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Billie Eilish and Megan Thee Stallion back campaign condemning plan to overturn Roe v. Wade

Over 160 names, including Billie Eilish, Megan Thee Stallion, Ariana Grande, Selena Gomez, and Miley Cyrus, have backed Planned Parenthood’s #BansOffOurBodies campaign.

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Phoebe Bridgers shares abortion story, asks supporters to donate to pro-choice organizations

Phoebe Bridgers has shared her own experiences with abortion after news emerged that Supreme Court will likely overturn Roe v. Wade.

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Here’s where you can donate to support abortion rights in the USA

Here's how to help abortion rights organizations as Roe v. Wade is on verge of repeal in the United States.

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Jay-Z and Yo Gotti pressure results in confirmation of unconstitutional Mississippi prison conditions

A DOJ investigation, started following efforts by Jay-Z and Yo Gotti's Team ROC, has concluded that conditions inside Mississippi State Penitentiary violated the Eighth and Fourteenth Amendments.

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Live Nation ceases business operations in Russia

Live music giants Live Nation will no longer promote shows in Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.

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Watch Kanye West’s roundtable “The Future Brunch: Controlling Our Narratives”

Kanye West is streaming his new roundtable “The Future Brunch: Controlling Our Narratives” on Facebook.

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Nadya of Pussy Riot announces NFT fundraiser benefitting victims of Putin’s war

Pussy Riot's Nadya Tolokno has helped launch a decentralized autonomous organization that will sell NFTs to support civilian organizations in Ukraine.

music / Art

How much should rappers worry about Eric Adams’ war on drill?

Jack Lerner, co-author of the 'Rap On Trial Legal Guide,' breaks down the implications of the New York City mayor's recent statements.

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Kanye West’s 2020 presidential campaign may have violated federal law

The presidential campaign for Kanye West was staffed with high-ranking Republicans and may have violated federal law, according to a new report.

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Boston Celtics games pulled from Chinese streamer after Enes Kanter voices support for Tibet

Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter indicated his support for the "Free Tibet" movement on social media, leading to Boston Celtics games being pulled from China.

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Over 600 artists, including Noname and Questlove, sign open letter in support of Palestinian rights

The #MusiciansForPalestine letter has attracted over 600 signees, including Noname, Run The Jewels, and Questlove.

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Governor Cuomo is permitting New York music venues to open at 33% capacity in April

The New York gig is back on — so long as no more than 100 audience members are in attendance.

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