Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” is one of the greatest diss tracks of all time. The scathing song aimed at Drake has become a global phenomenon as it has received airplay at clubs and sporting events. Although it was released in May 2024, “Not Like Us” is still setting new records. The song’s latest accolade is that it broke the record for being the longest rap song to chart on the Billboard 100, according to the NFR Podcast. Produced by Mustard, “Not Like Us” has spent several weeks at the number one spot, and it spent almost a full year in the Top 10. Currently, “Not Like Us” is in the  23 spot on the Billboard Hot 100. Additionally, “Not Like Us” the longest-running number one hit on the Billboard Hot Rap Songs chart, surpassing Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road”.  Kendrick Lamar breaks Kendrick Lamar’s record (again) for HIGHEST-GROSSING show ever by a Rapper — ($14.81M) 60, 941 total tickets were sold at his show in Seattle. pic.twitter.com/2BDyNWDe7n — NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast) May 20, 2025 Previously, “Not Like Us” won five Grammy Awards at the 2025 ceremony, including Song of the Year and Record of the Year. The song also won Best Rap Performance, Best Rap Song, and Best Music Video. This marks a significant win for hip-hop, as only one other rap song If that’s not impressive enough,  Lamar broke his own record (again) for the highest-grossing show ever by a rapper, raking in $ 14.81 M. In total, 60, 941 total tickets were sold at the show featuring SZA  at Lumen Field in Seattle. In their review of the show, the Seattle Times described the performance as a “grand-scale presentation of vintage hip-hop storytelling from the Pulitzer Prize winner before a spellbound crowd the size of Bothell.”

Denzel Washington has received many accolades in his illustrious career. But he was surprised to be honored with the Honorary Palme d’Or at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. First ipresented in 2002, the special award recognizes the lifetime achievements of prominent figures in cinema. While in attendance at the premiere of his latest film, Highest 2 Lowest, along with Spike Lee, who presented the award, and other cast members, Washington was overcome with emotions as he accepted the prestigious award. “Sit down, please,” Washington told the audience that gave him a thunderous round of applause.”This is a total surprise for me so I’m a little emotional, but from the bottom of my heart, I thank you all. It was a great opportunity to collaborate with my brother once again — brother from another mother, Spike.” “To be here once again in Cannes, you know, we’re a very privileged group in this room that we get to make movies and wear tuxedos and nice clothes and dress up and get paid for it as well,” Washington continued. “You know, we’re just blessed beyond measure, I’m blessed beyond measure, and from the bottom of my heart, I thank you all. Thank you.” Cannes just surprised an emotional Denzel Washington with an honorary Palme d’Or pic.twitter.com/6lUODgwKHf — Kyle Buchanan (@kylebuchanan) May 19, 2025 Regarded as one of the greatest actors of all-time, Washington has won two Academy Awards, three Golden Globes, a Screen Actors Guild Award, a Tony, and several NAACP Image Awards. In his immense filmography, Highest 2 Lowest is Washington’s fifth collaboration with Lee. Their previous films include Mo’ Better Blues (1990), Malcolm X (1992), He Got Game (1998), and Inside Man (2006). The official synopsis of the film reads: “When a titan music mogul widely known as having the ‘best ears in the business,’ is targeted with a ransom plot, he is jammed up in a life-or-death moral dilemma.” Highest 2 Lowest premieres in select theaters Aug. 22 and releases on Apple TV+ Sept. 5.

Diddy’s legal troubles continue to mount as newly released court documents reveal what federal agents say they found in his New York City hotel room at the time of his arrest last fall. The images, now part of official court exhibits, were taken during the September 16, 2024, raid at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Manhattan where the music mogul was staying. According to Department of Homeland Security agent Yasin Binda, agents entered Diddy’s suite and discovered a number of questionable items. One of the most talked-about discoveries was an orange prescription bottle containing two clear plastic bags filled with a pink substance. Lab tests reportedly showed that one bag contained ketamine, while the other tested positive for both MDMA and ketamine. These items were shown in court, and jurors were given the opportunity to examine them firsthand during testimony. In addition to the drugs, Binda testified that authorities recovered a fanny pack filled with $9,000 in cash. A photograph of the pack and the money was included in the court documents. Also found in the room was a prescription bottle for clonazepam made out to “Frank Black,” a name Cassie has previously said was an alias used by Diddy. Jurors were also shown photos of personal items, including bottles of Astroglide lubricant and Johnson’s baby oil. The government says all of these items were collected as part of their investigation. Diddy was taken into custody after being indicted by a grand jury. TMZ released video of the arrest that shows him walking into the hotel lobby wearing a black trench coat just moments before agents swarmed him. The latest court filings provide a closer look at what investigators claim to have uncovered, as the case against Diddy moves forward in federal court.

