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The year women ran Atlanta rap's scene -- and made it fun again
ATLANTA — It all started with one song.
“Whim Whamiee,” performed by budding Atlanta rappers Pluto and YK Niece was released in February. The song’s undeniable it-girl attitude, cocky flair and funny lyrics (“Put some Lulu on this butt, Lululemon”) gained traction this spring, dominating TikTok timelines and entering the Billboard ...Read more
Maris is pop music's next 'Mega Star.' It's written all over her face
LOS ANGELES — Nearly 10 years ago, high school student Maris pulled up to Missoula, Montana's Rockin Rudy's record store in her '05 Chevy Impala, a plastic bin full of burned CDs in tow.
At 16, the budding singer-songwriter was convinced that unless she wrote and produced an album on her own, she'd never be a real artist. So she recorded a ...Read more
Best and worst Netflix Christmas movies of 2025
Once again, it’s time to festoon ourselves with garlands, fire up the twinkle lights and examine the very special cinematic universe that is Netflix Christmas movies. This year brings four new ones, filled with holiday sweaters and adorable, if sparsely stocked, retail establishments (seriously, this is sort of a theme). And I watched and ...Read more
A Broadway star is born: June Squibb takes the lead at 96
NEW YORK — June Squibb, an old pro when it comes to dealing with the theatrical press, was in place for her interview at the kitchen table. The Upper West Side apartment, where she's staying while starring in the Broadway play "Marjorie Prime," was overrun with birthday flowers.
Three days earlier, Squibb turned 96. She spent the day ...Read more
Television Q&A: Has ABC series realized its 'High Potential' for season?
You have questions. I have some answers.
Q: Is “High Potential” over for the season or what? It seems to have just abruptly disappeared.
A: We’re at the point in the TV season where shows often take extended breaks to save episodes and make room for holiday programming. Unfortunately, this confuses many viewers, and networks announcing �...Read more
Scott Wolf drops restraining order against estranged wife
Scott Wolf has dropped his restraining order against his estranged wife.
The Party of Five actor split from Kelley Wolf in June after 21 years of marriage, and a few weeks later, he applied for a restraining order against the 49-year-old star, but on Wednesday (03.12.25), a court in Utah granted his oral request to dismiss the amended temporary...Read more
King Charles doesn't want to leave grandchildren with 'ghastly legacy of horror'
King Charles doesn't want his grandchildren to "accuse" him of failing to help save the planet.
The 78-year-old monarch - who has sons Princes William and Harry with late ex-wife Princess Diana - is a staunch environmentalist and he admitted his work on the dangers of climate change is driven by not wanting to leave the younger generations with...Read more
Jason Kelce recalls 'absolutely devastating' pregnancy loss
Jason Kelce credits sport for helping navigate the "absolutely devastating" period when his wife suffered a miscarriage.
The former NFL star - who has daughters Wyatt, six, Elliotte, four, Bennett, two, and Finn, eight months with spouse Kylie Kelce -was "overcome with grief and emotion" when the podcaster lost their first child back in 2018, ...Read more
Kathy Hilton's husband fired shotgun as burglars smashed into their home
Kathy Hilton's husband Richard Hilton brandished a shotgun as burglars invaded their home.
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star said he fired the weapon during his run-in with the three men, who smashed their way into their Los Angeles, California, home in November, via a window in the kitchen.
The terrifying ordeal happened when Kathy - ...Read more
Rick Hilton confronted would-be burglars with shotgun
Rick Hilton confronted would-be burglars with a shotgun when they invaded his home.
The 70-year-old businessman was home alone in Los Angeles, California, last month when three men allegedly smashed their way into the property via a kitchen window but showed no fear as he faced the would-be thieves with a weapon in his hand.
His wife Kathy ...Read more
Steve Cropper, Booker T and the MG's guitarist, dies aged 84
Legendary guitarist, songwriter and producer Steve Cropper, who helped shape the Stax Records sound, has passed away at 84.
A statement released by his family confirmed the news, saying Cropper died peacefully in Nashville on Wednesday (03.12.25).
It began: "Steve was a beloved musician, songwriter, and producer whose extraordinary talent ...Read more
Ozzy Osbourne posthumously honoured with Birmingham's Lord Mayor's Award
Ozzy Osbourne was posthumously honoured with Birmingham's Lord Mayor's Award on Wednesday (03.12.25).
The award, one of the city's highest civic recognitions, was presented to members of the Osbourne family on what would have been the late Black Sabbath frontman's 77th birthday.
In a video message, his daughter, Kelly Osbourne, 41, said: "I ...Read more
Horror icon James Wan on board for new Paranormal Activity film
James Wan is producing a new Paranormal Activity film.
The horror movie icon - best known for his work on franchises like Insidious and The Conjuring - is joining one of the paranormal genres most significant series after his Atomic Monster company merged with Jason Blum's Blumhouse studio.
As revealed by The Hollywood Reporter, the eight film...Read more
Tara Reid stands by claims she was 'drugged' in hotel bar despite police finding no evidence
Tara Reid still "believes she was drugged" despite police saying there is no video evidence.
The 50-year-old actress had alleged last month she was drugged by a stranger after having just one drink at a hotel in Rosemont, near Chicago, on November 23 before being taken out on a stretcher and hospitalised.
The Rosemont Public Safety Department ...Read more
Kim Kardashian tearfully reveals Kanye West thought she 'faked' her Paris robbery
Kim Kardashian was heartbroken when Kanye West claimed she "faked" her Paris robbery in 2016.
The 45-year-old star returned to Paris earlier this year to testify in the trial around the terrifying armed robbery almost a decade ago, and she has revealed even her ex-husband was sceptical about whether or not the heist actually happened.
Speaking...Read more
Matthew Perry's doctor sentenced to 30 months in prison over Friends actor's death
Matthew Perry's doctor Salvador Placencia has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison over his death.
The late Friends actor died from accidental drowning caused by the acute effects of ketamine use in October 2023, aged 54, and Dr. Placencia was one of five people convicted of crimes relating to his passing.
On Wednesday (03.12.25), he ...Read more
Kylie Jenner undergoes stem cell treatment
Kylie Jenner has undergone stem cell therapy to ease her back pain.
The 28-year-old reality star- who has Stormi, seven, and Aire, three, with ex-partner Travis Scott - has been in constant discomfort since her last pregnancy but is feeling much better after following her half-sister Kim Kardashian in having the treatment, which uses stem cells...Read more
Scarlett Johansson to star in The Batman Part II
Scarlett Johansson is set to star in The Batman Part II.
The 41-year-old actress - who has played Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) for almost a decade - is reportedly in talks with DC Studios and director Matt Reeves for a part in the upcoming comic book tale, which will see the return of Robert Pattinson as the Caped Crusader...Read more
Ellie Goulding brings forward album release date
Ellie Goulding has brought forward the release of her next album.
The Destiny singer had been planning to put out her sixth record, the follow-up to 2023's Higher Than Heaven, late next year but now she is expecting a baby with partner Beau Minniear, the record will hit shelves at some point in the first three months of 2026.
A source told The...Read more











