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GRAMMY’S 2025

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The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 2, 2025, at Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena, celebrated a night of musical excellence, poignant tributes, and historic victories. Hosted by Trevor Noah, the ceremony honored the industry's finest, with standout moments that will be remembered for...

Roxanne Shanté: 2025 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

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Roxanne Shanté has made history as the first solo female rapper to receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, a well-deserved recognition of her groundbreaking contributions to hip-hop. When she stepped onto the scene as a fierce battle rapper, Shanté shattered barriers in a male-dominated...

Top Companies Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

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Top Companies Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) In today’s evolving workplace, companies are increasingly recognizing the value of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as more than just a moral obligation—it’s a key driver of innovation, employee satisfaction, and business success. Some organizations stand...

NLE Choppa does Playgirl!!

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In a bold move that has both fans and critics talking, rapper NLE Choppa has graced the cover of Playgirl magazine's January 2025 issue. The photoshoot, captured by renowned photographer Anna Garbowska, showcases Choppa in a series of striking poses, highlighting his chiseled physique...

Prayers to DJ UNK family!!

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The music world mourns the loss of Anthony Leonard Platt, better known as DJ Unk, who has reportedly passed away at the age of 42. Renowned for his mid-2000s hits "Walk It Out" and "2 Step," DJ Unk was a significant figure in Atlanta's...

Nelly Set to Perform at President Trump’s Inaugural Liberty Ball

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In a surprising turn of events, Grammy Award-winning rapper Nelly is slated to perform at President Donald Trump's Inaugural Liberty Ball on Monday, January 20, 2025. This announcement has sparked discussions across the music industry and among fans, given the diverse lineup for the...

TikTok Resumes Operations in the U.S. After Temporary Shutdown! Maybe?

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On January 18, 2025, TikTok ceased its services in the United States due to the enforcement of the "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversaries Compromising our Applications" (PAFACA) Act. This legislation required ByteDance, TikTok's Chinese parent company, to divest its U.S. operations by January 19,...

TikTok Shuts Down in the United States Amid Legal and Political Turmoil

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On January 18, 2025, TikTok ceased its operations in the United States, affecting approximately 170 million users nationwide. This shutdown was a direct consequence of the "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversaries Compromising our Applications" (PAFACA) Act, which mandated that ByteDance, TikTok's Chinese parent company,...

Busta Rhymes Turns Himself In Following Alleged Assault on Assistant

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Renowned rapper Busta Rhymes, born Trevor Tahiem Smith Jr., is facing multiple assault charges after an alleged altercation with his assistant, Dashiel Gables. The incident reportedly occurred on January 10, 2025, in the lobby of Gables' condominium in the Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn, New...
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