Pooh Shiesty is not back in prison, according to confirmation from his record label. DJ Akademiks reported that representatives clarified the Memphis rapper remains free. He is still serving home confinement until April, as previously scheduled. The label explained Shiesty is officially listed as reporting to a Dallas halfway house since his release. This is a procedural designation that has not changed. Because he is on home confinement, that status remains so until April. This is when his sentence is set to conclude. Speculation about his custody status began circulating online after his close associate, Bendadon, appeared on a livestream. Viewers misinterpreted a brief phone conversation during the stream. This led to false reports that Shiesty had been taken back into custody. With the clarification now public, Shiesty’s legal situation remains unchanged. His anticipated release timeline is still on track for April. View this post on Instagram

The New England Patriots’ Wild Card victory over the Los Angeles Chargers sparked celebration across the fan base, including from Cardi B, whose partner, Stefon Diggs, played a pivotal role in the win. The rapper quickly took to social media, sharing her excitement as the postseason momentum built. The moment blended football triumph with celebrity attention, a familiar intersection for Cardi and Diggs. In a video posted shortly after the game, Cardi captured the mood with a grin, declaring, “That’s what I mean! Take them to Tulum,” suggesting a well-earned escape for the team. She continued engaging fans on X, posting a clip from America’s Next Top Model and asking, “My Pat nation family, how are we feeling tonight?….we did that!!” The posts reflected both pride and relief as New England advanced. Cardi B and Stefon Diggs made their relationship public following her separation from Offset, a transition that unfolded quickly in the public eye. The couple welcomed their son in November, marking a major personal milestone. Yet even as celebrations play out online, Diggs remains entangled in serious legal matters. Cardi B watching the Patriots game tonight via Instagram stories. pic.twitter.com/oddp6YbMmN — Fan Account | #BLM (@BardiUpdatess) January 12, 2026 Patriots Respond as Playoffs Continue Diggs is facing felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault charges tied to an alleged confrontation with a former private chef over financial disputes. He has denied the accusations. Cardi previously addressed the claims in a now-deleted post, stating, “Not once has that woman said anything to me about being touched… NOT ONCE!!,” according to TMZ. Diggs’ arraignment has been rescheduled from January 23 to February 9 at the request of his legal team, a delay prosecutors did not oppose. The New England Patriots addressed the situation in a brief statement, signaling support while the legal process unfolds. A spokesperson said, “Stefon has informed the organization that he categorically denies the allegations. We stand by Stefon and will continue gathering information while fully cooperating with relevant authorities and the NFL. Due to ongoing legal matters, we will refrain from further comments.” On the field, New England now awaits its next matchup against either the Houston Texans or the Pittsburgh Steelers. Elsewhere during Wildcard Weekend, wins by the Los Angeles Rams, Chicago Bears, Buffalo Bills, and San Francisco 49ers helped shape a postseason defined by tight margins and rising tension—both on the scoreboard and beyond it.

Adin Ross has finally decided to stop discussing Doechii. During a recent stream, Ross noted it was time to “move on.” In Ross’ opinion, now that tensions have died down, people who were commenting on the situation, such as YouTuber and music critic Anthony Fantano, will lose engagement. Last week, he released a YouTube video titled Adin Ross Is Pathetic. “A lot of these Twitter people, you’ll never hear about them ever again,” he says. The controversial Kick streamer had been embroiled in an ongoing beef with the TDE rapper for the past several weeks. Things heated up after Doechii dropped off her latest single, “Girl, Get Up,” featuring SZA. Ross went on a tirade, referring to the rapper as a “stupid, smelly whore.” The conversation around the beef reached a boiling point when well-known LA rapper and Crip affiliate Glasses Malone recently hopped into the chat to check on Adin Ross. According to Glasses, things went way too far, and Ross has gone out of bounds. “I don’t give a f*ck if you think that sh*t dissing you,” Malone said. “You not finna just be sitting up there talking shit that Black woman. On god, bro. If you keep doing it, I’ma start pressing all the n*ggas around you.” Adin Ross has declared he’s officially done discussing Doechii and the whole beef, and he’s looking forward to watching all the people who were dragging him and talking smack during the drama see their social media engagement and numbers start tanking. pic.twitter.com/U9g6Fcx1OA — Adin Updates (@AdinUpdatess) January 10, 2026 Adin Ross Claps Back At Glasses Malone The OG makes it clear that while he can’t get to Ross, he has no problem getting those closest to him. “All the n*ggas around you don’t got yo money, they don’t got none of that sh*t…I’ma make it my business to make all the crips start pressing the n*ggas you around. All the n*ggas that’s Black around you, all the n*ggas who let you get that off.” It didn’t take long for Ross to catch wind of the Glasses’ comments. Ross hopped on stream, calling him a “fat simp.” Ross also threatened to call the police if Malone ever tried to approach him. In his opinion, Doechii is, in fact, a “plant,” and he has the right to say so regardless of race. However, Ross doesn’t appear to understand the harsh scrutiny Black women, specifically dark-skinned Black women, face. As a white man, his vitriolic comments only help stoke the fires of racism and misogyny throughout the digital space.

