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Pop Smoke’s ‘Shoot For The Stars Aim For The Moon’ Makes Billboard Chart History

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Pop Smoke’s posthumous Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon debut album now holds the longest reign at No. 1 on the Top Rap Albums chart ever. The project has spent 20 weeks at the chart’s apex since its July 2020 release.

Pop Smoke has also been a dominating force on the Billboard 200. Shoot for the Stars maintains the album chart’s Top 5 and has spent 33 weeks there, which is the third most of any album released this century. The Brooklyn native’s impressive run only trails Taylor Swift’s 1989 and Adele’s 21 albums as far as time spent in the Top 5.

Pop was shot and killed during a Los Angeles home invasion in February 2020. He was just 20 years old at the time of his death.

Pop Smoke’s ‘Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon’ Breaks No. 1 Record on Top Rap Albums Chart

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The late rapper’s posthumous debut, Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon, breaks the…
 

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Texans QB Deshaun Watson now facing 16 lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct

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Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is now facing 16 civil lawsuits alleging sexual harassment and assault after two more were filed against him on Tuesday.  The 14th lawsuit was filed Monday night and appeared on the Harris County District Clerk’s website on Tuesday morning. This comes after six other lawsuits were filed Monday, including one alleging that Watson sexually assaulted a woman earlier this month. The new lawsuits filed later on Tuesday state that the incidents occurred in May 2020 and October 2020. 

Watson’s lawyer Rusty Hardin said in a statement Tuesday that his law firm has “strong evidence” showing that at least one of the accusers attempted to blackmail Watson. That now “calls into question the legitimacy of the other cases as well,” adding that he believes “any allegation that Deshaun forced a woman to commit a sexual act is completely false.” The blackmail allegedly occurred in January 2021 when an accuser requested $30,000 in exchange for her “indefinite silence about what she stated was a consensual encounter.” 

All 16 of the lawsuits have been filed by Houston attorney Tony Buzbee, who said that 24 women have come forward with allegations about Watson. 

Texans QB Deshaun Watson hit with three more lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct

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Three more women have come forward with allegations of sexual misconduct against Houston Texans…
 

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Veteran QB Joe Flacco signs one-year, $3.5 million contract with Philadelphia Eagles

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Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco has agreed to a contract with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Flacco’s agents confirmed on Twitter the deal for one year and $3.5 million (up to $4 million with incentives.) The 36-year-old Flacco spent the 2020 season with the New York Jets and made five appearances while filling in for an injured Sam Darnold. He finished with 864 yards, six touchdowns and three interceptions. A neck injury during the 2019 season knocked Flacco out of play after eight games of his first year with the Denver Broncos. He had thrown for 1,822 yards, six touchdowns and five interceptions during that time, and the team was 2-6 with him under center.

Philadelphia Eagles agree to deal with QB Joe Flacco

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The Philadelphia Eagles have a new backup quarterback and it appears the franchise will now…
 

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Bethenny Frankel engaged to Paul Bernon after finalizing divorce from ex-husband Jason Hoppy

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Former Real Housewives of New York City star Bethenny Frankel is engaged to boyfriend Paul Bernon, coming just after she finalized her contentious divorce from  ex-husband Jason Hoppy. Hoppy and Frankel, both 50, wed in 2010 and separated in December 2012, with Frankel filing for divorce a month later. They reached a financial settlement in July 2016, however, remained at odds over custody of their 10-year-old daughter Bryn for years.

Frankel started dating Bernon, a film producer and real estate developer, in 2018. The two recently sparked engagement rumors when Frankel was spotted wearing a massive diamond ring over the weekend in Florida.

‘RHONY’ Star Bethenny Frankel Engaged To Boyfriend After Finalizing Nasty Divorce

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Bethenny Frankel is engaged — just weeks after finalizing her nasty divorce with her…
 

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Chelsea Handler suffers multiple injuries after skiing accident

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Chelsea Handler revealed she sustained multiple injuries after a recent skiing trip. Handler took to her Instagram Story to reveal: “I have a torn meniscus, two broken toes, I think, one is definitely broken. One might just be in a bad mood. And my arm broke a tree so…But I can ski down almost anything now.” While detailing the injuries, Handler remained in good spirits.

Handler later took to Twitter to note that she did not have a single skiing accident and that she was merely recapping injuries she’s sustained over time while working to improve herself as a skier: “I keep falling like this I mean you’re supposed to teach me,” she said in one video that sees her legs stuck in a pile of snow after a wipeout. “I skied into one tree today, and ski patrol was skiing with me….I mean it’s just ridiculous. I get no respect form the mountain.”

Back in February, Handler said that she had decided to move to Canada for the winter on a temporary visa after following mandatory quarantine rules due to the coronavirus, and while there has hired a private instructor to help improve her skiing.

