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Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ye Says He ‘Dreams' of Apologizing to Jay-Z
Ye (formerly Kanye West) regrets what he's said about mentor and former collaborator Jay-Z. Over the weekend, the controversial artist took to X to say that he often 'dreams' of making amends. 'All my dreams have been about apologizing to Jay Z,' he wrote. More from Billboard Ye Says He & Jay-Z 'Fought' Over MAGA Hat Lyric on 'Donda' Joe Jonas Reflects on Infamous 'South Park' Episode: 'I Was the Only Brother That Loved It' Peter Murphy Cancels 2025 Tour Dates Due To Ongoing 'Health Issues' In another deleted post back in April, he said he was 'sorry' for his past transgressions, specifically when he insinuated that Jay and his wife's Beyoncé's young twins Rumi and Sir Carter have mental disabilities in a rant on X a month before in March. 'I'm sorry Jay Z,' he tweeted on April 10. 'I be feeling bad about my tweet but I still feel I gave my life to this industry and thought so many people were my family but when I needed family on some real sh– none of these rap n—as had my back.' Later during the month of April, Ye revealed that he and Jigga had a falling out over a bar referring to his red MAGA hat on the song 'Jail' from Ye's 2021 album Donda, where he floated the idea that their supergroup The Throne may be able to make a return to glory. 'Stop all of that red cap, we goin' home,' Jay rapped. 'Not me with all of these sins, castin' stones/ This might be the return of The Throne.' Ye was in the news earlier Monday when another former collaborator, Pusha T, addressed their current relationship — a relationship Ye recently said that he wants to fix. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kanye West 'dreams' of apologising to Jay-Z
Kanye West has shared that he dreams of apologising to Jay-Z. The controversial artist took to X to say that he often thinks about making amends. "All my dreams have been about apologising to Jay-Z," he wrote. The Chicago rapper and producer went on a rant about his mentor's kids earlier this year, insinuating that Jay and his wife Beyoncé's young twins, Rumi and Sir Carter, have mental disabilities. "Wait, has anyone ever seen Jay-Z and Beyonce's younger kids?" he wrote in a post. "No, like, literally, and this is why artificial insemination is such a blessing." In another deleted post back in April, West said he was "sorry" for his past transgressions. "I'm sorry Jay-Z," he tweeted on 10 April. "I be feeling bad about my tweet." Later that month, the troubled rap artist revealed that he and Jay-Z had also had a falling out over a lyric about him wearing the infamous 'Make America Great Again' hat. West was in the news earlier this week when another former collaborator, Pusha T, addressed their current relationship, saying he doesn't view his former collaborator as "a man". West tweeted over the weekend, "I miss me and Pusha's friendship."
CNBC
a day ago
- Business
- CNBC
CEO trusted by Jay-Z, Google exec says 'conflict' is the key to success: 'It's OK to disagree'
It might sound counterintuitive, but conflict and disagreement are two essential ingredients to a business' success. That's according to marketer, entrepreneur and music executive Steve Stoute, who counts Jay-Z, McDonalds, the New York Knicks and Google's Lorraine Twohill among the many big names that have relied on his expertise. In an interview with The New York Times, Stoute said that "there's something wrong" if a business has "no conflict." "Getting people comfortable around challenge in a respectful way is a very important value," he said. "What I'm trying to do is have people embrace the idea that it's OK to disagree." The 54-year-old encourages healthy conflict within his teams by keeping it top-of-mind. Because video conferencing software like Zoom "allows you to avoid conflict," Stoute said he makes sure to talk about its importance the same way he would talk about any other part of running a business. "The same way I talk about bonuses or health care or wins or losses, we talk about conflict," he said. "If tension gets overlooked, then the company will not reach its full potential." Indeed, Stoute's thoughts on conflict are backed by experts. Robert Bordone, the founder and former director of the Harvard Negotiation and Mediation Clinical Program, told CNBC Make It earlier this year that it is better to embrace conflicts and learn to navigate them rather than to avoid them entirely. "The work of being conflict resilient is entering into a landscape that doesn't have a script because it's motivated by a sense of curiosity about something of the other person," he said. Having a conflict or a disagreement is different from having a fight. Kurt Gray, a social psychology professor at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, told CNBC Make It that the best approach is to think of a disagreement as a conversation rather than as "a chance to score points or try to make the other person look stupid." Gray recommended taking the time to understand the other person's motivation and learning how they came to their conclusion before explaining why you disagree. "Establishing a connection with someone, seeing them as a fellow human being, I think it goes a long way," Gray said. ,
