Month: July 2024

Khloe Kardashian turned 40 in a big way, celebrating with rappers, pole dancers and her family and friends.

The reality star celebrated the big 4-0 in denim and diamonds with a themed bash Saturday night, inspired by superstar Dolly Parton‘s Dollywood.

The biggest surprise of the night was the entertainment.

In a clip shared on her social media page, Kim Kardashian revealed, her sister ‘had no idea @snoopdogg was coming, so this made her whole night.’

Khloe Kardashian had the time of her life as she celebrated her 40th birthday with a Western style birthday party Saturday night

Kim Kardashian celebrates Khloe at her ‘Khloewood’ birthday

She enjoyed jumping around and rapping along with MTV Music Award winner, who took the stage.

During his performance Snoop shouted ‘happy birthday Khloe’ from the stage, while pole dancers performed their acrobatics in the background.

The music icon was joined by Kurupt, who sashayed into the spotlight wearing a red and black Western style shirt, complete with jeans and boots.  The Who Ride Wit Us artist made sure to wear his black cowboy hat and a large silver belt buckle.

Warren G joined the fun wearing all black, including a long sleeve Western shirt with silver embroidery, a leather jacket and his own Stetson.

When all three rappers performed Snoop’s hit Aint No Fun, Khloe shouted into a nearby camera ‘I’m dying’ as she and many of her guests joined in reciting the lyrics word for word.

When it take time to present the huge wedding style cake, which was propped up on a stand made from boxes of Dolly Parton inspired Duncan Hines cake mixes, Khloe jumped up on stage in her denim Daisy Dukes and chaps outfit and bounced to the beat.

Mom Kris Jenner, 68, looked rather demure in her denim suit with a black top, but the family matriarch showed she could party with the best of them, grabbing a money gun and shooting dollar bills into the crowd, while Snoop did the same.

Kourtney Kardashian, 45, and husband Travis Barker, 48, joined the fun wearing coordinated denim looks.

The Lemme founder wore a long button down shirt as a dress with black stockings. Her appeared to be shaved on the sides and was brushed back in a sort of long mullet.

The big gift for the wild party was an appearance by Snoop Dogg. The music Icon performed some of his biggest hits while the birthday girl and her guests danced and rapped to the beat

In a clip shared on her social media page, Kim revealed, her sister ‘had no idea @snoopdogg was coming, so this made her whole night’

Kurupt was also a guest performer at the party and got into the theme, wearing a red and black Western style shirt, complete with jeans and boots. The Who Ride Wit Us artist made sure to wear his black cowboy hat and a large silver necklace

Khloe jumped up on stage in her denim Daisy Dukes and chaps outfit and bounced to the beat after the huge tiered cake was presented

The cake was propped up on a stand made from boxes of Dolly Parton inspired Duncan Hines cake mixes

Travis looked relaxed in a matching denim shirt with light blue jeans.

Kourtney shared a video on her Instagram Stories of the two of them dancing together.

When not grooving on the dance floor guests took turns riding a realistic looking mechanical bull.

Video shared by Kim also took fans inside the venue, which included a huge ‘Khloewood’ sign overlooking inflatable pink furniture and pink and tables covered with pink and white check cloths.

The saloon featured signature cocktails named after the birthday girl, including an Espress-Khlo Martini and a Show Me the Khlo-Money, featuring sister Kendall Jenner‘s 818 tequila.

Pole dancers were included in the entertainment. They performed their acrobatics in the background as guests danced to the beat

When not grooving on the dance floor guests took turns riding a realistic looking mechanical bull

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker at ‘Khloewood’ birthday

The drink menu also included an outlaw themed No. 1 Most Wanted and a Raspberry Rouge, which featured Kendall’s 818 Tequila Blanco.

Khloe began her birthday celebration enjoying Jell-O shots by the pools with friends. She penned to her fans, ‘Deeply Grateful For Every Moment. I love you! I am so excited and thankful for this fresh decade and all it has in store!!!’

The Good American founder shared her preparations for the big night, including video of makeup and hair artists working their magic.

She opted for a strapless, denim corset that was decked out with sparkling, rhinestone details and also opted for an assortment of glittering necklaces.

