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Day four of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial in New York saw emotionally charged testimony from singer and former girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. 

Thursday, May 15, marked the beginning of her cross-examination, shifting the courtroom focus from prosecutors' direct claims of abuse and coercion to defense efforts aimed at reframing the pair's decade-long relationship as consensual, complex, and mutually destructive.

Combs has pleaded not guilty to five charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy, centered around allegations that he exploited women through a network of employees and orchestrated illegal activities.... Read more

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Angela Bassett graces the cover of Ebony's May 2025 Travel Issue, reminding the world that she's still Hollywood royalty with no signs of slowing down. Read more and check out the full cover story inside.

With more than 40 years in the game, the Oscar-nominated actress brings her power and poise to London for the upcoming Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning press tour. The film, set to release May 27, features Bassett as the President of the United States-a role that hits especially hard in a country that's yet to elect a woman to its highest office.... Read more

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There's a lot we need to work on as a society, but from a general perspective the world has grown in strides when it comes to accepting people for who they are however they decide to identify. Our team always keeps an eye on what's tending, who's being searched and where the conversations are happening throughout the digital world, and pansexuality is surprisingly enough a strong topic of curiosity.

Last month we saw rising country sensation Tanner Andell, also well-known as one of Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter collaborators, confirm to Out Magazine that she is pansexual and later appeared on The Zach Sang Show music podcast to indulge further.... Read more

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Wale sat down to discuss his new single "Blanco," offering fans a glimpse into his creative process and the personal experiences shaping his upcoming album. The famed artist, known for his introspective lyricism and evolving artistry, revealed how his latest work delves into themes of transparency and staying grounded.

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This week's 'What To Watch' TV and film lineup is stacked with a little something for everyone. Whether you're craving swoon-worthy young love, a mature take on friendship, or high-stakes superhero action, we have a perfectly curated list for you. Check out the trailers for this week's watch list inside.

While our list is filled with a variety of shows and films to catch up on this week, we highlighted our top three titles to watch this week below:

Forever (Netflix)
Inspired by Judy Blume's iconic 1975 novel, Forever has been reimagined for a new generation by legendary showrunner Mara Brock Akil.... Read more

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Alleged Attacker  responsible for attacking Tory Lanez in prison is Santino Casio, a known violent offender currently facing life behind bars.
Casio's record reportedly includes multiple assaults on fellow inmates, with one such incident adding six years to his sentence. His reputation for violent behavior behind bars aligns with the brutality of the reported attack on Lanez. The incident has stirred speculation online, particularly from music executive Wack 100, who claimed via social media that Mexican gangs were behind the assault.... Read more

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The Diddy federal trial is underway and as expected some of revelations have been jaw dropping. Cassie took the stand and claims she was forced to participate in a four-day freak off and more.

As reported by Variety, Cassie served as a witness on Tuesday, May 13. When questioned about her 11-year relationship with Diddy she got emotional as she further detailed the abuse she suffered. Cassie alleges that after the two started dating the mogul quickly introduced to her to what he called "Freak Offs."... Read more

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Cardi B and Stefon Diggs sparked major buzz Monday night as they shared an affectionate moment courtside at Madison Square Garden.

Attending Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics, the rapper and NFL wide receiver appeared inseparable, adding more fuel to the ongoing rumors surrounding their relationship.

The two were seen laughing together, holding hands, and exchanging playful glances throughout the game. Their body language suggested a strong connection, making it hard for fans and cameras to look away.... Read more

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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

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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

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