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Tim Cook, the executive who steered Apple into a $4 trillion powerhouse and shaped its identity in the post-Steve Jobs era, is stepping down as CEO, the company announced Monday. John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering, will assume the role of CEO effective September 1. Cook will transition to executive chairman of the board and remain CEO through the summer to ensure a smooth handover. “It has been the greatest privilege of my life to be the CEO of Apple and to have

The latest ICEMAN rollout from Drake has turned a promotional stunt into a full-scale cultural moment. The highest-streaming hip-hop artist’s towering ice installation in Toronto continues to ripple across fan communities and resale markets. Fans are selling pieces of Drakes ICEMAN structure on Ebay 😭 pic.twitter.com/tQz62R2u9d — ALMIGHTEE. (@realalmightee) April 23, 2026 Built to tease his upcoming album ICEMAN, the massive ice structure drew hundreds of fans who gathered with tools, chipp

Nicki Minaj is headed to the White House this weekend.  The chart-topping hip-hop star is set to attend the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner on April 25, a move that continues to reshape her public image beyond music. The Queens rap star will appear at the high-profile event amid ongoing conversation about her political stance. Once known for outspoken critiques, Minaj now aligns herself closely with Donald Trump. She has made that position clear in recent months, describing hers

Rapper Eminem has welcomed another addition to his growing family, marking a new chapter for the Detroit rap icon. The 53-year-old artist is now a grandfather of two after his daughter Alaina Marie Scott announced the birth of her first child. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alaina Marie (@alainamariescott) Scott shared the news on Instagram, revealing that she and her husband, Matt Moeller, recently welcomed a daughter named Scottie Marie Moeller. The baby was born on April

Hollywood legends Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence have officially become grandfathers together following the birth of a baby girl born to their children, Jasmin Lawrence and Eric Murphy.  The “Beverly Hills Cop” star confirmed the news Saturday during the American Film Institute Life Achievement Award ceremony. Murphy revealed that the couple welcomed the baby reportedly one or two weeks ago, marking a new chapter for the two iconic comedic families.  Eric and Jasmin wed in a private ceremony

gunman in Louisiana shot 10 people early Sunday in what authorities described as a domestic violence attack spanning two homes, leaving eight children dead and two others injured in a tragedy that has shaken a neighbourhood in Shreveport. According to AP News, the victims were between the ages of one and about 14, said Shreveport police spokesperson Chris Bordelon, who noted that some of the children were related to the suspect. Police said the suspect fled the scene in a stolen vehicle, promp

Nearly 24 years after the killing of Jam Master Jay, the case is on the verge of another significant shift. Jay Bryant moves toward a guilty plea. Court filings show Bryant is expected to change his plea from not guilty. This follows negotiations with federal prosecutors that have unfolded quietly in recent weeks. If entered, the plea would mark the first formal admission of involvement in the long-unsolved Queens studio shooting. The development arrives as the case continues to shift under comp

The iconic Burj Al Arab in Dubai is expected to temporarily shut its doors for an extensive 18-month refurbishment, marking the first major upgrade since the luxury hotel opened in 1999. A staff member confirmed on Wednesday that the sail-shaped hotel will close during the renovation period, although its owner, Jumeirah Group, had earlier stated that the upgrade would be carried out in phases without explicitly confirming a full shutdown. According to the company, the redesign project will be

At the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, attention has largely centered on the placement and compensation of its headline acts. Justin Bieber reportedly commanded one of the highest fees of the weekend at around $10 million. That figure alone made any talk of a withdrawal seem unlikely. However, festivals of this scale routinely prepare for last-minute contingencies. In this case, online conversation filled that uncertainty gap and turned quickly toward speculation about possible substi

Law enforcement officials responded to a reported shooting Tuesday at a Chick-fil-A restaurant in Union, New Jersey, prompting a significant police presence at the popular fast-food location.  Emergency responders arrived at the scene on Route 22 after receiving reports of gunfire during the busy afternoon hours. Local authorities cordoned off the parking lot and parts of the surrounding shopping area as investigators collected evidence.  The incident took place at one of the township’s most a

The rapper Offset is in a stable condition in hospital after he was shot outside a Florida casino on Monday. The former member of the Atlanta hip-hop trio Migos, whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus, was shot in a valet area outside the Seminole Hard Rock hotel and casino, Offset’s spokesperson confirmed to media. He is being treated at a hospital and “being closely monitored”, the spokesperson said in a statement. Offset was formerly married to the rapper Cardi B, with whom he has three

The highly anticipated Wireless Festival has been canceled following a decision by United Kingdom officials to ban Kanye West from entering the country. The rapper, who now goes by the name Ye, was slated to headliner the massive music event as part of his “Bully” world tour expansion. UK authorities reportedly issued the entry ban following a series of controversies surrounding the artist. This legal hurdle made it impossible for festival organizers to move forward with the event as planned, a