On Saturday (Jan.11), Teddy Riley reposted what appears to be a remix of Chris Brown’s “It Depends” by R.Kelly. Along with offering his co-sign on the track, he shared a big surprise for the singer’s fans. According to Riley, he and Kelly have been working on new music set to be released soon. He also wished Kelly a belated happy birthday. The singer’s birthday was earlier this week on Thursday, Jan.8, making him 59 years old. “Still the King of R&B Bar None!!!! Can’t wait for yall to hear the new music!!! Til then teaser missiles will be dropping!!! It’s about that time for real music!!! #legendary #letsgo !!!R.KELLY THE KING!!! HAPPY BDAY,” he wrote in the post’s caption. However, the post’s comment section was split down the middle—some siding with Riley’s choice to platform R.Kelly and others accusing the producer of looking past his crimes. View this post on Instagram The singer has face multiple accusations of sexual abuse going back to 1991 R. Kelly, whose real name is Robert Sylvester Kelly, is currently serving a 30-year sentence in federal prison for racketeering and sex trafficking. Despite dozens of allegations of sexual abuse going back to 1991, the disgraced singer has maintained support from his loyal fans. According to one of the commenters on the post, there’s an “obsession with celebrity and being entertained no matter what the cost is why he was able to continue to do what he was doing.” Another person directly asked Riley, tagging him, writing, “Why would you support, promote, and work with someone who has committed so many atrocities to young women. As a father of two daughters, I couldn’t possibly reconcile within myself to ever support and endorse this kind of behavior and actions. We have to expect and demand more of ourselves and others. Would you still work with him if he violated your daughter?”

Earlier this week, TMZ reported that several of Diddy’s employees had not been receiving payment since the controversial mogul entered prison. Sources close to the situation told TMZ that Bad Boy founder’s funds were being handled by a business management firm, Tri Star Sports & Entertainment. The outlet claims Diddy’s money is being held on a tight leash. On the other hand, according to his rep, Juda Engelmayer, that is not the case. “People, personnel, and attorneys are all being paid, and no one is leaving.” He added, “Sean Combs controls his own finances. Everyone gets paid for their work once it’s completed and confirmed, after routine review.” TMZ also reported that finances were not only allegedly tight for employees, but for Diddy’s family. Reps tell the outlet that before any money can be dolled out, an invoice must be submitted through Tri Star. Diddy is currently serving out a 50-month sentence at Fort Dix for violating two counts of the Mann Act. LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 07: Diddy performs at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire in a special one night only event at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire on November 07, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Samir Hussein/Getty Images for Sean Diddy Combs) President Donald Trump Responds To Diddy Pardon Allegations In other news, Diddy recently sent in a formal petition to President Donald Trump for clemency through a written letter, The New York Times reports. In a recent two-hour interview, Trump confirmed he received the correspondence. However, he indicated he does not intend to grant the pardon. While rumors of such a request had circulated, Thursday’s acknowledgment marks the first official confirmation. Trump confirmed the request, stating, “He asked me for a pardon,” and noted that the letter exists. However, he chose not to release it. Despite Diddy’s formal appeal, the president remains firm in his decision. Following the news of his request being denied, 50 Cent didn’t waste time trolling Diddy.  Posting on Instagram, he wrote, “What part of no don’t you understand?” He followed by referencing Diddy’s past public criticism of Trump, suggesting those remarks made clemency unrealistic. The response aligned with a familiar pattern—using humor and provocation to shape the narrative online.