Along with the denim corset, the beauty also wore a pair of cutout jeans as well as a denim cowgirl hat that was placed on top of her flowy locks.

For her party look, Khloe opted for a strapless, denim corset that was decked out with sparkling, rhinestone details and an assortment of glittering necklaces with  a pair of cutout jeans as well as a denim cowgirl hat that was placed on top of her flowy locks

Sister Kim, 43, donned a light blue denim corset top with with glittering, cross-shaped embellishments on each side, layering the ensemble with a fuzzy, blue scarf that draped down her arms towards her elbows and carried a baby blue purse in her hand

Kourtney Kardashian, 45, and husband Travis Barker, 48, joined the fun wearing coordinated denim looks. She wore a long button down shirt as a dress with black stockings, and seemed to debut a new hair cut which was styled in a sort of mullet with the hair shaved on the sides

Travis looked relaxed in a matching denim shirt with light blue jeans while dancing with his wife

In the background of the clip, a voiceover from Dolly Parton could be heard saying, ‘You got to get up at five o’clock for your hair, do you hair, and then you got to be in makeup at six’.

Kim also donned a light blue, denim corset top and accessorized it with glittering, cross-shaped embellishments on each side.

The reality star additionally wore a pair of matching, denim trousers that were secured with string around the waist.

Kim layered the ensemble with a fuzzy, blue scarf that draped down her arms towards her elbows and carried a baby blue purse in her hand.

Her dark locks were parted in the middle, and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders in light curls.

The decor was pink and white including pink inflated furniture and tables covered with pink and white check cloths

The ‘saloon’ featured signature cocktails named after the birthday girl, including an Espress-Khlo Martini and a Show Me the Khlo-Money, featuring sister Kendall Jenner ‘s 818 tequila

The mother-of-four added chunky, silver necklace as well as sparkling bracelets on each of her wrists to accessorize the outfit.

She told her followers that the ‘vibe’ for the night was ‘denim and diamonds. So I’m wearing a denim color.’

The TV personality revealed that she was sporting a custom-made outfit from the brand, Chrome Hearts, by Jessie Jo Stark.

She then turned around to also flash a glimpse of the details on the back of the ensemble, such as another dazzling, cross-shaped embellishment on the pants.

Khloe Kardashian does Jello Shots by the pool on 40th birthday

Taylor Swift Has A Diss Track With Numerous Direct Shots At Kim Kardashian In Her New Album

Taylor Swift Kim Kardashian (Photos via Getty Images)
Taylor Swift appears to be taking aim at Kim Kardashian on her new album.

Since Friday’s release of Taylor Swift’s latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department” and her surprise double album “The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology,” fans of Taylor Swift have been noticing lyrics directed to past relationships and traumas as well as an ongoing feud with Kim Kardashian.

In Swift’s track titled “thanK you aIMee,” Swift could be heard singing about a “bronze, spray-tanned” mean girl at school that her mom wishes were “dead.”

“All that time you were throwin’ punches, I was buildin’ somethin’ / And I can’t forgive the way you made me feel / Screamed ‘F— you, Aimee’ to the night sky, as the blood was gushing,’” she sings. “But I can’t forget the way you made me heal.”

Also, the title has the capitalized letters KIM in it to make sure people know what the song is about.

In the second verse, Taylor slams the headlines that she alleges Kim caused with her actions when she suddenly shared footage of the infamous 2016 phone call between Taylor and Kanye West.

 

EOnline reported that Taylor Swift spoke about her mental health in December over the public fallout between her, Kim, and Kanye. She told TIME, “You have a fully manufactured frame job, in an illegally recorded phone call, which Kim Kardashian edited and then put out to say to everyone that I was a liar. That took me down psychologically to a place I’ve never been before.” 

Swift doesn’t directly name Kardashian, but every verse seemed to have an Easter egg of information that alluded to her.

“I don’t think you’ve changed much/ And so I changed your name and any real defining clues,” Swift sings on the track. “And one day, your kid comes home singin’/ A song that only us two is gonna know is about you.”

