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Airport Assault Case Against Ex-NFL Player Brendan Langley Dismissed

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Two months ago, a video of former Denver Broncos cornerback Brendan Langley went viral after he punched an United Airlines employee.

Brendan, who signed with the Calgary Stampeders in the Canadian Football League in February, was  arrested for striking the employee. Now, the case against Langley has been dismissed. 

Langley’s attorney, Halim Dhanidina, told TMZ that authorities determined Langley “used force that was reasonably necessary” during the confrontation that was caught on video in May at Newark Liberty International Airport.

“We are grateful for the Court’s decision which puts an end to this ordeal that began nearly two months ago when Mr. Langley was assaulted then wrongfully arrested and charged for exercising his rights under the law,” said Dhanidina.It was previously reported that the fight supposedly started after Langley was seen using a wheelchair to haul his luggage through the airport instead of utilizing a luggage cart. Though Langley wasn’t punished legally, his football career maybe be in jeopardy. Langley’s CFL team,The Calgary Stampeders, suspended Langley indefinitely after criminal charges were filed. At the time, Stampeders President and General Manager John Hufnagel stated, “The Stampeders take matters such as these very seriously.”There’s no word yet if the Stampeders have any plans to reinstate Langley. The United employee, who left the altercation bloodied, was fired, according to TMZ.

Langley was a third-round pick of the Denver Broncos in 2017 out of Lamar. He played only 16 games in two seasons and was transitioning from cornerback to receiver in 2019 when the team released him. He also spent time on the Seattle Seahawks practice squad.

Despite his many accolades this incident indeed left a smear on Langley’s legacy.

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LA County Attorneys Accuse Man Who Lost His Family In Crash Of ‘Trying To Ride Vanessa Bryant’s Coattails’

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A grieve-struck widow who lost his wife and daughter in the helicopter crash that killed NBA legend Kobe Bryant was told to stop riding Vanessa Bryant’s “coattails”.

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Eight others were killed in the January 26, 2020 crash, including Bryant’s 13-year-old daughter Gianna “Gigi” Bryant, and Christopher Chester’s wife Sarah Chester, 45, and daughter, 13-year-old Payton.

Kobe’s widow Vanessa Bryant and Chester both sued L.A. County after sheriff’s deputies shared graphic photos from the crash site in text messages. The lawsuit alleged one sheriff’s deputy showed crash scene photos on his smartphone to a bartender at the Baja California Bar and Grill on Jan. 28, 2020.

Attorneys for L.A. County argue that while Vanessa can prove the photos of Bryant’s charred body were shared in text messages among the officers, Chester can’t prove that photos of his wife and child were among the images.

The county’s attorneys filed a motion with the U.S. District Court in California asking U.S. District Judge John F. Walter and Magistrate Judge Charles F. Eick to separate Bryant and Chester’s lawsuit into two separate lawsuits.

“Chester cannot point to any evidence of photos depicting his loved ones,” the county argued.

“Given Kobe Bryant’s worldwide recognition, Bryant’s case is distinct. Chester should not be permitted to ride Bryant’s coattails and benefit from critical evidence that only pertains to Bryant.”

“Chester has shown his propensity to do this in nearly every pretrial filing and again at the July 8 pretrial conference.”

L.A. County deposed 40 witnesses who could not identify Chester’s family members in the grisly photos.

The county said Chester will “unfairly reap the benefits of the significant impact Bryant and her celebrity witnesses will have on this case.”

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Ricky Martin Accused Of Incest With His Nephew, Faces Up To 50 Yrs In Prison

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According to a confirmed report from Yahoo! News, Latin pop icon Ricky Marin has been accused of having an incestuous relationship with his 21-year-old nephew and the Grammy Award winner could very possibly spend the rest of his life behind bars.

In Puerto Rico, the laws on incest are very strict and with the intimate relationship with his nephew lasting up to seven months and eventually turning physically violent, the 50-year-old singer is looking at a possible life ending prison sentence.

Martin took to Twtter to deny the accusations, saying, “The protection order entered against me is based on completely false allegations, so I will respond through the judicial process with the facts and the dignity that characterize me because it is an ongoing legal matter, I cannot make detailed statements at this time. I am grateful for the countless messages of solidarity, and I receive them with all my heart.”

His attorney remind the public that he has not been charged or convicted of any crime and they intend on keeping it that way.

