Eminem will star alongside the legendary Agent 47 in a mind-bending new Elusive Target mission for Hitman World of Assassination, launching December 1 through December 31.
The Detroit rap icon teams up with IO Interactive’s bald assassin to confront his notorious alter ego, Slim Shady, in what promises to be one of the franchise’s most psychologically complex missions to date.
This collaboration comes on the heels of Eminem‘s recent album “The Death of Slim Shady,” in which the rapper sought to shed his controversial persona.
Set within a reimagined medical facility in Hokkaido, transformed into the chaotic Popsomp Hills Asylum, players will navigate a surreal environment where reality and nightmare collide.
The mission draws inspiration from Slim Shady’s fractured psyche, creating a dreamlike experience that blurs the lines between doctors, patients, and performers.
The twisted scenario places Slim Shady in control of a former operating theater, now converted into a fully equipped broadcasting studio. From this base, he delivers erratic live performances to a captive audience of medical staff and asylum inmates.
Agent 47 must track his target through interconnected areas, including a recording studio and a bizarre “Group Training Session” where Slim Shady brainwashes doctors into participating in his scheme to weaponize music.
IO Interactive has packed the mission with references to Eminem‘s catalog, including a poisoned Spaghetti Sandwich served in his restaurant and a haunting performance of “Houdini.”
The experience builds toward a climactic confrontation that challenges players’ perception of what’s real and what exists only in the mind.
This marks another high-profile celebrity collaboration for the Hitman franchise, following recent Elusive Target missions featuring Bruce Lee and Conor McGregor. The gaming series has increasingly attracted A-list talent for these limited-time events, which offer unique storylines and exclusive rewards.
Players can access the mission for free as part of the Starter Pack, making it available to newcomers alongside existing Hitman World of Assassination owners. IO Interactive is also releasing the Eminem vs. Slim Shady Pack, which includes a new suit, four items, and home base cosmetics tied to the mission, for $4.99.
The collaboration represents a natural fit between Eminem‘s complex relationship with his Slim Shady persona and Hitman’s themes of identity and psychological manipulation.
Both the rapper and Agent 47 have long grappled with questions of who they truly are beneath their public facades.
Antonio Brown tossed out a grim joke about Charlie Kirk’s assassination during a livestream football game with Tekashi 6ix9ine and YouTuber Adin Ross, drawing conservative backlash.
While running routes outside 6ix9ine’s Florida home, Antonio Brown cracked, “No one’s gonna Charlie Kirk me, right,” a reference to the conservative commentator, who was shot and killed during a campus debate at Utah Valley University.
The remark landed poorly, especially given the politically charged fallout that followed Kirk’s death. The livestream, which took place amid heightened security following a break-in at 6ix9ine’s residence, featured both men taking lie detector tests.
“Evidently these people don’t believe their words will come back to them,” one user said. Another fumed: “Charlie Kirk was a better man than his jerk. His heart is black. It’s unreal just how low people will go nowadays.”
Brown failed when asked if he regretted his infamous shirtless exit from MetLife Stadium in 2022. He did, however, pass when expressing affection for his former Pittsburgh Steelers teammate Ben Roethlisberger.
Brown’s legal troubles began months earlier in May, when he allegedly fired a gun at Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu during a boxing event hosted by Ross in Miami.
Nantambu, who gained notoriety for waving a Palestinian flag during Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show, was later arrested in June for resisting an officer and disrupting a public event.
Video from the Miami incident appears to show Brown in a heated parking lot confrontation before gunfire scattered the crowd.
The backlash against others mocking Kirk’s assassination has been widespread. Some people lost jobs at airlines, schools and hospitals over social media posts mocking the tragedy.
Kim Kardashian revealed a serious health scare tied to her relentless study routine during the November 20 episode of The Kardashians, telling viewers that doctors discovered a brain aneurysm during a routine full-body scan.
“They called me today and they’re like, ‘Everything looks great but you have an aneurysm in your brain,’” Kardashian said. “They’re like, ‘It’s been there for years.’”
The 43-year-old entrepreneur and aspiring lawyer broke the news to her sister Kourtney after consulting with respected neurosurgeon Dr. Keith Black.
He advised her to undergo more scans at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, which led to a troubling revelation: the aneurysm could be aggravated by stress, something Kim has in abundance.
“I’m like, ‘OK, I’m taking the bar exam. I’m studying 10 hours a day,’” she said. “The stress has been next level to the point of hives now.”
Kim’s intense commitment to becoming a lawyer, inspired by her late father, Robert Kardashian Sr., has become a full-time pursuit. But the pressure of balancing her legal studies, business ventures and parenting four children with ex-husband Kanye West—North, 12, Saint, 9, Chicago, 7, and Psalm, 6, has taken a toll.
“I have four kids that depend on me. I have to be sane,” she said. “It’s stressful out there, but this aneurysm can’t be stressed.”
Kourtney didn’t hide her concern. “I’m definitely worried about Kim,” she said. “She has so much going on between work and her four kids that I don’t want her to have an aneurysm.”
Despite the diagnosis, Kim isn’t backing down from her academic goals. In the episode, she explained how her educational journey has also become a teachable moment for her children.
“I love that my kids see me go to school,” she said. “When I drop them off at school, they see me go to school. I enjoy that.”
Kim admitted she’s “addicted to studying” and thrives on learning. “I just wouldn’t feel like myself if I wasn’t always learning and trying new things,” she said.
