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The paternal grandmother of President Barack Obama, Sarah Obama, has passed away at the age of 99 inside of a Kenyan hospital. The family matriarch died at 4 AM local time while being treated at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral hospital. 

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“Mama was sick with normal diseases, she did not die of COVID-19,” confirmed family spokesperson Sheik Musa Ismail. She had reportedly been ill for a week before being admitted to the hospital where she tested negative for the virus. She will be buried on Tuesday.

“My family and I are mourning the loss of our beloved grandmother, Sarah Ogwel Onyango Obama, affectionately known to many as ‘Mama Sarah’ but known to us as ‘Dani’ or Granny,” said former President Barack Obama on Twitter. “We will miss her dearly, but we’ll celebrate with gratitude her long and remarkable life.”

He posted an older picture of himself and Mama Sarah from a visit to Africa. 

The President of Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta, said, “The passing away of Mama Sarah is a big blow to our nation. We’ve lost a strong, virtuous woman, a matriarch who held together the Obama family and was an icon of family values.”

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Rest in peace, Mama Sarah Obama.

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Fans of the Air Jordan 1 have been blessed with a plethora of great colorways over the years. At this point, it seems like the shoe will simply never die as it is just too good of a silhouette to pass up. It’s something that can go with virtually any outfit and it also boasts several colorways that will forever be considered classic. 2021 is set to see numerous Air Jordan 1s make their way to the market, and thanks to @zsneakerheadz on Instagram, we have seen numerous teasers for the summer.

One of the colorways that have been shown off is this women’s colorway called “Seafoam.” As you can see in the IG post below, the shoe has a white base, all while light green is placed on top as the overlays. It makes for a very clean offering, although the laces have a white and red candy cane thing going on. It’s a unique extra detail that makes this shoe that much better.

Early indications show that this model will be dropping on August 12th of this year although this date has yet to be confirmed by Jordan Brand. With this in mind, keep it locked to HNHH as we will be sure to bring you all of the latest sneaker updates.

Though it was originally supposed to arrive on Black Friday in 2020, the YSL camp has opted to shift the upcoming release of Slime Language 2 into “to be determined” territory. And while concrete news about the compilation project remains relatively elusive, that hasn’t stopped some of the key minds behind Slimage Language 2 from whetting our collective appetites with a few promising snippets.

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Today, Young Thug took to his own Instagram page to preview an upcoming banger produced by Wheezy, one that immediately invites comparisons to So Much Fun standout “Hot,” if only for the prominent use of victorious strings. Staring unwaveringly into the camera, he proceeds to engage in a spontaneous dance routine while his verse kicks off in the background; though he only showcases four bars or so, it’s enough to get an idea of how he intends on attacking Wheezy’s instrumental. “Yo turn,” he captions, tagging Gunna to share his own snippet.

It didn’t take long for Gunna to acquiesce to the request, hitting the studio and sharing a glimpse at his own verse. Rather than keeping Thug’s energy and preserving the spirit of the dance battle, Gunna opted for chicken and weed. Similarly to Thug, about four bars of his own verse can be heard at the beginning, transitioning into high-pitched cries of “SKI!” Given that he also used “SKIIII” as his caption, perhaps we’re looking at a possible song title. Unfortunately, neither party provided information about the release date. 

Check out Gunna’s clip below, and sound off if you’re eager to catch this one when it lands in full. 

Eighteen-year-old Memphis-based rapper NLE Choppa was reportedly arrested on Sunday in Broward County, Florida, charged with burglary, possession of Xanax and marijuana, and possession of a concealed firearm. 

News regarding the rapper’s arrest comes after his mugshot started circulating on social media. The photo shows a smiling NLE Choppa with purple hair. In the information listed on his arrest record, the No Love Entertainment representative is listed at 150 pounds. His bond is reportedly worth $2,100. 

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Among the charges, Choppa’s most serious charge is for unarmed burglary. He’s also been charged with carrying a concealed firearm, possession of fewer than thirty grams of cannabis, and possession of Xanax. The rapper has not updated his socials since his arrest, so it’s possible that he is still in police custody.

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NLE Choppa’s arrest follows the arrest of Youngboy Never Broke Again on Monday last week. Despite signs pointing to YB’s possible release this week, the rapper remains behind bars for the time being.

NLE Choppa has seemingly been making positive changes in his life, shifting from violence-themed lyrics to a more compassionate approach, embracing a plant-based lifestyle, and growing plenty of vegetables in his backyard. Many of NLE’s fans are surprised to see him in this predicament after pledging to stay away from violence and crime.

Free NLE Choppa.

One of the most popular sneakers in the world right now is the Air Jordan 1 and rightfully so. For 35 years, this shoe has been a staple of people’s wardrobes, and every single year, Jordan Brand makes sure to come through with some incredible colorways, and even some retros, on occasion. In 2021, the Jordan 1 is poised to have yet another big year, and it seems safe to say that fans are going to get a kick out of many of these offerings. One of those models is the “Pollen” colorway which was teased months ago.