“We are confident that when the true facts come to light in this matter, our client Ricky Martin will be fully vindicated,” Martin’s lawyers said.

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Kodak Black Arrested In Florida On Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop

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According to a recent report from TMZ, Kodak Black was arrested possession of a controlled substance without prescription and trafficking in oxycodone after police found over 30 Oxycodone pills in his car during a traffic stop.

Police in Fort Lauderdale peeped that the tint on Kodak’s Dodge Durango was darker than legally permitted, which led to a traffic stop. The police claimed that they smelled a strong oder of marijuana, prompting a search of the car. Ft. Lauderdale cops allege that they found 31 Oxycodone pills and $74,960 in cash during the search. Kodak, whose real name is Dieuson Octave, was arrested and taken to Broward County Jail.

According to TMZ, Kodak’s plates and driver’s license were suspended when he was pulled over.

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ICYMI: Kevin Gates Admits To Sleeping with a Relative Even After Finding Out They’re Blood

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Kevin Gates confirmed again he likes to keep it in the fam. He recently admitted for the second time to sleeping with his cousin and continuing to do so even after finding out they’re related.

In an interview with Yung Mami for the Caresha Please podcast, Miami asks him straight up if it was true. The “Twerk” rapper questioned, “Did you really f**k your cousin?”

The 36-year-old Baton Rouge native responded by saying his grandmother told him that this woman was his cousin but he didn’t care and continued to date her for three years. Gates explained, “She pulled me to the side and said, ‘baby, that’s your cousin.’ I ain’t ’bout to stop!”

He said they had a good thing going and why mess it up. Gates initially revealed his unconventional relationship back in 2015.

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ICYMI: The 2022 Super Bowl Halftime Show Nominated For 5 Emmys

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The 2022 Emmy Awards nominations arrived recognizing Hip Hop’s greatest talents. Dr. Dre, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar, and 50 Cent starred in Pepsi’s Super Bowl LVI halftime extravaganza performance that has received 5 nods.

“Dre is the one who called us all to be part of this moment and it’s an honor because we love and respect him so much,” The Queen of R and B gushed with USA Today on the plans of their halftime show. “You get that call and you’re like, ‘What do you want me to do and I’m there.’ And if he gives you two or three minutes of Super Bowl time … wow.”

MJB added, “I appreciate the offer and I’ve earned the right to be anywhere that amazing. I’m going to be a team player and let them know, thank you for recognizing my talent.”

READ MORE: Super Bowl LVI Set To Include Deaf Rappers For The 1st Time During Halftime

They’ll be competing in the Emmy categories of Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Series or Special category, Outstanding Directing for a Variety Special, Outstanding Variety Special (Live), Outstanding Music Direction, and Outstanding Production Design for a Variety Special.

Along with Dr. Dre, Kanye West also earned his first time nomination for his 3-part documentary ieen-yuhs, which he worked on as an executive producer. jeen-yuhs is “an intimate and revealing portrait of Kanye West’s experience, showcasing both his formative days trying to break through and his life today as a global brand and artist.”

Rapper and Actor Donald Glover was also nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for Atlanta.

The Emmys are set to air on ABC on September 12 at 8 p.m. ET.

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SOURCE LATINO: PETA Crowns Anitta and Lenny Kravitz Most Beautiful Vegan Celebrities of 2022

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PETA named the Most Beautiful Vegan Celebrities of 2022, and this year’s winners are Latin singer Anitta and  Lenny Kravitz. 

Brazilian superstar Anitta, who went vegan after watching the documentary Cowspiracy, is so committed to promoting plant-powered meals that when she’s not headlining at Coachella, she’s the face of an international vegan meat brand based in her home country. 

As she says, “Who has tasted plant meat? It’s like me: innovative, super hot, and good for the environment!”

“With more than 65 million followers between them, Kravitz and Anitta are global superstars who are inspiring countless people to go their way and let love rule by keeping animals off their plates,” says PETA Senior Vice President of Communications Lisa Lange. 

Kravitz, who maintains lush gardens full of healthy fruits and vegetables at his homes in Brazil and the Bahamas, credits vegan eating with helping him maintain his rock-star physique—as the “Fly Away” singer puts it, going vegan is “the right thing for yourself and for the planet and animals.”

READ MORE: SOURCE LATINO: Latin Pop Star Anitta Collabs With Missy Elliot

PETA’s Most Beautiful Vegans of 2022 are showing the world what it means to thrive on planet-protecting, plant-powered meals.”

