Day: October 6, 2025

Swedish rapper Hamko was fatally shot Friday afternoon while standing outside a restaurant in Puerto Banus, Spain, in what Spanish officials described as a targeted daylight attack that left tourists scrambling for safety and police swiftly arresting a suspect.

The 25-year-old Swedish rapper was smoking and speaking on his phone around 2:30 p.m. when a gunman stepped out from behind a black van and opened fire at close range.

Surveillance footage captured the shooter tossing his own cigarette before pulling a firearm from behind his back and unleashing several rounds as Hamko tried to duck between tables on the terrace.

A witness added that they heard “six or seven shots” from what sounded like “a very powerful weapon.” Diners and pedestrians nearby dropped to the ground or fled in panic as bullets flew.

Emergency responders transported Hamko to Costa del Sol Hospital in Marbella, but he died shortly after arriving.

Authorities later apprehended a 38-year-old man, also Swedish and described by local press as being of Afghan descent, near the scene. Police have not released further details about the suspect or motive.

The killing has reignited scrutiny of Sweden’s ongoing battle with organized crime, especially in light of Karimi’s past ties to Einar, Sweden’s most prominent rapper, who was murdered in Stockholm in October 2021.

Hamko and Einar were reportedly childhood friends who grew up in the same Stockholm neighborhood, though they were no longer close at the time of Einar’s death.

Einar, whose real name was Nils Grönberg, was 19 when he was shot and killed in what police also labeled an execution. He had been expected to testify in a criminal case involving his 2020 kidnapping, which implicated rival rapper Yasin Mahamoud.

Yasin was later convicted for helping lure Einar to a studio where he was attacked.

Spanish authorities have not confirmed whether Hamko’s murder is connected to any gang activity, but the Costa del Sol has increasingly become a hotspot for international criminal networks, including those with ties to Sweden.

A 38-year-old man has been arrested and the investigation is ongoing.

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Diddy is gearing up for a legal counterstrike after a federal judge sentenced him to more than four years in prison and slapped him with a $500,000 fine for transporting individuals across state lines for sex.

The 55-year-old Hip-Hop mogul was acquitted of the most severe charges, sex trafficking and racketeering, which could have resulted in a life sentence. But his legal team says the conviction itself is flawed and plans to challenge it.

“Both the guidelines calculation and the sentence took account of conduct for which Mr. Combs was acquitted by a jury,” defense attorney Marc Agnifilo told the New York Post. “We contend this amounts to legal error.”

The appeal notice is expected to be filed within days.

Combs has already served about a year behind bars following his 2024 arrest. Since the federal system doesn’t offer parole, he could be released in just over three years.

The conviction came after a high-profile trial in Manhattan, where jurors listened to disturbing testimony from several women who described being coerced into drug-fueled “freak-off” sex parties.

Prosecutors leaned on the Mann Act, a 1910 law that criminalizes transporting people across state lines for illicit sexual activity. Combs’ attorneys argued the encounters were “consensual.”

The legal saga is just one chapter in a long history of allegations involving the Bad Boy Records founder. His criminal record dates back to 1996, when he was convicted of criminal mischief after allegedly threatening a photographer with a firearm.

The current wave of litigation began in 2023 when R&B; singer Cassie Ventura filed a lawsuit accusing Combs of rape and years of abuse. That case was settled in under 24 hours for $20 million, a move that legal experts say may have encouraged other accusers to come forward.

Since then, nearly 100 civil lawsuits have been filed against Combs across the country, alleging everything from sexual assault to harassment and emotional abuse.

Combs is currently being held at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center. It’s unclear where he will serve the remainder of his sentence, though a transfer to a low-security facility near his Miami home is being considered.

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Bad Bunny and his upcoming Super Bowl halftime performance have drawn sharp criticism from Trump administration officials who continue to warn of potential immigration crackdowns at the 2026 NFL championship in California.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem lashed out at the NFL’s decision to book the Puerto Rican-born reggaeton star, claiming the league’s executives “won’t be able to sleep at night” after choosing him to headline the show.

