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Yung Miami is preparing to launch her highly anticipated solo debut.  The rapper, born Caresha Brownlee, officially unveiled the tracklist for her first studio album, titled “Watch Dis,” which is scheduled to arrive on digital streaming platforms this Friday, Oct. 23.  The 21-track project features a star-studded feature list. Fans have already been introduced to the project through viral singles such as “News Flash” and “Tea Time,” as well as the recent double-single drop of “F You” and “2008

Rick Ross was allegedly threatened at gunpoint and pistol-whipped earlier this month near the campus of Bethune-Cookman University, according to authorities.  William Roberts III told Daytona Beach police that a man confronted him on a sidewalk near the intersection of McLeod Avenue and Weaver Street on Oct. 11, brandishing a weapon and referencing his famous father during the assault. The suspect, identified as 20-year-old Don Roberts III, allegedly pulled up to the victim in a gray sedan whil

Kim Kardashian surprised fans Tuesday by unveiling her Halloween costume early, appearing nearly unrecognizable in a detailed transformation into her 13-year-old daughter, North West.  The SKIMS founder shared a series of photos on Instagram showcasing the “mini-me” makeover, which faithfully recreated North’s distinct gothic aesthetic. Kardashian donned a waist-length turquoise wig, spiky prosthetic eyelashes and a series of faux facial piercings that have become a trademark of the teenager’s e

Jaÿ-Z has reportedly selected himself to headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show in Los Angeles this coming February, ending weeks of speculation regarding who would take the world’s most-watched stage.  The 56-year-old rapper and entrepreneur serves as the chief strategist for the league’s musical performances through a long-term partnership between the NFL and his company, Roc Nation.  Sources close to the production indicate that Jaÿ-Z, born Shawn Carter, chose himself for the 2027 slot o

Megan Thee Stallion fulfilled a lifelong ambition Sunday night as she headlined the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, closing the event with a lit performance that stunned the star-studded crowd.  The Houston native, known to fans as the “Houston Hottie,” officially earned her wings while performing her 2020 hit anthem “Body” during the show’s final segment. The performance served as a full-circle moment for the artist, who spoke about her childhood connection to the brand during a pink carp

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been ruled out for the remainder of the NFL season following the discovery of multiple blood clots in his lungs, according to team reports. The diagnosis represents a significant escalation of a medical issue that surfaced just over a week ago. The health scare began when Hurts was initially diagnosed with a superficial blood clot in his calf. Despite the initial discovery, Hurts reportedly played through the discomfort during the Eagles’ Oct. 11

Hip-Hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has been transferred from FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey to a federal prison in Pennsylvania, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons. The 56-year-old hip-hop mogul is being moved to FCI Allenwood Low, a low-security facility near Williamsport, Pennsylvania. A person familiar with the transfer confirmed the relocation to The Associated PressFriday. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TMZ (@tmztv) The Bureau of Prisons confirmed the transfer but

Tyla has announced a new initiative to support the next generation of female creatives through the launch of the “That Girl” Music Scholarship.  The program will provide a total of $50,000 in funding to 10 women pursuing degrees in music and arts-related fields at accredited institutions.  Named after a popular track from her recent album “A*Pop,” the scholarship is a collaborative effort between the artist, Sony Music and the Institute of International Education (IIE). The initiative aims to

New York City lawmakers are moving to ban horse-drawn carriages from Central Park, signaling the end of a 150-year tradition that has long been a staple of Manhattan tourism.  The City Council is expected to vote next week on legislation that would phase out the industry entirely by 2028. The legislative push gained critical momentum following the death of 18-year-old Romanch Mahajan, a tourist from India who died last spring. Mahajan was killed after jumping from a runaway carriage to assist h

50 Cent has shared an unexpected update about Eminem’s next album, revealing why the Detroit rapper abandoned plans for the upcoming Street Fighter soundtrack. During the film’s premiere, the hip-hop mogul confirmed that his longtime friend initially intended to contribute music to the project. However, Eminem reportedly changed course to concentrate on recording his next studio album. 50 Cent, who also appears in Street Fighter, smiled while discussing Eminem’s decision, seemingly aware that

Former Vice President Kamala Harris is keeping her political future open, but she isn’t ready to announce another presidential campaign. During a recent appearance on Keke Palmer’s podcast, Baby, This Is Keke Palmer, Harris addressed speculation surrounding a potential 2028 presidential bid. The conversation, released Tuesday, Oct. 13, covered life after the White House, voting rights and the upcoming midterm elections. As the interview wrapped up, Palmer asked Harris the question many America

Soulja Boy has built his hip-hop career on claiming historic firsts. Now, the Atlanta rapper is considering his most ambitious move yet: running for president of the United States. The “Crank That” hitmaker announced his political aspirations through Instagram, outlining four priorities for a potential presidential campaign. “My focus is on four things: economic opportunity, criminal justice reform, education, and the future of technology and AI,” he wrote. View this post on Instagram A po