Her latest attempt at the bar exam didn’t go as planned. On November 8, she posted on Instagram, “Six years into this law journey, and I’m still all in until I pass the bar. No shortcuts, no giving up – just more studying and even more determination.”
She added, “Falling short isn’t a failure – it’s fuel.”
Earlier this month, she told Good Morning America that she’s trying to keep her health in check. “Health is wealth. And you just have to be careful with everything that you do.”
Ken Carson has fans buzzing across continents as he was revealed as one of the headliners for Rolling Loud Australia, which returns in 2026 after a seven-year break with a two-city takeover featuring Gunna.
The Hip-Hop festival will land in Sydney on March 7 at Centennial Park before heading to Melbourne’s Flemington Racecourse on March 8. This marks Rolling Loud’s largest Australian footprint to date, expanding from its original one-city format in 2019.
The 2026 lineup brings together heavyweight names and rising voices. Alongside Carson and Gunna, the bill includes Tyga, Quavo, Swae Lee and Sexyy Red. Regulars like Ski Mask The Slump God, Lil TJay and Robb Bank$ return to the stage, while fresh talent such as Ian, Osamason and Rich Amiri add new energy to the roster.
Australian Hip-Hop will also take center stage with dedicated platforms in both cities. Acts like Hooligan Hefs, Youngn Lipz, Day1, Amarni, Lil Golo & Cult Shotta, 4ourttune and Jonny Chopps will represent the local scene. Each city will also feature exclusive regional artists, though the core lineup remains consistent.
Tickets flew fast. Pre-sale passes sold out within 24 hours, reflecting the demand for the festival’s return. General admission tickets are now available with tiered pricing that increases as inventory drops.
Rolling Loud’s first Australian event in 2019 sold out in an hour and left a lasting impact.
That show featured Future, Playboi Carti, Rae Sremmurd, Tyga, and Manu Crook$, with a surprise appearance by The Kid LAROI during DJ Scheme’s set, which became a defining moment in the country’s Hip-Hop history.
The brand’s international growth continues with a November stop in Mumbai, India, where Central Cee, Wiz Khalifa, Don Toliver and Karan Aujla are set to perform.
In California, Rolling Loud recently made headlines when Playboi Carti delivered a 2.5-hour set and Peso Pluma became the first Latin artist to headline the festival.
Founded in 2015 by Matt Zingler and Tariq Cherif, Rolling Loud has grown from a Miami-based event into what many consider the world’s largest Hip-Hop festival, with stops across North America, Europe, Asia and now Oceania.
Cardi B turned heads and stirred conversation after revealing she had her newborn son’s umbilical cord preserved and dipped in gold chrome, a decision that blends maternal sentiment with bold aesthetics.
The Bronx-born rapper, 33, welcomed her fourth child and first with Stefon Diggs on November 4.
The New England Patriots’ wide receiver has stepped into a father figure role as the couple marks a new chapter with the arrival of their baby boy.
The company transformed her son’s umbilical cord into what they describe as “your baby’s umbilical cord dehydrated in the shape of a heart, and then dipped in gold chrome.”
The keepsake, priced at $50, is offered as an add-on to the company’s $500 placenta encapsulation service, which processes the placenta into pill form for postpartum use.
The company also created a $65 Placenta Print for Cardi, dyed blue and styled to resemble the Tree of Life. Mommy Made Encapsulation shared the whole process on Instagram, including footage of the umbilical cord being shaped with wire before dehydration and chrome application.
The company has processed over 40,000 placentas and has worked with Cardi before.
In 2024, they documented a similar procedure for her third child, Blossom Belle Cephus. They’ve also provided services for Megan Fox and Vanessa Hudgens, helping normalize the practice among celebrity parents.
The timing of the reveal also fueled speculation about Cardi’s relationship with Diggs after she was seen wearing a diamond ring on her left hand in photos with the newborn.
Megan Thee Stallion stood before a federal jury in Miami Thursday morning to confront Milagro Gramz, the blogger she says has tormented her for years with false claims and damaging content tied to the 2020 shooting involving Tory Lanez.
The Grammy-winning rapper testified in her defamation lawsuit against Gramz, also known as Milagro Cooper. The trial has peeled back layers of online harassment, alleged coordination with Lanez’s family and the circulation of a doctored explicit video that Gramz admitted she believed was real.
“She said she felt the guilty verdict vindicated her, but said afterwards that the hatred became louder,” referencing Lanez’s conviction and 10-year sentence for shooting Pete in July 2020.
As Megan Thee Stallion left the courthouse tonight, @papillonsocial1 asked what she wants other bloggers to know about their behavior online.
"Just because you have freedom of speech does not mean you have freedom to bully," Megan said.
Megan Thee Stallion described the aftermath as a period of emotional and professional fallout, worsened by Gramz’s online attacks. The courtroom was shown X-rays of bullet fragments lodged in Megan Thee Stallion’s foot, which required surgery.
As she spoke about the shooting, Megan Thee Stallion grew visibly emotional, telling jurors she still attends therapy and often feels like “no one cared that she was shot.”
“Everybody thought that I deserved to get shot because I talk about sex and I twerk and I drink,” she testified, according to reporter Meghann Cunifh.
The trial, which began earlier this week, revealed that Milagro Gramz received more than $3,000 in electronic payments from Lanez’s father, Sonstar Peterson, between October 2020 and March 2022.
The transactions, which ranged from $200 to $1,000, coincided with Milagro Gramz’s public defense of Lanez and her repeated attempts to discredit Pete.