“They suck, and we’ll win, and God will bless us, and we’ll stand and be proud of ourselves at the end of the day,” Noem said during an interview with conservative host Benny Johnson. “They won’t be able to sleep at night because they don’t know what they believe, and they’re so weak, we’ll fix it.”

Noem also confirmed that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will be deployed at the event.

“We’re going to enforce the law,” she said. “So I think people should not be coming to the Super Bowl unless there are law-abiding Americans who love this country.”

The Grammy-winning artist previously canceled his U.S. tour dates this year, citing fears that ICE agents could target Latino attendees. In a September interview with i-D magazine, he said, “There was the issue of — like, f—ing ICE could be outside [my concert]. And it’s something that we were talking about and very concerned about.”

Corey Lewandowski, a senior adviser at the Department of Homeland Security and longtime Trump ally, echoed Noem’s message, warning undocumented immigrants to stay away from the Super Bowl.

“There is nowhere you can provide safe haven to people who are in this country illegally,” Lewandowski said on The Benny Show. “Not the Super Bowl and nowhere else. We will find you and apprehend you and put you in a detention facility, and deport you.”

He also took aim at the NFL’s performer selection. “It’s so shameful they’ve decided to pick somebody who seems to hate America so much to represent them at the halftime show,” Lewandowski said.

Despite the rhetoric, Bad Bunny addressed the issue during his monologue on SNL last night.

By the way, Bad Bunny is a U.S. citizen. Congress granted American citizenship to Puerto Ricans in 1917 through the Jones Act. Anyone born in Puerto Rico is automatically a U.S. citizen.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt attempted to walk back the idea of a formal ICE operation at the game, saying, “As far as ICE being at the Super Bowl, as far as I’m aware there’s no tangible plan for that in store right now.”

Still, she reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to immigration enforcement.

“This administration is always going to arrest and deport illegal immigrants when we find them if they are criminals.”

The NFL announced Bad Bunny’s halftime show slot in late September, making him the first reggaeton artist to headline the event. Super Bowl LX is set for February 2026 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

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Cardi B and Nicki Minaj Rumors Take a Strange Turn as Fake Eminem Quote Spreads

Cardi B and Nicki Minaj’s long-running feud has cooled considerably in recent days, but a bizarre new rumor threatens to reignite online drama. This time, Eminem’s name is being dragged into the mix and it’s completely false.

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Over the weekend, social media lit up with posts claiming Eminem publicly criticized Minaj over her alleged role in involving children in the rap rivalry with Cardi B. The rumor quickly went viral, with considerable shares creating debates, despite the fact there’s zero evidence it ever happened.

Eminem and Minaj did collaborate years ago, but he has no known professional ties to Cardi B—and has not issued any statements about the feud. The so-called “quote” circulating online appears to be fabricated and made up as some sort of experiment.

The timing is also worth a mention. For nearly two days, much of the online conversation had shifted away from the Nicki-Cardi mess to focus on Diddy’s courtroom drama, which dominated headlines. Yes, he got 50 months. But with that news cycle fading, the rumor quickly jumped in the space.

This is one of those times when the internet just gets it wrong. People are spreading this mess and it’s getting out of hand.

The incident has me concerned about misinformation in the social media era. It didn’t start with this silly thing, but it seems far more insidious. With AI-generated content and fake quotes becoming more sophisticated, separating fact from fiction is increasingly difficult. False celebrity statements like this spread fast. People don’t even use Google. For now, there’s nary a sign that Eminem is weighing in on the feud. Not a single credible outlet has reported the alleged comments. But, we’ll debunk it now, before it gets legs.

What is clear is how quickly a made-up narrative can take hold and how easily public perception can be manipulated. If there’s a takeaway: don’t believe everything you read. Come to AHH for the real.

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Come on, y’all. OK, let’s play.

Andre the Giant was a towering force both in and out of the wrestling ring, a massive presence whose warmth and charisma helped him transcend into an icon. But decades after his death, the wrestling legend’s name is being dragged into a bizarre new viral rumor. For God’s sake…this is all wrong.

Social media has erupted with claims that a plus-sized woman rapper with a thick accent is the daughter of the late WWF superstar. The problem? It’s completely false. What in tarnation is wrong with us?

