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Jon "Bones" Jones is officially back in the UFC after being reinstated on Friday, October 23.

Jones, 28, was stripped of his light heavyweight championship and suspended indefinitely by the organization in April after he was involved in a hit-and-run accident in Albuquerque, New Mexico, that injured a pregnant woman.

On September 29, he pleaded guilty to one felony charge and was sentenced to 18-months probation and ordered to complete 72 community service appearances.

UFC Chairman and CEO Lorenzo Fertitta issued the following statement:

“We've made it clear to Jon that this new opportunity to compete in UFC is a privilege and not a right, and that there are significant expectations we have regarding his conduct moving forward. We’re happy to read and see reports that he has embraced the terms of his plea agreement and is using this experience to grow and develop as a person.”

Jones also issued a statement via his Facebook page:

"I am grateful for the opportunity to resume my career and I am excited to show how much I've grown as a person outside of the octagon. It took me losing almost everything I had worked for to realize how much I had. I am blessed and humbled by the continued support of the MMA community and I can't thank my fans enough for their unwavering support through my ups and downs. This marks the beginning of a new chapter in my life and my career and let me assure you, the best is yet to come."

In Jones' absence, Daniel Cormier, has become the light heavyweight champion. Cormier previously lost to Jones and has been vocal about wanting a rematch. Expect the UFC to make that happen soon.

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Troi Torain aka STAR is the most objective voice in media today and in 2011 he was inducted into News One's "Top 20 Best Black Radio Jockeys Of All Time." As an objectivist, Atheist and independent voter STAR is known to push the limits of religion, philosophy and rational thinking. 

Acute observations between sexes, races and classes are at the fore of Star’s much-renowned drive and commentary. His “style of no style” makes him appear to be just like any man and yet like no other man that you know.

Torain made the national stage on MTV’s Beat Suite (1999) but it was his radio show (Star & Buc Wild) on New York's Hot 97 & Power 105 that secured his place in media history. STAR's resume also includes Atlantic Records, WEA, Virgin Records, Round The Globe Music, The Source magazine, Pulse 87, Power 99, Hip-Hop Weekly magazine, Vladtv, Thisis50.com, 100.3 The Beat, VH1 (The Gossip Game), Shot97.com and Stop The Police. 

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KXNG Crooked, aka Crooked I, was signed to Death Row during the early part of his career, and the West Coast native spoke exclusively to VladTV about his thoughts on Suge Knight's recent murder charges. 

The Slaughterhouse emcee explained that the entire situation is messed up, because Crooked said he was around to witness Terry Carter, the man who Suge ran over and killed, being close with the Death Row family. Crooked added that Terry also gave him sound advice at the beginning of his career, and the "YODO" emcee spoke about how Terry's death is a real loss. 

During the conversation KXNG Crooked also spoke about how Suge Knight's generosity has never been showcased in the media, and he added that the "bulls***" was highlighted more than the record exec's good deeds. Crooked even shared stories of Suge helping him out on occasion, including giving him money to put down on a home. 

Check out more of what KXNG Crooked had to say about Suge Knight and also the potential for a Death Row Records biopic in the future.

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Young Thug recently admitted that 90% of his clothes are women's, which Charlamagne Tha God didn't seem too surprised about during a recent sit-down with VladTV. 

The famed radio host told us that Young Thug just admitted to cross-dressing, which Charlamagne told us is nothing we haven't seen in the past. He pointed to Prince's outfits, along with Cee Lo Green wearing a wedding dress during a Gnarls Barkley photoshoot. Charlamagne added that if a man wears women's clothes then he's a cross-dresser regardless of star power.

During the conversation the "Charlamagne and Friends" star also stated that "Young Thug's a character that developed over time." He added that the Atlanta rapper has probably seen how high the entertainment value is for saying and doing crazy things online, and Charlamagne clarifies that he doesn't buy into rumors that Young Thug is gay.

To hear more of what Charlamagne had to say about Young Thug, hit the clip below.

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DJ Kay Slay a.k.a. The Drama King is preparing to release his new mixtape titled Shadow of the Sun on October 26th.

He recruits Prodigy, Raekwon and Papoose for a song off of it, "Respect."

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G-Unit emcee Kidd Kidd keeps the new music coming. This time he links up with Young Dolph for "Right On Time." Produced by Firebeats101.

