So allow me to pontificate for a moment. But before I really dive in, I want to talk a little bit about Remy Ma and Papoose. Individually? I like them a lot. I mean, a lot. But together? Nope. I can’t stand it.
For the longest time, they were considered relationship goals—Black love personified. But now? It’s honestly one of the messiest things I’ve ever witnessed in Hip-Hop. Sure, there have been worse situations—Biggie and Lil’ Kim, Diddy and Cassie Ventura—but when it comes to straight-up, public bickering? These two take the crown.
Now, let’s get into the rumor. There are a ton floating around, but one in particular has Hip-Hop heads really talking. Supposedly, Papoose wrote 90 percent of Remy Ma’s raps. He said that. According to the chatter, since they’ve been together, he’s been the pen behind those bars. This is hard to process, but we do know that she was an accomplished artist before they got together. But when he jumped on Instagram Live to talk about it, you could tell he knew it was going to be a bombshell.
See, Remy Ma has long been respected as one of the fiercest lyricists in the game. That’s not even up for debate. But this claim by Pap makes you pause for a second. We’ve heard whispers before, and I never believed them. (For me, “SHEther” was the beginning of the rumors. By the way, I did not believe them then.) I still don’t know if I believe it now. But I’d be lying if I said it didn’t raise an eyebrow.
At this point, I think it’s time for the rest of us to be released from this group chat. Let them handle their drama privately. I don’t want any part of this mess anymore. I really don’t.
Because here’s the thing—I still like them both. I genuinely don’t want to see this get uglier, especially because there’s a child involved. Hopefully, this was just a one-day, 24-hour thing. I hope they both find peace in moving on with their lives.
Just one request: next time you wanna argue, take it off the internet. Let us breathe. Because right now? It feels like we’re sitting on the couch in your living room, watching it all unfold.
2 Chainz said Birdman once demanded $100,000 just to connect him with Lil Wayne for a feature, but a pair of red Gucci sneakers and a beat CD ended up doing the job for free.
The Atlanta rapper shared the story on the latest “Club Shay Shay” episode, revealing how Birdman operated as a middleman with a steep price tag.
“Wayne was so hot,” 2 Chainz said. “If anybody wanted Wayne, [Birdman] would be like, ‘I need 100 too,’ and people would obviously do it.”
The six-figure fee wasn’t for the verse itself but more of a gatekeeping toll.
Instead of getting to Lil Wayne through Birdman, 2 Chainz took a different route. After gifting Wayne a pair of red Gucci shoes and handing him a CD of beats, something unexpected happened.
“We go from the airport to the mall because he is trying to I guess show his appreciation for me buying him shoes,” 2 Chainz said. “Then out the blue, he says, ‘What you thought about the hook I did for you?'”
Caught off guard, 2 Chainz had no idea what Wayne was talking about. It turns out that Wayne had sent the track to the wrong email address.
They went straight to the studio so 2 Chainz could hear it. He recalled, “I said, ‘Man, you did that for me?’ He like, ‘Yeah boy.'”
That song ended up being “Duffle Bag Boy,” the 2007 debut single from Playaz Circle, which became a breakout hit.
Even after the song was done, Birdman still demanded his cut.
“When Wayne did that, he didn’t charge me,” 2 Chainz said. “Baby still wanted his 100.
Eventually, Birdman let it slide. “Don’t worry about it,” he told him.
Meanwhile, earlier this year, 2 Chainz also mentioned that if it weren’t for a $900 weed debt, he might never have met Lil Wayne in the first place.
Kid Cudi detailed a harrowing account of alleged intimidation and property damage while testifying Thursday (May 22) in the sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Diddy, linking the music mogul to a Molotov cocktail attack on his car and a break-in at his home.
The Hip-Hop artist appeared in a New York courtroom as a witness in the federal case against Diddy, who faces life in prison if convicted.
On the stand, Mescudi was asked about his brief relationship with Cassie Ventura, Diddy’s former partner, in the early 2010s. He testified that after their involvement, his Porsche was allegedly firebombed with a Molotov cocktail, an act he attributed to Diddy.
Cudi also recalled a break-in at his residence during that same period, which he suggested was connected to the disgraced mogul. The testimony added another layer to the growing list of accusations against the Bad Boy Records founder, who has denied all wrongdoing.
After hours of questioning, Mescudi took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his relief and gratitude.
“I’ve been seeing all the love and support and I just want to say thank you so much, man,” Kid Cudi said. “People been hitting me up the past week just checking in and even today, it really means a lot to me, man. You guys are the best. I love y’all.”
Kid Cudi added, “This is a stressful situation. I’m glad it’s behind me. Yeah, I love y’all.”
The trial, which centers on allegations of sex trafficking and organized criminal activity, is expected to stretch into July.
Prosecutors allege Diddy ran a network that exploited women for sex and used violence to silence dissent. Diddy has not commented publicly on Mescudi’s testimony.
His legal team has denied all accusations, calling the charges “baseless” and “motivated by money.”
Megan Thee Stallion fired back at Tory Lanez and his legal team Tuesday (May 14) through a blistering 31-page rebuttal, dismantling what her attorneys called “false narratives” and “unsworn rumors presented as fact” surrounding his conviction for shooting her in 2020.
The detailed document, which includes a slideshow, directly challenges recent claims of “new evidence” that Lanez’s supporters argue could clear his name.
Megan’s legal team clarified that the so-called new Ring camera footage was already shown to jurors during the trial and does not support any claims of innocence.
“There is no new, Ring camera footage,” the report states. “The Ring camera footage was previously admitted as evidence during Lanez’s trial, it was played for the jury, and the footage captured the sound of 5 gunshots.”
