LeBron James’ Lakers Group Chat the Night of the Luka–AD Trade Revealed

LeBron James’ Lakers Group Chat the Night of the Luka–AD Trade Revealed

Nearly a year after the blockbuster trade that sent Anthony Davis to Dallas and brought Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers, new details are shedding light on how LeBron James and his son Bronny learned the news. In a new book by sportswriter Yaron Weitzman, the moment is described as one of the most surreal nights in recent NBA history. According to Weitzman, Bronny James—now both LeBron’s son and Lakers teammate—was the first to share Shams Charania’s viral tweet announcing the trade in the


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Mosquitoes Discovered in Iceland for the First Time

Mosquitoes Discovered in Iceland for the First Time

Mosquitoes have been discovered in Iceland in a first for the island nation, which has long been one of the world’s mosquito-free places, a researcher told AFP Monday. Three Culiseta annulata mosquitoes, two females and one male, were sighted around 30 kilometres (20 miles) north of the capital, Reykjavik, according to Matthias Alfredsson, an entomologist at the Natural Science Institute of Iceland. “They were all collected from wine ropes… aimed at attracting moths,” the researcher said in an


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U.S. Supreme Court Considering If Regular Weed Smokers Can Legally Own Guns

U.S. Supreme Court Considering If Regular Weed Smokers Can Legally Own Guns

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to review whether Americans who regularly use marijuana can legally possess firearms, a case that could further define the boundaries of the Second Amendment and federal drug law. The dispute arises from a Justice Department appeal seeking to revive a prosecution against a Texas man, Ali Danial Hemani, after the Fifth Circuit struck down the federal statute barring gun ownership by unlawful drug users. The law, which dates back decades, prohibits individuals wh


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French Ex-President Sarkozy Jailed, Declares His Innocence

French Ex-President Sarkozy Jailed, Declares His Innocence

France’s ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy became the first former head of an EU state to be jailed Tuesday, proclaiming his innocence as he entered a Paris prison. France’s right-wing leader from 2007 to 2012 was found guilty last month of seeking to acquire funding from Moamer Kadhafi’s Libya for the campaign that saw him elected. AFP journalists saw the 70-year-old — who has appealed the verdict — leave his home, and after a short drive flanked by police on motorbikes, enter the La Sante prison


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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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Millions at Risk as U.S. Food Stamp Benefits Due To Shut Down

Millions at Risk as U.S. Food Stamp Benefits Due To Shut Down

Food Stamps, the country’s biggest anti-hunger lifeline, is about to collapse—and millions of Americans are staring down an empty November. As the government shutdown stretches into its third week, 42 million people across the U.S. could lose access to food stamps. According to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, better known as SNAP, is projected to run out of funds by November 1. She warned that “millions and millions” of families could soon be


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Alicia Keys to Headline ‘8Wonder Winter 2025: Symphony of Stars’ in Hanoi

Alicia Keys to Headline ‘8Wonder Winter 2025: Symphony of Stars’ in Hanoi

Global music artist Alicia Keys, 17-time Grammy winner, has been confirmed as the headline act for “8Wonder Winter 2025: Symphony of Stars,” scheduled for 6 December at the Vietnam Exposition Center in Đông Anh, Hanoi. The announcement was made by organisers of the annual 8Wonder festival, which has in recent years hosted prominent international acts across Vietnam. Alicia Keys, known for her work as a singer, songwriter, producer, author, and activist, will perform alongside Vietnamese artist


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Louvre Heist: Stolen Treasures, a Dropped Crown, and Alarming Security Questions

Louvre Heist: Stolen Treasures, a Dropped Crown, and Alarming Security Questions

It is the most spectacular robbery at the Louvre museum since the Mona Lisa disappeared in 1911. And it poses serious questions about levels of security covering French artworks, at a time when they are increasingly being targeted by criminal gangs. According to France's new interior minister Laurent Nuñez, the gang that broke into the Apollo Gallery on Sunday morning was clearly professional. They knew what they wanted, had evidently "cased the joint" in advance, had a brazenly simple but ef


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Kevin Durant Inks $90 Million Contract Extension with Houston Rockets

Kevin Durant Inks $90 Million Contract Extension with Houston Rockets

NBA superstar Kevin Durant has agreed a two-year, $90 million contract extension with the Houston Rockets, ESPN reported via his business partner Rich Kleiman. The deal also includes a player option for the 2027-28 season. The 15-time All-Star has one season left on his current deal worth $54.7 million, but he will now earn $144.7 million over the next three years. BREAKING: Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant has agreed to a two-year, $90 million contract extension with the franchise, his busi


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French Montana Beats Multi-Year Sampling Lawsuit on Technical Grounds

