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Former Columbia gas station owner Chikei “Rick” Chow has been found not guilty in the killing of 14‑year‑old Black teen Cyrus Carmack‑Belton, a verdict that has enraged many people across South Carolina and beyond. The case centers on a 2023 shooting outside Chow’s Shell station, where he chased Cyrus more than 100 yards and shot him in the back after accusing the boy of trying to steal bottled water, even though video and police later showed Cyrus had put the bottles back and had not actually s

A US judge has ordered the removal of President Donald Trump's name from the title of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The Washington DC venue cannot be renamed without congressional approval, the judge ruled on Friday, also blocking the centre's temporary closure during upcoming proposed renovations. Trump's name must be taken off the institution's title, its façade - and any other physical or digital signage - and official materials within 14 days, according to the order. A spoke

Universal Music Group, the entertainment giant behind acts such as Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter and Kendrick Lamar, has rejected a takeover offer by billionaire Bill Ackman's investment firm. The music giant said Pershing Square's $64.3bn (£48bn) takeover offer was "not in the best interests" of the company, shareholders, artists, fans and other stakeholders. Universal said the offer "fundamentally and materially undervalues" the business, which also runs Abbey Road Studios and owns labels

Sonny Rollins, the Harlem-born saxophonist whose fearless improvisation reshaped modern jazz music, died Monday at his home in Woodstock, New York. He was 95. Publicist Terri Hinte confirmed the news. No official cause of death was released, though Rollins had struggled with pulmonary fibrosis and other health complications in recent years. With his death, jazz loses one of its final living architects from the bebop era. Rollins stood beside innovators who transformed American music during the

More than two decades after Aaliyah released her debut album, the conversation around Age Ain’t Nothing but a Number has resurfaced in an unexpected way. A recent vinyl reissue prompted renewed attention online. This happened after fans noticed what appeared to be a quiet visual message tied to R. Kelly, whose image remains on the original cover art. Social posts connected to Aaliyah’s estate only added to the speculation. For many longtime listeners, the moment reopened difficult questions tied

A Nevada court has ordered Floyd Mayweather to pay nearly $1 million in back child support, along with ongoing monthly payments of more than $32,000. This comes after legally establishing him as the father of a four-year-old girl. The ruling, detailed in court records obtained by TMZ, marks the latest development in a case that has unfolded over several years in Las Vegas. The child, Price Moorehead, is now recognized as Mayweather’s fifth. The judge’s decision in March 2026 set the monthly ob

NASCAR star Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup series champion regarded as one of the sport's greatest ever drivers, died Thursday aged 41, his family confirmed in a joint statement. Busch, who was in his 22nd season in NASCAR's top division, had been hospitalized earlier Thursday with an undisclosed but "severe illness". "On behalf of the Busch family, everyone at Richard Childress Racing and all of NASCAR, we are devastated to announce the sudden and tragic passing of Kyle Busch," a joint statement

A new campaign pairing Kevin Durant with Drake is drawing attention ahead of the release of the NOCTA x Nike KD 19 sneaker collection. In the promotional clip, Durant walks Drake through a string of exaggerated shoe concepts before unveiling the final design tied to the upcoming collaboration. The commercial offers one of the clearest looks yet at the collection. Notably, a bright monochromatic blue sneaker is featured prominently throughout the teaser. The rollout arrives as both Nike and NOCTA

Saweetie is facing a massive legal battle after a concert promoter filed a lawsuit seeking $3 million in damages over a series of canceled shows in Japan. The legal action, filed by Moon Dream Production, accuses the rapper and her company, Icy Grl Touring, of fraud and breach of contract.  According to court documents, the dispute stems from a deal struck for four performances scheduled to take place across Japan between July 18 and July 26, 2025. The promoter alleges that Saweetie agreed to a

Marco Rubio is getting dragged online after being photographed boarding Air Force One in a navy Nike tracksuit that looks uncannily similar to one worn by Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro. Images of the Florida senator in the fit quickly went viral once people began posting side‑by‑side comparisons of the two. According to reporting from the International Business Times, the White House initially tried to spin the look as a “full drip” moment, but social media users were far more interested