The federal trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs continued Monday with emotional testimony from singer and former Danity Kane member Dawn Richard. Taking the stand in Manhattan, Richard described a high-pressure environment where fear and silence allegedly followed those closest to the music mogul. Speaking calmly but firmly, she recalled moments that, in her words, left lasting emotional scars. One of the most striking accounts came from a 2009 breakfast at Diddy’s home, where Richard said he threw a hot pan of eggs at his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura during a heated argument. She testified that afterward, she and another bandmate were locked in a room and later sent flowers. Richard also claimed Diddy once threatened her life if she ever spoke publicly about what she had seen. Witnesses Describe Drugs, Firearms, and Alleged Abuse in Diddy’s Circle Richard said that drugs and firearms were frequently present in Diddy’s home, identifying a supplier only as “One Stop.” The steady flow of narcotics and access to weapons, she testified, created an atmosphere of control that made speaking out feel dangerous. According to her, those in Diddy’s circle were expected to stay quiet—both for their safety and their careers. Earlier in the day, Keri Morgan, a longtime friend and former assistant to Cassie, also took the stand. Her testimony focused on Diddy’s relationship with Cassie and included allegations of verbal and physical abuse she claims to have witnessed. Though Morgan and Richard offered different perspectives, both painted a portrait of a private world where power and control allegedly went unchecked. Diddy’s attorneys challenged both testimonies during cross-examination, questioning inconsistencies and suggesting personal or professional fallout may have influenced their statements. The Bad Boy founder has denied all accusations and pleaded not guilty to charges including sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and witness intimidation. The trial continues this week, with more witnesses expected to testify as the courtroom battle over Diddy’s legacy—and legal future—intensifies.

Paul George is not a fan of Chris Paul. Formerly close friends, the two are no longer on the same page. Appearing on an episode of The Pivot podcast, George spoke about how everything changed between him and Paul. “I just know that I’ve had friendships, personal relationships with guys,” George said. “It’s one thing to build a relationship, then you get on the court and start saying wild shit. Like, damn, have you always felt this way?” “My feelings were hurt with that, I thought we was tighter than that,” George continued. “And then we get between these lines and certain words were thrown out that I didn’t expect from you.” George then shared about his former friendship with Chris Paul.  “I was talking to CP. He was the reason I got Lasik. I would work out with CP in the summers. It was a brotherhood,” he said. Paul George says he used to have a very close relationship with Chris Paul until Chris Paul said something out of pocket to him on the basketball court and now he feels like it’s on sight whenever he has a regular season matchup with Chris Paul pic.twitter.com/BkTvP67jZN — Ahmed/The Ears/IG: BigBizTheGod (@big_business_) May 17, 2025 Everything went left doing a playoff series when they competed against each other, George said. “We get into a series, and words get thrown out there. Hold on, what? Where did this come from?”, he explained. George then expressed that when he sees Paul, it’s on.  “It is what it is. It’s up whenever I see him,” George said. On Podcast P, George’s pod, he first shared that there were issues between him and Paul. “I’m not the fondest of CP these days,” George said. “Me and CP used to have a great relationship. He was the reason I got LASIK.” “Now, fast forward, I think it was a playoff matchup against Phoenix, or it was a regular season game. Can’t remember which one it was, but we get into it,” he continued.”Words were thrown out there that shouldn’t be thrown out there between two men. That kind of just drew the line for me.”