Megan Thee Stallion’s lawyers have denounced claims of “new evidence” and created a 31-page slideshow debunking common lies regarding the Tory Lanez case. pic.twitter.com/XoHCjJccgq
Attorney Alex Spiro, who represents Megan, didn’t hold back.
“Despite Mr. Lanez being convicted at trial based on overwhelming evidence (which included his own admission of guilt), he and his team—surrounded by anyone willing to listen—have promoted any misleading narrative they can muster,” Spiro said.
He continued, “One by one, their deceptive statements fall apart, leaving only the stark reality: he was convicted based on overwhelming evidence, and those who attempt to re-traumatize the crime’s victim should be identified as foolish bullies.”
Among the key points in the report is DNA analysis from the firearm used in the shooting, which showed a 90% probability that the shooter was male—directly contradicting claims that only female DNA was found.
Megan The Stallion’s Legal Team Says Tory Lanez “Contradicting His Own Narrative”
The report also includes a text message from Lanez to Megan sent on July 12, 2020, at 8:59 p.m., in which he apologizes for shooting her.
It further notes that Lanez himself previously stated publicly that Kelsey Harris, Megan’s former friend and assistant, was not the shooter.
“Lanez is contradicting his own narrative,” the report says. “He previously – and publicly – confirmed that Kelsey Harris was not the shooter in an Instagram comment.”
The report clarified that the alleged new witness, Bradley James, was not present at the crime scene and has not made any public statements about the incident.
Megan also addressed the renewed speculation on social media earlier this week.
“At what point are yall gonna stop making me have to re live being shot BY TORY!?” she wrote. |At what point are Tory and yall FANS gonna stop lying? Like how much is the check to keep harassing me? Why is this happening EVERY DAY?? One min him/ yall said I was never shot now yall letting him play in yall face AGAIN and say I was shot but it wasn’t him oh okay… ?”
Lanez was convicted in December 2022 on three felony charges related to the shooting and was sentenced to 10 years in prison in August 2023.
Suge Knight shared his thoughts on Cassie Ventura’s explosive courtroom testimony that Sean” Diddy Combs hunted him down with guns outside Mel’s Diner in 2008.
During a telephone interview with TMZ, the incarcerated former music executive said he believed the beef between them was serious enough that Diddy would have used the guns that night.
“If he’d have confronted me and he had a gun, you best believe he was gonna have to use it,” Knight said. “Or something was gonna happen.”
The former Death Row Records boss didn’t deny the tension between him and Diddy but made it clear that if Diddy had really shown up with three firearms, things could’ve taken a deadly turn.
Knight’s comments come after Cassie testified in court that Diddy and several men “covered their heads, grabbed guns, and drove to the diner” after learning Knight was there.
She recalled begging him not to go. “I was crying. I was screaming, ‘Please don’t do anything stupid.’ I was just really nervous for them, what it meant, what they were going to do,” she said.
Diddy’s former assistant, David James, also took the stand, saying, “It was the first time I realized my life was in danger,” after being ordered to drive with three handguns on his lap to confront Knight.
Suge Knight Claims Diddy Brought Guns Because He Was Scared
When asked if he believed the beef with Diddy was serious enough to lead to violence, Knight didn’t hesitate.
“Things can go wrong when you dealing with drugs and alcohol and even fear,” he said. He added, “Some people if they scared enough… they feel they got to do something. They can’t do it with their hands, so they got to make sure they bring guns.”
Knight also pointed out that scratched-off serial numbers on weapons are a red flag.
Asked directly whether he was armed that night, Knight laughed and replied, “You know I ain’t gone answer that question.”
Knight, currently serving a 28-year sentence, also phoned into NewsNation’s “CUOMO” last week, making a bold claim about Diddy’s ongoing legal troubles.
He suggested Diddy might try to influence jurors in his federal sex trafficking case and floated the idea that former President Donald Trump could pardon him if convicted.
Fabolous cleared the air Thursday (May 22) after posting a photo with Remy Ma from the Knicks-Celtics game, prompting speculation he was throwing shade at Papoose following the former couple’s messy social media spat hours earlier.
The Instagram post featured a carousel of images from the game earlier this week, where Fabolous performed during halftime.
The first image showed him standing next to Remy Ma, and the caption read, “Sometimes to get over a LOSS.. You gotta Reminisce on a WIN!” The wordplay on Remy’s full name, Reminisce, didn’t go unnoticed.
Within minutes, the comments lit up with accusations that Fabolous had picked a side in the public fallout between Remy and Papoose.
“Oh you messyyyyyyy,” one user wrote. Another added, “u instA-gating chill out.” A third chimed in, “Oh you picking sides.”
Even comedian Lil Duval jumped in with a GIF, captioned, “I see what you did there.”
But Fab quickly shut down the rumors, claiming he had no clue about the drama unfolding on social media.
Responding to Lil Duval, he wrote, “i swear to god I didn’t see the smoke til after i posted. im on a plane to Germany. Soon as my post went thru a post of Remy talking popped up. I said Wowww I answered a text & came back to the gram a post of Pap talking popped up. I said OMG. S### crazy.”
Remy Ma and Papoose’s relationship exploded online this week, with both airing years of grievances in separate Instagram Live sessions.
Remy accused Pap of refusing to move out and only filing for divorce after she pushed him to. Papoose clapped back with screenshots and claimed she was lying and was trying to get back together.
Allegations ranged from cheating and ghostwriting to a hidden child, turning what was once a private marriage into a public meltdown.
50 Cent wasted no time clowning Diddy after prosecutors released photos of Kid Cudi’s charred Porsche, allegedly firebombed with a Molotov cocktail in 2012.
The G-Unit mogul jumped on Instagram Thursday (May 22) to post the scorched vehicle images with the caption, “Molotov Diddy was doing old school s### out here.”