An 88‑year‑old Carnival Cruise Line guest has died after driving her mobility scooter off a pier at Celebration Key, the company’s private destination in the Bahamas. The accident happened while the Carnival Celebration was docked during a Caribbean sailing. Carnival and the Royal Bahamas Police Force say the woman went into the water after apparently losing control of the scooter near the edge of the pier around midday. In a statement, the cruise line said crew members quickly pulled her from

Former Houston police officer Ashley Gonzalez is trying to get her job back after being fired over a viral video of her going on an explicit racist rant. The clip, which spread quickly on local news and social media, showed her repeatedly using slurs to describe Black people, and pushed Houston Police Department leaders to remove her from duty and review cases she’d worked on. Gonzalez has now appealed her termination, with the Houston Police Officers’ Union confirming she has formally challeng

The former accountant for wrestling legend Hulk Hogan is facing a theoretical maximum of 120 years in prison after being indicted on multiple counts of wire fraud. Federal prosecutors say Melissia Gauthreaux siphoned hundreds of thousands of dollars from a high‑profile client while overseeing their finances. According to charging documents, she allegedly abused her signatory authority to move money out of the client’s accounts without permission, disguising the transfers as legitimate business

Far‑right livestreamer “Chud the Builder” is in custody following a shooting outside a Tennessee courthouse that left two people, including himself, injured. Police have identified him as 28‑year‑old Dalton Eatherly, a Clarksville contractor who built an online presence by filming himself provoking strangers, using racial slurs and often flashing a gun on camera. The confrontation unfolded outside the Montgomery County Courthouse in Clarksville, where an argument between Eatherly and another man

Media mogul Ted Turner, who pioneered the modern 24-hour news culture when he launched the CNN channel, has died at the age of 87, the network has announced. In 1980, Turner launched Cable News Network as the first dedicated rolling news channel, which soon became a central part of the media landscape. US President Donald Trump paid tribute to him as "one of the greats of broadcast history, and a friend of mine". Current CNN CEO and chairman Mark Thompson described Turner as "the giant on who

A deadly virus outbreak aboard a luxury cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has left three passengers dead and several others ill, according to international health authorities. The incident has triggered urgent monitoring efforts across multiple countries and raised questions about onboard safety protocols. The outbreak occurred on the MV Hondius, a Dutch-operated expedition vessel traveling between South America and West Africa. Health officials believe the illness is linked to hantavirus, a ra

Kim Kardashian is reportedly stepping away from her legal studies following a setback in her journey to become a licensed attorney.  According to TMZ, Kardashian, 45, has decided to postpone future attempts at the California bar exam until at least 2027. The decision comes after the “Kardashians” star reportedly skipped the February administration of the rigorous test and does not plan to sit for the upcoming July exam.  While Kardashian spent years documenting her legal aspirations on her Hul

Kid Cudi’s current Rebel Ragers tour has largely been framed as a high-energy return to the stage. However, a recent stop in Texas shifted the conversation in an unexpected direction. The tour, which included M.I.A. as a recurring guest, drew renewed attention after a moment that quickly moved beyond music. What unfolded inside the venue soon traveled online. As a result, audience recordings circulated widely and prompted broader discussion. In the hours that followed, the focus turned from perf

Spirit Airlines, known for their discounted fares, has shut down operations effective immediately after 34 years, per AP News. On Saturday (May 2), the ultralow cost airline announced that all flights have been canceled and customer service is no longer available. “We are proud of the impact of our ultra-low-cost model on the industry over the last 34 years and had hoped to serve our guests for many years to come,” the announcement said. The airline, which was struggling to maintain consisten

The death of John Forté, confirmed in January at age 50, has now been more fully explained by officials. This offers clarity months after his passing. A neighbor discovered him unresponsive on his kitchen floor and contacted emergency services, but responders were unable to revive him. He was pronounced dead at the scene, and early assessments indicated no signs of foul play. For a time, the precise cause remained uncertain. As a result, friends and admirers searched for answers. According to f

Chris Brown has confirmed the birth of his newest child with model and social media influencer Jada Wallace.  The announcement came via social media after Wallace posted a series of photos to her Instagram account showcasing the newborn. Although Wallace did not explicitly tag the “Under the Influence” singer in her post, Brown made his paternity clear in the comments section. “Purest love,” Wallace wrote in the caption of her post, accompanied by a yellow heart emoji.  Brown quickly responded

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