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YNW Bortlen has been transferred to a new prison and has been given a new release date.After first being transferred to the South Florida Reception Center, a state prison in Miami-Dade County, Fla., following his plea deal, Bortlen, born Cortlen Henry, is now a resident of the Madison Work Camp in Madison, Fla., according to police records obtained by XXL on Thursday (Oct. 9). In addition to the relocation, Bortlen’s release date has been extended. His initial release date was listed as Jan. 6, 2032. It is now Sept. 22, 2033.The reason for the update is unclear. XXL has reached out to YNW…

Looks like Trump is getting what he wants. New York Attorney General Letitia James, who has been one of President Donald Trump’s most prominent political rivals, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Virginia on charges of bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution. According to court filings, prosecutors allege that James falsely claimed a home in Norfolk, Virginia, as her primary residence to obtain more favorable mortgage terms. Investigators say the alleged misrepresentation allowed her to save nearly twenty thousand dollars in loan interest. James immediately rejected the allegations, calling them politically motivated. In…

Whelp there you have it. Drake’s defamation battle with Universal Music Group has officially come to an end. A federal judge dismissed the lawsuit this week, ruling that Kendrick Lamar’s explosive diss track “Not Like Us” falls under the protection of free artistic expression. According to court records, Judge Jeannette A. Vargas issued the decision on October 9, 2025, concluding that the lyrics at the center of the case, where Lamar labeled Drake a “certified pedophile” and hinted at misconduct — were “rhetorical hyperbole” rather than factual accusations. Drake filed the suit earlier this year, accusing UMG of defamation and…

Drake’s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” has been dismissed in court.On Thursday (Oct. 9), Judge Jeannette A. Vargas issued a ruling on the case, which was filed back in January. After hearing arguments from both sides over the last several months, Judge Vargas has sided with UMG and has thrown out the case before the trial stage.”Drake has brought this action against UMG for defamation, harassment in the second degree, and violation of section 349 of the New York General Business Law,” the ruling reads. “Before the Court is Defendant’s motion to dismiss…

Stephan James is stepping into the shoes of a legend. The acclaimed actor has been cast as Carl Weathers in I Play Rocky, an upcoming feature from Amazon MGM Studios that pulls back the curtain on the making of the original 1977 classic Rocky. Directed by Academy Award winner Peter Farrelly, the film will chronicle Sylvester Stallone’s fight to bring Rocky to life—both on screen and behind the scenes. James joins Anthony Ippolito, who plays a young Stallone, in a story that explores how an unproven writer and actor bet everything on himself to make Hollywood history. As first reported by Deadline, I Play Rocky centers on…

Sean “Diddy” Combs may be serving his 50-month federal sentence closer to home. According to newly filed court documents obtained by TMZ, Judge Arun Subramanian has recommended that the music mogul be placed in a low-security facility near the New York City area. The judge noted that proximity to family and access to substance abuse treatment would best support Diddy’s rehabilitation, suggesting enrollment in the Bureau of Prisons’ Residential Drug Abuse Program if he qualifies. Diddy’s legal team is reportedly advocating for FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey, a minimum-security facility located roughly 80 miles from the Manhattan courthouse where…

Angel Reese will become the first pro athlete to walk the Victoria’s Secret runway, bringing her WNBA stardom to the world of high fashion. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Angel Reese just scored a significant fashion milestone and a place in history by becoming the first professional athlete to walk the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway. The Chicago Sky forward revealed the news in a…

Tim Westwood has been charged with 15 counts of rape, sexual assault and indecent assault.On Thursday (Oct. 9), the Metropolitan Police announced via press release that the 68-year-old U.K. DJ is facing four counts of rape, nine counts of indecent assault and two counts of sexual assault. The cases involve seven women, with the earliest case dating back to 1983 and the most recent allegation being in 2016. The women’s ages range from 17 at the time of the alleged incident to their early 20s.Metropolitan Police Service Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy commended the alleged victims for coming forward and encouraged…

London-based artist Shaka Amazulu The 7th joins forces with New York emcee Rubbabandz for Circle of Rust : Iron Shiek – The Black Devil, a powerful new track released through Black Stone of Mecca and now available on iTunes, Spotify, and all major streaming platforms. The release arrives alongside a striking animated paper cut music video, now live on YouTube. The single is a direct aim at Iron Shiek, the producer and MC from Queensbridge, accused within the lyrics of dishonest conduct and failing to live up to the values he publicly claims as a 5 Percenter. Both Shaka and…

Royce da 5’9” and Eminem might be reviving Bad Meets Evil after 14 years, sparking wild speculation across Hip-Hop fans following a cryptic post co-signed by Royce himself. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Royce Da 5’9 and Eminem might just be plotting their long-awaited reunion and heads are collectively losing their minds. It’s been 14 years since the two titans joined forces for Hell: The Sequel, and for…