Despite countless users debunking the story, people keep sharing it. Every time I think the internet has hit peak nonsense, another rumor like this comes along. People see someone tall, attach a famous name and suddenly it’s ‘Andre the Giant’s long-lost child.’” We have to do better.

A quick search easily disproves the claim. Andre René Roussimoff — the French wrestling icon known to millions simply as Andre the Giant — had only one child, a daughter named Robin Christensen-Roussimoff. She’s 46 years old, born in France and was raised in the United States.

Robin has maintained a relatively private life (her IG is private, too) but made headlines a few years ago when Netflix released Andre the Giant. The documentary explored her father’s career and personal struggles. She appeared in the film and shared reflections about their distant relationship. Robin only met her father a handful of times due to his grueling wrestling schedule, describing him as “the gentle giant.”

The current rumor claims that a new female rapper is Andre’s secret daughter doesn’t hold up. This is dumb. There’s no connection, no evidence and no NOTHING FROM Andre’s family or estate.

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People are lazy. Andre the Giant’s legacy lives on through his real daughter Robin and that’s all.

Andre’s name deserves better than cheap clickbait! Whoever the rapper is…shout out to you. Now, clear this up for the people on the short bus! They don’t know your name yet!

illseed out!

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Kneecap ignited a political firestorm in Canada after conflicting government statements about the Irish Hip-Hop trio’s alleged ban from entering the country led opposition leaders to accuse Prime Minister Mark Carney’s administration of either dishonesty or political backpedaling.

The controversy began when parliamentary secretary Vince Gasparro declared in September that Kneecap was “ineligible to enter Canada” due to their alleged support for “political violence.”

But the group’s team pushed back hard, saying they never received any official ban and calling the claim “wholly untrue and deeply malicious.”

The dispute escalated when Conservative deputy leader Melissa Lantsman demanded accountability, saying, “Either the parliamentary secretary lied to his constituents and all Canadians knowingly, or the government is cowering now in the face of controversy. But either way, Canadians deserve an answer from a government that has stood on both sides of this issue.”

At the heart of the uproar is a November 2024 concert in London, where Kneecap member Mo Chara, was accused of displaying a Hezbollah flag. Both Canada and the United Kingdom list Hezbollah as a terrorist organization.

But the legal case against Mo Chara collapsed in September when UK Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring dismissed the terrorism charge, calling it “unlawful” and “null” because prosecutors failed to file the case within the required timeframe.

“This entire process was never about me,” Mo Chara said outside the courthouse. “It was always about Gaza, about what happens if you dare to speak up.”

Formed in Belfast in 2017, Kneecap has built a reputation for politically charged lyrics and outspoken support for Palestinian causes. The group performs primarily in Irish Gaelic and has previously been criticized for its stance on Israel’s actions in Gaza.

Jenny Kwan, an NDP Member of Parliament, questioned the timing of Gasparro’s announcement, which came before the UK court ruling. “Canada needs to make sure that such decisions are accountable and that they’re not subject to arbitrary and political weaponization,” she told the National Post_._

The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs had already raised concerns about Kneecap’s planned appearances in Canada, launching an “action alert” in July to press the government for clarity on the group’s admissibility.

Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab has declined to comment, citing privacy laws.

Her department stated that individuals can be denied entry for reasons related to “security, human or international rights violations, or criminal activity,” but refused to address Kneecap’s case directly.

The dispute has exposed deeper divisions within the Liberal Party, especially as tensions over the Israel-Hamas conflict and rising antisemitism continue to dominate political discourse.

Jewish advocacy groups have criticized the federal response to hate crimes since the October 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas.

Kneecap’s Canadian tour dates, including shows in Toronto, remain listed as canceled. Still, the group insists no official ban was ever issued.

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The Smashing Machine is the latest A24 film, directed by Benny Safdie (Good Time, Uncut Gems), and starring Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, Ryan Bader, Bas Rutten and more.

The Smashing Machine tells the turbulent story of Mark Kerr, one of the most dominant MMA fighters of the late 1990s. Instead of covering his entire life, Safdie focuses on the years between 1997 and 2000, when Kerr was an active fighter in Japan’s PRIDE FC organization. In addition to capturing Kerr’s competitive nature and select fights from his career, the film explores the fragility of his personal life and his struggles outside the ring.