Chelsea Handler Says She Has a ‘Torn Meniscus’ and at Least 1 Broken Toe After Skiing Injury

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Chelsea Handler’s body took a beating during her last day on the slopes. On Sunday, the…
 

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Taylor Swift donates $50,000 to mother of five whose husband died of COVID-19

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Taylor Swift has generously donated $50,000 to a mother of five children who was devastatingly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Swift and her mom Andrea donated the exact goal amount of a GoFundMe dedicated to Vickie Quarles, the mother of five daughters whose husband, Theodis Ray Quarles, died of COVID-19. Their donation made the fundraiser’s total amount for the Quarles family $61,268 at press time.

Back in December, Swift donated $13,000 to two mothers via their GoFundMe pages who were struggling to pay their bills during the pandemic, saying she was inspired by a Washington Post article that spotlighted Americans who were behind on rent. The 31-year-old singer has been helping out those in need since the beginning of the pandemic, sending out ‘Swiftie stimulus checks’ to her fans who had lost their jobs during the ongoing pandemic. 

Taylor Swift Donates $50K To Mother Of 5 Who Lost Her Husband To COVID-19

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RELATED: Taylor Swift Donates Money To Fans’ Fundraiser To Help People Of Colour The goal…
 

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Cardi B earns her fifth No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100 with “Up”

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“Up” has become Cardi B’s fifth song to hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. “Up” marks her fifth No. 1 hit to date, following the chart dominance of “Bodak Yellow,” “I Like It,” Maroon 5’s “Girls Like You,” and “WAP” with Megan Thee Stallion. 

“Up” is expected to appear on Cardi B’s as-yet untitled sophomore album, which is still in the works.

Take a listen and a look at the video for Cardi’s “Up” at the link – here.

Cardi B’s ‘Up’ Is Now Her Fifth No. 1 Song On The Hot 100 Chart And She’s Beyond Excited

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Cardi’s fifth No. 1 hit, which extends her record for the most No. 1 songs by a female…
 

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Brooklyn Nets’ Kyrie Irving to miss next three games due to ‘family matter’

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The Brooklyn Nets announced on Monday that point guard Kyrie Irving will miss the team’s next three games because of a family matter. The franchise said that Irving will sit out Brooklyn’s upcoming road games against the Portland Trail Blazers, Utah Jazz and Detroit Pistons. 

The Nets are already short-handed entering their three-game road trip. Kevin Durant has been out since Feb. 13 due to a hamstring strain. Brooklyn also will be without Landry Shamet, who has emerged as a key reserve player. Shamet suffered a sprained right ankle against the Washington Wizards on Sunday and won’t travel with the team Monday.

Irving has been in and out of the Nets’ starting lineup this season, appearing in 31 of their 43 games. He missed two weeks in January for a personal absence. During that time away from the club, he broke the NBA’s COVID-19 protocols, which further delayed his return, and he was fined for disregarding the league’s coronavirus guidelines. In 31 games this season, Irving has averaged a career-best 28.1 points on 52% shooting. He also is averaging 5.7 assists and 4.8 rebounds per game.

Nets’ Kyrie Irving will miss next three games due to personal matter

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Now, the Nets announced they’ll be down another player as Kyrie Irving is expected to miss the…
 

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NY Giants sign former-Titans cornerback Adoree Jackson to 3-year, $44.5M deal

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The NY Giants have agreed to a three-year, $39 million deal with former-Titans cornerback Adoree Jackson. The 25-year-old Jackson was selected by the Titans with the No. 18 pick in the 2017 NFL draft, tallying two interceptions and 33 passes defended in 41 career starts.

The Giants made an active effort to recruit Jackson in recent days, with defensive back Logan Ryan flying to New York to meet with the free-agent cornerback. New York posted the NFL’s No. 9 scoring defense last season as it finished second in the  NFC East at 6–10. The Giants enter 2021 seeking their first playoff win since 2011.

Giants reportedly sign ex-Titans cornerback Adoree’ Jackson to 3-year deal

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The New York Giants stayed busy in free agency on Monday, reportedly signing former Titans…
 

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Wallis Day takes over role of Kate Kane in CW series “Batwoman”

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“Batwoman” has cast Wallis Day in the role of an “altered” Kate Kane, the part formerly played by the show’s former star, Ruby Rose. Season 2 of The CW superhero series centered around Ryan Wilder (played by Javicia Leslie) as the new Batwoman, amid the mysterious disappearance of Kate Kane. However on Sunday’s episode, the audience discovered that the missing Kate Kane is alive but bandaged and unrecognizable. Fans will find out in subsequent episodes that she is bandaged due to injuries she sustained in the crash and that she is being held hostage.

Day will play this “altered version” of Kate Kane, with the second half of “Batwoman” Season 2 revealing where Kate has been, and what that means for her character going forward. The CW confirmed that the season will also continue to focus on the journey of Leslie’s Ryan Wilder, “which solidifies that she is and will continue to be our only Batwoman.” Along with Leslie, “Batwoman” Season 2 stars Dougray Scott, Rachel Skarsten, Meagan Tandy, Nicole Kang and Camrus Johnson.

Batwoman Reveals Who’s Taking Over Ruby Rose’s Kate Kane Role

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Per the publication, Leslie will continue to be Batwoman. She is the first Black actress to play…
 

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