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Gold medalist Noah Lyles laughs at criticism of his painted nails

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Gold medalist Noah Lyles laughs at criticism of his painted nails
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American Olympic gold medalist Noah Lyles laughed off criticism of his painted nails.

Lyles won the 100 meters at the Paris Olympics in 9.79 seconds to become the World’s Fastest Man.

Lyles, 27, spoke exclusively to Us Weekly about some of the criticism he faced for showing up to the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony with the word “ICON” painted on his nails.

“I’m a person who knows that a lot of people have different opinions and they have them for different reasons,” Lyles told Us Weekly via Zoom from the Olympic Village in Paris.

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“To be honest, I’m so confident in myself that it doesn’t really matter. I think it’s funny at times.”
 
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Retired NBA star Dwyane Wade, who has a trans child, wrote on X (formerly Twitter): “And he got his nails painted. Say something.”

One X user wrote: “I genuinely don’t have a problem with Noah Lyles. I like the energy he brings to the sport. But that painting of the nails s–t [is] for the ladies bruh.”

Another person wrote, “Noah Lyles has his nails painted …This is just at the halfway point of the opening ceremony. Disturbing thus far.”

Lyles has a chance to win another gold medal in the men’s 200m final on Tuesday, August 6, in Paris.

He is seen celebrating with his coach after winning the first gold medal for the U.S. in the men’s 100m in 20 years.

This DNC Photo of Kamala Harris Has Everyone Talking

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This DNC Photo of Kamala Harris Has Everyone Talking
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The Democrats posted a photo on X (formerly Twitter) of Vice President Kamala Harris at the 2008 Democratic National Convention.

The image shows Harris smiling amid a sea of blue Michelle Obama signs.

The Democrats captioned the photo: “There are only 15 days until the Democratic National Convention. Who’s excited?”

The Democrats claim the image compares the enthusiasm for Michelle Obama in 2008 with the excitement Harris’ nomination has generated today.

However, X user Raheem Kassam says the Democrats posted the photo to show who’s really calling all the shots.

Kassam wrote: “For those wondering, this picture is from DNC 08, during Michelle Obama’s speech. It’s their way of telling you who is really in charge, as has been the case since 2008: the Obamas.”

But others believe the photo is a hint that Michelle Obama is the actual Democratic nominee for president.

Harris is set to announce her running mate on Tuesday, August 6.

Drill Rapper Nay Benz Arrested in Massive NYPD Gang Takedown

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Drill Rapper Nay Benz Arrested in Massive NYPD Gang Takedown
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The NYPD Gun Violence Suppression Division executed a massive pre-dawn raid in the Bronx on July 31.

Over 30 gang members were arrested and charged with 176 felony counts.

18-year-old aspiring drill rapper Nay Benz (pictured above) was the most prominent gang banger arrested.

Benz, whose real name is Nadine Asamoah, is a gang leader and “trigger puller.” Benz and other members of the Slattery gang are accused of terrorizing their Bronx neighborhood.

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Nay Benz raps about killing opps on “Jail Freestyle” — her first track since being released from jail in March.

I’ll let it flock ’cause I’m lovin’ the sound
Give a f**k if his mother around
Me and bro two deep tryna put ’em down
Spot him, we got him, he dead on the ground

“Every single drill [rap song] is exclusively about shooting the ops. And it’s really disparaging. You know, disgraceful if you will,” Assistant Chief Jason Savino said. “They describe the way individuals fall when they’re shot. They describe individuals as they’re laying there, really clinging on to life, and disparaging remarks, and really mocking the opposing gangs.”

One by one, unrepentant gang bangers were perp-walked in front of news cameras. The age of the suspects ranged from 16 to 26.

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Several women were arrested, including a suspect who is 8 months pregnant. “I love you, babe!” she shouted at her gang banger boyfriend.

When FOX 5 reporter Lisa Evers asked if a suspect is a “trigger puller”, the suspect replied: “I don’t pull no triggers, the only thing I pull is your mother.”

“When you look at these videos, there is no remorse. There’s no regret,” Chief Savino said. “They are absolutely firing bullets without remorse, regret, and without regard for anybody that’s around.”

Chief Savino called the suspects “some of the worst” gang bangers he has ever seen.

The investigation, which began last July, was accelerated possibly because Vice President Kamala Harris will accept the nomination at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this month.

Harris, a former prosecutor, is known to be tough on gang crime.

Halle Berry says Olivier Martinez refuses to accept her boyfriend Van Hunt

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Halle Berry says Olivier Martinez refuses to accept her boyfriend Van Hunt
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Halle Berry asked a court to force her ex-husband, Olivier Martinez, to attend co-parenting classes.

