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The owner of an Austin restaurant addresses a complaint video posted by an unhappy customer on Facebook. Not only are his complaints invalid, she said, but she has the receipts to prove it.







TikTok creator Gabriela Bucio (@gabriela.atx) is a restaurateur based in Austin, Texas. In a video posted on Nov. 17, she addressed an incident at her restaurant Gabriela's South. 

First, Bucio said that the customer, who she refers to as "Mr. Roger," and his party arrived at the restaurant an hour past their 7:15 p.m. reservation. Still, the staff recognized that this was a party of regulars and they accommodated them anyway.

Why Did This Gabriela's South Customer Post to Facebook?

Apparently, the courtesy wasn't appreciated by Roger, who is known as Roger El Versache on Facebook, because Bucio said he repaid the kindness by complaining about the menu, the size of the cocktails, and how the food was prepared, even though Bucio said the menu clearly labeled everything.

The story didn't end there. Bucio also accuses the customer of mistreating her bartending staff. And then he posted a video detailing his complaints to Facebook.

"Unfortunately, he was rude to our female staff, behavior we do not tolerate and even in his video he made inappropriate and disrespectful comments about them," she wrote in the video's caption. "We wish him well and hope he finds a place that better suits his preferences."

Additionally, Bucio posted screenshots of Facebook messages she said she received from other people in the party who saw the video and wanted to clarify that the entire party didn't share Roger's opinion.

In another Facebook post, Roger addressed the screenshots by saying there was obviously a "Judas" at the dinner table. In comments, he also claimed that no one in the party told him directly that he'd crossed a line or asked him to take the video down.

Viewers React to the Gabriela's South Facebook Dust-Up

In the comments section, viewers discussed the man's complaint video and Bucio's response.

"Some people don't have better things to do with their time," wrote one person. "Gabriela's South is my go-to spot as soon as I'm in Austin."

A second viewer said, "I like how calmly you addressed this issue. It goes to show how professional and well-educated you are, Gaby. God bless you and your businesses always."

Bucio replied, "We tried leaving him a comment and reaching out to him, but something I've learned is to never argue with people on their territory."

However, some commenters validated at least part of Roger's complaints. "I don't know, girl," wrote one person. "I've been to Gabriela's South and the staff be catching attitude all the time. And they be taking a while to greet us at our table. One time I had the waiter say she forgot and we waited 30 minutes to get water. I do love y'alls drinks though."

Bucio responded, "And a serious complaint is valid. My video was a reply to his complaints about us not having a reservation and the menu not pointing out the prices of the happy hour. I always take complaints seriously and there are always managers [on-site]."

A Reddit post to r/AustinFood four years ago features customers discussing the pros and cons of Gabriela's South. One person wrote, "The food is good, the service is hit or miss, and the music is MUCH too loud during normal eating hours." A second person said, "Gabriela (the owner) is great. My family loves her style."

All Hip Hop contacted Roger El Versache via Instagram direct message for comment. We also reached out to Bucio via TikTok direct messages for comment. 

@gabriela.atx Mr. Roger did not have a reservation at Gabriela's South because the party's reservation was at 7:15 PM and they arrived more than an hour late. Even then, we gladly accommodated the entire group because they always dine with us, and everyone enjoyed their time except for him. Unfortunately, he was rude to our female staff, behavior we do not tolerate and even in his video he made inappropriate and disrespectful comments about them. We wish him well and hope he finds a place that better suits his preferences.





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What Happened To Game & DJ Drama's Gangsta Grillz?


So... we need to talk. Something in the Hip-Hop is off!







A few days back, The Game sat in an interview beaming. He said he locked in with DJ Drama and knocked out a full Gangsta Grillz project in 48 hours - from scratch. It was a moment in that moment. Instant victory lap.

The Game: News, Rumors & More

He bragged that he cut 60 songs in one weekend, picking the top 19 for the "tape." Drama was talking and the streets were waiting! The OGs were truly taking the game back and The Game was instantly a part of that. But it is now Sunday.

Where is it the project?
What happened?
Why does this feel like a ghost project?

READ ALSO: The Game Recorded A Gangsta Grillz In 48 Hours?!

