Diddy truly is the definition of “Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop.” The disgraced mogul is pushing back against his remaining prostitution charges in the hopes of having his charges dismissed. His legal team is arguing that the sentence he received for prostitution charges was far too harsh. On Friday (Mar. 13), according to court documents obtained by TMZ, Diddy’s lawyers filed an appeal noting that he was already found not guilty of sex trafficking and RICO charges. That said, he received a sentence that was, per his lawyers, “four times higher than normal,” for his prostitution-related convictions. Diddy’s lawyers call that 50-month sentence a “perversion of justice.” The attorneys also claim that the judge in Diddy’s case, Judge Arun Subramanian, engaged in what is called “acquitted conduct” sentencing, which is “the practice of increasing punishment based on rejected allegations. ” The Bad Boy founder’s team is asking the appeals court for Diddy’s “immediate release and grant a judgment of acquittal or at least vacate and remand for resentencing.” NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – SEPTEMBER 12: Diddy performs onstage during the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards at Prudential Center on September 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for MTV) 50 Cent Laughs At Woman’s “I Hate Diddy Too” Message In Miami Thanks to a female fan, hip-hop mogul 50 Cent turned a routine Miami club booking into another viral jab at incarcerated executive Sean “Diddy” Combs this week.The moment unfolded on March 3 inside a packed Miami nightclub. Purple lights washed over the crowd as 50 worked the room, tossing cash and pacing the stage. Then a woman near the front lifted her phone high above her head. Across the screen, in bold white letters, were four words: “I HATE DIDDY TOO.” A 12-second clip captured the mogul’s reaction. At first, 50 scanned the audience with a neutral stare. He squinted as he read the message. Recognition hit instantly. His face cracked into a wide grin. He pointed straight at the woman, nodding with approval. Without missing a beat, he flung a handful of bills in her direction. The crowd erupted. Cheers bounced off the walls as 50 kept smiling, clearly amused by the public co-sign.

Amid the ongoing online drama between Claressa Shields and 50 Cent, the professional boxer has doubled down on her threat of legal action. For the past several days, the G-Unit founder has continued to fuel rumors that Shields has cheated on Papoose (who’s also beefing with 50 at the moment), with Miami rapper Maserati Bud. Most recently, he shared a video from a blogger with the username @Gesiha305. According to the video, Shields has been involved with the rapper, whom the blogger refers to as 50’s “homeboy” for quite some time. She also shared a few photos of the pair looking quite cozy together. “First, this situation started New Year’s when @50cent decided to disrespect me and Papoose unprovoked, which led to rap beef & Papoose dissed him,” she wrote in an lengthy X post on Mar.14. “Rather than responding through music like a true artist, he chose to make false claims about me and create a narrative suggesting that I had a sexual relationship with someone I have never been involved with in any capacity—no romantic or sexual contact whatsoever. Given his platform and influence with 38.9 million followers, now legal action is being pursued.” View this post on Instagram Shields Threatens To Sue 50 Cent Over Cheating Allegations Not long after Shields’ declaration, 50’s post seemingly disappeared. The allegations, which haven’t been proven true or false, appear to be just part of the fallout between Papoose and 50. Things kicked off when the Power creator shared an AI-generated image that face-swapped Shields and Papoose. In the caption, the Power creator not only took shots at the pair’s appearance, but he also claimed that Shields had cheated on Papoose with Maserati Bud. Shields hit back at the wild claims in an Instagram Story post. She shared a screenshot of an AI-generated response to the question, “Can you sue someone for saying you slept with someone else?” The generator responded with, “Yes, you can sue someone for falsely claiming you slept with someone else through a defamation lawsuit…” Shields then seemingly threatened to sue the G-Unit founder, writing, “@50cent you getting sued, you can’t lie & put bodies on me,” she wrote.