Text messages presented in court showed Gramz promising Lanez that an “exclusive story would change her life” in September 2020. She also visited Lanez and his father in Miami in February 2022, where she promoted his “Cap” music video.
When called to the stand, Milagro Gramz admitted she believed a sexually explicit deepfake video of Meg was authentic when she shared it with her audience.
Under Florida law, distributing non-consensual explicit content, even if believed to be real, can carry both criminal and civil consequences.
Gramz’s attorney, Jeremy McLymont, argued she was simply expressing her opinion, saying she called Megan Thee Stallion a liar “because Megan lied.”
But Megan Thee Stallion’s legal team pointed out Milagro Gramz had no direct knowledge of the shooting and refused to name her sources in court.
On the stand, Gramz also said the payments from Lanez’s father were for “personal reasons, including birthday gifts for her children and promotional work for Peterson’s podcast and book.”
But the timeline of those payments aligned closely with her anti-Megan content.
The lawsuit accuses Gramz of acting as a “paid surrogate” for Lanez, working to “denigrate, belittle, insult, and spread false statements about Ms. Pete on her online social media platforms, for no other reason than to bully, harass and punish Ms. Pete for Mr. Peterson’s conviction and to tarnish her reputation, causing emotional distress.”
Court filings also revealed that Milagro Gramz deleted thousands of messages and removed WhatsApp from her phone, in violation of a court preservation order. The judge told jurors they could assume the deleted material would have harmed Gramz’s defense.
Megan Thee Stallion’s attorneys argued the harassment campaign cost her significant career opportunities, including a potential partnership with Google.
Meg is seeking damages for cyberstalking, emotional distress, false light invasion of privacy and the distribution of altered sexual imagery.
“Just because you have freedom of speech does not mean you have freedom to bully,” Megan told reporters leaving the courthouse in a clip captured by reporter Cunfih.
Grandmaster Flash is ready to rewind the turntables of time and spotlight Hip-Hop’s early days in his upcoming memoir, Birth of a Culture, arriving fall 2026 through HarperCollins’ Amistad imprint.
The Hip-Hop pioneer will team up with journalist Robert “Scoop” Jackson for the project, which shifts away from the personal themes of his 2008 autobiography, The Adventures of Grandmaster Flash: My Life, My Beats and instead focuses on the genre’s roots and evolution.
“This story has been on my mind for a very long time. It depicts the early history and many subject matters that pertain to the culture called Hip-Hop,” Flash told Rolling Stone. “I talk about my come-up, I express my thoughts and opinions with others. I reminisced about what it was and what it has become. It entails joy, pain, real life, fun, drama, math, and science.”
The memoir will revisit Flash’s trailblazing techniques, such as his Quick Mix Theory, a method that helped redefine how DJs looped breakbeats.
His innovations in scratching, backspinning and punch phrasing laid the groundwork for the rise of MCs and breakdancers in the 1970s Bronx.
HarperCollins executive Paul Olsewski described the new book as a departure from Flash’s first memoir.
“[Birth of a Culture] is completely different because it includes interviews from the people along his journey. And he highlights how their relationships shaped the culture,” Olsewski said. “[The Adventures of Grandmaster Flash] focused on his childhood trauma, addiction, and incorporated life lessons learned. This book isn’t that at all. It doesn’t discuss his childhood trauma or incorporate life lessons. It discusses the culture of Hip-Hop and the historical aspects.”
Flash rose to prominence alongside Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaataa during Hip-Hop’s formative years in the Bronx.
His technical creativity helped define the role of the DJ and earned him a spot in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as the first DJ to be inducted.
Flash will also lend his voice to the audiobook version, offering a personal narration of Hip-Hop’s rise from neighborhood block parties to a global movement.
Pras Michélwalked into federal court Thursday for a moment that felt worlds away from the Fugees’ storied rise, as a judge sentenced him to 14 years in prison for a slate of political crimes tied to foreign money, U.S. elections and behind-the-scenes influence campaigns.
The feds reportedly shadowed him for nearly a decade. The once-celebrated artist now faces one of the toughest penalties ever handed to a Hip-Hop figure on federal political charges.
Michél was convicted in April 2023 on 10 counts, including funneling illegal foreign donations into Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign and carrying out unauthorized lobbying aimed at the Trump administration in 2017.
Billboard reported that his sentence includes three years of probation after he completes the federal term. He originally faced up to 22 years.
His representative, Erica Dumas, released a short statement to Variety acknowledging the gravity of the moment.
“Throughout his career Pras has broken barriers. This is not the end of his story. He appreciates the outpouring of support as he approaches the next chapter.”
AllHipHop has followed Pras’ legal issues since the earliest filings in 2019, when the allegations seemed bizarre for a Grammy-winning artist with deep ties to socially conscious Hip-Hop. Federal prosecutors alleged that Michél used foreign funds to influence U.S. politics on multiple fronts, most notably through an effort to help Malaysian financier Jho Low.
The trial featured testimony from Leonardo DiCaprio, an unprecedented Hollywood pop-in for a case rooted in political corruption, cross-border money trails and an artist whose career once stood on cultural impact rather than covert political maneuvering.
Last month, a judge ordered Michél to surrender more than $64 million connected to the foreign influence scheme. That news landed just as he was trying to position himself for a retrial, accusing his former attorney David Kenner, well known in Hip-Hop legal history for representing Suge Knight, of relying on artificial intelligence to craft his closing arguments.
In early 2024, Kenner pleaded guilty to misdemeanor criminal contempt over mishandled discovery materials tied to Pras’ case.
