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Hip-Hop News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Hip-Hop News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping hip-hop—from new music releases and artist moves to culture, business, and industry trends. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—covering global culture in real time and keeping listeners connected. Hip-Hop News Today is your daily…
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Drake Dines In Houston And It Matters
Drake rolled into Houston’s viral hotspot Lost in Da Sauce Kitchen, devoured the loaded fries and sliders, and called them straight fire — sending the owner’s…
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BET Awards 2024: Big Wins, Bold Talent
The BET Awards lit up with powerhouse performances and historic moments—Cardi B led the pack with six nominations, while Druski made history as the youngest…
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Ronald Savage Calls for Peace on Bambaataa
Ronald Bee-Stinger Savage, who met Afrika Bambaataa at just 15, is stepping up to defend the legendary hip-hop icon’s legacy, insisting Bambaataa is being…
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Ye’s Lavish Versailles Party Signals Comeback
Kanye West just dropped $400K on a jaw-dropping masquerade party at Versailles to celebrate his 49th birthday — a dazzling comeback after losing $2 billion and…
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Nicki Minaj Backs Musk’s Free Speech Push
Nicki Minaj just celebrated Elon Musk’s 55th birthday with a shoutout on X, calling him “the savior of free speech” — a move that’s part of a growing alliance…
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BET Awards 2024: Big Wins, Big Talent
The BET Awards lit up LA with a dazzling celebration of Black excellence, honoring music, film, sports, and more. New categories like Fashion Vanguard and…
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Trust The Process - A Message from Corey
Trust The Process - A Message from Corey
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NYC Schools Under Fire Over 'Glory' Dance
Fifth graders in New York City danced to “Glory,” reenacting being shot by police — sparking outrage and calls for federal investigation. Councilwoman Vickie…
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Zayas vs Ennis: The Fight That Defied Odds
This Saturday, June 27, 2026, the Barclays Center explodes with anticipation as unified champ Xander Zayas takes on undefeated Jaron “Boots” Ennis in a…
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Security Guard Warns of Retaliation
A security guard who witnessed the alleged Gucci Mane robbery and kidnapping is sounding the alarm — terrified for his family’s safety if Pooh Shiesty gets…
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Nelly's Country Grammar Legacy
Nelly’s debut album “Country Grammar” dropped July 27, 2000, and didn’t just hit number one—it rewrote the rules of hip-hop with its explosive blend of country…
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Tony Brown Legacy: Truth Teller Extraordinaire
Tony Brown, legendary journalist and educator who died at 93, was a fearless pioneer who brought Black history, politics, and community issues to national…
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Mother Khadijah Farrakhan Remembered
Mother Khadijah Farrakhan, the beloved wife of Minister Louis Farrakhan and First Lady of the Nation of Islam, passed away at 90, leaving behind a legacy of…
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Respecting North West's Boundaries
A 13-year-old North West faced an awkward moment when a fan hugged her instead of shaking her hand — sparking outrage and a call for respect. Skepta slammed…
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Tampa vs San Antonio on Ye
Ye’s Tampa show went off without drama, defying pressure from Senator Rick Scott and Jewish groups who condemned his history of antisemitism — even as the…
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Khadijah Farrakhan: A Legacy of Faith and Family
Khadijah Farrakhan, the beloved First Lady of the Nation of Islam and wife of Minister Louis Farrakhan for 72 years, has passed away at 90, marking the end of…
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Trump's Week in Chaos
Trump’s week spiraled into chaos as Biden roasted him at a Democratic event, calling him a “loser” and mocking his obsession with branding—even accusing him of…
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A$AP Rocky Shuts Down Internet Lies
A$AP Rocky’s had enough of the internet’s wild rumors and fake narratives—especially after Drake’s “Burning Bridges” sparked a firestorm over Rihanna’s alleged…
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Harry Mack Freestyles With Tracy Morgan
Harry Mack turned a random Manhattan sidewalk into viral magic when Tracy Morgan rolled up and joined his freestyle—sparking a 69-second clip that racked up…