Previous winners of the annual contest include Lizzo, Billie Eilish, Jhené Aiko, Anderson .Paak, and Leona Lewis.

 Everyone who goes vegan saves the lives of nearly 200 animals a year; reduces their risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, and cancer; and dramatically shrinks their carbon footprint. 

According to the United Nations, a global shift toward vegan meals is necessary to combat the worst effects of the climate catastrophe.

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[WATCH] Amber Rose Reveals God And Christianity Doesn’t Add Up To Her

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Influencer Amber Rose recently had a candid conversation regarding her beliefs about God and Christianity. She reveals she found Buddhism and that feels right to her.
In a candid conversation, Amber Rose tells Raquel Harper on the It’s Tricky Podcast why she questions the religion.

“I had a lot of questions about God that just didn’t add up. I believe in science, more than, like an invisible entity named God was like, ‘Let there be light,’ It just seems far fetched to me.”

“And I just don’t believe Jesus died for my sins and came back to life. That’s ludicrous.”

She also adds, that science and the theory of evolution are just more logical to her. She says she did grow up going to church, and was even told by her mom what TV shows to avoid due to “the devil” — but as she’s grown up, she’s only developed more questions than answers about religion. Especially about some of the Bible stories.

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Today In Hip Hop History: Missy Elliott’s Debut LP ‘Supa Dupa Fly’ Turns 25 Years Old!

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On this day in Hip Hop history, rap queen Missy Elliott released her debut LP, Supa Dupa Fly.

Arguably the most influential release by a female rapper in history, this project birthed one of rap’s most important icons, male or female. The Hip Hop/R&B experimental masterpiece not only delivered a fresh sound to a period in between dominant trends, it also set the tone for what would be considered a radio hit at the turn of the millennium.

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The sound and success of this project are due in equal part to Missy and fellow Virginian super-producer Timbaland. In the new age, digital R&B style production pioneered a sound that became the standard of any Top 40 crossover hit of the era. His technical ability as a beatmaker personally complimented Missy’s unorthodox, almost broken-up, flow and smooth, soulful vocals. Missy’s ability as an innovative songwriter allowed for the mind-boggling production to not be wasted. The subjects that were touched on came with a new perspective and the way she rode each beat added such emphasis, giving the project a strong theatrical quality.

Commercially, it performed quite well peaking at #3 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album claimed the #1 spot on the R&B/Hip Hop chart and made appearances on music charts in New Zealand and the Netherlands.  The album was certified platinum in the United States and silver in the United Kingdom, both in the year of its release. Critics across the board praised both Timbaland and Missy Elliot for their work on this album, calling it “a key prophecy of the dominant 21st-century Black pop” and “everything the Hip Hop doctor ordered; a woman who could flip between aggression and romance, sex and nonsense, materialism and imagination, without batting one outrageously spidery eyelash.”

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The 2022 Super Bowl Halftime Show Nominated For 5 Emmys

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The 2022 Emmy Awards nominations arrived recognizing Hip Hop’s greatest talents. Dr. Dre, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar, and 50 Cent starred in Pepsi’s Super Bowl LVI halftime extravaganza performance that has received 5 nods.

“Dre is the one who called us all to be part of this moment and it’s an honor because we love and respect him so much,” The Queen of R and B gushed with USA Today on the plans of their halftime show. “You get that call and you’re like, ‘What do you want me to do and I’m there.’ And if he gives you two or three minutes of Super Bowl time … wow.”

MJB added, “I appreciate the offer and I’ve earned the right to be anywhere that amazing. I’m going to be a team player and let them know, thank you for recognizing my talent.”

READ MORE: Super Bowl LVI Set To Include Deaf Rappers For The 1st Time During Halftime

They’ll be competing in the Emmy categories of Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Series or Special category, Outstanding Directing for a Variety Special, Outstanding Variety Special (Live), Outstanding Music Direction, and Outstanding Production Design for a Variety Special.

Along with Dr. Dre, Kanye West also earned his first time nomination for his 3-part documentary ieen-yuhs, which he worked on as an executive producer. jeen-yuhs is “an intimate and revealing portrait of Kanye West’s experience, showcasing both his formative days trying to break through and his life today as a global brand and artist.”

Rapper and Actor Donald Glover was also nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for Atlanta.

The Emmys are set to air on ABC on September 12 at 8 p.m. ET.

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