Because this Gangsta Grillz has not shown up at all, not even a song. Well, there's some song that keeps showing up on my Spotify, but it is not a part of the album. There is nothing! I am thinking this may have gotten picked up by an actually major label or something. I am not sure, but nobody is asking these questions. So, here I am. I told you The Game is one of our favorites.

So that's the part that stings. This wasn't just "another project." This was supposed to be a moment! The Bi-Polar Bear is back! A seasoned vet linking with the king of mixtapes (of the day)! The Game hyped us all up! 60 songs and we don't get one? I want to shed a tear.

So...what went wrong with the Black Friday release?

Was it politics?
Was it clearance issues?
Did Drama have too much on his plate?
Did The Game move too fast?
Was there chaos behind the scenes?

The Game can rap. We need more rappers. DJ Drama is the hype beast-type DJ for the culture - in a good way. The ball has not been dropped, but we need some answers!

Now we're all watching to see if the real story ever comes out. Or the real album comes out.
Hip-Hop wants answers.

I wrote all that to hear the album is now slated for a December 5 release. Stay tuned!





































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Kylie Jenner knows exactly what her fans want, and she's serving it up on a silver platter - literally and figuratively.







The reality star and beauty mogul dropped some serious heat on Instagram Friday, blessing her followers with photos that had everyone doing double takes. Rocking a black dress that left little to the imagination, Kylie Jenner posted a series of shots that showcased her curves in all the right ways.

The see-through mesh panels on the stomach gave just enough peek at her toned abs, while the top portion made sure nobody was looking anywhere else. The golden hour lighting hit different in these pics, creating that perfect Instagram glow.


Kylie Jenner looks stunning in new photos. pic.twitter.com/xutFTjgYmc
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) November 28, 2025

Kylie worked every angle, giving her 400 million followers an eye-watering treat over the holidays. The timing of these posts isn't coincidental either. Right after Thanksgiving, when everyone's in a food coma, Kylie decides to serve up visual dessert.

But here's the thing - this black dress moment was just the latest in what's becoming a pattern of Kylie keeping her fans well-fed with content. Just days before this post, she had the internet going crazy with a silver bikini carousel that broke the internet.

We're talking about metallic swimwear that caught the light like liquid mercury, paired with some shower shots that had people zooming in for... research purposes.













































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Drake dropped two new Instagram photos late Friday night, a glittery selfie and a full-body mirror shot and within minutes, the internet turned it into a roast session.







Wearing a rhinestone-covered cream beanie, a plush fur coat and loose khaki pants, Drake posed with a straight face and a downward camera angle that some users said looked more like a fragrance ad audition than a fashion flex.

The comments came in fast, with people comparing the beanie to a DIY holiday ornament or something from the "special occasion" section at Michaels.

His facial expression, a mix of pout and intensity, also drew attention. One user wrote he looked like he was "practicing his serious face in the mirror," while another said he resembled someone "trying to remember if they left the stove on."


DRAKE POSTED A SELFIE AND THE CAPTION JUST SAYS "..."

Bro survived Kendrick, ankle monitors, UMG lawsuits, and a Canadian winter with that haircut... only to hit us with the most depressed duck face known to man.

Kendrick somewhere writing "Duckworth 2" as we speak pic.twitter.com/0ButOOeAzR
— Adarsh (@Adarshkumar_05) November 29, 2025

"Bro survived Kendrick, ankle monitors, UMG lawsuits, and a Canadian winter with that haircut... only to hit us with the most depressed duck face known to man," one fan said.

Drake and his Instagram pictures have long been a source of light-hearted commentary. When he debuted a heart-shaped haircut in 2021, social media quickly turned it into a meme factory, comparing it to Valentine's Day clip art.

In October, his puffy curls sparked more jokes, with users saying he looked ready to headline a 2000s R&B video. And his red leather outfit paired with chrome nails became a multi-day meme marathon, with people calling him "expressive," "experimental" and "committed to the aesthetic, whatever it is."