In a new court filing, the actress alleged that Martinez failed to show up to co-parenting classes as part of their agreement for their 9-year-old son Maceo.

Halle also says Martinez’s “lack of acceptance” of her boyfriend, Van Hunt, is preventing them from creating “a healthy environment” for her son, Maceo.

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“Olivier’s conduct has resulted in several areas that concern me greatly,” said Berry in the filing.

She listed one major concern as “Olivier’s continued refusal to accept my relationship with [boyfriend Van Hunt], who plays an important role in Maceo’s life.”

Berry and Martinez finalized their bitter divorce in August 2023.

According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, Martinez agreed to attend a co-parenting class with a coach to “resolve disputes and conflicts between them in an effort to successfully co-parent” Maceo.

But Berry says Martinez failed to show up for the scheduled meeting with the co-parenting coach.

Berry claimed that Martinez “unilaterally terminated” coaching sessions without telling her or the coach.

She said he went on vacation in France for the summer.

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Berry claims Martinez “has chosen to repeatedly violate agreements and court orders with careless regard.” She added that his alleged “conduct harms” their son and Martinez’s “already strained relationship” with Berry.

Berry asked the court to force Martinez to attend at least one more meeting with the co-parenting coach.

However, Judge Shelley Kaufman denied the request on Thursday due to “lack of exigent circumstances,” according to PEOPLE.

The judge said the request was not urgent or an emergency.

Fans question La La Anthony’s relationship with teen son Kiyan

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Fans question La La Anthony’s relationship with teen son Kiyan
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Fans question La La Anthony’s relationship with her teenage son, Kiyan Anthony, after he tattooed her face on his arm.

La La, 43, recently traveled to Japan with Kiyan, 17. She documented their travels on her Instagram page.

In one of the photos, Kiyan has a tattoo of his mom on his arm. In another photo, La La is seen hugging Kiyan from behind.

In another photo, Kiyan puts his arm around his mom while she’s wearing a sexually suggestive shirt.

The photos sparked debates and criticism online.

But one person defended La La and Kiyan, saying, “you can tell who ain’t have a healthy relationship wit they mom just by the comments.”

La La has had a difficult time finding love after divorcing Kiyan’s father Carmelo Anthony. She filed for divorce in July 2021 after she learned ‘Melo fathered a daughter out of wedlock.

La La previously said young men find her attractive.

She opened up about her personal life in an episode of the Spotify podcast “Call Her Daddy.” La La said she monitors her DMs for messages from men – only to find messages from 22-year-olds.

“Here’s how it goes. This is what I’m finding, I don’t understand this … I’m not saying when you get older you want to date younger guys. But when you get older, only younger guys want to date you,” she told the show’s host Alex Cooper.

“It’s the wildest thing. Guys will DM me and want to take me out and I’ll Google them, I’ll be like, ‘You’re 22 years old.’ Like, how?”

“People think I’m just out there, like, you can have any guy you want. But not really because the guys trying to talk to me are 21 to 22 years old,” she said.

Algerian boxer with XY chromosomes was raised as a girl

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Algerian boxer with XY chromosomes was raised as a girl
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The Algerian boxer who was disqualified for having male XY chromosomes was raised as a girl. Imane Khelif has what’s known as disorders of sex development (DSD).

DSD is a group of about 60 congenital conditions that affect the human reproductive system. DSDs was previously called “intersex.”

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Khelif’s XY chromosomes and testosterone levels give them a distinct physical advantage over biological women.

Like South African runner Caster Semenya, Khelif was born with XY chromosomes. They were both born with a malformed penis that resemble a vagina, but no uterus or ovaries.

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In 2010 and 2015, Semenya, 33, was given testosterone-suppressing medication by the IAAF and allowed to run in track meets.

Khelif, 25, and Semenya both have internal testicles (gonads) and they produce the same amount of testosterone as a normal male.

They both have the same musculature and skeletal systems of a biological male.

They both identify as women, but they have a physical advantage over most women.

Little Rock Nurse Catches Beatdown for Leaking Patient Info

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Little Rock Nurse Catches Beatdown for Leaking Patient Info
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A patient in Little Rock, Arkansas allegedly attacked her nurse in the hospital while recovering from surgery.

Surveillance video shows the patient punching and dragging the nurse while several healthcare workers stood nearby. Finally, a male nurse stepped in to stop the attack.

After the surveillance video went viral, the patient allegedly took to Facebook to explain why she put her hands on the nurse.