The trolling didn’t stop there. In another post, 50 Cent referenced Cudi’s court testimony about Diddy allegedly breaking into his home and messing with his dog after learning Cudi was dating Cassie Ventura.
“What the f### Diddy did to kid cudi Dog,” 50 wrote. “OVER the girl Man? LOL”
On Tuesday (May 21), 50 also took a swipe at Cudi himself, posting a meme of the rapper in a white wedding dress, veil and blazer—an outfit from the 2021 CFDA Awards.
“Kid Cudi gonna testify like, I’m on your ass now Diddy,” 50 Cent wrote. “DON’T ACT LIKE YA DIDN’T DO IT NOW! YA DID IT! LOL”
The meme showed Cudi flipping off the camera, adding insult to injury just days before he took the stand in Diddy’s federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial in New York.
Kid Cudi Testifies In Diddy Trial
Earlier this week, Cudi testified that Diddy retaliated after discovering his relationship with Cassie in 2011.
According to Cudi, Diddy broke into his home, tampered with his dog and even opened his Christmas presents.
Cudi recalled Cassie calling him early one morning, sounding “stressed, nervous and scared,” and telling him Diddy had “found out about us” and had gone to his house.
“I knew Sean Combs was violent,” Cudi told the court, adding that Cassie had confided in him that Diddy “would hit her, sometimes kick her.”
Roughly a month after the alleged break-in, Cudi’s Porsche was destroyed by a Molotov cocktail dropped through a hole cut in the roof.
He told the court he believed Diddy orchestrated the attack to send a message.
When Cudi later confronted Diddy about the incident, he said Diddy responded, “I don’t know what you’re talking about,” which Cudi believed was a lie.
He described a later meeting with Diddy, saying the music mogul was “staring out the window with his hands behind his back like a Marvel supervillain.”
Cudi said he initially wanted “to fight” Diddy but ultimately called the police to report the break-in.
Prosecutors presented Cudi’s testimony as part of a broader case alleging Diddy used violence, threats and coercion to intimidate rivals and protect his image.
After testifying, Cudi posted a video to his Instagram Stories thanking supporters and acknowledging the toll of the experience.
“I’ve been seeing all the love and support, and I just want to say thank you so much, man. This is a stressful situation. I’m glad it’s behind me,” he said, calling it “a grueling day of testimony.”
Remy Ma dragged her estranged husband Papoose into a digital war zone this week as the former couple aired out years of personal grievances, cheating accusations and family secrets in a series of explosive Instagram Lives that also roped in Pap’s new girlfriend, Claressa Shields, and Remy’s boo, Eazy The Block Captain.
The drama ignited Thursday (May 22) after Remy responded to Shields’ recent interview by hopping on Instagram Live, where she claimed “people would cry” if they knew the truth about her relationship with Papoose. She also accused Shields of being misled by Pap, saying, “I feel sorry for ol girl.”
Remy then panned the camera to a room filled with over a dozen neatly packed bags, which she said belonged to Papoose.
According to her, they’ve been sitting there for over a year, but Pap refuses to come get them, adding that she’s been urging him to file for divorce, but he wouldn’t do it.
That changed Thursday (May 22), when Papoose fired back with receipts—literally.
Papoose Files For Divorce
He posted a screenshot of an email confirming he had just filed for divorce in New Jersey.
“The only reason I haven’t filed previously Is for the sake of my daughter,” Pap wrote. “But when a person wants to be bitter, & clout chase. It turns into a circus. Which can lead to an embarrassment for my child.”
Papoose also accused Remy of lying throughout her livestream, claiming she had just tried to reconcile with him the day before.
“Just lied for a hour straight,” he wrote. “But actions speak louder than lies. You just called me YESTERDAY trying to get back with me. And I said NO!”
Remy Ma Accuses Papoose Of Hiding Gay Son
The back-and-forth spiraled from there. Remy accused Papoose of living off Claressa Shields, saying he has no income outside of managing her. She also alleged that he’s hiding a son because the child is gay.
“He has a son,” she said. “He just doesn’t like his son’s sexual preference, so he acts like he doesn’t have a son.”
Remy Ma says Papoose won’t sign the divorce papers, ignores their son because of his sexuality, claims Claressa Shields’ friends are harassing her, and offers Claressa advice. pic.twitter.com/jW6IhvAfAq
Papoose countered by claiming he ghostwrote most of Remy’s lyrics and repeastedly bashing Eazy, calling him “The Lame.”
“I wrote 90 percent of the rhymes that came out of her mouth,” he said adding, “I never asked for a penny. I never asked for credit. She’s my wife.”
In another livestream, Remy, with Eazy The Block Captain off-camera, said Papoose didn’t want Shields to travel with him to Sierra Leone so he could “talk to her all day.”
She showed texts and videos from Pap and revealed she has him saved in her phone as “Bozo.”
She claimed he was trying to win her back. “Like I always tell you… if u miss me just say that [laughing emojis]. No need to start an unnecessary fight.”
Papoose Claims He Caught Remy Ma In Bed With Another Woman
Papoose escalated the situation by accusing Remy of cheating with a woman she met in prison, claiming he once found them in bed together—with their daughter in the same bed.
He said Remy “had so much animosity” toward him because he “ended up finding out the truth” and alleged she’s uncomfortable with her own sexuality.
WOW: Papoose claims that Remy Ma is bisexual and that he caught her in bed with another woman. pic.twitter.com/jGvLg0e46M
— The Art Of Dialogue (@ArtOfDialogue_) May 23, 2025
He also played previously released audio of Eazy allegedly threatening to blackmail Remy with proof of their affair. In another clip, Remy allegedly says she only stayed cool with Eazy because he “put me in a predicament.”
Papoose claimed Remy would leave their daughter with him for days while she was with Eazy and said the stress of the situation made him “fall victim to gambling.”