These new photos follow the same pattern:

Drake posts something he clearly enjoys and the internet riffs on it with humor that feels more playful than cruel.




is Drake's face just stuck like that permanently? I can't tell if he's deliberately making that face in every single picture of if his face is literally stuck that way because of his cosmetic procedures
— growl bark bite (@mad_mugo) November 30, 2025


Drake really be like in every picture lol
— JelonnaRae (@JelonnaRae) November 29, 2025


i know drake meant to put that selfie on the close friends
— Caroline Allan (@CarolineAllan6) November 28, 2025


fixed it pic.twitter.com/DZ04DqTy2k
— ✩ em ✩ (@promptprincess) November 29, 2025


Always pursing them lips pic.twitter.com/w9IfIbvGgk










— iScorpio420 (@Scorp0420) November 29, 2025

























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Mars Co-Op, the Philadelphia rapper who brought street authenticity to The Roots crew and co-founded Tali Up Boyz Records with the late Malik B, has died from unknown causes. Crew member Dice Raw confirmed the unfortunate news.







Born and raised in Philadelphia, the artist, who also went by Black Caesar and M.A.R.S Co-Op, carved out his own lane while working with his Roots family members.

Most heads know Mars from his memorable verse on "Clones" from The Roots' classic Illadelph Halflife album, where he spit alongside Black Thought and Malik B.

But that track was just a glimpse into what this cat was really about. Mars wasn't your typical backpack rapper - he came from the streets and never tried to hide it.




"I grew up in the streets. I didn't grow up poor or f_cked up._ I ran away from home, got out on the streets, shooting mofos, doing all types of sht. Luckily, at some point in my life, I did have a father. The music saved my life," Mars told AllHipHop in a 2012 interview.

That realness is what separated Mars from the pack. While The Roots were building their reputation as conscious Hip-Hop intellectuals, Mars and his partner Malik B represented the grittier side of Philly's rap scene.

They weren't trying to preach or educate - they were just telling their truth.

"We brought the streets to The Roots. Early on, they was doing street festivals and stuff, and then me and Malik was doing stuff that our peoples liked. Me and Dice [Raw of The Roots] was from Logan, so our style was different. We was that street stuff," Mars explained.

The partnership between Mars and Malik B ran deeper than just music.

Together, they launched Tali Up Boyz Records, giving them the creative freedom that major labels couldn't. The label became their platform to speak without censorship or corporate interference.

"That's why we got T.U.B. Records. We can say whatever we want," Malik B said about their independent venture.

Mars understood the business side of Hip-Hop better than most. He watched how the industry tried to sanitize The Roots' message and decided to take control of his own narrative.




Through T.U.B., he released projects like The Power's in the Tongue and his single "Black Caesar," showcasing the unfiltered perspective that set him apart.

"I have a lot more information to give people when I spit; it's all reality to me. I don't write about other people's lives. Either you love it or hate it. We need another lane for this other type of music that we are making," Mars said.

The Logan section of Philadelphia shaped Mars into the artist he became. Growing up alongside future Boyz II Men member Mike McCary and other local talents, he developed his craft in an environment where authenticity wasn't optional - it was survival.

Mars' death comes just years after losing his creative partner and friend Malik B, who passed away in July 2020 at age 47. The two had been working together since the early days of The Roots, creating music that bridged the gap between street credibility and artistic integrity.

The Hip-Hop world has lost another original voice, someone who proved you could be part of a legendary crew while maintaining your own identity.



























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President Donald Trump stunned both Washington and Caracas on Saturday by abruptly declaring Venezuelan airspace closed to all flights, igniting diplomatic outrage and confusion among U.S. officials.







The president made the announcement on Truth Social in all caps, writing: "TO ALL AIRLINES, PILOTS, DRUG DEALERS, AND HUMAN TRAFFICKERS, PLEASE CONSIDER THE AIRSPACE ABOVE AND SURROUNDING VENEZUELA TO BE CLOSED IN ITS ENTIRETY."



The statement blindsided U.S. defense and diplomatic circles. According to Reuters, Pentagon officials declined to comment and the White House offered no clarification, leaving military analysts questioning whether this was symbolic rhetoric or a signal of imminent action.

Venezuela's government quickly issued a sharp rebuke, calling Donald Trump's post a "colonialist threat" and denouncing it as a violation of international norms.

In a formal statement, officials said the move "represents a hostile, unilateral and arbitrary act, incompatible with the principles of international law."

This latest escalation adds fuel to Donald Trump's long-running standoff with Nicolas Maduro, Venezuela's embattled president.