After his conviction, Michél said he would continue to press forward with an appeal despite the mounting setbacks.
His surrender date is set for January 27, marking the start of a long legal battle that places one of Hip-Hop’s most enigmatic figures at the center of a federal case with global political ties.
For a group like the Fugees — built on ideas of liberation, awareness, and cultural power — the chapter closing around Michél is a heavy one.
Finesse2tymes entered Harris County Jail on November 20 after turning himself in on an outstanding warrant, marking his fourth arrest of 2025 and deepening a yearlong streak of legal setbacks for the Memphis rapper.
The 31-year-old artist, born Ricky Hampton, had previewed his surrender earlier in the week via Instagram Story. The booking adds to a growing list of run-ins with law enforcement that have overshadowed his music career this year.
This latest jail stint follows an October 20 arrest in Dallas, where Finesse2tymes was hit with eight charges, including drug possession, tampering with evidence and attempting to bring banned items into a correctional facility.
That case, also in Harris County, came with bond amounts exceeding $100,000. The rapper’s legal issues accelerated in May when federal prosecutors accused him of repeatedly violating the terms of his supervised release, landing him back in federal custody.
In September, he was arrested again in Tyler, Texas, after performing at a concert.
While his court appearances have piled up, Finesse2tymes also found himself in a public spat with Offset, after making crude remarks about Cardi B and her rumored connection to NFL star Stefon Diggs.
He referred to Diggs as “that n#### that hit Offset’s b####.”
Offset didn’t take the jab lightly and warned him to keep his name out of his mouth. The tension escalated during a FaceTime call when Finesse2tymes replied, “Don’t get mad at me. Get mad at the football player.”
Megan Thee Stallion rejected a high-profile Call of Duty endorsement after learning the video game would turn her into a shootable character, a decision rooted in trauma from her 2020 shooting, according to testimony in a federal courtroom in Miami.
During testimony on Wednesday (November 19) in the defamation trial against blogger Milagro Gramz, Roc Nation executive Daniel Kinney revealed that the Houston rapper immediately withdrew from the deal once she understood the nature of the proposed character.
“That triggered her and she full stop said ‘I’m not doing this,'” Kinney testified.
The lucrative opportunity ultimately went to Nicki Minaj, but Kinney said the emotional fallout from the 2020 shooting and the online harassment that followed cost Megan millions in endorsements.
The defamation suit, filed in October 2024 in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, accuses Gramz of working in tandem with Tory Lanez, the man convicted of shooting Megan, to carry out a targeted online smear campaign.
Kinney’s testimony was part of a broader picture painted in court this week, which included disturbing claims about a deepfake pornographic video allegedly promoted by Milagro Gramz.
Megan’s former manager, Travis Farris—known in the industry as T-Farris—testified that the video caused “extreme distress” and led to months of therapy.
The therapy bills alone totaled $240,000, according to court records.
Psychologist Dr. Lenore Walker, who previously diagnosed Megan with PTSD tied to the shooting and the deaths of her mother and grandmother, also testified.
The lawsuit alleges Milagro Gramz acted as a “paid surrogate” and “longtime mouthpiece” for Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson.
Tory Lanez is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence without parole for the July 2020 shooting in the Hollywood Hills. A federal appeals court in Los Angeles upheld his conviction on November 12.
Earlier this week, the case took another turn when Tory Lanez and his attorney were held in contempt of court for dodging deposition questions. A magistrate judge fined Lanez $20,000, citing “deliberate evasion during three attempted depositions.”
Milagro Gramz has denied any wrongdoing. Her legal team argues that her statements were either “substantially true,” protected opinion or “rhetorical hyperbole.”
Still, she has faced multiple sanctions during the proceedings for allegedly deleting evidence and failing to comply with court-ordered discovery.
Megan is seeking compensatory, punitive and statutory damages, along with attorney’s fees and a declaratory judgment. The trial continues this week in Miami federal court.
Sara Rivers is on the verge of losing her appeal against Diddy after failing to submit a required court document, putting her $60 million lawsuit in serious jeopardy.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit issued a warning on October 3 advising Rivers that her appeal would be dismissed if she didn’t file Form C by October 17.
That form, which lays out the parties involved and helps set the appeal’s record, is a basic but essential step in the process. As of now, court records show she missed the deadline, and her case has defaulted under federal appellate rules.
Rivers filed the appeal on September 15 after a federal judge threw out nearly all of her claims against Diddy and his affiliated companies.
Initially filed in February 2025, her lawsuit accused Diddy of sexual assault, harassment, and racketeering tied to her time on the reality show Making the Band 2.
She sought around $60 million in damages.
In her complaint, Rivers alleged that Diddy “backed her into a corner” and ran his hand across her chest. She also claimed she was forced to live in “inhumane” conditions during the show’s production, including being housed with four men despite being married.
She further accused Diddy and his companies, including Bad Boy Entertainment, MTV Productions and Viacom, of conspiring to exploit her labor and sabotage her music career.
The only surviving count, which falls under the New York Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Act (GMVPA), was put on hold while a higher court determines whether that law can revive older claims.
That pause left Rivers with one legal option: appeal. But now, that effort is unraveling due to a missed filing.
The Second Circuit’s October 3 order clearly stated that the appeal “be dismissed” if Form C wasn’t filed on time. The docket now shows the case is in default, and unless Rivers takes immediate action, her appeal could be tossed before any arguments are heard.
If the court formally dismisses the appeal, Rivers would lose her last remaining opportunity to challenge the dismissal of her case.