Papoose shares recordings of Remy Ma's new partner, Eazy The Block Captain, confessing to blackmailing her. pic.twitter.com/IMnZO9Y559
— The Art Of Dialogue (@ArtOfDialogue_) May 23, 2025
The mud-slinging continued with Remy sharing an image of a pawnbroker’s receipt from November 2024, allegedly from Papoose pawning her Cartier bracelet.
She followed up with another pawnbroker’s receipt, “from Jan 2023 when you pawned my Cuban for $16K.”
She also urged him to sign the divorce papers and denied that Eazy tried to blackmail her, insisting Papoose was lying about everything.
“ONLY person ever try to blackmail me was PAWNPOOSE,” she wrote. “Hence why you on this app now with all the lies you threatened with – I’m a say u a bad mom, I’m a say I wrote ya music I’m gonna leak ya sex tape, I’m a say you got surgery, I’m a say you robbed me, I’m gonna say u on drugs…etc
Eazy The Block Captain chimed in, claiming Papoose is “obsessed” with him, prompting Pap to fire back, referencing their previous altercation.
“I beat the dog s### out of you,” he wrote. “& stomped you out.”
He also called Eazy a “bum who never had jewelry in his life” and Remy Ma his “sugar mama.”
Finally, Claressa Shields chimed in, firing off multiple posts claiming Remy Ma was spewing lies.
She tweeted, “If my breakfast club interview triggered her that much… just wait til I address the lies she told today.”
Rapper Key Glock is launching his GLOCKAVELI tour in 2025 presented by SiriusXM’s Hip-Hop Nation. The cousin of the late Memphis rapper Young Dolph, Key Glock just dropped his fourth studio album titled Glockaveli.
The 21-date tour will start on May 21 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and end on June 30 in Las Vegas.
Key Glock will open up the GLOCKAVELI Tour in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on May 21 at The Criterion followed by three dates in Texas in **Houston** (May 23) at the 713 Music Hall, Austin (May 24), and Dallas (May 25).
Three dates in the South follow at the Avondale Brewing Co. in Birmingham, Alabama (May 29), Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte, North Carolina (May 30), and the Coca-Cola Roxy inAtlanta (May 31).
In June, the Key Glock Tour heads to Nashville and the Nashville Municipal Auditorium (June 5), Baltimore (June 7), New York City (June 8),Boston (June 10), Cleveland (June 12), Cincinnati (June 13), Waukee, Iowa (June 18), and Indianapolis (June 19).
**Key Glock GLOCKAVELI The Tour 2025 Summer Dates
On the first day of Summer, Key Glock will be at the Uptown Theater in Kansas City, Missouri (June 21), followed by dates at The Fillmore Minneapolis inMinneapolis, Minnesota (June 22), and at the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom in Chicago (June 24).
The Key Glock Tour will wind down with three shows in the West, at the Arizona Financial Centre in Phoenix (June 28), the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles (June 29), and the finale at the Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas in Las Vegas (June 30).
Key Glock Just Released His Fourth Studio Album Glockaveli
On May 2, Key Glock and the Paper Route Empire label released Glockaveli, the fourth studio album from the 27-year-old. The first three singles from the album have been “3am in Tokeyo,” “No Sweat,” and “**The Grinch.”**
Here is the tracklist for the 18-song, 45:47 release.
Based on Key Glock information on the internet, you can expect his concerts to typically be on the short side, from 35 minutes to 60 minutes with backup acts and/or pre-show activities making the entire event much longer, over two hours and sometimes three.
But with this his biggest tour and the new album out, expect shows longer than an hour but a 20-song, two-hour performance from the rapper would be hard to imagine.
TheKey Glock concert setlist will change depending on the concert and venue dates. The followingKey Glock setlist is from the July 28, 2024 set at Audi Field in Washington, DC at the Broccoli City Festival 2024.
Let’s Go
Penny
Word on the Streets
Preach (Young Dolph cover)
100 Shots (Young Dolph cover)
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About Key Glock
American rapper, songwriter, and record producer Key Glock was born on August 3, 1997 in Memphis and his birth name is Markeyvius LaShun Cathey. He is the cousin in-law of fellow Memphis rapper Young Dolph who was fatally shot in the city in 2021. Young Dolph founded the Paper Route Empire label in 2010 and signed his cousin Key Glock.
His 2020 debut studio album Yellow Tape was a big success, peaking at No. 14 on the Billboard 200. The release received a Gold certification from the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America).
His follow-up studio album Yellow Tape 2 hit No. 7 on those charts with the hit singles “Ambition For Cash” (multi-platinum) and “Proud” (Billboard Hot 100). “Let’s Go,” from his third studio album Glockoma 2 became his second entry on the Top 100 chart.
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Hip-Hop legend Rakim, widely recognized as one of the greatest MCs of all time, continues to make history, this time in academia.
On Wednesday (May 21), Rakim delivered the commencement address for the Peabody Conservatory’s 2025 graduation ceremonies at Johns Hopkins University. The “God MC” was also served with an honorary degree from Johns Hopkins and took home the prestigious George Peabody Medal for Outstanding Contributions to Music and Dance in America.
The George Peabody Medal is the highest honor bestowed by the Peabody Institute. Rakim is the first rapper to ever receive the award, joining a revered list of past recipients such as Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones, Misty Copeland, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma and Ella Fitzgerald.
“Just a teenager when he launched his career, Rakim has amassed decades of success as a performing artist, entertainer and cultural icon,” Peabody Dean Fred Bronstein said. “As our graduating student artists begin to create their paths forward, they will no doubt find inspiration in the words and life story of this truly foundational figure in Hip-Hop.”
Rakim spoke at both the undergraduate and graduate ceremonies, according to reports. The Peabody Institute is set to launch a groundbreaking Bachelor of Music in Hip-Hop program in the fall of 2025.