USA Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Beyoncé closed out her New York shows in style with a bold fashion tribute to Jay-Z
Beyoncé closed out her New York shows in style with a bold fashion tribute to Jay-Z Beyoncé Knowles-Carter ended her first U.S. stint with a bang in the New York area, serving fresh looks and paying homage to her husband, Jay-Z. The Grammy-winning singer hit the stage for her fifth show at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on May 29. The concert marked Beyoncé's final performance in the New York area — East Rutherford, New Jersey — on her Cowboy Carter and Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour. She first kicked off her New York area run on May 22. During the show, Beyoncé rocked several new, show-stopping looks, making a fashion statement throughout the evening. One of her notable new looks appeared during her "Alligator Tears" performance. Beyoncé entered the stage in a black cowboy hat, a black furry coat, and black buckled pants paired with a corset. Many fans instantly took note of the ensemble with one saying, " Oh, this new look is the best yet on the entire tour. Once again, I'm gagged." Another head-turner came later in the show, when Beyoncé donned an "NY" cowboy hat, sparkly chaps, a fringed varsity jacket, and a T-shirt featuring a throwback photo of her husband, hip-hop mogul Jay-Z, who was born in Brooklyn. The outfit made for a special moment when Beyoncé included a snippet of his 2008 hit "I'm a Hustler" in her set. Beyoncé's tour has been a huge showcase of fashion and creativity, while also putting a spotlight on the Black-owned brand Telfar. Each night, Beyoncé continues to blend high fashion and cowboy couture, keeping fans on the edge of their seats as they anticipate a new look. There's been many looks incorporating Western-glam: sparkly chaps, cowboy hats, boots and piles of fringe. And her New York closer was no different. As fans know, Beyoncé first released the 27-track project in March 2024. It has since made history and broken multiple records. As Beyoncé's first country album, she deliberately featured country legends and emerging Black country artists alike. She became the first Black woman to win best country album at the 2025 Grammys and also took home album of the year. Of course, Beyoncé first debuted her "Cowboy Carter" tour at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28 with 39 songs on the set list. The concerts have been revolutionary shows filled with family, fashion, different music genres, and most notably country music and cultural commentary. The nine-city tour will span the U.S. and Europe with the grand finale taking place in Las Vegas on July 26. Her next stop will be in London at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on June 5, 7, 10, 12, 14 and 16. Follow Caché McClay, the USA TODAY Network's Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reporter, on Instagram, TikTok and X as @cachemcclay.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hudson Yards casino plan dropped over backlash to complex near NYC High Line — as Jay-Z pushes rival proposal
A controversial proposal to build a $12 billion casino complex in Hudson Yards near the High Line was dropped in the face of fierce community opposition, officials said Monday. The Wynn Resort-Related Companies partnership announced it withdrew the bid, which was due for submission next month. 'After careful consideration, we have decided not to lodge an application for a gaming license in New York City,' Wynn Resorts said in a statement that came the same day rap star Jay-Z was in Albany lobbying state lawmakers over a rival casino proposal in Times Square. Wynn cited 'persistent opposition' for the withdrawal. 'The recent rezoning process has made it clear to us that there are uses for our capital more accretive to our shareholders, such as investment in our existing and upcoming developments and stock buybacks, than investing in an area in which we, or any casino operator, will face years of persistent opposition despite our willingness to employ 5,000 New Yorkers,' it said in a statement. 