Megan Thee Stallion has called out Tory Lanez for claiming that Kelsey Harris shot her during that infamous incident. Taking to TikTok, Megan had time to let everyone know how she feels about Lanez, referring to him as “Demon.”  “At what point are yall gonna stop making me have to re live being shot BY TORY !? At what point are Tory and yall FANS gonna stop lying?,” her post read. “ Like, how much is the check to keep harassing me? Why is this happening EVERY DAY?” “One min him/ yall said I was never shot now yall letting him play in yall face AGAIN and say I was shot but it wasn’t him oh okay… ?!” she continued. “I’m sick of this shit LEAVE ME TF ALONE!!!! HE AINT DARE GET ON THAT STAND AND DENY HE SHOT ME AND THAT WAS HIS CHOICE BECAUSE HE KNOWS HE DID THAT SHIT! IDGAF ABT A BLOG OR A BOT!!! WHY IN TF WOULD ME … MEGAN THEE STALLION HAVE TO LIE ON THIS MF ABT SHOOTING ME!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by HOT 97 (@hot97) In the post, Megan continued to call out Lanez’s denial of shooting her.  “FACTS ARE FACTS, he did it, it was PROVEN IN COURT fuck the hate campaign on the internet TORY YOU SHOT ME !! Ain’t no new fucking evidence yall been saying the same shit for years,” the post continued. Concluding the post, she asked that Lanez leave her alone. Last week, Alex Spiro, has released a statement about Tory Lanez’s attorneys reportedly having evidence that proves Megan was shot by Kelsey Harris. In August 2023, Lanez was tried and convicted by a jury of his peers and his case was properly adjudicated through the court system. This is not a political matter — this is a case of a violent assault that was resolved in the court of law,” the statement read.

Beyoncé’s influence seems to know no bounds. A few weeks back, Goodwill of North Georgia launched a limited-edition pop-up section inspired by the singer’s Cowboy Carter album and tour. Beginning on May 9, select Goodwill stores across the Atlanta metro area, debuted “Cowboy Goodwill” — a featured section showcasing western wear, including fringe, rhinestones, cowboy hats, denim, and more. With Atlanta being one of the last stops on Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour, the popular thrift store chain sought to help concertgoers prepare before the upcoming show. Following her performance in Atlanta at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium — which will take place from July 10 to 14 —the CECRED founder will close out her tour at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. View this post on Instagram A post shared by PEERLESS (@peerlessmagazine) Beyoncé Claps Back At Sphere With Petty Tour Edit In other news, Beyoncé handled a recent legal jab with the kind of flawless pettiness only she can deliver. After receiving a cease and desist letter from James Dolan, owner of the Las Vegas Sphere, the superstar made a slick change to her Cowboy Carter tour visuals, and fans were living for it. The issue? Beyoncé used an animated version of the Sphere in one of her interludes, where she’s shown picking up the venue and looming over it. “Beyoncé — many orders of magnitude larger than the Sphere venue — leans over, picks up the venue, and looms over it,” wrote attorney Kathleen McCarthy in a statement obtained by The Blast. McCarthy added that the scene sparked “significant speculation” of a possible residency, which isn’t happening. Dolan’s legal team claimed the use of the Sphere was unauthorized and demanded the imagery be removed. So Beyoncé did, but not without a little shade. On May 4th, during the third night of her tour, the video stayed in the show, but instead of lifting the Sphere, she now grabs Allegiant Stadium, where she’s scheduled to perform on July 25 and 26. Parkwood Entertainment also posted the updated version to Instagram with the caption: “What happens in Vegas starts with a BANG.”