Rakim emerged in the mid-1980s as the lyrical half of the duo Eric B. & Rakim. Their 1986 debut single, “Eric B. Is President,” ushered in a new era for rap, while Paid In Full is one of the most influential Hip-Hop records of all time. Rakim, revered as one of the most complex rappers, also brought spiritual depth to the rap game. His solo work continues to solidify his legacy.
Detroit rapper Skilla Baby was injured in a drive-by shooting Thursday evening (May 22) in his hometown, according to Fox 2 Detroit.
The shooting occurred along Eight Mile Road near local Beech Daly Road, where authorities discovered a black SUV crashed into the side of a building. Police responded to the scene to find evidence markers like shell casings scattered across the roadway, indicating a high volume of gunfire.
Skilla Baby (real name Trevon Gardner) was reportedly inside the SUV when it was struck by gunfire. He suffered a graze wound to the back of his head, graze wound to his back and gunshot wound to his hand. Some outlets stated that he was also shot in the legs. Skilla Baby was transported to a nearby hospital and is currently listed in stable condition.
Sources close to Skilla Baby said he was alert, surrounded by loved ones and under high security at the hospital.
Redford Township Police are investigating the incident and have described the shooting as targeted. No suspect information has been released at this time.
Skilla Baby is considered one of Detroit’s most prominent emerging rap artists, gaining traction locally and nationally. The news of the shooting has sparked an outpouring of support on social media. AllHipHop recently interviewed Skilla Baby and he said mogul 50 Cent was helping him enter the acting field in addition to rapping.
This film picks up after the events of 2023’s Dead Reckoning and serves as a direct sequel. It follows the IMF team, led by Ethan Hunt, as they continue their mission to stop the rogue AI system known as the Entity. Now more powerful than ever, the Entity can control the world’s digital systems, disable defense networks, collapse economies, and undermine entire governments. The IMF must race against the clock to deactivate it before a global war ensues.
Final Reckoning is an excellent film that delivers all the thrills viewers have come to expect from the Mission: Impossiblefranchise. The sheer scope and scale of this globe-trotting chapter are massive, with top-tier production values throughout. While it doesn’t feature quite as much action as some previous entries, it is no less entertaining. This time around, the film leans more into its political thriller and espionage roots, driven largely by dialogue and timely themes surrounding artificial intelligence. The clever screenplay, penned by McQuarrie and Erik Jendresen, explores tension, paranoia, and our collective anxieties about technology.
One of my favorite aspects of the film is how it pays homage to the entire franchise through flashbacks, returning characters, and clever plot tie-ins. If you haven’t seen all six of the earlier films, this one does a decent job of catching you up. Still, you must watch Dead Reckoning to fully grasp the central plot here. Among all the entries, this may be the most emotional—featuring rich character arcs and heartfelt chemistry among the team. Despite the larger-than-life action, the story never loses its emotional core.
McQuarrie once again delivers a masterclass in direction, balancing the film’s intricate plot with stunning locales, breathtaking action, and genuine emotional weight. As with his previous films—Rogue Nation, Fallout, and Dead Reckoning—he draws standout performances from his cast in every type of scene. His visual storytelling shines through elegant camera work, seamless transitions, and smooth editing. The cinematography by Fraser Taggart is nothing short of breathtaking, capturing both the tension and the spectacle.
As for the action, while the sequences are more spaced out, they’re no less effective. Expect close-quarters hand-to-hand combat, high-stakes escapes, gunfights, and chase scenes. But the real standouts are two massive set pieces—one involving a submarine, the other a pair of biplanes. The horror, claustrophobia, tension, and sheer adrenaline packed into these sequences are amplified by the film’s stellar sound design, score, and visual effects. The scale and danger feel incredibly real, a testament to the craftsmanship and safety that must’ve gone into them. These are sequences that demandto be seen on the biggest screen possible.
The film features a stellar ensemble cast, blending familiar faces and newer additions. Standouts include Ving Rhames as Luther, Simon Pegg as Benji, Angela Bassett as President Sloan, Henry Czerny as Eugene Kittridge, Hayley Atwell as Grace, Pom Klementieff as Paris, Tramell Tillman as Captain Bledsoe, and Esai Morales as Gabriel. Everyone brings something unique to the table, whether in dramatic moments, action sequences, or scenes of levity. Still, when it comes to pure charm, emotional intensity, and action hero grit, the standout is—no surprise—Tom Cruise.
After nearly three decades of playing Ethan Hunt, Cruise’s commitment to Mission: Impossible speaks for itself. His full-throttle performance combines physical intensity, nuanced acting, and fearless stunt work. At almost 63 years old, he’s still performing demanding stunts with discipline and precision. His dedication to making audiences feel like what we’re watching is real is something rare in Hollywood today. Cruise truly is the last of a dying breed—and he shows no signs of slowing down.
If I had one critique, it’s that the film leans too heavily on exposition at times. While necessary for viewers who haven’t seen all the previous films, it occasionally bogs down the pacing. The three-hour runtime, while not a dealbreaker, could have been tightened to make the story feel more efficient.
Still, Final Reckoning proudly upholds the legacy of the Mission: Impossible franchise and delivers adrenaline-charged thrills from start to finish. From direction and cinematography to acting, technical execution, score, and spectacle—this is easily one of my favorite films of 2025. Whether or not it’s the last entry, the series, if it ends here, concludes on an incredible high note.
I’ve loved every film in this franchise since Brian De Palma’s original in 1996. Sure, some are better than others, and fans will always debate their rankings—but one thing has always been true: Tom Cruise has never short-changed fans. If this is his final mission, he stuck the landing in legendary fashion.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning hits theaters everywhere on May 23 and comes highly recommended. Enjoy!
