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(ThyBlackMan.com) NBA YoungBoy, one of the most polarizing and prolific figures in rap today, is making headlines yet again—not for his explosive music career, but for updates on his ongoing legal saga. Known for his raw lyrics and tumultuous life story, YoungBoy (born Kentrell Gaulden) has spent the last several years in and out of the courtroom. Most recently, his fans were delighted to learn that his latest prison sentence […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The year 2025 has started with a bang in the music industry, but not for the reasons Travis Scott, Future, and SZA might have hoped for. The trio has found themselves embroiled in a copyright lawsuit over their 2023 collaboration “Telekinesis,” a track featured on Scott’s highly anticipated Utopia album. The suit, filed by Roc Nation artist Victory Boyd, alleges that “Telekinesis” borrows heavily from her 2019 song “Like […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In the midst of Los Angeles’ most devastating wildfire season, R&B sensation Chris Brown has stepped forward to advocate for incarcerated firefighters risking their lives on the frontlines. With nearly 800 prisoners joining professional first responders to tackle the raging infernos, Brown believes these unsung heroes deserve more than just a pat on the back—they deserve justice in the form of reduced prison sentences. His bold stance has reignited […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Some followers of Christ abandoned him when he asked them to eat his flesh and blood. In the book of John 6:53-69 we see some of them choosing to leave rather than follow Jesus when he told them that they would have to do this in order to live forever. In verse 60, many of them, on hearing this said, “This is hard teaching, who can accept it? Many […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In the world of entertainment, rumors and allegations have a way of spreading like wildfire, especially when they involve some of the industry’s most prominent figures. Sean “Diddy” Combs, the legendary music mogul and founder of Bad Boy Records, is no stranger to controversy. However, recent claims by ex-Bad Boy rapper Chopper, who rose to fame as part of MTV’s Making the Band, have once again thrust Diddy into […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) This week, DJ Akademiks stirred up a storm in the entertainment world, offering some explosive allegations regarding two of the biggest names in the game: Drake and LeBron James. With the two men already making headlines over their strained friendship, DJ Akademiks added fuel to the fire with shocking accusations that could change the way fans view their longstanding bond. For years, both Drake and LeBron James have been […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) After President-elect Donald Trump leaned on dissident Republican U.S House members and strong-armed the reelection of Speaker Mike Johnson, congressional Democrats — and Republicans — marveled at Trump’s power and influence. When the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Colorado could not prevent Trump from appearing on that state’s primary, Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), a member of the House Jan. 6 Committee, remained defiant. On CNN, Raskin said: “I […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) (***) “Every being has a place in the circle of life,” and “No more kings, we are all one.” Those lines of dialogue sum up the two major themes of this entertaining prequel/sequel. It’s the successor to 2019’s photorealistic/animated The Lion King ($1.6B international box office), which was the live-action version of the 1994 traditionally animated The Lion King ($981M). Anyone guessing what this chapter’s box office receipts will be, needs to consider the […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The world of collegiate sports was rocked recently when Louisiana State Police issued an arrest warrant for former LSU standout receiver Kyren Lacy. The 24-year-old athlete, once hailed as a rising star on the football field, now finds himself at the center of a legal firestorm that has sparked heated debates across social media and within the Black community. According to authorities, Lacy is accused of causing a devastating […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Income and employment verification are critical steps in the personal loan disbursement process, protecting both the lender and the borrower. Ensuring that the necessary documentation is accurate and complete can also help streamline the loan approval process. How do income and employment verification protect you? Income and employment verification serve a dual purpose: safeguarding both the bank and the borrower. Lenders evaluate your income level and employment status to […]