Maduro, in power since 2013, has accused President Trump of trying to orchestrate his removal. He's appeared frequently on state-run television, warning of U.S. imperialism, though he has avoided naming Trump directly, something diplomatic insiders interpret as a possible attempt to de-escalate.




For nearly three months, U.S. forces have been conducting maritime operations in the Caribbean, targeting vessels suspected of drug trafficking. Trump has repeatedly linked Maduro to the drug trade, though Maduro denies any involvement.

Earlier this week, Trump told U.S. troops the military would "very soon" begin ground operations targeting Venezuelan traffickers. He has also reportedly authorized covert CIA missions inside the country.

The Venezuelan government also warned that Trump's move would disrupt deportation flights that have returned nearly 14,000 Venezuelans from the U.S.

These flights, part of Trump's immigration crackdown, had been operating twice a week.



































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Kim Kardashian confronted two deeply personal issues on the latest episode of The Kardashians: a recent brain aneurysm scare and the emotional toll of raising four children without any direct communication from her ex-husband, Kanye West.







During the November 27 episode, Kardashian told Scott Disick that, despite Kanye West's public claims to the contrary, he has made no effort to contact her.

"He's never called me," she said bluntly, contradicting the rapper's frequent online posts that imply they're in regular contact.

The 43-year-old entrepreneur also opened up about a recent health scare that added to her stress. A routine Prenuvo scan revealed a small aneurysm in her brain, prompting immediate medical attention. While she didn't elaborate on the outcome, the discovery clearly weighed on her. Disick responded with empathy, telling her, "I'm sorry for everything you're going through. It sounds really stressful."

Kardashian, visibly overwhelmed, replied, "It's really hard. I just can't commit anymore. I think it's for the best."

The conversation shifted to the impact of West's behavior on their children, North, 12; Saint, 9; Chicago, 7; and Psalm, 6. Kardashian emphasized that her priority is to maintain their emotional stability, even as she navigates the silence from their father.




"Sometimes I feel like losing my temper, but I can't. I just can't," she said. "My job is to be strong for them."

The former couple finalized their divorce in 2021 after seven years of marriage. Though West, who now goes by Ye, reportedly pays $200,000 a month in child support, Kardashian made it clear that financial contributions don't replace presence.










































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Cam'ron may be chasing a big payout from J. Cole over their 2024 collaboration, but a separate court ruling means he'll have to wait his turn, behind a photographer who already won a judgment against him.







A federal lien filed by photographer Djamilla Rosa Cochran has legally frozen any potential earnings Cam'ron might receive from his ongoing lawsuit against Cole and Universal Music Group.

The lien stems from a $51,221.50 judgment Cochran secured in February 2024 after successfully suing Cam'ron for copyright infringement.

Cochran's lawsuit centered on the now-iconic image she captured of Cam'ron in a pink fur coat and matching hat during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in 2003.

The photo, which became a pop culture staple, was allegedly used without permission on Dipset Couture merchandise ranging from hoodies to shower curtains.

Despite repeated warnings from Getty Images, which licenses the photo, court documents say Cam'ron and his company Dipset Couture continued to use the image across websites and social media to market the products.

A judge ruled in Cochran's favor after Cam'ron failed to respond to the complaint, ordering him to pay over $50,000 in damages and legal fees.

Now, that judgment is being enforced through a lien, which attaches to any money Cam'ron might win in his separate lawsuit against Cole.

In simple terms, if Cam'ron wins money from Cole, Cochran gets paid first.

Filed in late October 2025, Cam'ron's lawsuit accuses Cole of breaching an agreement tied to the track "Ready '24" from Cole's 2024 project, Might Delete Later.

According to court filings, Cam'ron says he recorded a verse for the song in June 2022 under the condition that Cole would either collaborate on a future track or appear on Cam'ron's sports show, It Is What It Is. He claims neither happened.




Cam'ron also says he was promised final approval before the song's release and that he hasn't received proper credit or payment. While he is listed as a co-author of the composition, he says he's not credited as a performer or co-author of the sound recording.

He's asking the court to declare him a co-author of the master recording and to order a full accounting of royalties and profits. He estimates he's owed at least $500,000.