Their feud goes way back to 2016 when Kim’s then-husband Kanye West rapped about how he and Swift “might still have sex” because he “made that b—- famous.” Her release of a clip of a recorded phone call changed everything between all three of them.

The backlash took a toll on Taylor Swift’s mental health after she was branded a “liar.”

“A mass public shaming, with millions of people saying you are quote-unquote canceled, is a very isolating experience,” she said in a 2019 interview with Vogue. “When you say someone is canceled, it’s not a TV show. It’s a human being. You’re sending mass amounts of messaging to this person to either shut up, disappear, or it could also be perceived as, ‘Kill yourself.’”

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ Announced As “Instant Classic”

Taylor Swift (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
Taylor Swift’s latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” dropped at midnight EDT and she shocked fans when it was revealed to be a double album.

Swift described the album as “new works that reflect events, opinions and sentiments from a fleeting and fatalistic moment in time — one that was both sensational and sorrowful in equal measure.”

The album was so good that it received a perfect score of 100 from Rolling Stone, labeling it an “instant classic.”

LeBron James’ shocking decision after his son joined the Lakers: Why is that so?

In a stunning turn of events, NBA legend LeBron James made headlines with his unexpected decision following his son Bronny James’ entry into the Los Angeles Lakers. This surprising move has left fans and analysts alike speculating about the motivations behind it.

LeBron James, widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, has always been known for his strategic decisions both on and off the court. However, the announcement of his son Bronny joining the Lakers brought an entirely new dynamic into play. The younger James, a promising talent in his own right, has been under the spotlight for years, with many predicting a bright future for him in the NBA.

The shock came when LeBron, instead of merely celebrating his son’s achievement, made a bold decision to take a step back from his usual dominant role. LeBron announced that he would be focusing more on mentoring and supporting Bronny, rather than maintaining his superstar status on the team. This decision has raised eyebrows and sparked a myriad of discussions across the sports world.

Why Did LeBron Make This Decision?

1. Family Legacy:

LeBron has always been vocal about the importance of family. By prioritizing Bronny’s growth and development, he is ensuring that his legacy extends beyond his own achievements. This move could be seen as a way to solidify the James family’s impact on the sport for generations to come.

2. Mentorship Over Competition:

LeBron’s choice to mentor his son rather than compete for the spotlight showcases his belief in the power of guidance and support. He understands that Bronny’s success could be amplified with the right mentorship, and who better to provide that than one of the greatest players in history?

3. Long-term Vision:

This decision aligns with LeBron’s long-term vision for his career and life after basketball. By helping Bronny navigate the pressures and challenges of the NBA, LeBron is setting the stage for a smoother transition into his post-playing career, potentially involving more coaching, mentoring, or even ownership roles.

4. Health and Longevity:

At 39, LeBron’s physical condition is still remarkable, but the demands of the NBA are relentless. By shifting focus, he can manage his health better, ensuring he remains an influential figure both on and off the court for many more years.

The Impact on the Lakers

LeBron’s decision is likely to have a significant impact on the Lakers. While some may worry about the immediate competitive implications, the long-term benefits could be substantial. Bronny will have the opportunity to learn from his father, which could accelerate his development and potentially bring new energy and talent to the team.

Moreover, this move might foster a deeper sense of unity and purpose within the Lakers organization. Seeing a player of LeBron’s caliber prioritizing mentorship and family could inspire other players to adopt a similar mindset, leading to a more cohesive and supportive team environment.

Conclusion

LeBron James’ shocking decision following his son Bronny’s entry into the Lakers is a testament to his forward-thinking approach and deep commitment to family. While it may seem surprising, this move underscores LeBron’s understanding of legacy, mentorship, and long-term vision. As the NBA community watches closely, one thing is certain: the James family’s influence on the game is far from over.

From Fenty Beauty to the Super Bowl, this birthday girl has achieved a lot!

Happy birthday, Rihanna! Robyn Rihanna Fenty was born on February 20, 1988, in Saint Michael, Barbados. Now, at the age of 35, the birthday girl has already sold over 250 million records, making her one of the most successful recording artists of all time.

And her shining success doesn’t stop at her music. Rihanna has also made huge strides in fashion and film, as well as recently performing on one of the biggest stages of them all: the Super Bowl halftime show. Take a look at some of Rihanna’s biggest achievements in her career.