Diddy and Cassie Ventura. Disguises and deception. That’s what’s got folks whispering. A new alleged participant in what’s been dubbed “the freak-off circuit” has emerged from the shadows. This man’s memory is catching up to his body, one might say.
This individual, who claims he was “flewed out” on more than one occasion, says he did not even know who he was sleeping with. Not exactly, anyway. He now alleges that both Diddy and Cassie were in disguise during their liaisons. We’re talking wigs, wardrobes and a mask game that rivals Mission: Impossible. Recent reports have jogged his memory or activated his recollections.
He was very aware that he was being recorded by someone rich, powerful, and accompanied by a girlfriend or mistress. But the alleged disguises were so elaborate that he couldn’t identify who was who. He says they were covered up in wigs, costumes, and more. Faces obscured. Voices soft. Mystery maintained.
What sparked his revelation? The latest reports claim Diddy allegedly used a Muslim disguise in some of these wild scenarios. That apparently triggered a memory and boom—he realized he might’ve been sleeping with Diddy… or Cassie… or both. He described it like being stuck in a sexual matrix.
The man now claims that Diddy would dress up as a Muslim man—head to toe—and Cassie would pull out wild, extravagant wigs to further conceal her identity. Together, they created characters, illusions, alter egos… whatever you want to call it. But for him, it added up to confusion. And now? Clarity.
Some of the allegations about what went down were discussed in court today, and let’s just say… it was a lot. I’m not even going to get into the specifics here. Head to the news section if you’re curious, because the jury is sorting through enough madness already.
As for this individual, he’s not doing interviews or anything yet. But he’s telling close friends what he knows, and it sounds like he’s getting ready to go public. If and when he does, we’ll be watching closely.
Now I gotta ask—why would Diddy choose to disguise himself as a Muslim? There are a million ways to throw people off. He could’ve gone the Hebrew Israelite route. Or dressed like a librarian. A police officer. Darth Vader! Chewbacca! Even Fozzie Bear from The Muppets! He could’ve pretended to be Bin Laden if he really wanted to. But a Muslim? That’s a very specific choice… and a questionable one.
And how did the man finally connect the dots? Did he hear “take that, take that” mid-stroke? No, I’m just playing. But seriously, this one’s going to get messier before it settles. Stay tuned.
Kanye West has been spouting antisemitic rhetoric since 2022, when he daftly proclaimed on Twitter (X) that he was about to go “death con 3 on Jewish people.” The backlash was swift, and he was immediately dropped by his agency CAA, production company MRC, adidas, Gap and Balenciaga.
But rather than repent, West doubled down and appeared on Info Wars to proudly proclaim he’s a Nazi and gush about how much he loves Adolf Hitler. Three years later and West’s words and actions have left a wake of wreckage. But on Thursday (May 22), West tweeted out of nowhere that he was “done with antisemitism” and asked for forgiveness, claiming he was “sorry” for the pain he caused.
Then less than an hour later, West promoted his latest song, “Heil Hitler.” Do the math.
Most people aren’t buying his hallow apology, especially those in the Jewish community.
“Words are cheap, what matters is action,” Alyssa Hochfelder, a fitness and nutrition coach based in Colorado, said. “Ye’s apology doesn’t erase the real world consequences of his antisemitic rhetoric. There were at least 59 documented antisemitic incidents directly citing his name.
“This isn’t hypothetical harm lives were actually threatened and communities lived in fear. He didn’t just spew hate, he added fuel to an already rising fire of antisemitism. So until Ye puts in real, sustained work like education, reparations, and community his words don’t mean s###.”
Of course, we’ve been here before. West has walked back his inflammatory comments before—and his words seem oddly familiar. In 2023, he wrote in Hebrew, “It was not my intention to offend or demean, and I deeply regret any pain I may have caused. I am committed to starting with myself and learning from this experience to ensure greater sensitivity and understanding in the future. Your forgiveness is important to me, and I am committed to making amends and promoting unity.”
But it wasn’t long before he was back at it. Jewish rapper Kosha Dillz isn’t convinced West meant a single word of his apology—now or back then.
“Kanye is a product of our attention economy,” Kosha says. “He is experimenting with how desensitized we are to hatred. When Joe Rogan jokes about how catchy it is or how the Hip-Hop community says ‘Oh, he’s crazy’ or the Jewish community says ‘don’t talk about him,’ he wants that.
“We are not necessarily avoiding Kanye; we are avoiding to the opportunity to learn about how the cancer of jew hatred—antisemitism—works in society and is consistently reinventing itself. It’s like, ‘If Kanye can bounce back and forth, why can’t everybody.’ But I don’t buy [West’s apology]. If we have an easy re-entry without consequence, anyone will do it.”
The American Jewish Committee (AJC) has been extremely vocal about its stance on Kanye West. Shortly after the release of “Heil Hitler,” AJC CEO Ted Deutch noted, “This is blatant antisemitism, and it’s disgusting. Ye is profiting off of Jew-hatred, and the music industry needs to step up and speak out against this obscenity.”
The AJC pointed out it was just West’s latest antisemitic outburst in 2025. On February 7, he posted things like “I’m a Nazi” and “Some of my best friends are Jewish and I don’t trust any of them,” alongside remarks targeting people with disabilities and other racial groups.
Just days prior, West had run a Super Bowl ad in select markets directing viewers to his online store, which was found to be selling a $20 t-shirt emblazoned with a black s####### before being taken offline.
If Kanye West wants forgiveness, it’s going to be a long, arduous road for him to get it.
Drake is not just out here selling gambling apps. Drake is not just out here suing people. Drake is not just out here living his best life. Drake is actually getting ready to drop a new project.
