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Prosecutors Rest Their Case Against R. Kelly After Weeks Of Testimony

on September 22, 2021 La Bodega 1 comment

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Federal prosecutors have rested their case against R. KELLY following 19 days of allegations of sexual abuse and testimony from more than 40 witnesses about how the singer allegedly controlled the minute details of his accusers’ everyday lives. According to YAHOO! NEWS, since opening statements on AUGUST 18th, prosecutors have presented accusers, former employees and other witnesses who testified in BROOKLYN’s federal courthouse about how KELLY controlled the lives of his young “girlfriends,” who often lived with him.

The accusers, whose experiences with KELLY spanned the course of about 25 years until his JULY 2019 arrest, described how the singer pressured them into sex. One woman said KELLY sexually assaulted her just moments after meeting her backstage after a concert. Others described being “trained” in sex and living with the singer over the course of several years. KELLY also gave several of them herpes, they testified, without disclosing that he had the incurable disease.

KELLY has pleaded not guilty to all the charges against him. His defense attorneys are expected to begin presenting their own witnesses for about two days, before each team of lawyers presents their closing arguments.

As the trial heads toward its conclusion, the singer faces legal risk elsewhere. Federal and state-level prosecutors in CHICAGO each have pending cases against KELLY involving similar allegations, as does a district attorney’s office in MINNESOTA.

To read the full story from INSIDER, click here.

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The T-Quest Show: Ny’Aira Collins

on September 21, 2021 The T-Quest Show add comment

#GetSOM via @TQuestGLM THE T-QUEST SHOW: NY'AIRA COLLINS is an R&B sensation who's been in the game for a while and not stopping any time

Straight Official Magazine Sit Down: Lil Bae | @lilbae33

on September 21, 2021 Artist Interviews Music Music Videos Straight Official Straight Official Magazine Uncategorized add comment

#GetSOM via @djspins Lil Bae (Photo Cred: Lil Bae IG page) Recently we got the chance to catch up with North Carolina recording artist Lil

The Lit Lounge Tour Is Coming To A City Near You!

on September 20, 2021 Journalist Bae Mocha Mondays Straight Official Magazine Uncategorized add comment

September 24-26, 2021 - The Lit Lounge Tour is set to kick off this weekend in Jacksonville, FL. In previous years, the tour was primarily focused on showcasing music, however this year it will include a one night only comedy show, club after parties, the introduction of Victor George Vodka, and an overall impactful message to share.

‘Friday’ Star And Comedian AJ Johnson Dies at 55

on September 20, 2021 Entertainment News Straight Official Magazine add comment

(Photo Cred: Memesrandom.com) AJ JOHNSON has died. Confirming multiple news reports, comedian ANTHONY JOHNSON has passed away. He was 55 years old. AJ Johnson in

MOTIVATIONAL MONDAYS: Continue To Be YOU!

on September 20, 2021 Da Butterfly Effect Motivational Moments 2 comments

Haters are good at what they do…NOW CONTINUE TO BE YOU!

#GetSOM via @mzkim2012

What’s happening my beautiful faces?! It’s Monday honey so let’s get this good MOTIVATION going. As much as we would like for haters to go jump in the nearest river, they are here to stay. Truth is, some of them thrive off of the foolishness and drama they cause. Now if you think you are the only one with haters, think again. Today we will look at my girl Lizzo and how she deals with the madness.

Gotta take a deep breath, time to focus on you.
Lizzo – Good as Hell

Since the moment she stepped on the scene as a bold and confident artist, Lizzo has dealt with her fair share of haters. No matter how good her music is or how fly her fit is…someone somewhere is in the shadows waiting to say something negative. Sounds familiar? Honey, when it comes to being the center of cruel jokes and horrible memes, my girl had to endure it all. From jokes about her size, songs and even her attire. Now this is where the lesson comes in…She admitted it hurt a little, but each time she came back with something stronger. I know you are not at celebrity status and it’s hard to avoid the situations, but you are apart of my beautiful faces family. With that being said, together we will come out on top.

Lizzo makes music to empower the underdog, the disliked and less ordinary. You are doing something special and that’s why you have haters spreading rumors and gossip about you. I need you to regroup and focus on you. Don’t let the comments, jokes, memes and other forms of ignorance get you down. Instead use it as fuel. Not that you have something to prove, but use it as motivation, baby. Turn that negative energy into something positive. Never grant a hater the satisfaction of watching you fall or fret…you have more power than you think.

Now, my loves, go out into the world with your head held high and confidence on ten. Please know that despite with others say, do or think of you…YOU ARE WONDERFULLY MADE. Not everyone will like you and that’s ok. Mark my word, most people that give you a hard time, really desire to be. All of the good you are doing, we see it and we need it…DON’T STOP, BELIEVE IN YOU, BECAUSE I KNOW YOU GOT THIS…..and remember to LIVE LIKE ITS YOUR LAST!

Alright my beautiful faces I hope you have an amazing Monday. Be sure to come back for some more motivation every week. If you need another dose of KimdaSSB, check me out on https://www.power99damixx.com/ Monday and Wednesday 8 – 10pm cst or follow me on Instagram Mzkim2012.