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Tyrese getting affairs in order, dodges warrant
Singer Tyrese Gibson faces misdemeanor animal cruelty charges after authorities say his Cane Corso mastiffs killed a neighbor's dog on Sept. 18 in a Buckhead neighborhood. Police issued a warrant, and Gibson was instructed to surrender by Sept. 26, but he has not complied. Fulton County Captain Nicole Dwyer confirmed multiple prior complaints about the large dogs roaming loose before the attack that killed the five-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Henry. Gibson's attorney, Gabe Banks, stated his client is cooperating, and the dogs have been rehomed. Banks expressed sympathy for the family whose pet died from puncture wounds and internal bleeding. Dwyer told reporters Gibson has known about the warrant for more than a week...
Shaq denies dating model, offers to date your mom
Shaquille O'Neal denied dating influencer Sophie Rain after photographs from her 21st birthday celebration sparked speculation on social media. The 53-year-old former NBA player responded to TikToker Noah Glenn Carter's video, stating that he does not pursue relationships with women that young. Rain had posted an image of herself in front of O'Neal at the party, accompanied by a caption. O'Neal later removed additional comments that dismissed the romance rumors and addressed the content creator directly. The athlete has faced similar internet speculation before and rejected claims last year after a viral photograph showed a man who resembled him. O'Neal divorced Shaunie Henderson in 2011 and has acknowledged uncertainty about...
Kardashians sue Ray J over his federal RICO fantasy
Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner filed a defamation lawsuit against Ray J after he suggested the pair could face federal racketeering charges. The singer made the claims in TMZ Presents: United States v. Sean Combs and repeated them on a livestream with Chrisean Rock. The complaint states no federal investigation exists and accuses Ray J of exploiting his former relationship with Kardashian for attention. Attorney Alex Spiro confirmed this marks the first defamation suit filed by either woman. The lawsuit describes Ray J's statements as blatantly false and harmful to their reputations. Ray J stated on a recent livestream that federal authorities would pursue RICO charges against the mother and daughter. The legal filing emphasizes that...
ADP report signals end of the road for U.S. jobs
Private-sector employment declined by 32,000 positions in September, according to ADP data, representing the steepest contraction since early 2023. The federal government shutdown prevented the Bureau of Labor Statistics from releasing its official employment figures, leaving analysts without comprehensive labor market information. Leisure, hospitality, and construction sectors experienced the most significant hiring slowdowns after leading job growth earlier in the year. Small businesses demonstrated particular reluctance to expand their workforces. Economists acknowledge that ADP reports sometimes diverge from government statistics, but the September figures have intensified concerns about economic momentum as 2025 draws to a close...
Young Thug is jailhouse shrink for Drake, Future
Young Thug confirmed his attempts to reconcile Drake and Future on a livestream with Adin Ross. The rapper referenced his song Miss My Dogs, which mentions efforts to unite Drake, Metro Boomin, and Future. He presented text messages that proved he had pursued this goal while incarcerated, and emphasized that the lyrical content reflected actual events rather than fabrication. Thug expressed frustration about the current hip-hop landscape, stating that excessive pride and competition have hindered artist collaboration. He noted that some of the genre's most successful tracks resulted from partnerships between rappers who now maintain distance. The Atlanta artist suggested these obstacles contributed to his consideration of stepping away...
Robbery victim GloRilla cuffed for marijuana
GloRilla accused Georgia authorities of mishandling her case after officials charged the rapper with felony marijuana possession following a home invasion at her Forsyth County residence in July. Three armed intruders broke into the property while she performed in Indianapolis for WNBA All-Star Weekend, but law enforcement arrested her instead of prioritizing the robbery investigation. Attorney Drew Findling confirmed thieves stole more than $700,000 in items from the Memphis native's home, and a family member fired shots at the fleeing suspects before deputies arrived. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office initially recognized GloRilla and her relatives as victims, but prosecutors issued arrest warrants within 24 hours of the break-in...
Texas train obliterates dancer Joshua Allen
Joshua Allen, the Season 4 winner of So You Think You Can Dance, died after a train struck him near his residence in Texas on Tuesday. Fort Worth authorities transported the 35-year-old dancer to a hospital, but he was pronounced dead. A relative told TMZ that Allen prioritized faith and authenticity, emphasizing the importance of maintaining personal integrity before connecting with others. The Fort Worth Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Gotti says Ashanti's grief was just a text
Chris Gotti expressed frustration with Ashanti's response to the death of his brother, Irv Gotti, on The Breakfast Club this week. He stated that a text message from the singer felt insufficient given their shared history at Murder Inc. Chris emphasized his role in establishing Ashanti's career at the label, and said he expected a personal phone call rather than written communication. Ashanti had previously told Angie Martinez on the IRL podcast that she attempted reconciliation with Irv Gotti before his death. She indicated a desire to move past previous conflicts and rebuild their professional relationship. Chris Gotti's comments reveal unresolved tensions within Murder Inc. that persist despite the passage of years. The singer has...
Jailed Young Thug says he was dumped, but has a girl
Young Thug confirmed his breakup with Mariah the Scientist on a live stream with Adin Ross on Tuesday. The rapper stated that he had broken up with her, but he still considers her his girlfriend, although she likely does not view him as her boyfriend. Speculation about their relationship intensified after leaked jailhouse calls revealed conversations with other women, which reportedly embarrassed Mariah the Scientist. One leaked recording captured Young Thug claiming a photo of another woman at his residence was old, but evidence showed it was taken shortly before his arrest in May 2022. Another call featured him expressing love to a different woman, and he asked about her plans for children. Mariah the Scientist was recently seen with...
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