“Pon de Replay” (2005)

“Pon de Replay” was part of Rihanna’s demo tape sent to Def Jam Recordings. Executive L.A. Reid was so impressed with the singer that he requested she not leave the building until she signed with the company. Once signed to Def Jam, Rihanna released “Pon de Replay” as her debut single at only 17 years old.

“SOS” (2006)

Built from a sample of Soft Cell’s 1981 recording of “Tainted Love,” the high-energy dance-pop track “SOS” exploded on both dance floors and the charts. Rihanna’s first of many number-one hits spent three weeks at the top spot and remained in the charts for 28 weeks.

If you want to listen to more Rihanna throwbacks, then check out Pop2K (Ch. 10).

“Umbrella” ft. Jay-Z (2007)

The success of this GRAMMY-winning song was widespread. The smash hit reached the top spot in several countries, including the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK, where it spent an impressive ten weeks at number one. The song was also a success with the critics, with Rihanna and Jay-Z winning the GRAMMY Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration, as well as receiving nominations for Record of the Year and Song of the Year.

First ‘Saturday Night Live’ Performance (2009)

Rihanna took to the famous Studio 8H stage for the first time to perform her singles “Russian Roulette” and “Hard” live from New York in 2009. She would go on to appear as a musical guest four more times and even tested out her comedy skills with some sketches, including this SNL Digital Short with Andy Samberg and Jon Hamm in 2010:

 Unapologetic (2012)

Although Rihanna’s initial six albums enjoyed immense success, her first to reach number one in the US was Unapologetic. Charting for a crazy 67 weeks, the album contains a host of the artist’s most iconic songs, including “Diamonds,” “Pour It Up,” and “Stay” featuring Mikky Ekko.

To sing along to Rihanna’s top tracks of the 2010s, head to The 10s Spot (Ch. 11).

Icon Award (2013)

Rihanna made history when she was given the first-ever Icon Award at the American Music Awards. The exclusive title is given to an artist whose work has profoundly influenced pop music globally. The award has only ever been gifted to one other artist, Lionel Richie, so Rihanna is in great company.

Fenty Beauty (2017)

Having previously entered the world of makeup through a collaboration with MAC, Rihanna launched her own cosmetics company, Fenty Beauty, in 2017. Created to provide products for all skin tones, Fenty Beauty has enjoyed great success and has been valued at over $2.6 billion. Rihanna has since founded her lingerie company, Savage x Fenty, which is also making waves in the fashion industry.

Ocean’s 8 (2018)

By 2018, Rihanna had already honed her acting skills in a host of Hollywood films including Battleship, Home, and This Is The End. But one of Rihanna’s biggest achievements was Ocean’s 8, where she played the part of security hacker Nine Ball and held her own alongside a star-studded cast that included Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, and Anne Hathaway.

Super Bowl Halftime Show (2023)

Making a remarkable return from her music hiatus, Rihanna performed at State Farm Stadium in what was her first performance in five years. At Super Bowl LVII, Rihanna sang her heart out to some of her biggest hits, and she did the whole thing while pregnant! It’s safe to say that she put on quite a show, and that she should definitely take a bow.

Rihanna’s biggest achievements list could go on and on. Based on her recent Super Bowl performance, it looks like she’s continuing to go from strength to strength. For all the latest in music, make sure to check out SiriusXM.

This is the dramatic moment police swooped in on Just Stop Oil activists in a series of raids relating to a plot to cause a ‘summer of chaos at airports across the UK’.

The Metropolitan Police said 27 people were taken into custody, including some believed to be ‘key organisers’ for the climate group.

All the arrests were made under a section of the Public Order Act that makes it illegal to conspire to disrupt national infrastructure.

Four people were arrested on Tuesday after being identified at Gatwick Airport and have since been released on bail.

Six were held on Thursday night at an east London community centre hosting a Just Stop Oil event ‘promoting airport disruption’, the Metropolitan Police said in a statement.