That’s right. Some of y’all thought Drake was done, but I don’t think that’s the case. Drake and Gordo have announced a new project—and it’s probably not Hip-Hop. Gordo made it clear: if you love house music, this one’s for you. It’s a six-song, 16-minute EP that they reportedly cooked up in just 48 hours.
Now, when does it drop? That part’s unclear. But it shouldn’t be long—they already made the full announcement on social media. They emphasized “house music,” too. While I respect the artistic stretch, personally, I’m not really checking for house music in 2025. But shout out to them for pushing the envelope in a time when some people think Drake is falling off.
By the way, Drake and Gordo have a solid track record together, and fans are hyped. So don’t mind me—what I think doesn’t matter. What The Drake Contingency thinks? Now that matters. They seem to think this is a big win. Me? I just want to hear Drake rap. He’s been dabbling in a lot of alternative styles lately. God bless.
By the way, if the name Gordo rings a bell, you might know him better by his old name—DJ Carnage. Back when he was Carnage, he was already shaking up the EDM scene. But as Gordo, he’s been diving deeper into house music and minimalist club vibes. Drake first teamed up with Gordo on his Honestly, Nevermind album in 2022, a project that had people raising eyebrows because it leaned way more into house and dance music than traditional rap.
Gordo co-produced multiple tracks on that album, including the standout “Sticky” and “Massive.” Whether you loved or hated it, it proved Drake was willing to take risks—and Gordo was a big part of that shift. Their chemistry was undeniable and, apparently, they’ve decided to double down on it with this new EP.
This latest project isn’t just a one-off vibe—it’s a continuation of the creative energy they’ve built. So if you liked that Honestly, Nevermind era, this new drop might hit just right for you.
Are you thinking about planning an urban break for you and your family over the next few years? If so, then there’s only one place you should go and that’s New York. The city that never sleeps, the big apple, it’s a helluva town, after all. So, before you book your luggage storage service to explore the city, let’s dive in and explore some of the key reasons why New York is unmissable and the elements that should absolutely be included in your trip.
First, you might want to think about booking a concert. The best place to see a concert in New York? That would absolutely be Madison Square Gardens. Everyone from Jay Z to Shania Twain and Sabrina Carpenter have taken to the stage right here. The atmosphere is euphoric, the crowds are astounding and the shows are breathtaking. It’s like nothing you have ever seen before or will again and that’s a guarantee. Be aware that if you are planning on including an event like this in your trip to New York, then it is absolutely worth booking in advance. If you plan this at the right time then you can easily save a fantastic fortune without even needing to try.
Broadway
It’s basically sacrilege to go to New York and not go to see a Broadway show! Whether you’re a massive fan of musicals or not, it’s the experience that counts the most. Plus, with so much variety on Broadway all of the time, we’re sure that you can find something that you’re interested in. Who knows, after your first trip here you might be hooked, finding yourself chomping at the bit to come back as soon as you can.
For those of you who love musicals already, you might be super excited about this option and the prospect of getting to see some of the most famous shows on this stage. You can book one or more shows, depending on what is playing, what you’re interested in and what your budget is like! Remember like we said in the beginning of this point, it’s about the experience more than anything else.
There are so many different choices to explore here as well. For instance, you could check out the absolutely captivating Harry Potter and the Cursed Child or get lost in the show stopping tunes of Wicked. The biggest shows in the world play right here!
The Friends Experience
Are you a fan of the TV show Friends? If so, then the Friends experience could be perfect for you. You can sit on the iconic couch in Central Perk, you can visit Monica’s apartment, take pictures with many places throughout the space that you have such fond memories of from the show. While it might not appeal to everyone, those who grew up with the show, or have a soft spot in their hearts for it, as so many do, will have an amazing few hours spent here.
One of the most famous statues in the world, you should definitely take some time to visit the Statue of Liberty. Some people think that it’s a waste of time as you can only stand at the bottom and look, but that’s not true. If you book your tickets in advance, you are able to go to the top of the crown, seeing the whole of New York from where you are. Whether you’ve just seen this in movies or you know the rich history behind the statue itself, it’s well worth going to see while you’re in New York.
Natural History Museum
Lastly, if you love all things history related then why not take yourself down to the most amazing natural history museum in the whole world. While it used to be located in Central Park, three years after this it outgrew that location and had to move. The natural history museum in New York holds an astonishing 33 million pieces in its entire collection. You will never be bored in this museum, you will always find something that takes your interest.
Did you know that the man who discovered the T-rex actually worked at this museum? He was a field agent and found the first T-rex skeleton way back in 1902. You will learn some amazing, interesting facts here. Some you won’t quite believe what you are hearing or seeing.
We hope this helps you understand why New York is the perfect place to visit complete with all the best elements that you need to ensure that you have a fantastic time on your next trips. You might be worried that New York is expensive and to be fair – it is. However, for a completely unique experience, it could certainly be worth the cost.
Kanye West declared he was “done with antisemitism” on Wednesday (May 22), just hours after two Israeli Embassy staffers were murdered outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C.
The victims, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, were a couple planning to get engaged. They were gunned down near 3rd and F streets NW around 9 p.m. local time after leaving an event hosted by the American Jewish Committee.
The suspect, 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez from West’ s hometown of Chicago, was arrested at the scene and reportedly shouted, “Free, free Palestine” during his capture, according to ABC News.
Just hours later, West posted a string of messages on X, formerly Twitter, suggesting a spiritual awakening.
“I am done with antisemitism,” he wrote. “I love all people.”
In another post, he added, “TRUE PEACE COMES FROM GOD’S TRUTH TURN AWAY FROM FAME’S ILLUSION AND FIND THE REAL LOVE IS THE BRIDGE BETWEEN ALL PEOPLE CROSS IT AND LEAVE DIVISION IN THE DUST.”
