Game Interview

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant used his post-game availability to deliver an unexpected tribute to fellow DMV native Wale, whose new album everything is a lot. marks the rapper’s eighth album release.  When a reporter asked Durant what it meant to see Wale reach another milestone — and why he remains such a devoted fan — the former MVP lit up. “I love that question,” he said, launching into an answer that doubled as praise for Wale’s longevity and a reflection on their shared roots. Kevi


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Ice Spice Makes Voice Acting Debut In New SpongeBob Movie Search for SquarePants

Ice Spice Makes Voice Acting Debut In New SpongeBob Movie Search for SquarePants

Ice Spice is stepping into a new lane this winter as she officially joins the world of animation. Nearly three years after she released her hit “Bikini Bottom,” the rapper is now part of The SpongeBob Movie Search for SquarePants. The sequel arrives in theaters on December 19 through Paramount Pictures, and fans just got their first look at her character. Billboard shared an exclusive preview on Monday, November 17th, revealing an animated version of Ice Spice with her trademark bright orange c


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Trump Sidesteps Kanye West’s Role While Addressing Nick Fuentes Meeting

Trump Sidesteps Kanye West’s Role While Addressing Nick Fuentes Meeting

During a brief exchange with reporters, Donald Trump chose unusually cautious phrasing when recalling a 2022 dinner with Kanye West. He referred to him only as “somebody” before eventually naming him. His response came as journalists pressed him about Tucker Carlson’s recent interview with Nick Fuentes. This renewed attention to Trump’s past encounters with the far-right commentator. Trump revisited the Mar-a-Lago dinner with characteristic brevity. “I didn’t know he was coming, and he was with


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Eminem Teams Up With Detroit Lions to Redefine Thanksgiving Halftime Tradition

Eminem Teams Up With Detroit Lions to Redefine Thanksgiving Halftime Tradition

The Detroit Lions are setting a new course for their Thanksgiving halftime show. This is through a multiyear partnership with Eminem and Shady Records co-founder Paul Rosenberg. The agreement, which runs through 2027, hands creative control of the annual performance to two of Detroit’s most influential music figures. They will now choose the artists who take the stage each year. Rosenberg said the collaboration feels both personal and historic. “Partnering with the Lions allows us to join one o


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Samsung Announces Massive $310 Bn Investment to Power AI Expansion

Samsung Announces Massive $310 Bn Investment to Power AI Expansion

South Korean conglomerate Samsung unveiled on Sunday a plan to invest $310 billion over the next five years mostly in technology powering artificial intelligence, aiming to meet growing demand driven by a global boom. The business group’s flagship Samsung Electronics is already one of the world’s top memory-chip makers, providing crucial components for the AI industry and the infrastructure it relies on. South Korea is also home to SK hynix, another key player in the global semiconductor market


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Michelle Obama Calls Out Harmful Eurocentric Beauty Standards ‘Trap’ Black Women

Michelle Obama Calls Out Harmful Eurocentric Beauty Standards ‘Trap’ Black Women

On Friday (Nov.14), Michelle Obama hosted a live conference, with Tracee Ellis Ross as its host, to discuss her book, The Look, and explore “Beauty, Culture & Confidence.” Throughout the hour-long discussion, the former First Lady didn’t hold back her thoughts about harmful beauty standards—specifically, how straight hair is pedestalized and “traps” Black women. “Let me explain something to White people,” Michelle said to the crowd. “Our hair comes out of our heads naturally, in a curly pattern


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Kai Cenat Becomes First Streamer Ever To Reach 20 Million Followers On Twitch

Kai Cenat Becomes First Streamer Ever To Reach 20 Million Followers On Twitch

Kai Cenat has made a new record on Twitch. He is now the first streamer in history to reach 20 million followers on the platform. Twitch has confirmed this number. This is a big moment in the streaming world because it shows how huge and powerful online streaming has become. People from all around the world follow Kai Cenat for his fun energy, simple jokes, and the way he talks to everyone in the chat. He did not grow this fast by luck. Kai Cenat worked very hard for years. He started streamin


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