With Congress unable to pass a funding bill, the possibility of a federal government shutdown has become real — and many Americans are already asking: What exactly gets impacted? Below is a breakdown of how a shutdown works, which programs ...

Atlanta rapper Young Thug has shed light on the reasoning behind the provocative “whiteface” album cover for his latest project, UY SCUTI. In a recent appearance on the It’s Up There podcast, he offered context for the visual move and ...

Hip-hop icon Cardi B has stormed back onto the charts with a monumental return: her sophomore album, Am I the Drama?, debuted atop the Billboard 200 in its first week. The release underscores her staying power and cements her as ...

Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny has been officially tapped to headline the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show, with the announcement made during Sunday Night Football’s halftime broadcast. Reuters+2HotNewHipHop+2 The performance will take place on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium ...

Former President Donald Trump recently floated the idea of moving FIFA World Cup 2026 matches away from cities he deems to be unsafe — and named Atlanta among those that could be affected. FOX 5 Atlanta What He Said & ...

Atlanta rapper Young Thug startled fans Sunday evening by performing an impromptu concert on the steps of the Fulton County Courthouse — the very location where he entered a guilty plea last year. WSB-TV Channel 2 – Atlanta A Gathering ...

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has reportedly lost over $37 million in federal grant funding after refusing to agree to new requirements tied to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. FOX 5 Atlanta The funds in question were part of a ...

Spirit Airlines is preparing to furlough a total of 1,800 flight attendants across the U.S. later this year, with over 300 of those cuts affecting staff in the Atlanta area. Why the Layoffs Are Happening This drastic move comes as ...

Despite minimal marketing, Kanye West’s latest documentary In Whose Name? posted a solid box office debut, earning approximately $776,000 in its first weekend. HotNewHipHop Directed by Nico Ballesteros, the film spans six years of the rapper’s life, exploring controversial moments, ...

During a recent civil trial, record producer Metro Boomin strongly denied allegations of sexual assault made by plaintiff Vanessa LeMaistre, asserting that their encounters were consensual and disputing claims of misconduct. Allegations & Denial LeMaistre accuses Metro Boomin of administering ...