On Saturday (May 17), Lizzo shared a teaser on Instagram of a new track she’s working on— however, her choice of venue sparked a flurry of conversation online. The short clip begins with Lizzo posed in Times Square in front of the now-viral statue of a plus-sized Black woman. Right before she previews her track, audio from Katt Williams’s 2024 Woke special begins playing: “They came after Lizzo and she is unproblematic… it’s a line. You can be fat, you can be Black, [but] you can’t be no fat, Black, b*tch.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lizzo (@lizzobeeating) The Controversial Piece Is Part Of A Series Called ‘Grounded In The Stars’ The sculpture was unveiled earlier this month in Times Square and has since received an onslaught of criticism from MAGA supporters. Many claim that it perpetuates certain stereotypes of Black women. The statue, which was curated by artist Thomas J. Price, is part of a series called “Grounded in the Stars.” The artist told Artnet that the series was meant to “instigate meaningful connections and bind intimate emotional states that allow for deeper reflection around the human condition and greater cultural diversity.” “The work is a composite fictional character, unfixed and boundless, allowing us to imagine what it would be like to inhabit space neutrally without preconceived ideas and misrepresentation,” he added. The singer has a long documented history of addressing the controversy surrounding her weight and opening up about her health journey. Earlier this year, Lizzo revealed she finally reached her “goal weight.” In a post shared to Instagram in Janurary, the “Special” singer looked slimmer than ever in an athleisure-inspired two-piece, likely from her Yitty, shapewear company. “I did it,” she wrote in the post’s caption. “Today when I stepped on my scale, I reached my weight release goal. I haven’t seen this number since 2014! Let this be a reminder you can do anything you put your mind to. Time for new goals!”

On Friday (May 16), Kelly Rowland jumped on Instagram to announce she’s partnering with Lancôme for its latest campaign. The French beauty brand is preparing to relaunch its iconic Juicy Tubes High-Shine Lip Gloss. The Grammy-Award-winning singer channeled the Y2K aesthetic and decided to pay homage to her signature, red, bob with flipped ends. Kelly Rowland of Destiny’s Child (Photo by SGranitz/WireImage) The brand launched Juicy Tubes in 2000, becoming an instant staple for makeup lovers. The new campaign works in celebration of the popular product’s 25th anniversary. The lineup will include several new and original shades including, “Pure,” “Spring Fling,” “Miracle,” “Marshmallow Electro,” “Magic Spell,” and “Hallucination. Priced at $25, Lancôme’s Juicy Tubes are now available at Lancôme’s official site https://www.lancome-usa.com and Ulta Beauty stores across the US. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lancôme Official (@lancomeofficial) Method Man And Kelly Rowland To Star To Amazon MGM Comedy ‘Relationship Goals’ In other news, Kelly Rowland will be co-starring with Method Man in a new romantic comedy, Relationship Goals, reports Deadline. The film, which is based on Michael Todd’s New York Times bestseller, Relationship Goals: How to Win at Dating, Marriage, and Sex, will be released on Amazon MGM Studios. Todd’s viral sermon series spent 13 weeks on the bestseller list and debuted at No. 1 on Amazon. Linda Mendoza, who worked on the sitcom series Harlem and Survival of the Thickest, is set to direct the project. According to the description, Relationship Goals “is a funny and inspiring romantic comedy on finding lasting love and sustaining a healthy relationship at every stage of courtship.” Rowland’s acting credits include starring in Netflix’s Tyler Perry film Mea Culpa, Think Like A Man, Freddy vs. Jason, The Curse of Bridge Hollow, and produced and starred in Merry Liddle Christmas Baby. Additionally, she guest starred in several series including Girlfriends, Empire, American Soul, Being Mary Jane, and L.A.’s Finest.

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer, according to the New York Times. In a statement to the outlet, representatives from Joe Biden’s personal office revealed the former President had been suffering from frequent “urinary symptoms” for quite some time. After undergoing diagnostic testing it was discovered that he had a “small nodule” on his prostate. “Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms,” the statement begins. NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 23: Former U.S. President Joe Biden poses backstage on opening night of “Othello” on Broadway at The Barrymore Theatre on March 23, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Glikas/WireImage) Biden Found To Have Severe ‘Metastasis To The Bone’ “On Friday he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone,” it continues. “While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management. The President and his family are reviewing treatment options with his physicians.” Accusations surrounding Joe Biden’s health and “mental acuity” declining have been circulating for quite some time. On the campaign trail, Donald Trump made several accusations about his “mental competency” and being forced to drop out of the 2024 presidential race. During a March interview with The View, Biden and former First Lady, Jill Biden, vehemently denied rumors. “They are wrong, there is nothing to sustain that,” he said. “I only dropped out because I didn’t want to have a divided Democratic Party. Ms. Biden also chimed in saying, “The people who wrote those books were not in the White House with us,” in response to questions about Biden’s rumored mental decline. She added, “They didn’t see how hard Joe worked.”