During her recent tour stop in Minneapolis, Cardi B made a point to applaud those in the crowd who participated in the anti-ICE protests earlier this year. For several weeks, the organization violently occupied the city, leading to multiple raids, as well as the deaths of several individuals, including Renee Good and Alex Pretti. “You are such a strong city, ” Cardi said to the crowd. “I been seeing what’s going on in the news, and we wanna say thank you for your resilience [and] your resistance.” As the crowd roared, Cardi continued, “I don’t know why muthaf*ckas came to this city. Y’all n*ggas is not p*ssy. I don’t know why they came over here, they must not know how y’all give it up.” According to FOX9 in Minneapolis, at the height of “Operation Metro Surge,” at least 4,000 federal officers were deployed to the city. Following backlash from residents and multiple protests across the country, thousands of agents were withdrawn; now only a “small force” of around 400 agents remains. Cardi B gives praise to Minneapolis for protesting against ICE during her SOLD OUT show last night. #LittleMissDramaTour pic.twitter.com/ZEfK1jioBy — Fan Account | #BLM (@BardiUpdatess) March 13, 2026 Minnesota Rapper Detained For Participating In Anti-ICE Protest “I assumed I was going to die,” Matthew Allen, a.k.a. Nur-D, told Rolling Stone back in February. The Twin Cities rapper told the outlet he woke up ready to enjoy a “regular day.” However, after witnessing a flurry of social media posts about the anti-ICE protests happening at the time, Allen realized he needed to join his fellow Minnesotans. Allen, with his wife by his side, attended the protest; however, it didn’t take long for things to take a turn for the worse. Not long after arriving, Allen was chased, violently slammed to the ground, and maced by ICE agents. “My name is Matthew James Obadiah Allen,” he screamed, pinned to the ground, “I have done nothing at all….I’m a United States citizen.” Allen, who was eventually released from detention, noted that while he feared for his life, he wasn’t going to “help” agents make the situation into something it wasn’t. He added, “This is grabbing someone in the street who has done nothing wrong and killing them, and if that’s what we’re doing — I’ve already seen you do it today — that’s why any of us are even here right now. Most of us would rather be doing what we love to do on a Saturday morning.”

Claressa Shields takes protecting her reputation just as seriously as protecting her boxing title. In a recent Instagram Story post, the professional boxer hit back at 50 Cent’s wild claim that she’s cheated on Papoose during their relationship. In the post, she shared a screenshot of an AI-generated response to the question, “Can you sue someone for saying you slept with someone else?” The generator responded with, “Yes, you can sue someone for falsely claiming you slept with someone else through a defamation lawsuit…” Shields then seemingly threatened to sue the G-Unit founder, writing, “@50cent you getting sued, you can’t lie & put bodies on me,” she wrote. The ongoing beef between 50 Cent and Papoose has continued to play out online. Most recently, 50 Cent shared an AI-generated image that face-swapped Shields and Papoose. In the caption, the Power creator not only took shots at the pair’s appearance, but he also claimed that Shields had cheated on Papoose with another rapper named Maserati Bud. It’s unclear if the rapper has any ties to 50 Cent or his camp. View this post on Instagram Papoose and Claressa Shields Relationship Still Going Strong Despite 50 Cent’s online antics, Papoose and Shields’ relationship remains strong. Shields recently shouted out Papoose on his birthday with an Instagram post that also addressed the pair’s haters. “HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY MAN & MY MAN ONLY @papoose ! God blessed me with another Year with my Bestfriend! CAN’T WAIT TO CELEBRATE YOU TODAY & THE REST OF THE MONTH PAPI!!! Let’s party like the 70s!!!! FYI March 28th is Our Joint Bday Party #papoose #birthday #happybdaypapoose #claressashields #pisces,” she wrote in the caption of a post which featured a photo of the two cuddled up. In other news, last month, Claressa Shields defeated Franchon Crews-Dezurn by unanimous decision in front of more than 17,000 fans at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday night. ​According to ESPN, all three judges scored the 10-round bout 100-90. Shields, who was fighting in front of her home crowd, is now 18-0 (2 KOs). ”I felt like I had to take my time. Franchon hits hard, and she’s tough, and you’ve got to be very tricky with her,” Shields said after the fight.