Kanye West’s ban on entering the UK might lead to a slippery slope, says UK Parliament Member Nigel Farage. During a recent press conference, Farage made it clear that while he doesn’t support West’s past anti-Semitic behavior, he believes that barring individuals from entering the country for their views is a “dangerous path” to go down. “I think that for myself, I wouldn’t buy a ticket, I wouldn’t recommend anyone buys a ticket,” Farage says. “I think his comments are vile, really vile, the s

Gabrielle Union recently suffered a devastating family loss with the passing of her father, Sylvester “Cully” Union Jr, after a long battle with Dementia. He was just 81 years old. On April 4, the actress to took Instagram, offering a heartfelt tribute to her late father. “Yesterday morning, my Dad, Sylvester “Cully” Union Jr., passed away. No matter how much you think you know about dementia, nothing prepares you for the painfully slow disappearing of your loved one,” she began the lengthy post

US President Donald Trump has removed Attorney General Pam Bondi - a longtime ally and fierce defender of his administration - from her post as America's top law enforcement officer. Trump praised her in a post on Truth Social and said she would be "transitioning" to a role in the private sector. Bondi's time leading the justice department was often overshadowed by its handling of the release of files relating to Jeffrey Epstein and its investigation into the convicted sex offender. She is th

Former New England Patriots football player Stefon Diggs is scheduled to face trial on May 4 in a criminal casestemming from assault and strangulation allegations tied to a dispute with a former private chef. A judge set the trial date during a pretrial hearing in Boston on Wednesday, advancing a case that has drawn attention across the football world. Prosecutors allege the incident occurred last year inside Diggs’ residence and resulted in multiple criminal charges. Stefon Diggs, who was rel

Hip-Hop received the sad news that Miami rapper Jha Jha, best known as the “First Lady of The Diplomats,” passed away on Sunday (March 29). She was 42.  Real name Natoya Handy, the rapper built her reputation during the explosive mixtape era of the 2000s. She rose to fame during Jim Jones’s Byrdgang era, an extension of Dipset. I hate this R.I.P. @DarealJhaJha you were a true creative even beyond music, the world wasn’t ready. pic.twitter.com/p9FD1zXHre — AceVane (@AcEvAne) March 29, 2026

Golf legend Tiger Woods has been released on bail following his arrest on charges of driving under the influence after rolling his car in a crash in Florida. The Martin County Sheriff's Office said the 15-time major champion was also charged with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test. Woods, 50, rolled his Land Rover after clipping a truck in Jupiter Island on Friday afternoon, according to Sheriff John Budensiek, who said officers had not suspected him of impairment by alcoho

US paper currency will soon feature President Donald Trump’s signature going forward, the US Treasury Department announced Thursday, the latest of the president’s efforts to leave his mark across the federal government. It will be the first time a sitting US president’s signature has appeared on paper notes. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the move is in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States. “There is no more powerful way to recognize the historic achievements of our great

The United States government is facing criticism over claims it has collected more than $1 billion in immigration fees for services that have not been delivered, affecting applicants both within and outside the country. The allegation was raised by policy analyst David J. Bier during testimony before the Senate, where he argued that current immigration measures have halted the processing of applications while authorities continue to receive payments. “This is the largest fraud in the history o

A California jury has ruled that comedian Bill Cosby is liable for drugging and sexually assaulting a woman more than 50 years ago, adding another chapter to the long legal saga surrounding the once-dominant television star. The verdict, delivered Monday in California, orders Cosby to pay $59.25 million in damages to Donna Motsinger, a former waitress who accused the comedian of assaulting her in 1972. Jurors awarded $17.5 million for past emotional trauma and another $1.75 million for future s

military aircraft conveying dozens of Colombian soldiers has crashed near the country’s southern border with Peru, officials confirmed on Monday. The crash involved a Hercules transport plane which came down near Puerto Leguízamo in Putumayo province shortly after take-off, BBC reports. According to Colombian military authorities, about 80 soldiers were on board the aircraft when the incident occurred. Emergency responders have been dispatched to the area as authorities begin efforts to reach

Leonid “Leo” Radvinsky, the owner and CEO of the porn-friendly platform, OnlyFans, has passed away at 43 after a long battle with cancer. The billionaire entrepreneur helped turn the company into one of the most profitable subscription-focused digital media platforms to date. While often steeped in controversy for its promotion of adult content, OnlyFans has created a narrative shift on how sexual content is produced, consumed, and monetized.  The company confirmed his passing on Monday (Mar.2

Chuck Norris, the martial artist and action film star known for his commanding presence on screen, has died. He was 86. Norris died Thursday morning in Hawaii, according to a statement shared by his family. Loved ones said the actor passed away peacefully while surrounded by relatives. “It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris,” the statement read. “While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by