Darius Clark Sets 53-Inch Vertical Jump Record at Fanatics Fest
Darius Clark set a world record for the vertical jump with a 53-inch leap Sunday during Fanatics Fest, drawing a roar from the crowd and a cash award from Shaquille O’Neal. Clark’s jump came during an event staged by DUNKMAN, a new professional dunk league backed by O’Neal, Authentic Brands Group, and TNT Sports. O’Neal,…
PETA Protests Ashanti Concert at SeaWorld San Diego with Yacht and Rally
Animal rights activists with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, or PETA, staged demonstrations Sunday outside and behind SeaWorld San Diego during a concert by singer Ashanti, criticizing the marine park’s treatment of dolphins and whales. A group of PETA supporters gathered outside the park carrying signs that read, “Ashanti: No Dolphin is Happy…
From “Bodak Yellow” to “Spend Dat,” J White Did It Says Producing is More Than Just Making Beats
In an industry where hits come and go like fast weather, J White Did It stands as one of the rare producers whose fingerprints don’t just mark a record—they redefine an era. From the seismic shock of “Bodak Yellow” to the cultural takeover of “Savage” and the emotional weight of “A Lot,” his catalog reads…
Boosie Badazz Seeks $300,000 Refund From Lobbyists After Failed Trump Pardon Effort
Rapper Boosie Badazz is seeking to recover $300,000 from a Washington lobbying firm after a bid to secure a presidential pardon from President Donald Trump failed, according to court filings and published reports. Boosie, whose legal name is Torrence Ivy Hatch Jr., entered into an agreement in 2025 with Washington-based JM Burkman & Associates, paying…
Director Jai Harris Pushes the Boundaries of AI Filmmaking With “Mirrored America: ReBirth of a Nation”
Director Jai Harris is bringing an unconventional vision to the screen with “Mirrored America: ReBirth of a Nation,” a feature film that blends speculative fiction, social commentary, and emerging production technology into a story designed for the vertical 9:16 format. Harris wrote, directed, and produced the project as a solo filmmaker, creating the feature through…
Nas Performs at Tequila Don Julio 1942, Noble 33 FIFA World Cup 2026 Finals Week Celebration
Tequila Don Julio 1942 and Noble 33 hosted an invitation-only waterfront event Thursday night as part of FIFA World Cup 2026 Finals Week programming, bringing together athletes, entertainers, and other guests at the Tequila Don Julio 1942 Port of Champions at Pier 59. The event drew attendees from sports, entertainment, fashion, and culture, including rapper…
NYC LOVE Event to Celebrate 1990s Hip-Hop and R&B Culture in Manhattan
Renowned event organizers Tammy Ford, Aria F. Wright, and June Garcia are inviting New Yorkers to relive the music, fashion, and culture of the 1990s with a one-night event celebrating the era’s influence on hip-hop and R&B. “NYC LOVE,” scheduled for Friday, July 31, at Casa CeCe in Manhattan, is being promoted as a tribute…
Martian Blueberry Announces Animated Film Inspired by XXXTentacion at Dream Con 2026
Award-winning Black-owned animation studio Martian Blueberry is partnering with The XXXTentacion Estate to bring the late artist’s creative vision to the screen with “Make Out Hill,” an original animated feature inspired by his life and legacy. The project will be officially unveiled during Dream Con 2026, where the studio’s co-founders, Love and Carl Jones, will…