While hosting an SXSW event, Keke Palmer had an awkward interaction with a fan, to say the very least. The now-viral incident took place during what appears to be a panel, according to footage shared by TMZ. Amid the conversation, a man approached the stage with a small, black box in hand. As attendees started filming the man, he can be heard asking the Nope actress for her hand in marriage, which she immediately shut down. “I can’t marry you,” Palmer says. “I don’t know you. I’m so sorry.” Despite the man’s pleas, Palmer stood firm. At one point in the video, Palmer suggests the moment could be part of a prank, but it doesn’t appear to be the case. Not long after, the man was escorted away from the stage by security staff. The conversation quickly resumed after the man was removed from the building. EXCLUSIVE: Keke Palmer gets a surprise proposal from a random guy at SXSW in a very awkward moment. pic.twitter.com/aMq87UzgwJ — TMZ (@TMZ) March 13, 2026 The Dangers Of Parasocial Relationships The moment was mild compared to a situation like Rihanna’s, whose Beverly Hills home was recently shot up by a fan; it still speaks to the dangerous nature of parasocial relationships between celebrities and their fans, as well as trolls. According to Psychology Today, parasocial relationships are “one-sided emotional bonds where individuals invest their time, effort, energy, emotions, and feelings into a well-known media figure, such as a celebrity, influencer, or fictional character from a book or movie, who is not aware of their existence.” While typically harmless, some fans’ admiration can go too far and even turn fatal. One of the most infamous cases of this is with Mexican-American singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez. Often referred to as the “Queen of Tejano” Music, Quintanilla-Pérez was shot and killed in 1995 by Yolanda Saldívar, the president of her fan club and manager of her boutique.

Nicki Minaj recently made a fascinating confession to her fans in a recent X post. According to the “Starships” rapper, she’s neurodivergent and is looking to provide a safe space in “Gag City” for her fellow neurodivergent Barbz. The rapper made the post in response to a post shared on Polymarket’s official account about Palantir CEO Alex Karp’s statement that “the future belongs to the neurodivergent.” “Takes my rightful place in society with the rest of my tribe* Neurodivergents of Gag City gather here. It’s our time *looks menacingly @ the “normals”. *begins implementing the payback they never saw coming* Reads to congregation: and the stone the builder rejected…” she wrote in X post on Friday (Mar.13). According to the National Library of Medicine, Neurodiversity describes “the idea that people experience and interact with the world around them in many ways, with no one ‘right’ way of thinking, learning, and behaving, and differences are not deficits.” *takes my rightful place in society with the rest of my tribe* Neurodivergents of Gag City gather here. It’s our time *looks menacingly @ the “normals”. *begins implementing the payback they never saw coming* Reads to congregation: and the stone the builder rejected… https://t.co/k1GD8Bkhg3 pic.twitter.com/FKqjG0Vopi — Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) March 13, 2026 Nicki Minaj’s Sister Responds To Barbz Backlash For Attending Cardi Concert In other news, Nicki Minaj’s younger sister, Ming Li, is firing back at attacks from the Barbz after she attended a Cardi B show in Houston. Last week, the Baddies Gone Wild star hopped on her Instagram Story, appearing to shake off the criticism, writing, “Yeah, I went to the concert, and I had a great f*cking time…600 pound lady can be mad all she want. Respectfully, irdgaf.” Ming believes she shouldn’t have to “pick a side,” arguing that she can love and appreciate both her sister’s music and Cardi’s. “Who said you can’t love both?” she wrote. Ming Li also accused Nicki’s fans of trying to stir up drama. “Pick a side? No side who said u can’t love both? Yall just want a drama that ain’t nobody but the “fans” gonna say Like let’s be fr we grown and when. yall get old and wrinkly what we post ain’t gonna matter so respectlly idgaf” she wrote in another Story post. 