The Smashing Machine is a deep character study of Mark Kerr — the man, the warrior, and the individual grappling with harmful addictions that nearly placed him on the path to self-destruction. I found the film both thoughtful and informative, highlighting Kerr’s fighting spirit, the pressure he put on himself to win, and the complex relationship he had with his girlfriend, Dawn. By capturing a focused period of his life, the film does an earnest job juxtaposing Kerr’s warrior-like mindset with his gentle spirit outside the ring.

Throughout its two-hour, three-minute runtime, the film delves into heavy themes such as resilience, vulnerability, love and co-dependency. It also exposing the darker inner workings of the early MMA industry. Rather than relying solely on the feel-good clichés common to many sports biopics, the film is unafraid to get downright ugly at times. From the toxicity of his romantic relationship to the painful toll of his fight career and the addiction that nearly killed him, The Smashing Machine unflinchingly depicts the toll these struggles took on Kerr.

In terms of performances, supporting players such as Ryan Bader (as Mark Coleman) and Bas Rutten (playing himself) serve the story well as Kerr’s close friend and fight trainer, respectively. Both have strong on-screen chemistry in their scenes with Johnson. Emily Blunt gives a standout performance as Dawn, Kerr’s girlfriend, bringing to life an on-screen dynamic with Johnson that is compassionate, complex, toxic and heartbreaking.

As for Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, I thought he did an excellent job portraying Mark Kerr. As a longtime fan of Johnson’s work as a wrestler, entertainer and Hollywood action star, I found this to be the most challenging acting role of his career. Johnson rises to the occasion, immersing himself in the character with emotion, nuance, depth and vulnerability. He exudes Kerr’s fighting style, mannerisms, and soft-spoken vocal inflections. Johnson reportedly gained 30 pounds of muscle for the role, and this effort — combined with the exceptional prosthetic work of the makeup team — showcases the dedication of Johnson and the production to authentically bringing Kerr to the screen.

In terms of direction, Benny Safdie delivers an up-close and personal look into the tumultuous world of Mark Kerr. He combines careful direction with the unflinching, handheld-style camerawork of cinematographer Maceo Bishop to create a unique visual aesthetic. The fight sequences feel raw and unpolished rather than overly stylized, adding a sense of realism throughout. Rounding out the film’s strong production is the quiet, jazz-influenced score by Nala Sinephro, which complements the chaos of Kerr’s life.

On the critical side, the film’s pacing is occasionally uneven due to recurring moments of melodrama. Additionally, the editing sometimes lacks the polish seen in other films in the genre. That said, one could argue the film intentionally mirrors the natural “ebbs and flows” of the 2002 documentary on Kerr on which it is largely based.

Overall, I found The Smashing Machine to be a straightforward yet thoughtful and introspective film. Backed by strong performances and a commitment to character authenticity, it offers an honest and moving portrait of Mark Kerr. While it may not carry the cinematic weight of more recent sports biopics like 2023’s The Iron Claw, it succeeds in providing an open and heartfelt portrait of an MMA legend.

The Smashing Machine is showing in theaters everywhere and comes highly recommended for fans of Mark Kerr, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson or the sport of MMA in general.

Rating: 4 out of 5.

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Promoters pulled the plug on Chris Brown’s upcoming Memphis concert, abruptly canceling the October 18 stop of his Breezy Bowl XX tour at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium—a show that would have marked the venue’s first major concert in 25 years.

Ticketmaster confirmed the cancellation but didn’t offer a reason. Refunds will be processed automatically within 14 to 21 days, according to the ticketing platform.

The Memphis date was set to feature Bryson Tiller and Jhené Aiko as special guests and would have been a landmark event for the stadium, which typically hosts college football games and the Southern Heritage Classic.

Despite the Memphis cancellation, Brown’s Breezy Bowl XX tour has been a financial juggernaut. As reported by Billboard, the tour has generated $241.4 million in gross revenue and moved 1.7 million tickets as of September 27.

