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Toyota recalls Tundra, Sequoia for rearview camera glitch
Toyota is recalling nearly 400,000 Tundra pickups and Sequoia SUVs after discovering a software issue that may cause the rearview camera to fail when shifting into reverse. The recall affects about 393,838 vehicles, specifically 2022 to 2025 Toyota Tundra models and 2023 to 2025 Sequoia hybrids. The problem stems from the software controlling the 14-inch multimedia display, which can display a green or black screen instead of the camera feed. Federal rules require functioning rearview cameras for reversing vehicles, and this defect puts affected models out of compliance. Toyota will provide a free software update at dealerships to resolve the issue, with installation taking less than an hour. Owners will receive notification letters...
Offset denies Saweetie rumors on Keke Palmer podcast
Offset addressed longstanding rumors about his connection to Saweetie during an appearance on the Baby, This Is Keke Palmer podcast. When asked directly by host Keke Palmer, Offset denied any romantic involvement and called the story a rumor. He explained that the speculation about Saweetie was not the reason for his split with his former groupmate but reflected deeper issues within the group. Offset noted that outside influences in the music industry often try to create division for business reasons. He suggested that business interests can lead outsiders to interfere in artists’ personal lives, affecting professional outcomes. Although Offset did not provide full details, he emphasized that headlines linking him to Saweetie were...
Lil Durk seeks dismissal of Los Angeles murder-for-hire case
Lil Durk has asked a federal court to dismiss his murder-for-hire case, saying the indictment lacks enough detail for a fair defense. Authorities allege the Chicago rapper organized a plan to kill Quando Rondo in response to King Von’s death in 2020. Prosecutors claim Durk directed members of his Only The Family group to Los Angeles in August 2022, where an attempted shooting at a gas station left Rondo unharmed and his cousin Saviay’a Robinson dead. Durk’s attorneys argue the indictment does not identify who received instructions or when and where offers were made, making it difficult to mount a defense. They have filed a motion to dismiss the charges or require prosecutors to provide specific information. Durk remains in federal...
Remy Ma launches Remy Network streaming for hip-hop storytellers
Remy Ma is launching Remy Network, a streaming service focused on Hip-Hop culture and creative storytelling, on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28. The platform will provide free access to viewers using an ad-supported model, combining Ad-Supported Video on Demand and Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television channels. Remy Network will serve as a venue for filmmakers, creators, and celebrity partners to produce and distribute original television content. The service will offer a range of programming, from scripted series and reality shows to documentaries, concerts, music specials, sports coverage, and financial content. Each show will highlight the influence and cultural role of Hip-Hop. Remy Ma partnered with the company OTTera to manage...
Young Thug returns to Atlanta State Farm Arena for Hometown Hero benefit
Young Thug is set to perform at State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Dec. 16 for a benefit concert called Hometown Hero. He shared this announcement on Monday through the arena’s official Instagram account, where the event is listed as Young Thug & Friends. Tickets will be available starting at 10 a.m. EST on Wednesday, Oct. 8, through Ticketmaster. The concert comes after the release of Young Thug’s fourth studio album, UY Scuti, which launched on Sept. 26. On Sept. 28, he held a free concert outside the Fulton County Courthouse in Atlanta, a location linked to his recent YSL RICO trial. At that event, he called for an end to violence in his community. The upcoming performance forms part of a plea deal permitting Young Thug to hold...
Pooh Shiesty freed early, eyes coming back from halfway house
Pooh Shiesty has been released from federal custody after serving about three years of a 63-month sentence for a firearms conspiracy tied to a 2020 shooting in Florida. The rapper, known for the single Back in Blood, entered prison in 2022 and was released on Oct. 6, 2025, ahead of a projected April 2026 date. He is currently living in a halfway house while transitioning back to daily life. His sentence followed a 2023 guilty plea, which reduced his potential prison time. Authorities said he had been held in a high-security Pennsylvania facility. Fans have begun speculating about new music, a common step for artists after release. Shiesty’s return offers a chance to rebuild his public presence and music career.
McMahon backs patriotic civics push with Hillsdale
The U.S. Department of Education has launched a new civics initiative backed by more than 40 conservative groups to promote lessons centered on founding ideals and national pride. The America 250 Civics Education Coalition features partners such as the Heritage Foundation, Turning Point USA, Hillsdale College, and Moms for Liberty. The program, led by Education Secretary Linda McMahon, aims to boost civic knowledge and foster unity ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. Supporters say the effort responds to rising criticism of American institutions, while opponents argue it risks politicizing education. Historians and advocates fear it may downplay complex aspects of the country’s past or exclude diverse views. The department...
Trump mulls refugee cap favoring white South Africans
President Donald Trump is considering reducing the U.S. refugee admissions cap to as few as 7,500, according to officials familiar with internal discussions. Sources said most of those openings could be designated for white South African farmers, a move that has drawn concern from refugee advocates and members of Congress. The administration has not yet submitted the proposed limit to Congress, despite missing a legal deadline last week. Thousands of refugees who have already passed security screenings remain in limbo. Critics say the plan would drastically shift U.S. refugee policy by favoring one group over others. Refugee organizations warned that such a proposal could undermine decades of bipartisan support for humanitarian...
Krispy Kreme haunts Halloween with Trick or Treat doughnuts
Krispy Kreme is celebrating Halloween with a new Trick or Treat! Collection featuring four limited-edition doughnuts and a special giveaway. The seasonal lineup debuted this week and offers a mix of festive flavors and designs. The Jack-O-Lantern Doughnut features orange buttercream icing with a carved pumpkin face and a green icing stem. The Candy Bag Doughnut tops an Original Glazed with chocolate buttercream, caramel drizzle, and colorful candy pieces. The Cookies and Skreme House Doughnut is filled with cookies and cream, coated in chocolate icing, and decorated with cookie crumbles, a purple swirl, and a haunted house topper. The Spooky Sprinkle Doughnut comes with green icing and Halloween sprinkles. Guests visiting...
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