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Lil Durk’s case could expand after prosecutors signal they may add older Chicago and Atlanta incidents before trial. Lil Durk and his co-defendants are facing the possibility of new charges in their Los Angeles federal murder-for-hire case, with prosecutors signaling they may expand the indictment before the matter heads to trial. The possible expansion surfaced in a May 21 court filing from Deandre Wilson, one of Durk’s co-defendants. Wilson is asking a federal judge to reconsider his detention and let him out on bond while the case moves forward. Wilson’s filing says prosecutors informed defense lawyers on May 13 that…

Grammy-nominated R&B vocalist Ro James has officially returned to the spotlight with his brand-new single, “5th Gear.” The track is available now across all major digital streaming platforms, marking a highly anticipated musical update from the veteran crooner. After originally carving out a distinct lane for himself as one of the premier emerging indie R&B acts in New York City, James has spent the past decade solidifying his reputation as a vocal powerhouse. “5th Gear” effortlessly continues this trajectory, delivering his signature blend of gritty, atmospheric soul, hypnotic production, and smooth lyricism. Tracking an artist like Ro James—from his early…

Rob Base, the legendary half of Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, passes away at 59 after a private cancer battle. Legendary rapper Rob Base left us on May 22, 2026, and Hip-Hop lost one of its most essential architects that day. The legendary half of Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock passed away peacefully at age 59 while surrounded by family, following a private battle with cancer. Just four days before his death, he’d celebrated his 59th birthday, still carrying the energy and spirit that defined his entire career in music. Growing up in Harlem with DJ E-Z Rock,…

Lupita Nyong’o isn’t entertaining Elon Musk’s racist criticism over her Helen of Troy casting in Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey.” Lupita Nyong’o isn’t backing down from the racist backlash over her casting as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan’s upcoming “The Odyssey,” and she’s making it crystal clear that mythology doesn’t require a specific skin tone. The Oscar-winning actress sat down with Elle and addressed the firestorm that erupted when Elon Musk and conservative commentators attacked her role, with Musk claiming director Nolan was making a “DEI hire” to chase awards. Nyong’o’s response was direct and unapologetic, reminding critics that they’re…

The New York Knicks continued their dominant postseason run Thursday night, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-93 to take a commanding 2-0 series lead in the Eastern Conference Finals. New York Knicks used a decisive 18-0 third-quarter run to break the game open after rallying from an 18-1 fourth-quarter deficit in Game 1 earlier this week. Josh Hart delivered a playoff career-high 26 points, while all five Knicks starters scored in double figures for a balanced offensive attack. Jalen Brunson followed up his 38-point Game 1 performance with 19 points and a playoff career-high 14 assists, the most by a Knicks…

Lizzo opens the amfAR Cannes Gala with a high-energy performance as A-list celebrities gather to raise $20 million for AIDS research. Lizzo opened the amfAR Cannes Gala with a performance that set the tone for an evening dedicated to fighting HIV and AIDS. The Grammy-winning artist took the stage at the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes, France, on May 21, 2026, delivering “About Damn Time” to a crowd of A-list celebrities and philanthropists who’d gathered for the annual fundraiser. It was the perfect way to kick off what would become one of the most glamorous nights of the Cannes Film…

Gilbert Flores / Lupita Nyong’o Lupita Nyong’o made it very clear that she will be paying racist comments about her casting in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey with dust. In a new cover story for ELLE Magazine, the Academy Award-winning actress addressed the recent racist commentary surrounding her casting as Helen of Troy, a fictional demigod known for her beauty in Nolan’s film, and the backlash the director received for the decision. One of the loudest critics was none other than Phony Stark, aka Elon Musk, who said on his lousy platform X (formerly Twitter) that Nolan “desecrated The Odyssey so that he would…

Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and actress Ledisi is officially heading back to Broadway. This fall, she will take on her first principal stage role in the new musical WANTED, which begins previews at The James Earl Jones Theatre on October 15, 2026, ahead of an official opening night on November 8, 2026. Ledisi will star as Tallulah Clarke, the matriarch of the Clarke family. She joins a powerhouse cast that includes Solea Pfeiffer (Hadestown, Gatsby: An American Myth) as Mary Clarke and Liisi LaFontaine (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Dreamgirls) as Martha Clarke. The casting was formally announced during “WANTED Unplugged,”…

Alicia Andrews, the woman found guilty of manslaughter in connection with Foolio’s killing, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.On Friday (May 22), Andrews appeared in a Tampa, Fla., courtroom where she learned her fate. After her motion to appeal the conviction was swiftly shut down by Judge Kimberly Fernandez, the judge then sentenced Andrews to 15 years.“After having reviewed all of the defense’s assertions as to the defense’s argument as to errors made by my predecessor judge, I’m going to place on the record that I would not have ruled any differently,” Judge Fernandez said.The ruling came after…

50 Cent is teaching Houston ISD students how to build successful businesses through his GUnity Business Lab. 50 Cent is expanding his GUnity Business Lab program that provides high school students with business skills and mentorship. The rapper and entrepreneur launched the program in partnership with Houston ISD, selecting over 100 students from six high schools to participate in a year-long curriculum. Students learn how to start a business, run operations, and manage finances. The program culminates in the Hustle Tank competition at NRG Arena, where students pitch their business ideas directly to 50 Cent and a panel of Houston…