She explained that she was recovering from surgery when she recognized her nurse. She said the nurse didn’t like her from the 5th grade, so she posted her medical records on Snapchat.

“A b**ch just played [for real]! Imagine going to the hospital thinking you are in good hands while recovering from surgery and you end up knowing your nurse … only to find out the h*e posting your MyChart records on her close friends like it wasn’t gon get back to you!!!!” she wrote.

“Smh some of y’all don’t need to be working in the medical field. It is NEVER okay to post anyone’s personal information,” she added.

The patient said the nurse was terminated for violating the hospital’s HIPAA policy.

However, a user on X (formerly Twitter) claims the nurse and the patient’s baby daddy were dating.

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ATL club owner arrested during hearing over deadly shooting

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ATL club owner arrested during hearing over deadly shooting
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The owner of a troubled Atlanta nightclub was taken into custody during a court hearing over a deadly shooting at his club.

Police arrested Djibril Dafe, the owner of the Elleven45 Lounge, during a hearing over a deadly shooting at his club.

2 people were killed and 4 others were injured during a shooting at the club in Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood on Sunday, May 12.

Elleven45 Lounge has been a source of crime and other issues for nearby businesses.

Business owners urged the city of Atlanta to revoke the nightclub’s liquor license and shut down the club after multiple shootings in the area.

“We’re going to ask you to declare this property a nuisance,” said a representative of the city. “We’re going to ask you to issue an injunction to shut it down. We’re going to ask that the respondents be prohibited from operating Elleven45.”

Witnesses at Thursday’s court hearing asked the city to close the club after a temporary restraining order expires.

In related news, the city shut off the water at Elleven45 Lounge in May due to an outstanding $78,000 water bill.

Flavor Flav Pays U.S. Olympian’s Rent: ‘I Gotchu’

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Flavor Flav Pays U.S. Olympian’s Rent: ‘I Gotchu’
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Discus thrower Veronica Fraley feared she would be evicted when she returned home from the Olympics in Paris, France.

On Thursday, the graduate student at Vanderbilt University, wrote a post explaining that she can’t pay her rent while competing at the Olympics.

“I compete in the Olympic Games TOMORROW and can’t even pay my rent,” she wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “My school only sent about 75% of my rent while they pay football players (who haven’t won anything) enough to buy new cars and houses.”

Rapper Flavor Flav saw her post and responded, “I gotchu,,, DM me and I’ll send payment TODAY so you don’t have to worry bout it TOMORROW. And imma be rooting for ya tomorrow LETZ GO,!!!”

“The Flavor of Love” star later posted a screenshot of the payment he sent to Fraley. “Man of word,” he captioned the image. “And Imma try and come by and support you in person tomorrow ,,, LMK what time.”

Tennis champ Serena Williams’ husband Alexis Ohanian also stepped in to offer financial assistance.

“C’mon now! I’ll split it with @flavorfav,” he wrote.

Ohanian later shared a screenshot of a $7,760 payment to Fraley. He wrote, “Update! It is done.”

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In a follow-up post, Fraley criticized lucrative NIL deals that are offered to college athletes in major sports (football and basketball).

She clarified that her frustration has nothing to do with her school, but the “rules that bar me from making the amount I’m WORTH as a collegiate athlete such as NIL which favors popularity over performance. That’s all I’m sayin. Wish me luck tm!”

A$AP Rocky celebrates son Riot Rose’s 1st birthday

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A$AP Rocky celebrates son Riot Rose’s 1st birthday
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A$AP Rocky celebrated his youngest son Riot Rose’s 1st birthday on Thursday, August 1. The rapper shared adorable photos and a video of his son on his Instagram page.

He captioned the post: “HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY TO MY 2ND BORN SON RIOT ROSE MAYERS.”

The lead photo shows Rocky holding his 2 sons whom he shares with singer Rihanna.

Riot Rose and first-born son RZA Athelston Mayers, 2, sit in his lap wearing sweatsuits. RZA sips a bottle of juice, while Riot Rose sucks on his pacifier.

A video in the gallery shows Rocky cuddling and kissing Riot Rose. Another video shows Rihanna lifting Riot off a bed while he listens to her music through his daddy’s headphones.

Riot Rose is his mom’s twin, while his older brother RZA shares his dad’s characteristics.

Rihanna — who has dated her common-law husband Rocky since 2020 — denied rumors that she’s pregnant with their third child at age 36.

The pop singer silenced the pregnancy rumors after she was seen wearing an oversized coat and shielding her belly with a handbag.

RiRi denied the rumors by wearing black sheer lingerie in a promotion for her Savage X Fenty brand. The promo has since been deleted from Instagram.

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