French Montana Beats Multi-Year Sampling Lawsuit on Technical Grounds

French Montana has secured a decisive win in a protracted copyright lawsuit concerning his 2013 track, Ain’t Worried About Nothin’. The case was brought by producer Eddie Lee Richardson, known professionally as Hotwire The Producer. Richardson alleged that Montana had illicitly sampled Richardson’s instrumental, Hood Pushin’ Weight. The dispute had drawn attention for its broader implications on music ownership and the boundaries of artistic influence. On October 17, 2023, the U.S. Court of A


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Stormzy Awarded Honorary Fellowship by Jesus College, Cambridge

Stormzy Awarded Honorary Fellowship by Jesus College, Cambridge

Stormzy has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship for his enormous cultural impact and philanthropic work. The rapper and singer-songwriter, 32, was awarded the honour by Jesus College at the University of Cambridge.  Stormzy, whose real name is Michael Ebenazer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Junior, was elected in recognition of his cultural influence, commitment to social change and work championing educational access and equity. It is a symbolic title awarded to someone who has made a significant contrib


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Bryson Tiller Gifts Chris Brown a Brand-New Lamborghini

Bryson Tiller Gifts Chris Brown a Brand-New Lamborghini

Bryson Tiller just proved that friendship runs deep — and expensive. The R&B star surprised Chris Brown with a brand-new Lamborghini. “Thank You Chris Brown. Know you didn’t need another Lambo but I’ll forever be thankful for you bringing me on your first ever Stadium Tour!” Bryson write via Instagram. “Breezy Bowl Complete.. I just wanna reiterate to TEAM BREEZY that this gift wouldn’t be possible without yall! So it’s not just from me, it’s from Us..” he continued. View this post on Insta


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Rihanna Surpasses 100 Million Monthly Spotify Listeners for the First Time

Rihanna Surpasses 100 Million Monthly Spotify Listeners for the First Time

Rihanna has officially joined Spotify’s most elite club — surpassing 100 million monthly listeners for the first time ever. Rihanna is now the 11th artist in Spotify history to pass 100 million monthly listeners, joining a lineup of legends like Bruno Mars, The Weeknd, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, and Ed Sheeran. It’s been nearly a decade since her last studio album ANTI dropped in 2016, yet her presence on the charts hasn’t faded one bit. What’s wild is that Rihanna has only released four fea


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U.S. Revokes Visas Over Comments Made About Charlie Kirk’s Death

U.S. Revokes Visas Over Comments Made About Charlie Kirk’s Death

The Trump administration has cancelled the visas of at least six people for public comments made about the murder of right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk. In a post on X, the US Department of State wrote: "The United States has no obligation to host foreigners who wish death on Americans." It shared screenshots of six social media posts which it said were examples of foreign visa holders welcoming Kirk's death in September, and suggested further visa cancellations would follow. Kirk, an ally of


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Nicki Minaj Says She’s Quitting Music After Jay-Z and Roc Nation Rant

Nicki Minaj Says She’s Quitting Music After Jay-Z and Roc Nation Rant

Nicki Minaj has shocked fans by announcing she’s walking away from music altogether. The rapper took to X on Wednesday to reveal she’s canceling her next album after calling out Jay-Z and Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez in a fiery online outburst. They came BEGGING the QUEEN for a tour & album & I said NOPE!!!!! LMFAO. Wanted to patch it up. They needed help from the QUEEN & the BARBZ. I called the Barbz on the secret BARB phone & it was a resounding NOOOOOOOO. just like the casinooooooooooooooooo


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Beyoncé Pays Tribute to D’Angelo Following His Passing

Beyoncé Pays Tribute to D’Angelo Following His Passing

Beyoncé shares an emotional tribute following the passing of D’Angelo. D’Angelo passed away at the age of 51. According to reports, the Neo-soul pioneer passed following a a private battle with pancreatic cancer. “Rest in peace, Michael Eugene Archer, known to the world of music as the inimitable D’Angelo. We thank you for your beautiful music, your voice, your proficiency on the piano, your artistry,” Beyonce writes via her website. “You were the pioneer of neo-soul and that changed and trans


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A$AP Rocky Won’t Reveal Any More Release Dates for ‘Don’t Be Dumb’

A$AP Rocky Won’t Reveal Any More Release Dates for ‘Don’t Be Dumb’

A$AP Rocky is preparing for a highly anticipated comeback with his forthcoming album, Don’t Be Dumb—his first full-length project since Testing in 2018. In a recent conversation with Numéro Magazine, published Monday, the Harlem rapper opened up about his decision to take a more deliberate approach to releasing new music. For Rocky, the focus now is less about timing and more about quality. “Honestly, I’m done discussing release schedules,” Rocky said. “I believe in letting the work speak for i


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