TMZ reports that Stefon Diggs won’t be heading into a courtroom until the playoff season is done. Per court documents, Diggs’ attorney argued that the football player was unable to make his initial arraignment on Jan.23, because of a “previously-scheduled professional commitment.”According to the outlet, the New England Patriots star’s court date has been pushed back until Feb.13, nearly a week after the 2026 Super Bowl. The football player is currently facing “felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery charges.” The alleged victim, Diggs’ ex-chef, says the violent interaction happened after a heated dispute over pay. However, Diggs has denied all wrongdoing. His girlfriend and child’s mother, Cardi B, has come out in support of her man, accusing the ex-chef of lying. ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 21: Stefon Diggs #14 of the Buffalo Bills reacts during the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Highmark Stadium on January 21, 2024 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Timothy T Ludwig/Getty Images) Offset Allegedly Threatens To Shoot Stefon Diggs In Leaked FaceTime Call Internet personality, Celina Powell, isn’t done spilling tea on Offset. On Friday (Jan.9), during an episode of her 2 Girls From Mars podcast, Powell shared a video from a prior FaceTime conversation with the rapper. In the clip, Offset appears to threaten harm against Stefon Diggs. The NFL player has been in a relationship and has a child with the rapper’s estranged wife, Cardi B. “If I catch Buddy and I can catch him, its gone be bad,” he said. While he doesn’t directly call Diggs by name, there’s been speculation online that Diggs is, in fact, the “Buddy” the rapper was referring to. Powell asks if the rapper plans to “beat him up,” to which Offset responds, “beat, strip, shot in the knee, all typa of sh*t.” She also reveals that Offset told her that things between Cardi B and Diggs aren’t what they appear to be. According to Powell’s recollection from the conversation, when Cardi B gave birth to their child, Diggs was only present “a few hours” because there was a hiccup when signing the birth certificate.

Internet personality, Celina Powell, isn’t done spilling tea on Offset. On Friday (Jan.9), during an episode of her 2 Girls From Mars podcast, Powell shared a video from a prior FaceTime conversation with the rapper. In the clip, Offset appears to threaten harm to Stefon Diggs. The NFL player has been in a relationship and has a child with the rapper’s estranged wife, Cardi B. “If I catch Buddy and I can catch him, its gone be bad,” he said. While he doesn’t directly call Diggs by name, there’s been speculation online that Diggs is, in fact, the “Buddy” the rapper was referring to. Powell asks if the rapper plans to “beat him up,” to which Offset responds, “beat, strip, shot in the knee, all typa of sh*t.” She also reveals that Offset told her that things between Cardi B and Diggs aren’t what they appear to be. According to Powell’s recollection from the conversation, when Cardi B gave birth to their child, Diggs was only present “a few hours” because there was a hiccup when signing the birth certificate. Powell claims that the Bronx rapper was told that only her husband, Offset, would be able to sign as the father because they were still legally married. Apparently, Diggs became upset, left the facility, and didn’t speak to Cardi for three days. Celina Powell shares phone call of Offset saying he was gonna shoot Stefon Diggs in the knee when he catches him : 2 Girls From Mars Podcast: https://t.co/UrNTKPDqZR pic.twitter.com/Lmjbegyvyd — Block Topickz (formerly Glock Topickz) (@BlockTopickz) January 10, 2026 Celina Powell Shares NSFW Video In Bed With Offset Last week, Celina Powell exposed how Offset spent his New Year’s Day, sharing an NSFW clip of the two in bed on her Instagram account, with the implication that they made a sextape. The clip, posted to her account, shows Powell naked under the covers while Offset sleeps next to her, the room lit by the glow of a hotel television. As the camera moves closer to Offset’s face, Powell flashes her middle finger toward him, then pulls back, letting the visual linger. Powell’s has a long history of controversy involving rappers. The imagery in the clip adds further suspicion that they made a sextape. “Made a tape last night & all u heard was him in the video, lol,” she wrote, adding, “Offset you sleepy boy,” followed by exhausted-face emojis. Powell and Offset have been linked to each other in the past, according to the socialite in previous interviews. By suggesting that “all u heard was him,” Powell implied that the rap star was oversatisfied by the encounter. The tone blended sarcasm, control, and spectacle

