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Michael B. Jordan Shows Love To Sinners & Drops Big Creed-Verse Plans At Amazon Upfront

At Amazon’s upfront presentation on Monday, Michael B. Jordan energized the crowd with a surprising and heartfelt tribute.

While promoting the future of the Creed franchise, Jordan took a moment to acknowledge the current success of Sinners, a film now playing in theaters. “Thank you to everyone who’s been supporting Sinners in theaters right now,” he told the audience at the Beacon Theatre, earning one of the loudest responses of the night.

What caught many off guard was that *Sinners* was not an Amazon production but a Warner Bros.… Read more

Michael Jordan Signs On With NBC Sports As Special Contributor

Michael Jordan will bring his years of basketball excellence and experience to television screens in the next NBA season after NBC Sports made a big announcement. Michael Jordan will join the network’s team as a special contributor covering NBA action.

The announcement was made on Monday (May 12) and highlights that Michael Jordan will be joining the NBA on NBC roster, with Air Jordan sharing in a statement his feelings on the new partnership.

“I am so excited to see the NBA back on NBC.… Read more

Victim No. 3 Missing As Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Sex Trafficking Trial Begins

Federal prosecutors are scrambling to locate a key witness scheduled to testify against Sean “Diddy” Combs in his highly anticipated sex trafficking trial, which began with opening statements on Monday, according to Deadline.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) reported that as of Sunday, they had not yet made contact with Victim-3, who was scheduled to testify Monday with detailed allegations of sexual exploitation by the rapper and entrepreneur.… Read more

Tory Lanez Reportedly Stabbed In Jail, Rushed To Hospital

Rapper Tory Lanez has reportedly been stabbed by an inmate at the California Correctional Institution at Tehachapi, where he’s currently serving out his 10-year prison sentence for the 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, TMZ reported.  

Lanez, 32, was in the yard of the facility on Monday morning (May 12) when the stabbing occurred. TMZ noted that the rapper—real name Daystar Peterson—was rushed to a nearby hospital in Bakersfield with non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to survive the attack.… Read more

Michael Jordan To Serve ‘Special Contributor’ Role With NBC This Fall

The GOAT, Michael Jordan, will step out of retirement to serve as a “special” sports contributor with NBC when NBA sports coverage returns to the network in the fall. Details surrounding Jordan’s role are unclear, but a source told CNBC that the Chicago Bulls legend won’t be a “regular” on the network. Instead, he’ll make several appearances throughout the NBA season.

In a statement, the 62-year-old basketball icon said he was “excited” to see the NBA making a comeback on NBC.… Read more

Denise Bidot Speaks Out: Accuses Lil Wayne Of Abuse After Mother’s Day Split

Model Denise Bidot has come forward with serious allegations against rapper Lil Wayne, claiming he subjected her to both emotional and physical abuse during their relationship.

The accusations surfaced on Mother’s Day, a day that Bidot says ended with her and her daughter being forced to leave Wayne’s home. In an emotional post shared on Instagram, Bidot expressed the pain of the split, calling it a cruel and heartless move. “Breaking up with someone on Mother’s Day is diabolical,” she wrote, hinting at a deeper turmoil behind the scenes.… Read more

Malia Obama Directs 2 Nike Videos with A’ja Wilson Showcasing Her New Basketball Shoe

The filmmaker, 26, helmed the social media short videos, which are tied to the launch of the WNBA star’s signature shoe

Malia Obama is just doing it!

The elder daughter of former president Barack Obama and wife Michelle Obama has harnessed her directorial skills for a pair of social media vignettes in support of A’ja Wilson’s new Nike shoe, PEOPLE can confirm.

Obama, 26, was at the helm of two videos tied to the WNBA star’s new signature shoe for the brand, the A’One, set to drop on Tuesday, May 6.… Read more

What Does The Bible Say About Mothers?

Mothers Day approaches—or any time we pause to reflect on the role of mothers—it’s clear that the Bible holds a deep reverence for motherhood. From Eve, the first mother, to Mary, the mother of Jesus, the age-old scripture consistently honors women who nurture, lead, and sacrifice with unwavering strength. Far from being sidelined, mothers in the Bible are often central to God’s plans, their stories rich with courage, wisdom, and grace, just like our moms in real life.
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The Game’s Calabasas Mansion Sold To Settle Longstanding Lawsuit

Rapper The Game is facing the loss of his Calabasas home following a court order to sell the property to help pay off a $7.1 million legal judgment.

The decision comes as part of a long-running legal battle with Priscilla Rainey, who was awarded the multi-million-dollar sum in 2018 after accusing the rapper of sexual misconduct during the taping of the reality series “She Got Game”. Legal documents reveal that a judge recently approved the sale of The Game’s mansion, stating that the home’s value could potentially cover protected homeowner exemptions and existing liens while still generating funds toward the judgment owed to Rainey.… Read more

Michelle Obama’s New Chapter: Choosing Herself And Embracing Healing

Michelle Obama is embracing a new phase in her life—one where she finally puts herself first.

In a candid conversation on Jay Shetty’s podcast, she shared that she’s actively in therapy, using it as a space to reflect, heal, and better understand herself after years of public service and motherhood. With her daughters grown and leading their own lives, Michelle spoke about the shift from constantly giving to others to now focusing inward.

She explained that therapy has become a vital tool in helping her navigate this transition.… Read more

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