That figure, however, may be out of reach-at least temporarily. Though the lien may delay Cam'ron's potential payday, it doesn't reflect a financial crisis.

The Harlem rapper has been vocal about his recent business wins, including a reported $20 million deal for It Is What It Is, which he launched in 2023 with a personal investment of around $120,000.

He also has a multi-million-dollar partnership with Revolt for his Talk With Flee podcast and continues to profit from his male enhancement supplement brand, Pink Horsepower.
































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NLE Choppa unleashed a diss track aimed at NBA YoungBoy Thursday night, but instead of applause, the internet erupted in laughter over his cowboy getup and awkward choreography.







The Memphis rapper, now performing under the alias NLE The Great, dropped "Hello Revenge" on November 28, a four-minute verbal attack that was meant to escalate his ongoing feud with YoungBoy.

But it wasn't the lyrics that got people talking, it was the visuals.

Clad in a black cowboy hat, matching leather gloves, a bandana, and a full Western-inspired outfit, NLE strutted and moonwalked through the video with dance moves that many online said resembled a low-budget Michael Jackson impersonation.

The video, directed by Bryson Potts and Travis Payne, was intended to be theatrical. Instead, it became meme material.




"Can you imagine how hard it was to edit out the sounds of everybody laughing on the set even the dude behind the camera was thinking 'are we really putting this out?'" one user wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

Another viewer quipped, "Broseph needs to just come out of whatever closet he got that get up out of," referencing the name of the album, Fresh Out the Closet.

The backlash didn't stop at the outfit or the choreography. Some questioned NLE's artistic direction and even his identity.

"Idk what phase this n#### going through rn but it need to pass expeditiously," one person posted.

In the track, NLE raps, "Rap went dead, I'ma bring it back alive / N####, I'm the truth, but the devil is a lie / YB, Louis V. belt to his spine / Anybody with him better get 'em 'fore he cross the line, n####." The bar about the belt references his previous video "KO," where he beat a YoungBoy lookalike with a designer belt.

But even with the aggressive lyrics, the internet couldn't take the delivery seriously.

"Hello Revenge" follows YoungBoy's "Zero IQ Freestyle."

The rivalry between the two artists took off in music and videos in October with NLE's "KO," a diss that sampled 2Pac's "Hit Em Up" and labeled YoungBoy as "poison" to the youth. d in my hand, and I was

Despite the serious tone of the feud, the internet's reaction to "Hello Revenge" has turned the moment into a spectacle. The video, posted on YouTube, continues to rack up views, many of them from people watching just to see the cowboy outfit and dance moves.


went from gay baiting on twitter to calling himself NLE the great and starving his kids https://t.co/ZTyKy8knnI
— ny (@nylagossip) November 29, 2025


Bro u seen that fool calling himself
NLE the Great

That boy beeenn touchedd

— gremlin (@purplleviolett) November 29, 2025


What kinda goofy s### nle the great on, nba youngboy won't respond to this clown s### buddy https://t.co/L5pvrKIjz3





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Papoose's Bars On Wheels arrives as a Wynn Records short film that captures the Brooklyn lyricist in a way audiences have never witnessed. The BK MC who turned car freestyles into internet must-sees now brings that same fire into a cinematic format built to amplify everything that makes his pen legendary. The YouTube video rapidly approaches a million views in under 24 hours.










For years, Papoose's driver-seat rhyme dumps spread online with the force of controlled blasts, raw surgical precision and viral momentum. Each freestyle reminded the culture why skill still matters and why his name continues to resonate across generations of Hip-Hop listeners. Bars On Wheels takes that signature intensity and elevates it, reshaping the car-freestyle concept into something broader, richer, and visually charged.

The film pushes past the cramped interior of a parked vehicle and deeper into Papoose's creative engine. This is a reintroduction. The short explores the root of his discipline, his devotion to structure and wordplay, and the relentless drive that made him one of Hip-Hop's most respected technicians. What once lived in a car window frame now expands into a full cinematic landscape.

Tighten your seatbelt. Pap is back.

Because Papoose isn't only celebrated for technical brilliance - he carries one of the sharpest and most emotionally resonant pens the culture has ever produced.

Directed by: Daniel Curtis Lee
Produced by: Sean 2 Miles













































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