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The police shooting of slain teen Michael Brown has inspired protests in Ferguson and other cities across the nation. There are civil rights campaigns going on that are urging civilians and the political sphere to petition for new laws that aid in police brutality and misconduct.

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There are certain titled (think: Madden, Grand Theft Auto, etc.) that both gamers and non-gamers check for. By the looks of its latest gameplay trailer, be sure to add Destiny to that list.

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Jeezy is rolling out his upcoming album, Seen It All: The Autobiography, rather seamlessly. After an appearance on The Combat Jack Show, the CTE World rapper debuts a visual for his Future-assisted track, “No Tears.”

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Love & Hip Hop breakout star K. Michelle drops The Rebellious Soul Musical, episode one.

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 Ty Dolla $ign has a mixtape and his debut album on the way, but that’s only the tip of the iceberg when referencing his plans. During a recent interview with Devi Dev of Houston’s 93.7 The Beat, the singer-songwriter spoke about an unexpected project with Rich Homie Quan and an upcoming album with YG and DJ […]

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The flash and pizzazz of Harlem and Cam’ron are synonymous. Considering that, it’s no surprise that the rapper would have an entirely different take on the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.

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St. Louis Police Chief Sam Dotson wanted to avoid another case of witness speculation over the shooting and killing of Kajieme Powell, the defiant 25-year-old who cops gunned down after they say he came at them with a knife.

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That damn 50 Cent. The Breakfast Club shared audio of Floyd Mayweather attempting to record a radio drop for Power 105, and his reading skills were on full struggle.

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A top official from Hamas has publicly announced that the group did kidnap and kill three Israeli teens this past June, which was the impetus for the current conflict in the region. Although Hamas has hailed the slaying, this is the first time it has come forth to claim responsibility.

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Hours after Governor Jay Nixon announced that the National Guard would begin to pull out Thursday night (August 21), another fairly peaceful night took place in Ferguson, Missouria.

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Nick Cannon has confirmed that he and his wife, Mariah Carey, have been living separately for months. Also, it turns out that Carey has made it clear that’s all he can say because if he mentions anything about their forthcoming divorce, he’ll be promptly penalized financially. 

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The Weeknd returned with braggadocio in tow on his new single, “Often.” For added measure, the Canadian singer–songwriter bring the song to life onscreen in a new visual.