That outcome would leave Diddy with a legal victory in this federal lawsuit, even as he continues to face other legal challenges elsewhere.
Diddy is currently locked up at FCI Fort Dix, where he is serving a four-year sentence after being convicted of two counts of transportation for prostitution.
Kim Kardashian shelled out over $80,000 to reclaim a deeply personal relic tied to her late father and the O.J. Simpson trial during an online auction earlier this year.
On the latest episode of The Kardashians, the reality star revealed she was the anonymous buyer who secured a personalized copy of The Living Bible once owned by Robert Kardashian.
The book, which was initially thought to have been gifted to Simpson in the early ’90s, turned out to be Robert’s own, complete with his name inscribed inside and a handwritten message in blue ink.
“You are not gonna believe what it is, nor will you even care, but you will understand one day, this is really special to me,” Kim told her daughter, Chicago, as she opened the package. “This used to be my daddy’s. When someone goes to heaven, their energy is always here with us.”
“So, if anyone is wondering who won that O.J. Simpson auction, you best believe it’s me,” she said, smiling as she held the Bible up to the camera.
Initially, Kim believed it was a Bible her father had purchased for Simpson following his 1994 arrest for the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman. But after flipping through the pages, she realized it belonged to Robert himself.
“I thought it was a Bible that my dad bought O.J. and wrote in it. (But) it’s actually my dad’s Bible with his name inscribed on it. I didn’t know that,” she said.
According to Simpson estate executor Malcolm LaVergne, Kardashian had previously offered $15,000 for the Bible before the auction began. The offer was declined because the item had already been contracted for sale.
Kim also revealed she used an alias to place her bid, hoping to avoid inflating the final price.
Robert Kardashian, who died in 2003 at age 59, was a key figure in Simpson’s defense team during the 1995 murder trial that ended in Simpson’s acquittal.
In 1997, a civil jury later found Simpson liable for the deaths, and earlier this week, his estate agreed to pay $58 million to the Goldman family.
What would have been DMX’s 55th birthday will be honored with a star-studded celebration at SOB’s next month, bringing together family, collaborators and a new generation of artists moved by the late rapper’s spirit.
SOB’s, the legendary performance venue, has teamed with the Estate of Earl “DMX” Simmons and acclaimed photographer Jonathan Mannion to present DMX 55, an evening dedicated to the life, music and cultural impact of one of Hip-Hop’s most influential figures. The tribute takes place Thursday, December 18, the day the Yonkers legend was born.
Desiree Lindstrom, X’s fiancée at the time of his death, and Sasha Simmons, his daughter, issued a joint statement on his impact and the celebration.
“Earl Simmons was an artist, a father, a friend, and a spiritual warrior who showed us what it means to fight through pain with faith,” said Desiree Lindstrom and Sasha Simmons, co-administrators of the estate. “DMX 55 is a celebration of his incredible life and all that he achieved — the love he gave and the love he continues to receive.”
The event will feature performances from Denzel Curry and .idk., two artists who have openly credited DMX as a defining force in their creative journeys. Special guests from the rapper’s circle of friends, family and longtime supporters are expected to appear throughout the night.
“Performing on X’s birthday means more than a show — it’s a tribute,” said .idk. “His voice shaped an era, and his energy still moves through everything I do.”
Harlem’s own DJ SNS, who shares the same December 18 birthday as the late icon, will set the soundtrack through the night. The veteran DJ reflected on meeting X early in his career when he was handed the single “Born Loser” to break in New York clubs.
“Losing him hit me hard — it knocked the wind out of me in a way I wasn’t ready for,” he said. “I’ll support DMX until the day I’m gone.”
The tribute also marks a homecoming of sorts.
DMX first hit the SOB’s stage in the 1990s, years before It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot turned him into a global phenomenon. Mannion, who shot several of DMX’s most iconic album covers, said the night will spotlight both the legacy he captured through his lens and the young voices shaping Hip-Hop’s future.
“Though X is no longer with us, his music and images remind us of the greatness he shared with us all,” Mannion said. “This will be a night to remember at the legendary SOB’s.”
DMX rose from battles in Yonkers to become the first rapper in history to debut five consecutive albums at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. His raw delivery and introspective themes made him one of the most emotionally resonant artists of his generation. Beyond music, he became a bankable Hollywood presence with films including Belly, Romeo Must Die and Cradle 2 the Grave.
Since his death in April 2021, the estate has worked to maintain and expand his legacy through music, photography, storytelling and community engagement.
DMX 55 begins at 8 p.m. on December 18 and is open to guests 21 and over.
Twista Cheese unleashed chaos with a makeshift flamethrower inside a Birmingham gas station after threatening an employee and claiming to be a terrorist, leading to a nearly seven-year prison sentence handed down this week.
The 32-year-old drill rapper, born Omar Abdirizak, pleaded guilty to robbery and arson after a disturbing January 12 incident at Holloway Head Service Station.
The court heard that Twista Cheese became enraged over a cigarette payment policy and a fuel charge dispute, then escalated the situation in a terrifying way.
Prosecutor Manizja Latifi told Birmingham Crown Court the rapper shouted: “I’m a terrorist, I will kill you.”
According to surveillance footage, he fashioned a flamethrower from an aerosol can and a lighter, then directed the flames at the store clerk before climbing through the service window into the staff area.
The employee, cornered and visibly shaken, eventually handed over cigarettes to end the assault.
“I will burn this shop and you also,” Twista Cheese warned, according to Latifi.
