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11+ min ago (565+ words) The designer behind Rachel Roy's memorable 2014 Met Gala dress is speaking out about the infamous elevator altercation that shocked the entertainment world over a decade ago, offering a fresh perspective on what may have triggered the confrontation between Jay-Z and Solange Knowles. Oscar Lopez, who created the gown Roy wore to the exclusive fashion event, shared his account with the Daily Mail, claiming that a seemingly innocent compliment from the rapper about his design work set off a chain of events that culminated in the shocking elevator footage that went viral. According to Lopez, the incident began when Jay-Z acknowledged Roy's appearance at the Met Gala. The designer alleges that Solange took issue with her brother-in-law's remarks about the dress, viewing them as inappropriate given the circumstances. The altercation unfolded in an elevator as attendees left a Met Gala afterparty....

11+ min ago (313+ words) With Dynamic Duos, Erick Sermon brings together legendary rap partners while warning that today's music isn't transcending " and the OGs are still carrying the culture. Sermon told AllHipHop the idea dates back to the pandemic. "Everybody stopped working," he said. "I didn't understand why. So I said I'm doing something called'Dynamic Duos. I'm bringing together every rap duo I can " and I'm producing all of it." He hit up every legendary pair he could contact. "Some didn't respond, but a lot of them said, "Yeah, I'm down with the concept," he said. "Some of them I never produced before. That's what made it exciting." The project arrives right as Hip-Hop's OG renaissance is in full swing. "Clipse opened the portal," Sermon said. "Nas did it with'King's Disease, but Clipse had the whole world paying attention. The timing lined up perfectly....

12+ min ago (597+ words) Global automobile company, GWM (Great Wall Motor) has unveiled its flagship Tank 700 in Dubai, signalling a major push in its "Accelerate Beyond 2026" strategy as the Chinese automaker deepens expansion across the Middle East and Africa. The launch headlined a three-day GWM Experience event, which brought together hundreds of partners, dealers, and media from across both regions to showcase the company's innovation roadmap and regional growth strategy. In his keynote, President of GWM International, Parker Shi traced the company's 28-year journey in the Middle East from its first pickup truck to a global footprint in more than 170 markets. "Our journey began 28 years ago with a modest pickup, but it opened the first chapter of our international story," he said. "This decades of experience formed the foundation for our next phase of development." Shi highlighted GWM's "user-first" engineering philosophy, backed by 13 R…...

28+ min ago (222+ words) The head coach of Chelsea Football Club, Enzo Maresca, has given an update on the injury situation of Liam Delap after the disappointing result against Bournemouth. The Chelsea forward was dragged to the ground following a set-piece in the first half of Saturday's goalless draw at Bournemouth and was clearly in pain as he walked off the pitch to be substituted. The injury will be assessed over the coming days and comes as a blow to the striker, who had already missed ten matches this season due to a hamstring injury. "Unfortunately, he has already been out for two months, and he has to be out again. We don't know for how long, but it looks quite bad, his shoulder. He has been unlucky. We are also a bit unlucky because we need that kind of a No.9." Delap featured…...

29+ min ago (958+ words) Around 19 million people across the West and Midwest are facing winter weather alerts as heavy snow and powerful winds sweep through multiple regions. The winter blast arrived Saturday morning with snow showers scattered over parts of the northern Plains and Rockies, stretching from Montana to the Dakotas in a pattern that promises to disrupt weekend travel and daily activities. This precipitation is expected to persist throughout the day, with snow gradually shifting into Iowa and Minnesota by afternoon. By Saturday night, a burst of snow and wintry mix will move into Illinois, Missouri and Wisconsin, affecting major metropolitan areas including Chicago through the overnight hours. People braving the cold in Chicago Saturday morning bundled up in multiple layers of clothing as they navigated snowy streets. The early arrival of significant snowfall has caught many residents off guard, forcing them to…...