Kanye West’s 2020s have been turbulent, marked by public controversies and intense scrutiny. Yet a devoted segment of fans still hopes for a return of “the old Ye.” Whether measured by musical innovation or cultural influence, audiences are eager for a narrative of redemption. The rapid sellout of his Los Angeles concert made that demand undeniable. Specifically, Ticketmaster reported more than a million fans vying for tickets to the April 3 show. This prompted the addition of a second performance on April 1, as announced on Kanye’s official website. In particular, excitement continues to build around West and his project. Adding to the anticipation, promotional billboards for West’s forthcoming album, BULLY, have appeared around the world. The signage confirmed a March 27 release date and fueled speculation about the wider promotional strategy he might employ. Pre-sale and general ticketing for the second L.A. show mirror the first. Fans who pre-save BULLY and register for the concert lottery gain early access to tickets. Whether the second show sells out as quickly remains to be seen. Kanye’s Global Comeback, Controversy in Tow Beyond Los Angeles, Kanye’s tour spans the globe, with stops scheduled in New Delhi on March 29, Arnhem on June 6, Marseille on June 11, Reggio Emilia on July 18, and Madrid on July 30. This ambitious itinerary demonstrates the scale of his comeback. Even so, it unfolds under the shadow of past controversies, including antisemitic remarks. Though he has publicly apologized, skepticism persists regarding the sincerity of his contrition. Of course, West’s presence is felt worldwide during these stops. Against this backdrop, BULLY represents a critical moment for both West and his audience. Supporters hope it signals a creative resurgence after a tumultuous period, while critics watch closely for evidence of genuine change. Regardless of outcome, Los Angeles is set to witness another chapter in Kanye West’s complex, often polarizing cultural journey.

Since The Kanan Tape in 2015, following his 2014 studio album Animal Ambition, 50 Cent has largely stayed out of the music spotlight. Yet recent activity on social media and ongoing rap rivalries suggest he may be preparing a return. On Friday, March 13, the G-Unit mogul released an untitled track on Instagram—a reworked version of his 2012 song “Business Mind” featuring Earl Hayes from his 5 (Murder By Numbers) mixtape. Alongside the clip, he hinted at a possible album titled The Algorithm: “Music untitled, I’d Fvck these [ninja emoji] up if they jump me in real life. a bunch of punks. THE ALGORITHM is coming!” While the post does not confirm a full-length album, 50 Cent has invoked The Algorithm in several recent updates, leaving fans to speculate whether it represents a project or a thematic nod to his ongoing rap conflicts. Shortly before releasing the untitled track, he posted a message mocking rivals T.I., Fabolous, and Papoose. So far, the only official diss from Fif’s camp remains “No One Told Us What We’re Here For,” featuring Leon Thomas and serving as the theme for Power: Origins. That track addressed T.I. and his family amid their ongoing disputes, stemming from an alleged Verzuz confrontation that 50 reportedly avoided. View this post on Instagram 50 Cent’s Feuds Fuel His Next Move Beyond these battles, 50 Cent has also taken aim at Papoose and his partner Claressa Shields, as well as the Let’s Rap About It podcast, Dame Dash, Floyd Mayweather, Diddy, and several other figures in the industry. With so much tension, The Algorithm—if it develops into a full album—could draw heavily from these real-world feuds. For now, fans should remain cautious. What 50 Cent has shared may be more a reflection of his ongoing rivalries than a traditional album rollout, yet it signals that the rap veteran is still very much in the conversation, both on social media and in the culture.