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Judge Orders DOJ to Explain Epstein Redactions
A federal judge just slapped the DOJ with a deadline to explain why parts of Jeffrey Epstein’s records are redacted—or risk losing them. Journalist Katie…
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Chrisean Rock Faces $250K Default Judgment
Chrisean Rock faces a potential $250K judgment after skipping court in an assault case filed by her former stylist, Irby Lashala, who claims she was violently…
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Drake Hosts Parties for Janices
Drake’s chart-topping track “Janice STFU” sparked a viral backlash—especially for women named Janice—so he’s throwing exclusive, ID-required parties in major…
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Ray J Returns to Boxing Ring
Ray J is back in the ring on August 15th in Atlanta, ready to fight Orlando Brown on the undercard of Claressa Shields’ undisputed heavyweight title defense —…
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Pleasure P Speaks Truth on Artist Struggles
Pleasure P drops a raw, heartfelt video about the mental toll of fame and the power of artist solidarity, offering support to Slickem amid his struggles while…
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Ring Camera Shocks Big Tigger Case
New footage from a Ring camera inside Big Tigger’s Georgia home appears to show him grabbing his wife Alicia during a physical altercation, contradicting his…
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Vanilla Ice Cancelled at Trump Event
Vanilla Ice’s last-minute canceled gig at Trump’s Great American State Fair on the National Mall capped off a chaotic event already plagued by cancellations…
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Jay-Z's 30-Year NYC Legacy Mapped
Jay-Z’s 30-year hip-hop legacy gets a digital map tour as Roc Nation teams up with Google Maps to spotlight NYC landmarks from his career—studios, stages…
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Mistrial in Palisades Fire Case
A mistrial in the high-stakes trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, accused of igniting the deadly 2025 Palisades fire that killed 12 and destroyed thousands of…
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Davido’s Anthem of Identity and Roots
Davido drops a fire new track “I Know Who I Be” featuring JAZZWRLD and GLCeeJay, dropping a raw anthem about staying true to your roots no matter how far you…
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Fridayy Joins Rod Wave on Tour
Fridayy, the Grammy-nominated artist with over 5.5 million monthly Spotify listeners, is hitting the road with Rod Wave for the “Don’t Look Down” North…
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Tatum and Green Rap to Drake in Paris
Jayson Tatum and Draymond Green turned heads at Paris Fashion Week—not for runway shows, but for vibing to Drake’s new banger “Shabang,” right after the Knicks…
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YoungBoy Drops More Leaks Two
YoungBoy Never Broke Again drops his explosive new album More Leaks Two—a 20-track masterpiece blending street anthems with raw vulnerability, led by the…
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Keke Palmer Joins BET’s Future-Focused Board
Keke Palmer is officially stepping into a powerful new role as a member of BET’s newly formed Board of Advisors, where she’ll help shape the network’s future…
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NYC Freezes Rents for Two Years
New York City just handed renters a major win: the Rent Guidelines Board voted to freeze rents on stabilized apartments for two full years, starting October…
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Trump’s Face on U.S. Passport
The State Department’s dropping a jaw-dropping commemorative passport for the U.S.’s 250th birthday—complete with President Trump’s face, his signature, and…
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Drake's ICMAN Reigns Supreme
Drake’s ICMAN just crushed the charts, claiming top spot for 2026 rap album with 43 tracks, Future and 21 Savage in tow — and it’s still dominating four weeks…
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K Camp & Jacquees Tour Launches
K Camp and Jacquees are hitting the road for the nationwide “Us Over Dem” tour, dropping Southern heat across seven cities from August 17 to September 4…
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Lakers Prioritize Dončić Over LeBron
The Lakers are betting big on Luka Dončić, trading for the superstar just as free agency opens — and they haven’t even offered LeBron James a new deal yet…
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T.I. Pays Homage to Atlanta on Final Album
T.I. drops his twelfth and possibly final album, Kill the King, a soulful love letter to Atlanta that blends nostalgia with hometown pride. Featuring…
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Remy Ma Drops Joyful New Track
