Questions about voting access are making headlines following reports of confusion and possible voter suppression during the recent Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in Texas. During the election, several voters reported being turned away from polling locations where they said they had voted for years. Some residents said they were instructed to go to […]
Today’s DIVA’S DAILY DIRT is packed with major headlines from Hollywood and the music world. First up, filmmaker Tyler Perry is pushing back against a massive legal claim. Perry has formally responded in Los Angeles Superior Court after being sued in a lawsuit for $77 million by actor Mario Rodriguez. According to Perry’s legal team, the accusations have no legal merit and […]
Paramount-Skydance has confirmed plans to combine Paramount+ and HBO Max into a single platform once its reported $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery is complete. CEO David Ellison says the consolidation would create a streaming footprint of more than 200 million direct-to-consumer subscribers. For viewers, that could mean fewer separate subscriptions and one centralized hub for hit shows currently split across platforms. In […]
First up, Cardi B is still monitoring blogger Tasha K after their high-profile defamation case. Though Tasha K was sued in a lawsuit and agreed to pay nearly $4 million in a settlement, newly filed documents tied to her Florida bankruptcy case show Cardi is now requesting detailed records of Tasha’s income. The Bronx rapper reportedly wants a full […]
A major change to federal SNAP benefits is now in effect, and thousands of Maryland residents could feel the impact. The new federal rule, which took effect Sunday, expands work requirements and tightens documentation standards for recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Federal officials say the goal is to encourage more people to […]
Award season is in full swing, and Ryan Coogler is making history. At the 32nd annual Actor Awards, formerly known as the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Coogler became the first director to earn two ensemble wins. Michael B. Jordan also picked up Best Actor honors for his dual role performance. Over at the NAACP Image […]
Residents across Maryland are being warned about a new wave of tech scams targeting unsuspecting drivers. The Maryland judiciary and local officials are cautioning the public after reports of text messages and voicemails claiming unpaid toll violations and threatening court action. These messages often include QR codes or phone numbers, instructing recipients to pay immediately […]
Fans are still reacting to Netflix’s America’s Next Top Model documentary, with former contestants weighing in on the revelations. Some shared that, while their own experiences were positive, the documentary highlighted painful stories that struck a chord with viewers, sparking conversations about the show’s legacy. Meanwhile, Ray J has been facing a tough week amid ongoing legal […]
A draft executive order reportedly circulating among allies of Donald Trump is drawing renewed attention to the 2020 presidential election. According to reports, pro-Trump activists claim they are coordinating with the White House on a 17-page proposal that alleges China interfered in the 2020 election. The draft reportedly argues that such interference could justify declaring a national […]
It is officially Megan season! Megan Thee Stallion is taking her talents to Broadway with a debut role in Moulin Rouge! The Musical. The Houston superstar will play a gender-flipped version of nightclub impresario Harold Zidler during an eight-week engagement from March 24th through May 17th in New York. Megan says theater is pushing her creatively, requiring a […]
Washington, D.C. was at the center of national attention after former President Donald Trump delivered what was described as the longest State of the Union address in American history. During the speech, Trump repeatedly framed the country as being in a “golden age,” highlighting immigration crackdowns, tax cuts, increased deportations, and economic investments as signs of progress—claims […]
Black excellence was front and center as night two of the virtual pre-show for the NAACP Image Awards delivered major wins ahead of this weekend’s televised ceremony. Cardi B continued her winning streak, earning Outstanding Album for Am I the Drama? and Outstanding Hip-Hop Song for “Earth Time.” The rapper also previously earned an Image Award for her role as a […]