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Tyra Banks sued over $2.8 million ice cream shop lease fallout
Tyra Banks is facing a major lawsuit over her ice cream company, Smize & Dream. A landlord, Christopher Powell, is suing for over two point eight million dollars. He claims Banks and her business partner abandoned a ten-year lease for a Washington D.C. storefront signed earlier this year. Powell states Banks personally pitched the location as a flagship for youth empowerment and global expansion. He alleges they vacated the property months later without paying any rent. The lawsuit further claims the pair opened a temporary shop nearby while still legally bound to his building. The complaint says Banks later sent a letter citing property issues, which Powell calls false. He is seeking the full lease value plus legal fees. Attorneys...
DaBaby shuts down Kimora hookup rumor, Flex sparks chaos
Rapper DaBaby has publicly denied having any intimate relationship with Kimora Lee Simmons. He directly addressed the rumor in a recent Instagram video, shutting down speculation that started from radio host Funk Flex. The claim originated during Flex's Hot 97 show, where he made an on-air insinuation about Simmons and the rapper. His comments spread quickly online, especially on platforms like TikTok. Neither party had commented until DaBaby's recent denial. The rumor surfaced shortly after public tension resurfaced between Simmons and her ex-husband, Russell. He recently made claims about their financial and parental dynamics on social media. DaBaby's clear statement now shifts focus back to the initial source of the unchecked...
Trump eyes moving marijuana to Schedule III, research could boom
President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing an executive order to reschedule marijuana. The directive would instruct federal agencies to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III. This shift would not legalize the drug nationally but would recognize a lower abuse potential. The change could significantly reduce restrictions on scientific cannabis research. It might also affect federal prosecution priorities and ease banking access for state legal pot businesses. Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton expressed caution, stating he would review the actual order before judging. Cotton highlighted the increased potency of modern marijuana compared to past decades. He claimed most Arkansas voters support decriminalization or medical use but...
Calif. bomb plot foiled, NYE attack plan exposed
Federal agents arrested four people for allegedly planning New Year's Eve bombings across Southern California. Audrey Carroll, Zachary Page, Dante Gaffield, and Tina Lai were taken into custody in Lucerne Valley. Officials linked them to the anti-government Turtle Island Liberation Front. Authorities claim the group plotted to detonate improvised explosives at five locations simultaneously at midnight. Investigators say Carroll shared a handwritten attack plan with an FBI source in November titled Operation Midnight Sun. The document reportedly detailed constructing complex pipe bombs for placement inside backpacks. The FBI monitored a desert campsite where bomb components like PVC pipes and fuse materials were allegedly assembled...
DJ Warras’ “stay ready” gun post haunts fans after shooting
A social media post from DJ Warras discussing firearms is circulating after his murder. The former radio host tweeted a picture of a handgun weeks before his death in Johannesburg. His caption included the phrases "stay safe" and "stay ready." In the thread, he emphasized the importance of training for a dangerous situation. A follower argued that criminals typically act faster than any security preparation. Many users now find the online exchange unsettling, given the drive-by shooting that killed him. Public reactions to the resurfaced post expressed shock and grief. Comments highlighted the unpredictable violence in South Africa, with some stating the country had failed another citizen. Others noted the grim irony that his...
Warriors’ AFCON suits wow fans, national fabric shines
The Zimbabwe Football Association revealed the national team's formal suits for the upcoming tournament. Images shared online showed the players in sharp attire made from national fabric. The design is a collaboration between the football body, its official formal wear partner, and the tourism authority. Zimbabwean fans online reacted with strong approval to the stylish looks. Many praised the bold, modern incorporation of cultural identity into the suits. Some supporters joked that the formal wear was superior to the team's actual playing kits, suggesting they should compete in the suits instead. The association stated the outfits are meant to project confidence and national pride as the Warriors travel to Morocco. The overwhelmingly...
Warriors depart to roaring crowd, AFCON hope takes flight
Zimbabwean fans packed the international airport to send off their national soccer team, the Warriors, ahead of the tournament. The terminal became a loud festival of drumming, singing, and vendors selling team merchandise. Players acknowledged the massive crowd as they walked toward their departure gate. Supporters hope the team's mix of foreign-based professionals and local talent will translate into a fearless performance. Many chanted demands for accountability and results, referencing past issues with planning and player bonuses that have derailed previous campaigns. The send-off also highlighted a conscious separation between fan frustration over recent selection controversies and their unconditional support for the athletes...
DJ Warras slain in Jozi, music world in mourning
South African media personality DJ Warras, real name Warrick Stock, was killed in a shooting. The former 5FM presenter died in an apparent drive-by incident in Johannesburg. He was reportedly performing security duties for his protection company at the time. Fellow musician The Kiffness suggested the shooting happened during a routine security check. Police confirmed a shooting event in the city center but gave no further details. Friend and businessman Rob Hersov confirmed the death online, calling Warras a loving and decent human being. Stock, thirty-nine years old, had a multifaceted career in radio, television, and private security. He recently hosted a new reality show on Mzansi Magic. His murder follows a pattern of violence...
Coltart slams U19 picks, demands ICC probe on bias claims
Former government minister David Coltart demanded an international investigation into Zimbabwe's Under-19 cricket team selection. He publicly accused Zimbabwe Cricket of racist and regionalist selection policies. The call came one day after the cricket board celebrated its upcoming role as co-host a World Cup event. Coltart labeled the chosen squad a national shame and disgrace. He claimed the selectors ignored the nation's best available talent. His online statements specifically urged the International Cricket Council, or ICC, to intervene immediately. The controversy ignited following a fan analysis posted on social media. The analysis questioned why top-performing players from schools in Bulawayo were omitted. It suggested a...
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