After torching the Tango Ice Blast machine and a floor mat, he walked outside to the forecourt and continued setting fires before briefly returning to reignite the machine. Officers arrived roughly 10 minutes later to find the shopkeeper “visibly shaking and frightened.” The total damage neared $9,000.
Later that day, Twista Cheese called the police himself, identifying as “Satan” and telling officers, “Allah told me to do that.”
This wasn’t his first brush with the law. Two months after the gas station attack, he was sentenced to 20 weeks in jail for a TikTok video aimed at far-right figure Tommy Robinson.
In the August 2024 clip, which amassed more than 2 million views, the rapper mimicked gunfire with hand gestures while shouting “pow, pow, pow” and referencing “Muslims in every corner” and “artillery.”
During that trial, he told the court: “I am saying, if you come – self-defence. Even when I say ‘bam, bam, bam’, this is all entertainment.” But District Judge Wain ruled the video’s “natural meaning” was a threat involving firearms, not a musical performance.
Defense attorney Jasvir Mann said Twista Cheese suffers from PTSD linked to his past in Somalia, along with schizophrenia. Mann also said cannabis worsened his mental health and that his actions were “impulsive and stupid.”
“There is genuine remorse,” Mann told the court. “He is able to express that now in a sensible state of mind, which plainly he wasn’t in on the day in question.”
Recorder Sunil Khanna called the flamethrower “just as terrifying and could cause just as much harm as a blade or a firearm.” He also noted the rapper had expressed “terrorist ideologies” along with “misogynist and racist views” during interviews with probation officers.
Khanna labeled Twista Cheese a “dangerous offender” and warned of the “risk of catastrophic consequences to other people by those flames in the forecourt.”
The court sentenced him to six years and nine months in prison with an additional two-year license period on Tuesday.
Lil Durk may have just watched his shot at securing an anonymous jury unravel after courtroom photos of his co-defendants surfaced online, amplifying concerns over witness and juror safety in his high-profile murder-for-hire case.
During a pretrial hearing on November 18, 2025, federal prosecutors argued for an anonymous jury, citing threats, national media attention and the violent reputation of Durk’s alleged criminal enterprise.
But in a move that could backfire on the defense, someone snapped a photo of OTF Boogie and OTF Dede, two of Durk’s co-defendants, inside the courtroom and posted it to Reddit, Instagram and Facebook.
Photography is banned in federal courts, yet the image was widely shared across social media. Prosecutors say this breach only strengthens their argument that jurors must remain anonymous to avoid intimidation or outside influence.
“This blatant violation of the federal rules, and the following widespread dissemination of the photograph, underscores that an anonymous jury is only one of the security measures this Court should employ to prevent improper attempts to intimidate and/or influence jurors, ensure a fair trial for all parties, and protect the judicial process,” prosecutors wrote in a court filing.
According to AllHipHop, prosecutors also say threatening voicemails were reportedly sent by Durk supporters, which included death threats and promises of destruction if he is sentenced to life. One message threatened to “burn [the world] to the ground.”
Durk’s legal team has pushed back, calling the request for an anonymous jury speculative and prejudicial. They argue it would hinder their ability to conduct proper jury selection and that OTF is a legitimate music label, not a criminal organization.
They’ve also taken issue with the secrecy surrounding the threats and hearings, saying it undermines the fairness of the proceedings.
They argue that Durk’s crew, Only The Family (OTF), operates as a criminal enterprise under the guise of a music label, and that its members have a documented history of violence, including witness intimidation and threats against judicial officials.
Durk has been held without bond since his 2024 arrest. He’s charged with conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire resulting in death, using interstate commerce facilities to orchestrate the crime, and discharging a machine gun during a violent act.
The charges stem from a 2022 shooting near the Beverly Center in Los Angeles, where OTF affiliates allegedly tracked Savannah rapper Quando Rondo and opened fire, killing Saviay’a “Lul Pab” Robinson.
The Weeknd just made concert history as his After Hours Til Dawn Tour crossed the $1 billion threshold, becoming the highest-grossing tour by a male solo performer ever.
With more than 7.5 million tickets sold across 153 shows, the global trek has now reached a financial milestone few artists have ever touched.
The tour, which began in 2022, has spanned North America, Latin America, Europe, the UK and Australia.
The latest announcement of new 2026 dates in Mexico, Brazil, Europe and the UK has only added to the momentum. Produced by Live Nation and backed by Nespresso, the next leg begins April 20 in Mexico City at Estadio GNP Seguro.
The 2025 North American stadium run alone sold out over 40 shows, setting attendance and revenue records in major cities across the U.S. and Canada.
The Toronto native shattered records at Rogers Centre with six sold-out shows, the most ever by a male solo act on a single tour at the venue. It also marked the highest number of performances by any Canadian artist there.
In Los Angeles, The Weeknd set the bar at SoFi Stadium for most shows by a male solo act.
In Texas, he moved more tickets than any other artist this year. He also became the top-grossing Black male performer in the history of venues in cities such as New York, Seattle, Orlando, Montreal, and Houston.
The tour’s reach has gone beyond ticket sales. The XO Humanitarian Fund and Global Citizen have received more than $8.5 million in donations from The Weeknd’s efforts so far.
Additional proceeds from the upcoming 2026 dates are expected to continue supporting the World Food Program through Global Citizen. The tour has also set R&B attendance records in Boston, Denver, Edmonton and Orlando, further solidifying his place in live music history.
Remaining tickets for the 2026 leg are available now. The next shows kick off on April 20, 2026, in Mexico City.
