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Stay Safe from Holiday Scams

The holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones, not falling victim to scams that can steal your cheer. Falling for a scam can lead to losing money and putting your account and personal information at risk, which can be both time consuming and costly.

Here are some common seasonal scams and tips to help protect yourself:

  • Missed packages or problems with delivery: Expecting a package? Be cautious of phishing messages through email or text impersonating delivery services like UPS or FedEx with links to view “missed deliveries.”
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Why Are Black Santas Important?

The question of whether we should have a Black Santa is a powerful one, as it touches on issues of representation, cultural identity, and historical context. In recent years, there has been a significant push by Black parents and communities to introduce and normalize the idea of a Black Santa, especially for children. The idea is not just about providing an alternative version of the holiday figure but also about ensuring that children from all backgrounds can see themselves reflected in the stories, myths, and celebrations that shape their world.… Read more

50 Cent Action Channel From Lionsgate Launching Exclusively On The Roku Channel Next Week

50 Cent is getting a Roku Channel.

Spotted on Deadline, Curtis Jackson and his G-Unit Film & Television imprint, in partnership with Lionsgate, are launching the 50 Cent Action Channel on the Roku Channel on Tuesday, December 10.

According to the website, the channel will be curated by the Grammy-winning and Emmy-winning multihyphenate. It will feature his favorite action films from Lionsgate’s library, which features over 20,000 titles. So expect to see films like The Expendables, Rambo, The Hitman’s Bodyguard, and over a dozen movies Diddy’s favorite troll starred in.… Read more

10 Ways To Navigate Family Drama During The Holidays

The holiday season is meant to be a time of joy, connection, and celebration. But for many, it also comes with its fair share of family drama. Whether it’s old grudges resurfacing, clashing personalities, or just the stress of being in close quarters, navigating family dynamics during the holidays can be a challenge.

In fact, a 2015 survey conducted by Healthline, a consumer health information site based in San Francisco, found that 62% of respondents described their stress levels as “very or somewhat” elevated during the holidays, as reported by Harvard.Read more

‘The Book Of Hov: A Tribute To Jay-Z’ Book Releases On Jay-Z’s Birthday

Jay-Z’s The Book of Hov exhibit at the Brooklyn Public Library last year was a huge hit amongst Hip-Hop fans. Now, anyone who missed out on the exhibition will be able to bring it home as The Book of Hov will be turned into an actual book.

The Associated Press is reporting that the exhibit dedicated to arguably the greatest rapper alive will now be available in print form as The Book of Hov: A Tribute to Jay-Z will be available Wednesday (Dec.… Read more

Lil Scrappy Responds to Criticism of His Newborn Son

The internet knucked and Lil Scrappy most definitely bucked back. The ATL star just welcomed a new baby boy with hairstylist Shakira. During this joyful time, online trolls criticized Scrappy’s baby and his decision to have another child without being in a committed relationship. There’s only so much till you get Scrapp goin’ & he quickly made a video response saying, “To the people that be having negative stuff to say about a kid, a baby and me having a baby and I’m not with nobody.… Read more

King Bey: ‘Billboard’ Names Beyoncé Greatest Pop Star Of 21st Century

Beyoncé has already leveled up after being snubbed at the Country Music Awards. Billboard has named her the greatest pop star of the 21st century.

As reported by HuffPost, the trade publication recently curated a list of the greatest talents in music. On Tuesday (Dec. 3), Billboard released their Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century list. The editorial staff ranked the 25 most prominent talents in the game. Included in the exclusive list are the likes of Drake, Jay-Z, Adele, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars, Bad Bunny and more.… Read more

Former NFL Player Randy Moss Seeks Prayers For Internal Health Issue

Randy Moss, a pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver, is dealing with ongoing health issues. The 47-year-old has declined to share any specifics of his diagnosis, but in a video posted to Instagram before an appearance on ESPN’s Sunday NFL Countdown on Dec. 1, he called his health issues an internal battle.

“Throughout the week of the holidays, man, your boy has been battling something internal,” he shared. “And I just ask for all the prayer warriors to put their blessing hands on me and my family through these hard times.”… Read more

Snoop Dogg Drops $1M Wedding Gift On Daughter Cori Broadus

Snoop Dogg and his daughter, Cori Broadus, recently stopped by the “Jennifer Hudson Show” to chat about their new three-part docuseries, “Snoop Dogg’s Fatherhood: Cori & Wayne’s Story.”

The upcoming series dives deep into Cori’s journey with her fiancé, Wayne Deuce, offering an intimate look at their love story, relationship hurdles, and the excitement leading up to their big day.

During the interview, Jennifer Hudson got curious and asked Snoop about the most extravagant gift he’s ever given his daughter.… Read more

Ray J Speaks Out After Vandalized Car and Alleged Murder Threats: “That’s What It’s Come To?”

The singer and entrepreneur shared footage of his damaged car following a troubling series of events, including claims of gunfire.

By Jaelani Turner-Smith

December 4, 2024/

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Ray J came to the internet with his worries after his car was sadly vandalized post-holiday weekend.

The singer, reality television personality, and tech entrepreneur posted an Instagram Story on Monday (December 2) showing his badly scratched ride and smashed window, which he was easily able to pull from his door.… Read more

O.J. Simpson Not on Thumb Drive Recording Allegedly Tied to 1994 Murders (UPDATE)

A thumb drive in the custody of Minnesota police reportedly contains a confession from the former NFL star to the 1994 murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman.

UPDATED 12/3, 10:00 p.m. ET: It turns out that the late O.J. Simpson didn’t incriminate himself in an alleged recording.

A law enforcement source confirmed to TMZ that the Bloomington Police Department in Minnesota has reviewed the contents of the thumb drive seized from Simpson’s former bodyguard, Iroc Avelli, and determined there was no confession from Simpson to the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman.… Read more