On Friday (Jan. 9), an Instagram page, Rockland Records, posted what appears to be a remix of Chris Brown’s “It Depends” track from R.Kelly. Not long after the post circulated, Brown caught wind and offered his thoughts. Chris Brown was quite fond of the track, it seems, dropping fire emojis in the post’s comment section. That said, there’s speculation on whether the track is, in fact, real or artificially generated. On the one hand, in the remixed track, the voice, which appears to be R.Kelly, does address any possible AI allegations. “Yo, this is Kellz, I’m in the feds forreal/This ain’t AI, I’m on this b*tch forreal.” R. Kelly, whose real name is Robert Sylvester Kelly, is currently serving a 30-year sentence in federal prison for racketeering and sex trafficking. Despite dozens of allegations of sexual abuse going back to 1991, the disgraced singer has maintained support from his loyal fans. View this post on Instagram Timbaland, Jazze Pha, And Others Offer Seal Of Approval On R. Kelly’s Remix Brown wasn’t the only entertainer to offer support for Kelly’s remix. Singer and songwriter Sean Garrett also chimed in, commenting with a goat and fire emojis. Famed producer Jazze Pha wrote, “Miss u Brudda!! Praying for my guy!!! #FreeRKelly.” Timbaland also appears to offer his seal of approval on the track, dropping fire emojis in the comment section of another post with Brown’s reaction to the song. In other news, last month, R&B singer Chris Brown shared a laugh with social media as he reacted to a viral dance video to Kehlani’s Grammy-nominated hit “Folded.” The viral clip shows a fan recreating Kehlani’s slow, intimate choreography from the snowy visual. It was complete with dramatic poses and visible shivers as “Folded” plays in the background. The fan captioned the performance with, “You better dance for this,” punctuating it with a kitty-face emoji. Brown watched the video while lounging in bed and quickly turned his reaction into its own viral moment.

Lil Durk’s ongoing federal murder-for-hire case hit a key legal milestone this week after a judge rejected his attorneys’ motion to dismiss the charges. The defense argued that prosecutors failed to disclose alleged death threats against judicial officials involved in earlier bail hearings. The court disagreed, keeping the high-profile case on track amid continued pretrial proceedings. At a recent hearing, U.S. District Judge Michael Fitzgerald dismissed the motion decisively. As reported by journalist Meghann Cuniff, Fitzgerald said, “There is just absolutely no basis for this motion. Just none. Absolutely none.” The defense had cited threats made in February against U.S. Magistrate Judge Patricia Donahue and in April against Assistant U.S. Attorney Ian Yanniello. They claimed the failure to disclose the threats could have influenced bail considerations. The defense’s request went further, seeking an evidentiary hearing and the recusal of both the prosecutors handling the case and all Central District judges in California. Lawyers alleged the government had withheld information that might affect pretrial decisions. Prosecutors, however, maintained that Durk’s team was notified of the threats in October and rejected the defense’s claims. Yanniello described the assertions as “factually inaccurate.” Judge Fitzgerald ultimately upheld the original bail ruling. Durk’s 2022 Shooting Case Set to Rock Hip-Hop Durk faces serious charges stemming from a 2022 shooting in Los Angeles targeting rapper Quando Rondo, in which Rondo was injured and his cousin, Lul Pab, was killed. Arrested in October 2024, Durk could face life imprisonment if convicted. His trial is tentatively scheduled to begin in late April 2026, depending on final judicial assignment. As the case progresses, all eyes remain on the courtroom, where the outcomes will carry significant consequences for Durk and the wider hip-hop community. The unfolding proceedings highlight both the legal complexities and high stakes of this headline-grabbing case.

Boosie Badazz reached a decisive legal moment this month as a long-running federal firearms case officially concluded in a San Diego courtroom. A judge sentenced the rapper to time already served, ordered him to pay a $50,000 fine, and mandated 300 hours of community service. The ruling closes a chapter that once carried the possibility of extended prison time. For Boosie, it marks a shift from legal survival to forward planning. The sentence was handed down after Boosie appeared in court on January 9, following his guilty plea to possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. Federal prosecutors had sought a 24-month prison term and three years of supervised release. The court declined to impose additional incarceration. Instead, the outcome leaves Boosie free to move on without returning to custody. With the Case Closed, Boosie Turns the Page The case traced back to a 2023 traffic stop in San Diego that escalated after officers recovered multiple firearms from his vehicle. The encounter began after law enforcement observed a handgun during an Instagram Live broadcast. While local authorities initially handled the matter, federal prosecutors later refiled the case. A plea agreement reached last August laid the groundwork for the final resolution. With the legal proceedings now behind him, Boosie enters a period defined by possibility rather than uncertainty. The decision lifts a burden that had followed him for years, both publicly and privately. Industry watchers are paying close attention to how he navigates the moment. For now, the courtroom doors have closed, and the next chapter is his to write.