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Major League Baseball (MLB) has integrated the records of over 2,300 Negro Leagues players from 1920 to 1948 into its official statistics. This historic move follows nearly four years of research and a 2020 decision to recognize the Negro Leagues as Major League, addressing a long-standing oversight. The MLB’s new database honors legendary players like […]
Rap star Sexyy Red is expanding her brand into the world of sports entertainment. The WWE confirmed that the St. Louis rapper will make her wrestling debut on “WWE NXT.” Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Sexyy Red put the wrestling world on notice that she intends to make a major impact in the ring. “I can’t […]
Venus Williams has been honored with her own Barbie doll as part of Barbie’s 65th anniversary celebration, Mattel announced. Williams is among nine female athletes worldwide to receive this recognition. The doll depicts Williams in action on the tennis court, wearing a white tennis dress, visor, matching sneakers, and her signature gold hoop earrings. Williams […]
Rapsody and Mach-Hommy, two renowned rappers known for their technical prowess, have released new albums that reveal more personal aspects of their lives. Rapsody’s “Please Don’t Cry” marks a shift from her previous work by delving into her personal experiences and vulnerabilities. The album, featuring introspective tracks like “Marlanna,” showcases her journey of self-discovery and […]
At the 2024 Ivor Novello Awards in London, Raye was honored as Songwriter of the Year, a testament to her remarkable achievements in music. Raye’s debut album, “My 21st Century Blues,” played a pivotal role in propelling her solo career to new heights. The awards, which celebrated 26 songwriters and composers across 14 categories, also […]
The Strong Museum in Rochester, NY, has reopened its “Wegmans Super Kids Market” exhibit after a temporary closure for renovations. The exhibit, which allows children to simulate shopping at a Wegmans store, reopened on May 22, 2024, with new features including a manager’s stand and a cake decorating area. Several sections of the exhibit have […]
TMZ broke the news of the Netflix acquisition of a 50 Cent docuseries (tentatively titled Diddy Do It) that was bought after a lengthy bidding war. It’s claimed that multiple networks and virtually all the streaming platforms were trying to purchase the docuseries, given how much attention the Diddy saga had gotten in the last […]
Grammy Award winner T-Pain has released a new single, “On This Hill,” in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. The song focuses on mental wellness and self-empowerment, reflecting T-Pain’s personal journey of learning to stand up for himself. In an interview with Billboard, T-Pain described the song as a declaration against being gaslit and a […]
Harris Wolobah, a 14-year-old with a congenital heart defect, died of a heart attack after consuming an extremely spicy tortilla chip as part of Paqui’s “One Chip Challenge.” This challenge involves eating a single chip seasoned with Carolina Reaper and Naga Viper peppers, which are among the hottest peppers in the world. The chief medical […]
“Tina – The Tina Turner Musical” is set to captivate audiences in Rochester from June 4 through June 9 at RBTL. This musical celebrates the life of Tina Turner, who rose to become the queen of rock n’ roll by breaking numerous barriers. Roz White, who portrays Tina’s mother, Zelma Bullock, has been with the […]