Now, thanks to the Instagram sneaker account @zsneakerheadz, we have an updated look at the Air Jordan 1 High OG “Pollen” except this time around, the photos were taken in-person. As you can see, the base of the shoe is black, all while yellow overlays are placed squarely on top. This colorway has some serious Wu-Tang vibes to it and if you’re a fan of the old SB Dunk High, then you will definitely be a huge supporter of these.

If you want to grab a pair, you are going to have to wait until the Summer as these are set to come out on August 21st. Stay tuned for all of the latest updates on these, as we will be sure to bring them to you.

Hopsin is a rapper who clearly appreciates well-constructed lyricism and experimentation with flow. It’s evident in his own music, including his most recent release “Alone With Me,” in which he engages in a tormented inner battle. Between his open honesty and clear appreciation for rap as a craft, many have been intrigued to hear his thoughts on the Top 5 best rappers, dead or alive. In a recent interview with YouTube personality Stevie Knight, Hop opened up about his own list, naming a few artists who don’t always get the recognition they deserve. 

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Prefacing that it’s subject to change depending on his mood, he outlines the list as follows: Eminem, KXNG Crooked, Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott, and Ludacris. “Eminem, cause he’s just fuckin’ Eminem,” explains Hopsin, providing a bit of further context about his choices. “Crooked I, crazy flow. Crazy flow patterns, crazy cadences. To this day, unpredictable. If I could define Crooked I’s flow, it’s like Mayweather with the blocks and the hits, and Tyson’s punch as well.” He reiterates that Crook doesn’t get the credit he deserves, revealing that he’s been a dedicated student of the COB lyricist’s flow. 

“Busta Rhymes, man, his style is unmatched,” says Hop. Craziest style in hip-hop, period. Craziest sound and energy. There will never be another Busta Rhymes. Missy Elliott, the goofiness in me, the funkiness in me, there’s an element of Missy Elliott I’ve carried in my career. It comes out in the hype moments. I love Missy Elliott, she does things that are creatively free, and off-the-grid, unique. She forces you to like it, all the shit she ever puts out. It’s some real funky, free, shit.”

“I gotta give credit to Ludacris,” he continues. “There are so many Ludacris moments in my career. I have a song called ‘I Need Help.’ Sometimes I envision myself as Ludacris when I rap, it happens at random times. Ludacris has a style, especially in the earlier stages I was growing up listening to him, he was so unique. He had that deep voice, the emphasis he put on words. It was just dope man.” He cites “What’s Your Fantasy” as one of his favorite tracks, spitting some of Luda’s dexterous bars for good measure.

 Check out Hopsin’s breakdown of his Top 5 favorite rappers below, courtesy of Stevie Knight’s YouTube channel. Do you agree with some of his takes?

WWE wrestler Randy Orton is currently engaged in an on-screen feud with “The Fiend” Bray Wyatt but, on the internet, he’s been coming after a well-known rapper who seemingly has an interest in stepping into the squared circle. While Orton is scheduled to face The Fiend at WrestleMania 37, it’s possible that Soulja Boy might end up interfering in the match with the way the “Crank Dat” rapper continues to antagonize Orton on Twitter.

Big Draco took a shot at Randy Orton after weeks of their off-screen feud, calling him a “p***y” and a “b*tch”. Responding to one of the posts, the 14-time world champion felt like putting Soulja in his place again, dissing him and his manhood.

“My d*ck taller then you. Weighs more too,” wrote Randy in his response. “Go to bed you f*cking infant. You’re welcome for the boost. Go choke on a keyboard.” Of course, Soulja Boy had some words in his reply, going back to his often-used diss about Randy’s ring gear. “Bro you wear thongs. Leather thongs at that,” joked the rapper. “Stop the cap. My money taller than you. To be real I think you scared of me. All that talk I’ll smack the sh*t out u.”

With the way these two have gone at one another online, it really feels like we could be in for a Soulja Boy appearance at WrestleMania. Do you think he’ll show up to help The Fiend win?

When you think of the Air Jordan 5, you automatically think about the 90s and the Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. Will Smith wore this model religiously on the show and over the years, the silhouette continued to receive a plethora of dope new offerings. While there are some undeniable OG classics, there are some more contemporary models that fans remember fondly, as well. One of those models is the “Raging Bull” which just so happens to be coming back to the market this year.

In the official images below, you can see that the shoe has a red suede upper, all while silver and black are found all the way throughout. These colors are meant to represent the Chicago Bulls and they do so in a perfect way. This is a model that various sneakerheads have been hoping to see return, and in the end, they are all getting their wish.

If you are planning on copping a pair, you will be able to do so on the SNKRS App as of Saturday, April 10th for $190 USD. Of course, this is the SNKRS App we are talking about here, so prepare yourself for some pretty harsh Ls. In the meantime, let us know what you think, in the comments below.

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