Heart Hayes: Final Season, First Walk
Weeks after the final season of Tyler Perry’s Atlanta-shot “All The Queen’s Men” premiered, Heart Hayes took her first real walk down the BET Awards red carpet—and the timing told a story of its own. LOS ANGELES · PEACOCK THEATER · JUNE 28, 2026 It has been a defining summer for Heart Hayes. On June…
Rising R&B Artist Sofia Ly Releases New Single “Olé”
Rising R&B artist Sofia Ly has released her new single, “Olé,” now available on all major streaming platforms. The song is her first new music since “FIYAH,” featuring Skillibeng, and marks the next step for the 20-year-old Montreal-born singer and songwriter. “Olé” combines modern R&B with global influences, featuring catchy melodies and Sofia’s smooth vocals….
LeBron James To Leave Lakers, Enter NBA Free Agency
LeBron James will not return to the Los Angeles Lakers, ending an eight-season run with the franchise as he prepares to continue his NBA career with another team, according to statements released Tuesday by his agent, Rich Paul, and the Lakers. Paul said James informed the organization early in the free agency period that he…
NBA Sets $164.961 Million Salary Cap for 2026-27 Season Ahead of Free Agency
The NBA has set the salary cap for the 2026-27 season at $164.961 million, the league announced Wednesday, establishing the financial framework for free agency and roster building across the league. The league also announced that the luxury tax threshold for the upcoming season will be $200.428 million. Both figures took effect at 12:01 a.m….
Judge Denies Milagro Gramz’s Bid to Delay $75,000 Payment to Megan Thee Stallion
A federal judge has denied blogger Milagro Elizabeth Cooper, known online as Milagro Gramz, a request to halt enforcement of a $75,000 judgment awarded to rapper Megan Thee Stallion while Cooper pursues an appeal, clearing the way for the judgment to be collected. In an order issued Monday, U.S. District Judge Cecilia M. Altonaga rejected…
Timbaland Reignites Feud With Indie Rapper Rian Wyld as AI Dispute Escalates
Music producer Timbaland has reignited his public feud with independent rapper Rian Wyld, renewing a dispute centered on artificial intelligence, artist rights, and the future of music creation. According to Wyld, the producer returned to the comments section of one of her videos, prompting her to accuse him of “crashing out” again and renewing their…
NY AG Letitia James Announces 13 Convicted in Gun and Drug Trafficking Ring in New York City
Thirteen people have been convicted and sentenced for their roles in a gun and drug trafficking ring that brought assault-style weapons, ghost guns, cocaine, and ammunition into New York City, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Monday. The final three defendants — Anthony Ortiz Vasquez, Hector Vasquez, and Kiara Rodriguez — were sentenced after…
Teyana Taylor Leads Winners as Tributes and Performances Mark 2026 BET Awards
Teyana Taylor emerged as the night’s top honoree at the 2026 BET Awards, capping a ceremony that celebrated music, film, sports, and Black culture with tributes, performances, and career recognition. Taylor won four awards, including Icon of the Year, Best Actress, Video Director of the Year, and the Fashion Vanguard Award. Janet Jackson presented the…