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Doctors at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles have cut off all Lamar Odom visitors except for Khloe Kardashian, after two emergency surgeries left him in a "fragile mental state."

The surgeries were performed Thursday, October 22, for chest issues, according to TMZ. It's not known if the procedures involved his heart, lungs or both.

"Lamar is not out of the woods," a source told Us Weekly. "I think it's still really touch-and-go. Khloe is not really responding to friends who've reached out; I think she's just in a bubble with her family right now."

The former NBA Sixth Man of the Year is also dealing with kidney problems. They are said to be failing. A transplant is needed.

TMZ reports that some fans are offering their kidneys. A couple of them want to be financially compensated.

One wants $25K, while another has asked for $100K.

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Smack and the Ultimate Rap League present another battle from the recent Summer Madness 5 event. This one features John John Da Don going against Mr. Wavy.

Who do you think won?

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Adele officially returns with the release of the official music video for her single, "Hello." This is off of her forthcoming album titled 25, which will be released on November 20th.

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Pre-order from Google Play http://smarturl.it/hellogplay 

Directed by Xavier Dolan, @XDolan

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Check out the latest music video from Project Pat for his song titled "What U Talkin' Bout." Let us know what you think in the comment section below and be on the lookout for Pat's forthcoming project, Street God: Street Testimony, coming soon.

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I’m so bloody excited!! X https://t.co/P1LnD37wz1

— Adele (@Adele) October 22, 2015

Adele is returning to the music scene with a follow up to her 2011 album, 21. The new disc is titled 25 and will arrive on November 20th.

The singer unveiled the cover (up top) via Instagram on Thursday, October 22nd.

25 Tracklist: 

1. “Hello”
2. “Send My Love (To Your New Lover)”
3. “I Miss You”
4. “When We Were Young”
5. “Remedy”
6. “Water Under the Bridge”
7. “River Lea”
8. “Love In The Dark”
9. “Million Years Ago”
10. “All I Ask”
11. “Sweetest Devotion”

Source: Rap-Up

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Charlamagne Tha God didn't give the "Donkey of the Day" to Meek Mill on Thursday, October 22, because Power 105.1 executives want to make sure the Philadelphia rapper performs at the Powerhouse concert tonight.

But he felt like Meek's rant against Wale yesterday had to be discussed so he, DJ Envy and Angela Yee opened up the phone lines and let the people give their opinions.

Peep it up top.

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Harlem, New York spitter Vado is back with a new tune titled "Gold Bricks." This one features Jadakiss and Narley Jenkins. The track was produced by Red Chief.

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After Drake released "Back to Back" dissing Meek Mill, most people declared him the winner of their beef.

Now new footage has emerged of Meek in the studio rapping over the same beat.

Is he planning on using Drizzy's own instrumental to fire back at his rival? Check out the clip below and let us know what you think in the comment section.

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They say that addicts have to hit rock bottom before they come to the realization that they can't continue living life that way.

For Lamar Odom, that moment came after his recent health scare. The former NBA player was found unconscious on Tuesday, October 13, following a weekend of partying at Dennis Hof's Love Ranch South in Pahrump, Nevada.

He fell into a coma for several days. Now that he is awake and recovering at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, Odom is determined to beat his addiction, believed to be cocaine.

TMZ reports that decision is the reason Khloe Kardashian decided to give their marriage a second chance, although some members of her family remain skeptical.

We wish Lamar luck.

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Gillie Da Kid a.k.a. The King of Philly recruits Lihtz, Quilly and Kur for "Young Bull." Check out the official music video directed by Peter Parkkerr below and sound off in the comment section.

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Chicago native Lil Mouse is not letting up on Slim Jesus. After previously releasing "Kill Time," Mouse bounces right back with another diss song aimed at both SJ and King Yella titled "Nail 'Em To the Cross."

We'll see if SJ responds.

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Fresh off of her "SlutWalk" last month in Los Angeles, Amber Rose, sat down for an interview with GQ's Carrie Battan.

She speaks about Kanye West, Wiz Khalifa, Tyga, Kylie Jenner, Blac Chyna, beef with Khloe Kardashian, being a motivational speaker and more.

Read an excerpt below.

On the perception of women considered to be promiscuous

It’s a fair point. I get it. But now that you’re here, we’re gonna really talk about slut shaming. I really want you guys to sit down and think about the act that your mother had to do with your father in order to have you. Really, fully understand that your mother is a sexual being. Is she a ho?