That’s a 193% jump in earnings and a 270% spike in attendance compared to his previous tour. The tour has also shifted Brown from arenas to ballparks, tripling audience capacity.

In August alone, he pulled in $96.8 million from 14 shows, topping Billboard’s monthly touring chart for the first time in his career. The European leg was equally lucrative, bringing in $58.5 million from 14 sold-out dates and nearly half a million tickets sold.

Brown’s career has long walked a line between commercial success and legal drama.

In 2025, he was arrested in the United Kingdom after being accused of assaulting a music producer with a tequila bottle at a London nightclub. He pleaded not guilty to the charges in June.

Earlier this year, Brown also filed a $500 million lawsuit against Warner Bros., claiming a documentary falsely depicted him as a “serial abuser.”

Despite the legal turbulence, the Breezy Bowl XX tour rolls on.

With seven shows left, and an average of $7 million per stop in North America, analysts expect the tour to rake in another $45 million to $50 million.

That would push Brown’s career touring revenue past $500 million, placing him among the top-earning R&B performers in history.

The Memphis show was intended to honor Brown’s 20-year milestone in music, celebrating his evolution from a teenage breakout to a stadium-level headliner.

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Latto addressed her long-running feud with Nicki Minaj and her recent reconciliation with Ice Spice during a lighthearted moment on Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen” Sunday night (October 5).

Appearing alongside Gizelle Bryant, the Atlanta rapper was hit with what Cohen called “the number one question” circulating online.

“Love seeing you and Ice Spice make peace. How did it happen, and will you be able to work things out with Nicki Minaj, too?” Cohen asked.

Latto laughed before diving into her answer.

“Okay, one at a time. First one, girls, you know we just… her team reached out to my team… we figured it out. At first, I was like mmh, but then I was like hmm,” she said, describing how the Ice Spice truce came together.

When it came to the possibility of ending her tension with Minaj, Latto didn’t shut the door.

“Yeah, I’m open to you know, rekindling with anybody,” she said.

Cohen followed up with a nudge, “Okay, you and Nicki… You gonna be back with Gizelle’s friend, Nicki?”

Bryant quickly added, “Yes, we love Nicki. We do.”

Latto replied simply, “I did, too.”

The Nicki Minaj-Latto feud erupted in October 2022 after Minaj publicly criticized the Recording Academy for moving her hit “Super Freaky Girl” out of the rap category while allowing Latto’s “Big Energy” to remain.

The disagreement spiraled into a heated exchange on social media, including leaked private messages and public jabs.

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Latto shut down pregnancy rumors with a side of humor after images from her recent set at the Force Festival in Japan had social media sleuths convinced she’s expecting a child with 21 Savage.

The chatter kicked off when photos and videos from her performance began circulating online, with some viewers claiming they spotted a baby bump.

Yeah she pregnant pic.twitter.com/XXg5RKyqyl

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The online theories gained traction quickly, especially since Latto confirmed her long-rumored relationship with the Atlanta rapper, calling him “my man” and “my husband” during an interview last month.

Rather than issue a formal denial, Latto took to Instagram to poke fun at the speculation, posting more photos and a video from her Japan trip with the caption: “Too much wagyu & ramen.”

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The post was widely seen as her way of brushing off the pregnancy talk without directly addressing it. But not everyone bought it.

Some commenters weren’t ready to let it go, dropping replies like: “Photo shop too good … I’ll see that baby in bout 4-5 months,” and “That’s what i said and now my daughter 6th birthday this week boo.” Another user asked bluntly, “Sis you pregnant or what? The people need to know.”

Despite the buzz, there’s no official confirmation or credible evidence that Latto is pregnant.

Latto and 21 Savage’s relationship has been a topic of curiosity since late 2020, when fans began connecting dots through their collaborations and subtle online interactions.

Observers pointed out tattoos behind both artists’ ears—hers says “Sheyaa,” his legal name, and he reportedly has “Alyssa,” her real name, inked in the same spot.

For years, the pair kept their romance under wraps. Latto often spoke about having a “private man” who spoiled her, while 21 Savage denied the dating rumors in interviews.

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