Nicki Minaj done turned the United Nations into a MAGA pep rally, and I’m not even gonna pretend this is normal. Sis got up there acting like she’s the hood’s foreign ambassador when really she’s just the latest influencer in Donald Trump’s political street team.
Let me lay out every single way she’s playing people… because this is a masterclass in deception.
Nicki’s out here parroting Trump like she’s reading off his teleprompter
Everything she said at the UN? Straight out the MAGA starter pack. Christians “under attack.” Nigeria “in crisis.” Faith “being hunted.”
None of that lines up with actual data from people who live there. But it lines up perfectly with Trump’s fear-mongering script.
Sis is literally the lyrical version of Fox News at this point. Do these people even go to church?
She propped Trump up like he’s some savior of Africa
Thanking Trump for his “leadership”? WHAT leadership? He’s threatening to invade Nigeria like he’s auditioning for Call of Duty.
Nicki did everything but hand him a Grammy for “Best Humanitarian Cap.”
She’s laundering MAGA propaganda through celebrity clout
This is the dangerous part.
Trump says something inflammatory. No one outside his bubble cares. Nicki repeats it, suddenly it’s global.
She’s the hood’s favorite political weapon now. They using her like a Trojan horse in Louboutin heels.
She pretending she’s some kind of humanitarian when she’s being booked by Trump’s people
Let’s stop acting naïve.
Trump’s adviser personally arranged her UN appearance. She has been calling his name for months. This was a placement.
She didn’t “speak truth.” She delivered talking points. For Trump.
She’s amplifying lies proven false by experts and Nigerians themselves
Actual researchers, the Nigerian ones, said the violence is NOTreligious. It’s not “Christians under siege.” Both Christians and Muslims said, “This ain’t what’s happening.”
Nicki ignored ALL of that to boost Trump’s narrative.
That’s not activism. That is manipulation.
She using “faith” as a new costume for political clout
She claimed she’s always stood up for the persecuted.
Chick, stop. You have not been outside like that. You were not speaking up at any other point. You are no “warrior of the oppressed” and this arc suddenly popped up when Trump started winking at her online.
She’s dipping her toes in White House propaganda like it’s a kiddie pool
She reposted:
Trump’s Truth Social scare-posts
MAGA videos
xenophobic and transphobic clips
White House propaganda with her own music playing
But then hits the UN acting like she’s neutral…and natural?
This is recruitment and she is the latest rapper to cross the culture.
You can be confused when it comes to finding a cordless shop vacuum that actually uses power, offers flexibility, and has high abilities of smart cleaning. The old-fashioned shop vacs are heavy, noisy, and attached to the power supply; contemporary cordless products introduce new technologies of suction, smart sensors, and a smooth movement system. One of them is the Tineco FLOOR ONE S7 Pro, which is a sophisticated product. Loud sawdust in a workshop, mess in a garage, or daily spills, this vacuum will clear the place with an effective performance and medium, which makes it among the best in the competition. If you’re asking, “Is the best cordless vacuum out there from Tineco?” or “Is a Tineco wet dry vacuum worth the investment?”, keep reading — this article unpacks its strengths, how it compares to Shark, and why it might be the right premium smart cleaning tool for you.
Features Breakdown
This is what made the Tineco S7 Pro so powerful and intelligent:
Smart Sensor Technology
The S7 Pro is powered by an iLoop smart-sensor system by Tineco, so that suction power can be adjusted automatically. The vacuum increases its suction when faced with larger amounts of dust, debris, or buildup. In case the surface is in a relatively clean state, it will be released, which will preserve the battery life without decreasing cleaning performance.
Battery Runtime
This model is built to be used in real life, and with a full charge in normal mode, it will run up to 40 minutes. Suffice to say that this is sufficient to cover workshop areas, gallery floors, or even big open rooms, and then provides you with extended cleaning without the need to recharge very often.
Motor Type and Suction Power
S7 Pro Acceleration S7 Pro is constructed with a high-performance brushless motor that generates good airflow and suction that is sufficient to collect fine dust, chips, and general shop debris. Even though it is cordless, it competes with a number of corded machines in its daily cleaning strength.
Self-Cleaning System
The FlashDry self-cleaning mechanism is one of the most convenient features of this product. Once you have vacuumed, the internal path and roller are washed with clean water, then 85 °C of hot air is forced by the vacuum to dry the internals. This cycle is hands-free, which is hygienically maintained, and does not leave odors.
Brush Roller Technology
The brush roller has two layers of scrapers to avoid tangling. One scraper yanks out long hairs and threads, and another scraper removes trapped debris. This design maintains the performance and minimizes maintenance.
Water Flow System
In case of wet-dry work, S7 Pro has a balanced pressure water flow system which distributes fresh water in the roller at high frequency (450 times/min), leaving dirty water isolated. This ensures you’re always cleaning with clean water, making it a standout Tineco wet dry vacuum.
App Connectivity
It has a clear full-screen display that includes battery level, remaining run-time, and cleaning mode. Although this model might lack a complete smartphone application, the screen allows it to be easily controlled and track the cleaning process in real-time, providing you with intelligent feedback to do your job.