Duane “Keefe D” Davis’s battle in court over the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur has encountered yet another obstacle. On March 10, his attorney, Robert Draskovich, withdrew from the case, citing disputes over retainer fees, according to reports. Judge Carli Kierny approved the withdrawal and set a hearing for March 31 to assign new counsel. This signals a likely delay in the trial schedule. The specifics of the disagreement over fees and budgets remain unclear. Therefore, Davis is left in need of legal guidance with his case still pending. Since his arrest in September 2023, Davis has cycled through multiple attorneys. Previous lawyers, Carl Arnold and Michael Pandullo—who had collaborated with Draskovich—cited Davis’s altercation at the Clark County Detention Center as a factor in their departure. The frequent turnover has raised concerns over the continuity and strategy of his defense. Davis Faces Murder Allegations as Tupac Case Reignites Davis faces serious accusations that he orchestrated Shakur’s murder and allegedly boasted about it across various media. He and his defense team maintain that these claims are exaggerated and lack factual basis. A recent ruling in February further complicated matters. A judge denied Davis’s motion to exclude evidence collected during a raid on his home. Currently, Davis is serving time at High Desert State Prison for the jail fight while awaiting trial, which is scheduled to begin August 10. The coming months will test his new legal team’s ability to navigate a complex, high-profile case. Observers continue to watch closely as one of hip-hop’s longest-running mysteries moves toward resolution. The courtroom proceedings will determine not only the fate of Davis but also how the decades-old questions surrounding Tupac Shakur’s death are finally addressed.

A fresh round of online sparring has unfolded between 50 Cent and Papoose, adding another chapter to a rivalry that has resurfaced periodically in recent years. The latest exchange began after Papoose released several songs aimed at the Queens-born rapper and television producer. Instead of replying with a track of his own, 50 Cent turned to social media, posting a meme that also referenced boxer Claressa Shields, who has been publicly linked to Papoose. The post quickly circulated online and prompted responses from both camps. According to XXL, 50 Cent shared an A.I.-generated image on Instagram on March 12. The image depicted him standing beside a whiteboard labeled with a mock equation about rap careers. The board read: “The Secret Formula. How to Never Blow Up. 1 Rap Career (still rapping) + 25 Years (still waiting) = 0 Hits (still zero).” The visual then shifted to an image of Papoose, accompanied by the caption, “You make one hit record and I’ll respond. Until then go hang out [with your] boyfriend I mean your girlfriend LOL.” The post was removed not long afterward, though 50 Cent later commented on the decision. “If I put up a post and take it down is because I don’t want your ugly a** face on my page. I’m the algorithm PUNK!” he wrote in a follow-up message that continued circulating across social platforms. View this post on Instagram Papoose Fires Back as His Feud With 50 Cent Escalates Online Papoose responded the next day with a post of his own. He shared a throwback photo that showed himself alongside 50 Cent and fellow G-Unit members Tony Yayo and Lloyd Banks. Alongside the image, he included a snippet from an article discussing accusations that some artists inflate streaming numbers. “On this day Curtis breath was smelling like s**t!” he wrote. “It’s a new day in Hip Hop. The days of buying ya own records, to make it look like you got a hit is over. Inflated numbers can no longer make it seem like you’re better than artist who are really ‘NICE’. Corny memes can’t save you from Papoose. Don’t let him distract you from the fact that I just destroyed him. Soon as I posted that ‘AGENT PROVOCATEUR’ hit streaming platforms he started panicking!” The exchange arrives as Papoose has already issued multiple musical responses aimed at 50 Cent, including the diss track “Agent Provocateur” and a freestyle over the instrumental of “Many Men.” Despite that, 50 Cent has largely kept the back-and-forth in the realm of online commentary rather than recording a direct reply in the studio. Observers of New York hip-hop say the dispute reflects long-standing tensions tied to reputation, commercial success, and personal history within the scene. The friction has occasionally involved Remy Ma, Papoose’s longtime partner, after earlier remarks by 50 Cent sparked conversation among fans. For now, the conflict continues to play out mostly on social media, where both sides have traded posts rather than songs.