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‘They did this to me in first class and I absolutely contacted corporate about it.’ A Seattle woman is let down after sitting down on her Alaska Airlines flight only to discover that the flight attendants gave away the meal she specifically pre-ordered for the trip. TikTok creator Lauren (@lauren_in_seattle) filmed the video from the plane ride.  “First world problems, but the flight attendants gave away my Beechers mac and cheese that I preordered for a 6-hour flight and was so excited for,” she wrote in the on-screen text. In the caption, she wrote, “This is what I get for…

BET has announced that Ms. Lauryn Hill will receive the prestigious Living Legend Icon Award, sponsored by Sprite, during the BET Awards 2026. Culture’s Biggest Night will air live on June 28 from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with comedian and entertainer Druski serving as host. The Living Legend Icon Award recognizes artists whose influence has remained essential across generations and whose contributions continue to shape culture. Few artists embody that legacy more than Hill, whose groundbreaking work has left an indelible mark on hip-hop, R&B, soul, and reggae. Hill first rose to global prominence as a member of…

We have been monitoring this situation very closely. And what we are about to break down for you is the kind of scoop that does not come along often. This is not a rumor. This is not a hot take. This is a story that has been building quietly in the underground, piece by piece, symbol by symbol, and we have been watching every single move. So pull up a chair because by the time you finish reading this, you are going to see everything differently. The internet has been quietly buzzing and if you know, you know. RKM Legend…

In a music landscape where artists are constantly fighting for attention, Million Dolla Smile has found a different way to stand out. He built his own world. The Jamaica, Queens artist, known to fans as “The Goth God,” has spent years creating a brand that feels larger than music. From his signature face paint and dark visuals to records that blend hip-hop, alternative influences, and cinematic storytelling, Million Dolla Smile has become one of the more unique independent artists carving out his own lane. Now he’s gearing up for what could be his biggest release to date. Dark Sombia. While…

Rising Midwest hip-hop artist P. Swagger is turning up the heat with the release of his highly anticipated new single, “Where They At (Remix),” featuring Daiyon, M-Status, and legendary Atlanta celebrity DJ Holiday. The high-energy record combines retro-inspired club vibes with modern production, creating a feel-good anthem poised to make waves across clubs, radio stations, and streaming platforms nationwide. Born Perry Terrell Shedd on January 11, 1984, in Madison, Wisconsin, P. Swagger’s journey is a testament to perseverance, resilience, and determination. Raised by a single mother in Madison’s toughest neighborhoods, including Allied Drive and Sommerset, he experienced firsthand the challenges…

The Power Universe is expanding once again. STARZ has officially greenlit Power: Legacy, an eight-episode drama that reunites Michael Rainey Jr.’s Tariq St. Patrick and Joseph Sikora’s Tommy Egan in a highly anticipated new chapter of the hit franchise. Set in New York City, the series follows Tommy’s return from Chicago as he joins forces with Tariq to make their mark on the city’s criminal underworld. The announcement confirms years of fan speculation that began after a mysterious post-credits scene in the final season of Power Book II: Ghost and intensified following Tariq’s surprise appearance in the series finale of…

GRAMMY and Emmy Award-winning superstar Lizzo has officially released her highly anticipated new album, Bitch, marking the beginning of a bold new chapter in her career. Inspired by empowerment and self-acceptance, the album title reclaims a word often used negatively and transforms it into a symbol of confidence. “Reclaiming the word Bitch is power,” Lizzo said. “It’s taking a label once used to diminish women and turning it into a declaration of confidence and unapologetic self-love.” The project builds on the message first introduced in Lizzo’s Diamond-certified hit “Truth Hurts,” which popularized the phrase, “I’m 100% that bitch.” One of…

Megan Thee Stallion is challenging a $1.2 million styling lawsuit, claiming an internal audit uncovered questionable expenses. Megan Thee Stallion is fighting back after being hit with a lawsuit seeking more than $1.2 million in alleged unpaid wardrobe and styling fees. The Meg argued that the invoices at the center of the dispute are riddled with questionable, unverifiable charges. The Houston rapper is being sued in Los Angeles County Superior Court by stylist Eric Archibald and his company Six K. The lawsuit alleges that Megan and several of her business entities failed to pay for wardrobe services provided between January…

Steve Lacy has announced a release date for his highly anticipated third album, Oh yeah?  His new LP is scheduled to arrive July 17 via RCA Records. The 10-track set is said to be Lacy’s most personal body of work to date. A press release notes that it’s “the culmination of a four-year journey, whereupon Steve found himself feeling at home in foreign countries and situations and less at home at home.” Oh yeah? will include the previously shared track “Nice Shoes,” which is now titled “Nice Shoes / In Your World,” plus the new lead single, “The Feeling.” On the…

Picture the Tunnel, circa 1998. Not the music necessarily, though that was part of it. The energy. The way everyone in that room understood, without anyone explaining it, that something was being decided. Who was hot. Who was fading. Who had just walked in with enough presence to shift the whole room’s attention. Status communicated in real time, through performance, through what you wore, through who acknowledged you and how. No algorithm. No metrics dashboard. Pure social intelligence operating at speed. That dynamic didn’t disappear. It migrated. The Culture Was Always About the Game Hip-hop has never been primarily about…