Hip-Hop mogul JAŸ-Z generated $42.3 million in gross ticket revenue from three concerts at Yankee Stadium, underscoring the enduring commercial value of his music catalog. The Brooklyn-born rap superstar performed July 10, 11 and 12 in New York City, celebrating the anniversaries of two career-defining albums. According to Touring Data, the three-night engagement generated $42,290,766 from 136,934 tickets sold. The performances averaged approximately $14.1 million in revenue nightly, with an a

Diddy was rushed from a federal correctional institution to a nearby medical facility early Saturday morning following an emergency involving a head injury.  The music mogul, who is currently serving time at FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey, was reportedly transported by ambulance around 1 a.m. Sources familiar with the situation said the injury was not considered life-threatening. Combs remained conscious and was able to speak with medical personnel throughout the ordeal. He was treated for his inju

Stephen A. Smith issued a public apology to singer Teyana Taylor and former NBA player Iman Shumpert after admitting he broadcast false information regarding the couple’s divorce settlement.  The controversy stems from an October episode of “The Culture Table,” a podcast produced by Smith’s Straight Shooter Media. During the broadcast, Smith alleged that Taylor had secured a massive financial victory in the split, claiming she walked away with $25 million in cash and an additional $10 million i

The North Carolina Court of Appeals has upheld Billy Barrino’s life sentence for first-degree murder, rejecting challenges to the admission of rap lyrics, surveillance footage and jury instructions in his 2024 trial. Barrino, 28, argued that the trial court improperly excluded self-defense instructions and allowed prejudicial evidence to influence the jury’s verdict. The appellate court found no reversible error in the proceedings. Barrino shot and killed 24-year-old Jaleel Nivens on April 23,

A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged after he allegedly pushed his estranged girlfriend and their infant daughter from a 15th-floor balcony in the Bronx earlier this week.  The New York Police Department identified the victim as 23-year-old Nathaly Ramirez, who was pronounced dead at Jacobi Medical Center following the fall. Her 8-month-old daughter, who was reportedly being held by Ramirez at the time of the incident, remains in critical but stable condition at the same facility. Au

Lil Wayne has confirmed that he and Drake possess a massive vault of unreleased music that could eventually be shared with the public.  During a recent appearance on “The Joint Venture Show,” the Young Money founder detailed the extensive backlog of songs the two hip-hop titans have recorded over the last decade.  The Grammy-winning rapper noted that the archive is not merely a collection of recent scraps but includes significant work dating back to at least 2014. Wayne explained that he frequ

Canadian poet and writer Anne Carson, whose work often blends verse, prose, dialogue and translation in a genre-defying mix, won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature on Thursday for what the Swedish Academy called her "bold and inventive oeuvre". "Crazy, I think they're all crazy," Carson ‌told Icelandic broadcaster RUV when asked how she was feeling after learning she had won while on the Arctic island. "I'll get a sticker on the front of my book." Carson, 76, who was born in Toronto and has a

Rihanna just sent her fans into a frenzy over the latest update about her long-awaited R9album, mentioning she has 170 unreleased songs at Fenty Beauty event.  The pop icon, 38, sparked fresh excitement around her ninth studio album, R9, during a Fenty Beauty TikTok Shop livestream. Rihanna was asked how much unreleased music she has stored away. Instead of providing a direct answer, she compared her music vault to Fenty Beauty’s Gloss Bomb Vault. “If there are 10 products in the Gloss Bomb V

Comedic actor Kevin Hart’s former assistant is seeking testimony from Montia Sabbag, the woman involved in Hart’s 2017 sex tape scandal, as part of her ongoing legal dispute with the entertainer. Miesha Shakes identified Sabbag as a potential witness and wants to question her about the recording and the investigation that followed, according to court documents cited by TMZ. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TMZ (@tmztv) Sabbag became involved in a legal dispute with Hart afte

Lionel Messi made his international debut in August 2005, coming on in Budapest as an 18-year-old for a friendly against Hungary. Twenty-one years and more than 200 appearances later, he said goodbye to the national team as a world champion and Argentina's record-holder. So what did the football legend's international career look like in numbers? 208 - Appearances Messi made for the national team, the most in Argentina's history. Javier Mascherano is second with 147 caps. 126 - Goals he scored

Cristiano Ronaldo broke his silence this Tuesday via an extensive statement, explaining exactly what transpired during Portugal's training camp and the reasons that led him to leave the Portuguese delegation in Copenhagen. The captain confirmed the meetings held, the conversations with Jorge Jesus, and the fact that he's not retiring from international football. In the statement released this Tuesday, Cristiano Ronaldo begins by noting that after the 2026 World Cup, he wrote "a letter to the Po

The NBA legend put more than 6000 miles on the car during his ownership, much of it driving to and from Chicago Bulls games. This week, Pharrell Williams-founded auction establishment Joopiter offered a pair of lots steeped in Michael Jordan lore that closed this week: the “Last Dance” jersey he wore in the 1998 NBA finals, and—more interestingly for Road & Trackreaders—the 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello he purchased new and owned until 2002. On September 30, the car blitzed past Joopiter’s estimat