Hip Hop and Its Intersection with Politics Hip hop, a genre that originated in the 1970s in the Bronx, has always been more than just music. It’s a form of expression, a voice for the marginalized, and a powerful social and political tool. Over the years, hip hop has evolved, and so has its influence…
DeRidder, LA – Misty Roberts Clanton, who resigned as DeRidder mayor last week, faces serious allegations involving a juvenile. On Thursday morning, Roberts was arrested by Louisiana State Police on charges of third-degree rape and contributing to the delinquency of juveniles. According to the Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office, Roberts, 42, was booked at 10:13 a.m….
Photo Credit: Moneycontrol On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, Russia began one of the biggest drones strikes on Ukraine, mainly focusing on Kyiv and the neighboring areas. All 89 drones were shot down during the nearly seven-hour nocturnal attack, according to Ukrainian military officials. According to Kyiv authorities, the drones arrived in two waves, and “not…
A multi-day sting operation conducted at the San Diego Comic-Con Convention has led to the arrest of 14 individuals and the rescue of 10 victims, including a 16-year-old girl, authorities announced Tuesday. The operation, executed by the San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force, targeted human sex trafficking during one of the largest pop culture events…
New York, NY — A police officer was shot and another grazed in a shooting that occurred while responding to a robbery on the Lower East Side Thursday afternoon. The incident unfolded around 4 p.m. at Delancey and Eldridge Streets. Officers were called to the scene of a robbery involving a firearm at an e-bike…
Today marks a significant moment as three American citizens and one American green-card holder, previously imprisoned in Russia, are finally coming home: Paul Whelan, Evan Gershkovich, Alsu Kurmasheva, and Vladimir Kara-Murza. This achievement represents a major diplomatic success. In total, we have secured the release of 16 individuals from Russia, including five Germans and seven…
Phoenix, AZ (July 31, 2024) — Phoenix Police detectives have arrested a man in connection with a fatal stabbing incident that occurred earlier today in Central Phoenix. At approximately 9:00 a.m., officers responded to a call at 17th Avenue and Spruce Street after the Phoenix Fire Department discovered 36-year-old Gabriel Trejo with multiple stab wounds….
Phoenix, AZ — A tragic shooting in south Phoenix has resulted in the death of a 17-year-old male, identified as Aidan Apel. The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 1400 S 5th Ave. Upon arrival, officers found Apel in the driver’s seat of a vehicle, suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite…
Roser Batlle Roca recently announced the acceptance of their groundbreaking article on data replication in music generation, creating a buzz in the music information retrieval (MIR) community. This development, combined with the anticipation of the MiRA tool’s release, marks a significant milestone in the field. A Landmark Achievement The International Society for Music Information Retrieval…
In the heart of Dhaka, Bangladesh, chaos erupted as anti-government protests descended into violent clashes, leaving over 175 dead in a tragic confrontation between police and university students. This wave of unrest has thrown the nation into a state of emergency, with authorities imposing a nationwide internet blackout and curfew in a desperate bid to…