Remy Ma drops “Put Em On,” a high-energy summer anthem produced by Juice that’s all about confidence, loyalty, and joy — a refreshing shift from her usual…
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Clive Davis Legacy Under Scrutiny
Clive Davis, the music mogul who shaped legends like Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, has died at 94 — but his legacy’s being challenged by India.Arie…
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Mets Fire Mendoza After Collapse
The Mets have fired manager Carlos Mendoza after a disastrous 34-47 season, despite starting with the highest payroll in baseball. Owner Steve Cohen admitted…
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Lions Cornerback Faces Felony Charges
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, a first-round draft pick just this year, is facing multiple felony charges—including kidnapping and armed robbery—in…
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Tay Keith's Legacy Lives On
Grammy-nominated producer Tay Keith, behind hits like “Sicko Mode” and “First Person Shooter,” has died at 29, sending shockwaves through hip-hop. His sudden…
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Dame Dash Unpacks Hidden Heroes
Dame Dash returns to TV with BET’s new docuseries OG Stories, ditching music drama for unsung cultural architects. Hosting and directing, he dives into…
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Rah Dizzy Killed in Oakland Shooting
Tragic news from the Bay: rapper Rah Dizzy, rising star of the West Coast scene known for gritty tracks like “It’s Real” and “Born Sinner,” was fatally shot in…
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Twista Faces Tax Trouble
Twista’s tax evasion troubles are heating up—facing five counts for dodging income taxes from 2019 to 2023, owing over $440K, with sentencing set for October…
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Apple Raises Prices Amid Tech Cost Crisis
Apple’s hitting consumers with major price hikes across its hardware lineup—from MacBooks and iPads to Apple TV and Vision Pro—triggering a market cap plunge…
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Day26 Claims They’d Have Smoked Both Groups
Pretty Ricky edged out B2K in last night’s Verzuz battle, but Day26’s Willie Taylor is already claiming they’d have “smoked” both groups — especially if Pretty…
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Charli Baltimore and the BMB Records Scandal
Rapper Charli Baltimore stumbled into a deadly trap when she thought she was signing with a hip-hop label—only to discover it was a front for a massive drug…
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Pooh Shiesty Trial Heats Up
Pooh Shiesty’s legal firestorm intensifies as federal prosecutors drop a motion tied to the robbery and kidnapping allegations against him, Gucci Mane, Big30…
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Will and Jada’s Paris Moment Sparks Questions
Will and Jada Smith sparked fresh buzz in Paris during a family trip to support their son at Fashion Week — a moment caught on camera where Jada allegedly…
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Lauryn Hill Gets First Living Legend Icon Award
Lauryn Hill is set to receive the inaugural Living Legend Icon Award at the BET Awards, honoring her groundbreaking artistry, cultural impact, and timeless…
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Drake’s Janice-Only Apology Parties
Drake’s “Janice S” sparked chaos—and he’s turning it into a literal apology tour, throwing exclusive parties only for people legally named Janice, with events…
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Pooh Shiesty’s Trial Heats Up
Federal prosecutors dropped explosive new evidence this week, releasing surveillance photos from an alleged January Dallas incident showing Gucci Mane…
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Gucci Mane Forced Contract Allegations
Pooh Shiesty, his dad Big30, and six others face serious charges in a shocking hip-hop drama alleging kidnapping and robbery of Gucci Mane — with prosecutors…
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Reasonable Doubt Turns 30 in NYC
Thirty years after its release, Reasonable Doubt is getting the ultimate NYC tribute — immersive pop-ups, exclusive merch, custom subway maps, fireworks, and…
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Knicks at the White House? Not So Fast
The Knicks might be invited to the White House — but it’s a political minefield. With Trump still tinkering with that experimental drug, Retatrutide, and owner…
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Timberwolves Trade for LaMelo Ball
The Minnesota Timberwolves just pulled off a blockbuster trade, acquiring LaMelo Ball from Charlotte in exchange for Naz Reid and a mountain of future draft…
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Ball Family Split After 30 Years
After nearly 30 years together, Tina and LaVar Ball have called it quits — a major shift for the family that built its fame on basketball, business, and…