Footage from this morning shows police arriving at one of the Just Stop Oil protestors’ doors to arrest them

Officers can be seen flicking through books and cupboards, explaining: ‘People can hide things in all sorts of places’

One of the protestors in the video who was arrested says to his partner ‘alright darling, catch you later’

Just Stop Oil protesters spraying Stonehenge with orange paint in their latest stunt

A total of 17 people were arrested at their homes across England on Friday morning as Metropolitan Police officers worked with more than eight other forces.

Police activity has taken place in London, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Devon, Essex, Manchester, Surrey, Sussex, Norfolk and West Yorkshire.

Chief Superintendent Ian Howells, who led the operation, said: “We know Just Stop Oil are planning to disrupt airports across the country this summer which is why we have taken swift and robust action now.

“Our stance is very clear that anyone who compromises the safety and security of airports in London can expect a strong response from officers or security staff.

“Airports are complex operating environments which is why we are working closely with them, agencies and other partners on this operation.”

Suspects released on bail are subject to conditions which include not travelling within one kilometre of any UK airport unless passing by while on a mode of transport.

In response to the wave of arrests, a Just Stop Oil spokesman said: “It isn’t a massive surprise.

“I think it speaks volumes when we’ve got a police force cracking down on non-violent Just Stop Oil supporters in this way.

“The people enacting criminal damage on an unimaginable scale against all of us – oil company executives and the politicians that they’ve bought, basically – when is it that those folks are going to face the full force of the law?”

Asked about the justification for planning to target airports during the key summer holiday period, the spokesman said: “In normal times, that kind of disruption would be entirely unacceptable.

“But you can’t really disassociate what we’re potentially planning on doing from the reasons why.”

He added that disruption is necessary because people are “dropping dead around the world” from extreme heat, and “tipping points” are being passed.

The climate group has made headlines in recent weeks for its latest stunts including spray painting Stonehenge and spraying two private jets at Stansted airport.

Jennifer Kowalski and Cole Macdonald next to a private jet which they spray painted at Stansted airport’s VIP airfield

Several stones were covered in the substance before the protesters stopped and sat cross legged on the grass

One of these jets was thought to have belonged to Taylor Swift, however it was actually revealed that a US bank’s jet had been targeted.

One of the planes targeted was an 18-seat Gulfstream G650, which would be worth around £60million when new, according to documents we have seen.

According to a source, the stunt at Stansted was only a ‘prelude’ to plans to disrupt even more airports over the coming months.

Speaking to The Times, the source said: ‘This is just another way of us taking action in the theatres of life we exist in because we’re not politicians.

‘Private jets are obviously mental for emissions and most people would agree they need to stop.

‘It’s a wake-up call for government that we need big radical changes.

‘If this incoming government doesn’t get us on war footing then we’re not going to have anywhere to fly to.’

At Stonehenge, Rajan Naidu, 73, and Niamh Lynch, 21, ran up to the stones and attacked them as members of the public tried to intervene.

Video footage showed two people wearing white shirts with the Just Stop Oil slogan, approaching the stone circle with canisters and spraying orange powder paint.

The group claimed it would wash off in the rain but archaeologists are concerned about potential damage to the 5,000-year-old world icon and landmark.

Tim Daw, a local farmer and historic property steward who used to volunteer at the site, carried out an experiment by mixing cornflour and food dye and then applying it to a small piece of sarsen, which is the same stone as Stonehenge.

On the piece of sarsen a series of little back dots are visible, which are the lichen.

He then washed the bottom half of the stone before gently rubbing it and noticed that the cornflour was in the stone’s pores and therefore ‘displacing the lichen’.

Mr Daw told the show that he was ‘worried’ about the lichen on the monument, and said of yesterday’s attack: ‘I was shocked and saddened. I couldn’t believe it.

‘Stonehenge is so precious, not just to me but to so many people. To do this act, which I think has worked against their cause, just seems pointless and damaging.’

Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer were united in the condemnation of Just Stop Oil after the incident.

The Prime Minister described it as a ‘disgraceful act of vandalism’ while the Labour leader branded the group ‘pathetic’.

Mr Daw described this on BBC Breakfast as a ‘very, very rare plant organism that grows on rocks’ which ‘takes hundreds of years to grow because there’s no nutrition’.

MailOnline has contacted the Met Police.