He followed that with, “God forgive me for the pain I’ve caused.”
But the apparent change of heart didn’t last.
Roughly an hour after his public renunciation, West reposted a video showing a group of men from his “choir” chanting lyrics from his banned track “Heil Hitler” while standing on Diddy’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The antisemitic shooting and West’s posts came within hours of each other, drawing attention to the timing of his sudden apology.
The rapper, who has repeatedly made inflammatory remarks about Jewish people, previously said in February, “I love Hitler,” “I’m a Nazi” and “IM NEVER APOLOGIZING FOR MY JEWISH COMMENTS (sic).”
West’s latest song, “Heil Hitler,” has been removed from nearly all major streaming platforms except for Twitter (X), where he continues to share antisemitic content.
His concert in South Korea was also canceled in response to the controversy over the song, but he believes is art.
Kash Doll brushed off cheating whispers and relationship drama Tuesday (May 14) after a photo of Za’Darius Smith in what looked like a hotel room with a woman’s feet nearby made the rounds online.
The image, allegedly taken in April 2025, sparked speculation that the Detroit rapper was being played.
But Smith quickly fired back on social media, calling out the timing and motives behind the post. “Uploading something from last year to try and break us up is crazy,” he wrote.
He doubled down on his loyalty to Kash Doll with a message referring to her by her real name.
“Arkeisha Knight isn’t going anywhere!” he insisted. “So y’all need to stop trying.”
The NFL star later deleted the posts, but not before the message landed. While Kash Doll hasn’t directly addressed the rumors, she posted a photo of Smith backstage at one of her recent performances, clearly showing support. Smith then shared the same image on his Instagram Story.
He also commented on Kash Doll’s post: “Now I see why these h**s mad.”
The couple’s relationship first caught attention when they were seen together at an event in Ghana.
During an April interview, Kash later confirmed the romance, revealing they met during a night out when Smith approached her in person instead of sliding into her DMs. “He came over with that energy. I said, ‘Oh, wow,'” she said.
Before Za’Darius Smith, Kash Doll was in a relationship with rapper Tracy T. The two share a son born in January 2022 and a daughter born in June 2024.
Kim Kardashian marked a major milestone in her legal journey with a backyard graduation bash celebrating the end of six years of studies and her eligibility to sit for the California bar exam.
The SKIM’s founder turned aspiring attorney completed the state’s Law Office Study Program, a non-traditional route that allows students to train under a licensed lawyer instead of attending law school.
Kardashian logged more than 5,100 hours of legal study while juggling four kids, multiple businesses, a hit Hulu series and her ongoing work in criminal justice reform.
“All of you guys have been on this journey with me,” she said during her speech. “It did start with Van and I. Well, it started with the Twitter video that I saw that popped up.”
The intimate ceremony was held in her backyard and included family, friends and mentors like Van Jones and Jessica Jackson.
Her youngest son Psalm, 5, wore a suit in tribute to her late father, attorney Robert Kardashian Sr., while daughter Chicago, 7, dressed in a look inspired by her mom’s 2023 Harvard appearance.
Jackson praised Kardashian’s persistence: “Six years ago, Kim Kardashian walked into this program with nothing but a fierce desire to fight for justice.”
Kardashian passed the First-Year Law Students’ Examination—known as the “baby bar”—on her fourth try in December 2021.
She later completed the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE) in March 2025, a key requirement for bar eligibility.
Jackson called her path “one of the most inspiring legal journeys we’ve ever seen,” applauding her commitment to advocacy and reform.https://youtube.com/shorts/BbLJjV0glME?si=1HbOTP21MFK-KI9r
Kardashian has used her platform to support criminal justice reform, including helping commute sentences for incarcerated individuals.
She is now preparing to take the California bar exam, the final step in becoming a licensed attorney.
Kid Cudi testified Thursday (May 22) as the ninth day of Diddy’s federal trial got underway. On the stand, he recounted a series of events that followed after Diddy allegedly learned of Cudi’s relationship with Cassie Ventura.
Kid Cudi described receiving a panicked phone call from Ventura in December 2011, informing him that Diddy had discovered their relationship. Cudi said Ventura was “really shook” that day. Shortly after, Kid Cudi was notified by a Diddy employee that he was inside his home unexpectedly.
Upon returning, Kid Cudi found his dog locked in his bedroom, though Diddy had already left the premises. Cudi said he called Diddy, confronted him, and was told, “I’m over here waiting for you.” He also contacted police after the incident.
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Tensions escalated the following month, when Kid Cudi’s Porsche was set on fire in his driveway. He testified that his dog’s caretaker alerted him to the blaze while he was away. Jurors were shown images of the destroyed car, which Kid Cudi said was damaged by a Molotov cocktail. Ventura, who testified the previous week, stated that Diddy had threatened to blow up Kid Cudi’s car after discovering her relationship with the rapper.
When asked why his relationship with Ventura ended, he replied, “The drama. It was getting out of hand. I wanted to give space.” The prosecutor asked, “What drama?,” to which Cudi replied, “The break in. For my safety, her safety…”
Prosecutors argued that the act of arson was part of a broader pattern of violent and intimidating conduct by Diddy, which they claim supports their case for racketeering and sex trafficking charges. Diddy has pleaded not guilty to all charges, and his legal team maintains he was not involved in the arson or other alleged crimes.
Testimony from other witnesses, including Diddy’s former assistant George Kaplan, described further incidents of alleged abuse and violence involving Diddy. Kaplan recounted witnessing Ventura with visible injuries and observing other troubling behavior during his employment, though he also expressed lingering admiration for Diddy despite what he had seen.
Kid Cudi’s testimony is considered significant by prosecutors as they seek to demonstrate that the alleged arson was not an isolated event, but rather part of a larger criminal conspiracy orchestrated by Diddy.