'We sincerely thank those who have supported our efforts, including our partners at Related Companies, and continue to believe that their proposed Hudson Yards West development is an outstanding opportunity for New York City.' The proposal, which was opposed by Friends of the High Line and Community Board 4, is just the latest development plan to get scuttled on Manhattan's West Side after planned professional sports complexes were blocked. Jay Z meanwhile met separately with state Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart Cousins (D-Yonkers) and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie (D-Bronx) in the state Capitol. Sources said Jay-Z was in the capital to discuss the glittering casino plan for 1515 Broadway, in partnership with SL Green and Caesars as well as his entertainment company, Roc Nation. The odds could be long. . The Broadway League and the No Times Square Casino, which includes many neighborhood and civic leaders, oppose having a casino in the Great White Way. 'I don't think there is going to be a casino in Manhattan,' said John Sabini, former chairman of the state racing and wagering board, citing grassroots opposition. A casino industry insider said Wynn's withdrawal boosts other bidders, including potentially Mets billionaire owner Steve Cohen' s partnership with Hard Rock for a proposed $8 billion 'Metropolitan Park' casino complex next to Citi Field. Las Vegas Sands also recently withdrew its bid to open a casino at the Nassau Coliseum hub. 'Cohen has been all over the playing field,' the source said, referring to the millions of dollars Cohen has spent on lobbying and public relations efforts in Albany and in Queens. Bidders with chips still on the table: — The Steve Cohen-Hard Rock 'proposed $8 billion casino next to Citi Fields bid requires the legislature to approve a state law to repurpose the lots around Citi Field from parkland to commercial use to building a betting facility. The state Assembly has already passed the measure, but it is awaiting action in the state Senate. Local state Sen. Jessica Ramos, whose district includes the heart of the project, is opposed. — World Trade Center developer Larry Silverstein is making a play to the north on the Far West Side. Silverstein Properties recently brought on gaming operator Rush Street — which operates Rivers Casino and Resort in Schenectady — for its bid for a 46-story mixed use casino complex called the Avenir, on vacant property at 11th Avenue and 41st Street. — A Times Square casino proposed at 1515 Broadway — home of the Minskoff Theatre and 'The Lion King' Disney musical — by Caesars Entertainment, SL Green and Jay-Z's Roc Nation. — The Soloviev Group, in partnership with gaming operator Mohegan, is looking to build a mixed-use casino proposal called Freedom Plaza along First Avenue between East 38th and 41st Streets near the East River. —Over in The Bronx, Bally's is proposing a casino and entertainment complex next to the golf course it took over from the Trump Organization in 2023 — renaming 'Trump Links' at Ferry Point to 'Bally Links.' Like Cohen, Bally's bid requires Albany's legislative approval to repurpose parkland for commercial use. That bill is still in committee, but Bronx lawmakers have pledged to support it. — In Brooklyn, there's a plan to open a $3 billion 'Coney' casino by Coney Island's fabled boardwalk, just steps from the beach, located smack between the iconic Cyclone and Wonder Wheel. Partners include Thor Equities, Legends Entertainment and the Chickasaw Nation — Genting, the owner of the Resorts World World slots parlor at Aqueduct race track that opened in 2011, has proposed a $5 billion plan to expand its current operations and also offer live table games such as black jack and crap, as well as a 7,000 seat concert venue. — In Yonkers, MGM Resorts International, which introduced slot-machine-style gaming in 2006 with its Empire City Casino next to the racetrack there, also is aiming for a full gaming license with a $3 billion expansion plan that would offer live table bets. Casino applications must be submitted to the state by June 27. Community advisory councils will then have to vote on any bids located in their jurisdiction by Sept. 30. Reps on these committees include the mayor and the local borough president, state Senators, Assembly members and City Council member. The state Gaming Commission will award up to three casino licenses and collect a $500 million license fee from each recipient by Dec. 31 after review of bids by the state Gaming Facility Location Board.