As a woman, it’s like…fuck! You have to act like a nun for a guy to respect you. And even if you do wait to have sex and you’re very comfortable and you do exactly what you want to do in that moment, you have to be very careful because you don’t want to be looked at as a ho. How do you win? You do exactly what you want to do. And if it doesn’t work out, then he’s just not meant for you.

I’ve been slut shamed by both of my exes, you know?

On Tyga, Kylie Jenner and Blac Chyna

I really went in on Tyga. He’d been texting Blac Chyna, saying, ‘I really want my family back’—but he was out with a 17-year-old.

On beef with Khloe Kardashian over comment about her being a stripper in her teens

I said, ‘Your sister has a career because your other sister made a sex tape and put the whole family on.’ Not that there’s anything wrong with that. I think it’s fucking awesome that she did a sex tape and made millions of dollars for her family. But let’s not forget where we came from. Because I didn’t.

TO READ THE FULL INTERVIEW HEAD OVER TO GQ

Photos: Robert Maxwell

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Wale appeared on The Breakfast Club this morning sounding like an artist who isn't happy with his label situation.

He said his project, The Album About Nothing, didn't get the proper push. He then reignited tensions with Meek Mill when he admitted that he's reached out to his label mate, but can't get a return call.

The two previously had issues in June 2014, when Meek felt like Wale wasn't supporting his Dreams Worth More Than Money album by not tweeting it to his followers.

"I ain't talked to [Meek}," Wale said on The Breakfast Club. "I've called him several times since the [Drake beef]. I don't know what's going on. I talk to several people in Dream Chasers, but when he [dissed Drake] I thought, 'OK, son might be off the drink, a little testosterone.' I don't know what's going on, but it's not the right decision."

Wale speaks on Meek Mill and Drake starting around the 22:00 mark

Wale continued the dialogue by giving his opinion on the outcome of the Drake vs. Meek Mill battle.

“I honestly think [Meek] brought a pencil to a gun fight. He ain’t even bring a knife, a pencil. A piece of paper. He tried to paper cut him to death,” he said. “You can’t compete with somebody that got them type of relationships. I’m tellin’ everybody who thinks that Meek lost this off the strength of losing. It doesn’t matter what he made. He could’ve wrote ‘Ether 3.0′ and the opinions of the people would’ve been that their boy from Canada waxed him.”

It didn't take long for Meek to respond via Instagram. He took it upon himself to kick Wale out of MMG.

"Niggas b doing all this to drop a new record gossiping about they hoe ass feelings and they personal life because they miserable and nobody don't rock wit them," Meek wrote. "Really stay away from me Fam! U not MMG NOMORE! This why u can't get my number you a hoe! and u dead cracked right now @wale foh nuttttt! I wasn't even mad at you Fam u got some real issues with yaself and you jealous! Broke rapper! This my last time I think addressing shit on the Internet .... But if I don't talk about it one of you dudes gone get hurt speaking my name like it's sweet! Y'all niggas gone stop mentioning my name like it ain't no consequences.... I'm off this internet! I don't speak on Mmg in interviews unless it's good! U a clown ... We don't wanna hear you nomore Fam! Go jump off a roof like u been tryna do chump! He not MMG IM MAKING THAT CALL ... He been tryna call me saying Rozay owe us money... He don't owe me shit and if he do I'll get it later .... Go that away!

Things are getting heated in that camp.

**UPDATE** October 22nd

Wale has responded to Meek Mill with a series of tweets and an Instagram post. Rather than engage in beef, the D.C. native decided to take a humorous approach.

Read below.

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Chalk one up for Jay Z and Timbaland's legal teams.

The Associated Press reports that a copyright infringement lawsuit against the two was thrown out on Wednesday, October 31st.

The nephew of Egyptian composer Baligh Hamdy sued the rapper and producer, claiming they ruined his uncle's song, "Khosara, Khosara," which was sampled for the 2000 hit record, "Big Pimpin."

U.S. District Judge Christina A. Snyder ruled Wednesday that the heir didn't have "the right to pursue a copyright infringement claim" and the case should be tossed out. She told jurors "she was basing her ruling on testimony about Egyptian law that was presented during a weeklong trial."

Pete Ross, the attorney for the plaintiff, said the judges ruling was "completely wrong." He plans to appeal the decision.

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