40+ min ago (356+ words) Kendrick Lamar took a break from the chaos of Hip-Hop headlines to hike through Australia's Dandenong Ranges. Kendrick Lamar swapped microphones for mountain air Friday morning (December 5) as he trekked the 1000 Steps Trail in Victoria's Dandenong Ranges, pausing his high-profile Australian tour for a quiet moment in nature after a relentless year that redefined his place in Hip-Hop. The rapper, dressed in understated athletic gear, appeared at ease as he prepared for the steep rainforest climb alongside his crew. The outing marked a rare public moment of calm for Lamar, who spent the past year at the center of music's most talked-about rivalry. In 2024, Lamar's lyrical war with Drake dominated headlines, culminating in the Grammy-winning diss track "Not Like Us," which quickly became a cultural flashpoint. That feud spilled into his surprise November album GNX, where Kendrick Lamar addressed both…...

41+ min ago (459+ words) [immigrant, birthright citizenship, supreme court]The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether President Donald Trump can legally restrict birthright citizenship, taking up a contentious issue that could reshape American immigration law. The justices announced on... The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether President Donald Trump can legally restrict birthright citizenship, taking up a contentious issue that could reshape American immigration law. The justices announced on Dec. 5 that they will hear arguments, most likely in April, with a decision expected by the end of June. Trump signed an executive order on his first day in office in January, declaring that children born in the U.S. to undocumented immigrants or foreigners on temporary visas would no longer automatically receive citizenship. The administration framed the policy as a measure to curb illegal immigration and "birth tourism," in which pregnant women travel to the U.S. to secure U.S. citizenship…...

50+ min ago (803+ words) Milan Momcilovic poured in 20 points and Iowa State buried 11 three-pointers to power the No. 10 Cyclones to a dominant 81-58 victory over top-ranked Purdue on Saturday in West Lafayette, Indiana. The 23-point defeat represents the largest nonconference home loss by a No. 1 team in AP poll history and ties for the largest home loss ever suffered by a top-ranked squad. The result shocked the college basketball world as Purdue's Mackey Arena has been a fortress for the Boilermakers. The loss snapped a remarkable string of 36 consecutive nonconference home victories, ending a streak that had become a source of pride for the program and its passionate fanbase. Iowa State entered halftime with a modest 35-31 advantage but exploded out of the break with suffocating defense and deadly three-point shooting. The Cyclones launched an 11-0 run to seize a 48-33 lead with 17:17 remaining in the contest. Tamin…...

50+ min ago (390+ words) Home " WATCH: Emotional scenes as Pirates fans say goodbye to Mbokazi Emotional scenes unfolded at Peter Mokaba as Orlando Pirates star Mbekezeli Mbokazi bowed out a champion before his MLS move. Mbekezeli Mbokazi received an emotional send-off after guiding Orlando Pirates to the Carling Knockout Cup triumph on Saturday evening at the Peter Mokaba Stadium. The 20-year-old defender capped off his final match for the club in perfect fashion, captaining the Buccaneers to silverware before he departs for Major League Soccer side Chicago Fire after the Africa Cup of Nations. Mbokazi played the full 120 minutes as Pirates edged Marumo Gallants 1-0 to lift the Carling Knockout Cup. Since breaking into the first team, the highly rated youngster has now secured two trophies with the Sea Robbers and is set to feature in his first AFCON tournament in a few weeks. After…...

50+ min ago (690+ words) When Nigel Bristow walked out of the Raleigh filing office and declared, "It's official " I'm running for Congress," he wasn't just announcing a campaign. He was stepping into a political moment that could reverberate far beyond North Carolina's 9th District." This isn't just another congressional race." This is a story about why the 2026 midterms matter, what's at stake for communities of color, and how one candidate from rural North Carolina could become a national breakout name." In a time when the political world feels more like a reality show than a service to the people, Nigel Bristow is reminding us what leadership is supposed to look like " grounded, honest, and rooted in community." Running for Congress in North Carolina's 9th District, Bristow isn't your typical politician " and that's exactly why people are paying attention. He's the kind of candidate who shows up…...