Comparison with Traditional Vacuums
Here’s how the Tineco S7 Pro stacks up against old-fashioned corded shop vacuums, and why it might be a modern replacement:
Feature
Tineco FLOOR ONE S7 Pro
Traditional Corded Shop Vacuum
Mobility
Fully cordless — no need to stay near sockets
Restricted by cord length, often cumbersome
Power Control
Adaptive suction via smart sensor
Fixed power, often too weak or too strong for some tasks
Maintenance
Self-cleaning with heated dry cycle
Manual brush cleaning, frequent filter washing
Multi-Surface Cleaning
Handles wet spills and dry debris
Often dry-only, limited for liquid messes
Noise
Moderate, optimized motor
Very loud, powerful motor
Portability
Lightweight and sleek
Heavy canister, often bulky
Comparison with Shark: Tineco vs Shark
To help you decide whether Tineco is better than Shark, here’s a direct comparison of how the S7 Pro stacks up against a typical cordless Shark wet/dry or shop vacuum counterpart (based on comparable features):
Feature
Tineco S7 Pro
Comparable Shark Model
Suction & Motor
High-efficiency brushless motor + smart sensor
Powerful motor, but usually fixed power settings
Battery Runtime
~40 minutes
Many Shark cordless vacs run around 20–30 minutes
Self-Maintenance
FlashDry self-clean + hot-air drying
Manual cleaning & filter maintenance required
Smart Cleaning
Automatic power adjustment and feedback
Basic power modes, less intelligent automation
Wet & Dry Capability
Balanced water flow + clean/dirty water separation
Available in some models, but less efficient water recycling
Ergonomics
Ultra-maneuverable with a slim cleaning head
Heavier, bulkier, and less nimble for tight spaces
From this, it’s clear that for users seeking a blend of power, smart automation, and hands-free maintenance, Tineco offers a compelling advantage.
Scenarios in Real Life Cleaning.
The following are some of the practical applications of the S7 Pro:
Sanding/Wood Cutting Workshop Cleanup: Once wood has been sanded or cut, the fine dust will fall over floors or benches. The intelligent sensor measures the level of dust and steps up suction to have a complete clean, which is a quick and efficient cleaning.
Home Garage: The cordless aspect allows you to clean up spacious open spaces without having to find electrical ports, whether it be on the car or in clearing up the tools.
Spills & Wet Messes: Accidental liquid spills, paint, or workshop rinse water are no cause for concern since they are easily drawn in. The wet-dry design implies that one will not need a separate mop.
Furniture & Corners: The low-profile head and agile form will allow you to access under benches or the wheels of the equipment. The smart sensor will not allow you to overpower delicate surfaces.
Maintenance Between Jobs: It cleans and dry cleans its inner tube automatically, and, therefore, you can leave the vacuum without any problems with mildew or musty smells, which is particularly convenient because his room can also be a place of work or residence.
Expert Recommendation
If you want a premium, high-performing cordless shop vacuum that feels like a serious tool rather than a toy, the Tineco FLOOR ONE S7 Pro is a top-tier choice. It’s thoughtfully engineered with smart sensor technology, a powerful motor, and a FlashDry self-cleaning system — delivering a level of convenience and performance that many traditional vacuums can’t match. For workshop users, DIYers, and even homeowners who value clean, dry floors, it’s arguably among the best cordless vacuum options out there. Its wet-dry capability also means it’s more than just a vacuum; it’s a versatile Tineco wet-dry vacuum that can handle both dust and liquid messes in an all-in-one, smart, and stylish design.
Conclusion
The Tineco FLOOR ONE S7 Pro combines intelligent design, cordless freedom, and powerful cleaning into a single, elegant package. With smart sensors that adapt suction, a long-lasting battery, and a self-cleaning system that flushes and dries its internals, it streamlines maintenance so you can focus on cleaning. Its dual-mode wet-dry functionality makes it more than just a vacuum; it’s a full-fledged workshop and surface-care solution. Compared to traditional corded shop vacuums, it offers modern mobility, quieter operation, and far better upkeep. When you want a premium, reliable, and powerful cordless shop vacuum that doesn’t compromise on performance, the S7 Pro deserves a hard look.
FAQs
1. Is the Tineco S7 Pro suitable for workshop dust and debris? Yes — its high suction, smart sensor, and durable brush make it ideal for sawdust and fine particles.
2. Can the S7 Pro handle liquid spills? Absolutely, it has a wet-dry cleaning system that handles both dry dust and liquid messes effectively.
3. How long does the battery last on a single charge? You can expect around 40 minutes of runtime, enough for most garage or workshop cleaning sessions.
4. Does the vacuum clean itself? Yes — with just a press, it runs a full self-cleaning cycle and dries itself with heated air, reducing maintenance effort.
5. How does it compare to a traditional corded shop vac? Unlike bulky, plug-in vacs, the S7 Pro is cordless, lighter, quieter, and smarter — while still providing strong performance.
Rising star JK22 has released his much-anticipated album, “Hollywood Madfocused,” marking a significant milestone in his artistic journey. This project offers listeners a deeper insight into his unique style and evolution as an artist.
“Hollywood Madfocused” stands out in JK22’s discography as a narrative that connects his life experiences with his evolving sound. Known for his charismatic presence and lyrical prowess, JK22 continues to be a formidable force in the music industry, blending various musical elements seamlessly.
A key feature of the album is its DJ connection, playing a crucial role in JK22’s artistic expression. It bridges his past influences with his current musical direction, offering fans insights into the creative forces behind his work.
Recorded by Theo and produced by UncleFoke, the album is a collaborative masterpiece. Each track reflects the dedication and passion invested in its creation.
As “Hollywood Madfocused” hits the airwaves, JK22 redefines artistry in today’s dynamic music scene. This release not only highlights his talent but also promises more groundbreaking work in the future. Music fans are encouraged to explore this album and experience JK22’s magic.
