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VonOff1700 addresses his recent arrest after his alleged mugshot surfaces online.The Chicago rapper has been at the center of arrest reports, with an unflattering booking photo recently surfacing online along with social media posts saying he was arrested and charged with unlawful possession of a weapon last week. On Thursday (July 30), Von addressed his run-in with the law and his viral mugshot.“On Mick, I went to jail off 30 mins of sleep & a 10 of Tris 😭😭😭😭😭😭,” he wrote. “That’s what that look like when u get woke up by windows being busted & yo name gettin yelled…

Massive Attack members face reentry bans and a continuing license probe after raising a Palestinian flag during a Singapore concert. Massive Attack faces a Singapore ban after authorities punished its members for raising a Palestinian flag and backing Gaza onstage. Massive Attack performed Wednesday at The Star Theatre, where two members displayed the flag as the crowd cheered. One member also shouted “Free Palestine,” while concertgoers reportedly joined the chant during the politically charged finale. Singapore authorities said police investigated two members for supporting a political cause and displaying a foreign national emblem without permission. Join Us AllHipHop’s Daily News…

Multi-platinum R&B singer, songwriter, and reality television star K. Michelle has officially announced her first-ever full-length country album, Jesus & Whiskey, scheduled for release on October 16. The announcement, initially shared in an exclusive interview with People Magazine, coincides with the release of the album’s title track, “Jesus & Whiskey.” The song is available now across all digital streaming platforms. Produced by Kristian Bush, Jesus & Whiskey marks a deliberate pivot for the Memphis-born artist as she leans into her Southern roots. The nine-track project, released via Real Outlawz Records, Inc. in partnership with BBR Music Group, explores themes of…

PlaqueBoyMax is leaning all the way into his latest artistic chapter. The streamer and rapper released the official video for “DIVA,” delivering a polished visual packed with rain-soaked performance scenes, choreographed dancers, a cameo from Wardrobe, and support from Huda Mustafa. The release arrives as Max continues embracing a fashion-forward image that has become one of the biggest talking points surrounding his recent music rollout. The track matches the persona he has been building across TikTok and other social platforms. To mark the launch, Max debuted fresh “Diva” and “One Love” knuckle tattoos by Los Angeles artist Mez Afram, reinforcing…

Stephen A. Smith reconsiders Kyrie Irving’s vaccine refusal and accepts responsibility for helping vilify the NBA star. Kyrie Irving has received a sweeping public apology from Stephen A. Smith, who admits he treated the NBA star unfairly. Smith interrupted his vacation Thursday after Anthony Fauci’s Senate testimony forced him to reconsider athletes who opposed COVID-19 vaccine mandates. Aaron Rodgers, Novak Djokovic, Cole Beasley and Kirk Cousins made his list, but Smith reserved his strongest words for Irving. “There’s several people that we all owe apologies to. And I’ll put myself at the front of the list. But none more so…

50 Cent says making the movie “Get Rich or Die Tryin’” forced him to process trauma he’d been avoiding for years. 50 Cent opened up about the emotional toll of making his 2005 film debut, revealing how stepping into character forced him to confront trauma he’d been avoiding for years. When the Queens native sat down with GQ to discuss his most iconic film roles, he didn’t shy away from the psychological weight of bringing his own story to the screen. “Get Rich or Die Tryin’ was difficult because I didn’t realize how much it was shot out of sequence.…

Yung Filly walks free of rape charges but faces assault conviction after jury split in Perth trial. Yung Filly walked out of a Perth courtroom with a split verdict that’ll shape his future in ways he never anticipated. The British rapper got cleared of rape charges but convicted of assault after a jury couldn’t reach unanimity on the most serious allegations against him. It’s a complicated outcome that leaves his legal situation unresolved and his reputation permanently altered. The trial concluded July 31, 2026, after jurors spent ten hours deliberating before receiving permission to reach a majority verdict instead of…

Deebo Samuel Sr. is heading back to the Bay Area. The veteran wide receiver has agreed to a one-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers worth up to $7 million, reuniting with the franchise that drafted him after spending the 2025 season with the Washington Commanders. San Francisco moved quickly during training camp as injuries began cutting into its receiving depth. Ricky Pearsall is dealing with severe knee swelling connected to a previous PCL injury, while newcomer Christian Kirk has been sidelined indefinitely by a calf strain. Samuel gives head coach Kyle Shanahan an immediate solution who already understands the…

The Truth: Skilla BabyDetroit’s finest Skilla Baby deep-dives into his new album, The Price of Fame, out Aug. 21.As Told To: Peter A. BerryEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Summer 2026 issue of XXL Magazine, on newsstands now and available for sale on the XXL website.The Price of Fame is an album for the average man. The working man. The struggling man. People that could go through hell and back to provide and protect their family and be successful. For a long time, as a persona, we have to portray this person that’s bigger than life. And I think when I really…

Movie fans were excited at the prospect of Mahershala Ali joining the sprawling Marvel Cinematic Universe as the lethal daywalker, Blade. However, after delays and dealings shielded from the public eye, Mahershala Ali is moving on from the role and focusing on other endeavors. Mahershala Ali sat down with GQ for a conversation regarding his latest role in Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother from director and screenwriter Bassam Tariq, who coincidentally was contracted to direct the film in 2021 but stepped down after production delays.Both Ali and Tariq sat down with GQ to discuss Your Mother, Your Mother, Your…