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Eazy-E Did Not Get HIV from Tainted Acupuncture Needles
Rapper Frost recently raised eyebrows with his claim that Eazy-E’s death from AIDS was the result of him being infected with HIV-infused acupuncture needles. However, a microbiologist has come forward to debunk the conspiracy theory that acupuncture was how the late rapper contracted the HIV virus.
Future and Blac Chyna Fuel Dating Rumors in Washington, D.C.
It looks like Future has found himself a new lady in his life. The Atlanta rapper is caught in dating rumors with Tyga’s ex-girlfriend Blac Chyna.
Riff Raff Buys $1.4 Million ‘Codeine Castle’ in Las Vegas [PHOTO]
The rap game has been very, very good to RiFF RaFF. The charismatic rapper, also known as the Neon Python, has bought a very colorful palace in Las Vegas that would make Prince jealous.
Drake Is Selling ‘Hotline Bling’ Hats and Hoodies [PHOTO]
Drake's late-night ode “Hotline Bling” is one of the hottest songs on the radio right now and the Toronto rhymer is capitalizing on it. The OVO leader has released apparel for the club-driven track.
Lil Bibby Flaunts His High School Diploma [PHOTO]
Lil Bibby is no longer a high school dropout. On Wednesday (Sept. 30), the Chicago rhymer shared a photo of his high school diploma via his Instagram page.
The Game Faces Arrest If He Ever Steps Into New York After Threatening Radio Personality
The Game is in trouble with the law and he might not even know it. New York police plan to arrest the Compton rhymer if he ever steps foot in the Big Apple.
Drake and Future’s Collaborative Album Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart
Drake and Future keep on winning. The dynamic duo’s collaborative project, 'What a Time to Be Alive,' is the No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart.
Fetty Wap Hit With Three Summonses After Motorcycle Accident
Fetty Wap is on the mend after being injured in a motorcycle accident over the weekend. Reps for the “My Way” rapper issued a statement regarding his health.
Drake Fires More Shots at Meek Mill: ‘Don’t Worry, He’s Dead Already’ [VIDEO]
Drake was clearly the victor in his rap battle against Meek Mill but he's not done throwing more shots at the Philly rhymer. Drizzy threw another zinger at Meek while performing at the Landmark Festival in Washington, D.C., over the weekend.
Beyonce Performs With Ed Sheeran, Eddie Vedder at Global Citzen Festival 2015 [VIDEO]
Beyonce gave another flawless performance at the 2015 Global Citizen Festival in New York on Saturday (Sept. 26). While her set at the event was spectacular, she also lend her voice with two other headlining acts: Ed Sheeran and Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder.