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Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul And The Health Implications Of Older Boxers Fighting

If at 58, I were to agree to a boxing match with a person half my age, much alarm would be caused. My daughters would burst into tears, my partner would have strong words, and my students would have final confirmation that I had lost the plot. I, however, am not “Iron Mike” Tyson.

On July 20, the former heavyweight boxing world champion is due to step into the ring at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, to fight YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.… Read more

The DOJ Has Addressed McDonald’s Broken Ice Cream Machines

It seems the complaints behind McDonald’s ice cream machines have hit the fed’s radar. The DOJ has formally addressed their faulty equipment.

The Verge is reporting that the global fast food chain’s signature soft served dessert is the topic of discussion for the not only the United States Department Of Justice but also the Federal Trade Commission. On Thursday, March 14 both the agencies submitted a joint filing regarding the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. In essence the DMCA criminalizes any production, deviation and repairing of any copyrighted works.… Read more

HIP-HOP HISTORY: DOGG POUND SINGER NATE DOGG PASSED AWAY 13 YEARS AGO

In 2011, in Long Beach, California, Nathaniel Hale, better known as rap/R&B crooner Nate Dogg, died from complications after suffering several strokes. He was 41 years old.

His Long Beach homie Snoop Dogg introduced him to the rap game via their trio 213, which was the group brought to Dr. Dre by his little brother Warren G. and made everyone in the trio West Coast Legends.
Nate was a trailblazer in the rap/R&B fusion, with smash hits with Fabolous, Mobb Deep, Mos Def, Ludacris, and many more.… Read more

adidas Donating $150M From Yeezy Sales To Anti-Hate Orgs

Adidas announced that they would be donating millions of dollars from the sales of their remaining Yeezy shoes to anti-hate groups.

On Wednesday (March 13), the German sportswear giant adidas announced that they were planning to, and in some cases, already donated $150 million to groups fighting antisemitism and other forms of hate from the sales of their remaining stock of Yeezy shoes. The company had an estimated $1.3 billion worth of sneakers created from its partnership with Ye aka Kanye West in their warehouses.… Read more

Wendy Williams Owes $500K In Taxes, In Danger Of Losing NYC Condo

Uncle Sam is after Wendy Williams. The media mogul is apparently behind on her taxes and is in danger of losing her New York City condominium.

TMZ is reporting that the Ocean Township, New Jersey native is not current with her financial responsibilities to the government. Thirty Mile Zone says the former talk show host was served with a tax lien on her midtown Manhattan home located at 50 West 50th Street. The IRS estimates that Wendy Williams owes $568,451.57 due to unpaid taxes stemming from 2019 and 2021.… Read more

DR. DRE TO RECEIVE STAR ON HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME

Dr. Dre is set to receive his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The star will be next to his longtime friend and collaborator Snoop Dogg.

Dr. Dre’s contributions to the music industry are undeniable and have left an indelible mark on popular culture,” Walk of Fame producer Ana Martinez said. “As a producer, rapper, and entrepreneur, Dr. Dre has continuously pushed boundaries and set new standards for excellence. It is with great pride that we honor his incredible career and extraordinary impact by awarding him a star on the Walk of Fame.… Read more

VP Kamala Harris to visit reproductive health clinic in Twin Cities

By FOX 9 Staff

PublishedMarch 14, 2024 8:00AM

Kamala Harris

FOX 9

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Vice President Kamala Harris is coming to the Twin Cities on Thursday with plans to visit a reproductive health clinic, a first for any U.S. president or vice president.

The White House said the visit is part of a nationwide “Fight for Reproductive Freedoms” tour in which Harris travels to states with protected reproductive rights, states with abortion bans, and states that are still navigating the overturn of Roe v.… Read more

Nicki Minaj’s Little Sister, Ming Luanli, Drops New Music Video “Do It Again”

Nicki Minaj is to this day one of the biggest artists in the Hip-Hop game, But can her sister follow in her footsteps and establish herself as a star in her own right, too?

We don’t know but she’s damn sure going to try as the Queens rapper’s sister, Ming Luanli, has just stepped into the music game by hopping on Rakeem Love’s “Do It Again.” She actually bares a resemblance to Nicki in both style, looks and even tone.… Read more

Your Bestie Miss Westie Is Dropping An Album Inspired By Kanye West’s Debut LP

Life father, like daughter? It would seem North West is following in the steps of her dad, Kanye West, musically, that is.

Spotted on HipHopDX, Ye’s seed, North, is gearing up to bless her besties with an album that pays direct homage to her father’s first project.

During Vultures 2’s “listening event” in Phoenix on Sunday (March 10), standing side by side with her dad, North West announced that her album was coming.

“I’ve been working on an album, and it is called Elementary School Dropout,” the 10-year-old told her dad’s loyal to fault fans.… Read more

Breonna Taylor’s Life Mattered Because She Deserved To Live Her Life To The Fullest

Breonna Taylor is more than a hashtag. Four years after Louisville Metro Police killed Breonna, her death is still tough to process. 

Breonna deserved better from authorities in Louisville and the state of Kentucky as a whole. Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron made a mockery of accountability.

MORE: Breonna Taylor Civil Rights Case: A Timeline Of Events In The Trial

State leaders are apparently finally trying to change that now, according to the Louisville Courier-Journal:

Republican Sen.

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