Back to the Basics: J. Cole Connects With Students on “Trunk Sale Tour”
J. Cole is making his rounds to colleges on a “Trunk Sale Tour” following the release of his long awaited album, “The Fall-Off”. The Grammy awarded rapper is selling copies of “The Fall-Off” out of his Honda Civic.
All-Black Punk Pop Band Makes History
The Paradox, an all-Black punk pop band from Atlanta, GA has made history as the first all-Black band to have a #1 hit on the Billboard Alternative Airplay chart.
Independent-ish
‘Iron Lung’ an independent film created by the YouTuber ‘Markiplier’ has dominated the box office for two consecutive weeks. Some are questioning if it is a true ‘indie’ film, given its high profile director.
Wuthering Heights in Turmoil Ahead of Race Controversy
“Wuthering Heights” film controversy heightens as the director is accused of whitewashing the male protagonist ahead of release.
The Grammy’s 2026
The Recording Academy handed out trophies to the biggest names in music at the 2026 Grammy Awards on Sunday night.
Basketball Wives Will Not Be Returning
Basketball Wives will not return after twelve seasons, disappointing fans. Premiering 16 years ago in 2010 on VH1, Basketball Wives followed the lives and friendships of current and former NBA basketball wives and girlfriends. Locations for the show included Miami, Florida, and Los Angeles, California. The show was created and executive-produced by Shaunie Henderson, basketball icon Shaquille O’Neal’s ex-wife and the mother of his kids.
Actress Catherine O’Hara Dies At 71
Legendary actress Catherine O’Hara, most known for her roles in the “Home Alone” franchise, “Schitt’s Creek” and “Beetlejuice” has passed away at the age of 71.
"The Most Boring Episode Of Succession" - A Melania Movie Review
According to an article from Benzinga, the Melania documentary reportedly cost around $75 million dollars to produce, as Amazon-MGM Studios spent $40 million to purchase the rights to the project, and the titular First Lady raked in at least another $28 million from the studio. The documentary then grossed seven million dollars domestically and $78,002 dollars internationally during its opening weekend. As of February 5, 2026, the film has still made under ten million.
Summer Walker Releases 'Finally Over It', The Final Installment In The "Over It" Trilogy
Summer Walker released her third studio album, “Finally Over It,” on November 14th. The album signifies the end of the Over It trilogy, preceded by “Over It” and “Still Over It.
Media Giant MSNBC Rebrands to MS NOW
The left-leaning news source MSNBC has fully rebranded to MS NOW after a split with their parent company, Comcast. The news giant is moving to a new parent company known as Versant, which will soon be publicly traded and plans to take many other NBCUniversal cable networks under its wing.
Ariana Grande Attacked At ‘Wicked: For Good’ Premiere in Singapore
Singer and actress Ariana Grande was recently bombarded by a fan at the ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere in Singapore on Thursday, Nov. 14.
Outkast Inducted Into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame And Celebrated By Artists
Legendary hip-hop duo Outkast was celebrated at the annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony as new inductees on Saturday, Nov. 8.
Kris Jenner’s Star-Studded 70th Birthday Sparks Praise and Criticism
Kris Jenner celebrated her 70th birthday party in Jeff Bezos's $165 million mansion, surrounded by a star-studded guest list on November 8th.
K-POP Shows out In 2026 Grammy Nominations
The Recording Academy announced the 2026 Grammy nominations early this month, with Kendrick Lamar leading the pack with nine nominations. Lady Gaga and producers Cirkut and Jack Antonoff followed close behind with seven nominations, while Bad Bunny, Leon Thomas, and Sabrina Carpenter each earned six. Several artists have also earned five including Doechii, Sza, Tyler the Creator, and many more, per People Magazine.
‘Wicked’ and more hit the big screen
Emerald City will be back on screen soon “defying gravity” once again in the second Wicked movie, “Wicked: For Good” on November 21. The two main characters Elphaba and Glinda, played by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, will serenade viewers once again, and it’s “going to be popular!”
Dance Moms Star, Nia Sioux, Releases New Memoir
Former “Dance Moms” star Nia Sioux is leaping into her truth in her new memoir, Bottom of the Pyramid.
Rap Songs Fail to Appear in Billboard’s Top 40 For the First Time in 35 Years
History was made the week of Halloween after no rap songs appeared in the top 40 on Billboard’s Hot 100 List.
The news comes after Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s 13-week number 1 hit song “luther” fell off the Hot 100 on October 25, according to Billboard.
Billie Eilish Calls Out Billionaires and Donates $11.5 Million
Billie Eilish doesn’t shy away from speaking her mind.
As the singer accepted the Music Innovator Award at the Magazine Innovator Awards hosted by the Wall Street Journal, she directly addressed billionaires and advised them to donate their money to those in need.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Transferred to New Jersey Prison as Appeal Moves Forward
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been transferred to Fort Dix, a low-security federal prison in New Jersey. In May, Combs was convicted of sex trafficking charges, and requested he serve his 50-month (just over four-years) prison sentence at the Fort Dix facility to take advantage of its drug treatment program and to be close to his family.