On August 2, 2025, Hollywood Hip-hop veteran Busta Rhymes was finally given his flowers as he received his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, becoming the 2,818th person to earn the prestigious honor. The ceremony took place on Hollywood Boulevard, where longtime fans, friends, and fellow artists gathered to celebrate a rap icon whose career has spanned decades.

Busta stood before the crowd with emotion in his voice and gratitude in his heart. He spoke about how hard he worked to get to this point, saying he never looked for shortcuts or handouts. “I feel like I’m being born again today,” he told the crowd. “This is a full-circle moment for me.”

Meanwhile, the ceremony wasn’t short of star power. LL Cool J took the mic to speak about Busta’s unmatched energy and impact, calling his career magical. He praised Busta for always bringing something new to the table and for never losing his voice in a fast-changing industry.

Chuck D, who actually gave Busta his stage name back in the day, also shared memories and praised his consistency.

SummerSlam 2025 is making history by spreading its action over two nights for the first time ever. The event kicked off on August 2 and continues through August 3 at the iconic MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Fans around the world are tuning in through Peacock in the U.S. and Netflix internationally to witness this blockbuster wrestling event.

This year’s SummerSlam is packed with energy, star power, and major matchups. Rap superstar Cardi B is hosting the event, adding extra excitement and flair to the show. Wrestling fans are especially hyped for the headline clashes. Gunther is going head-to-head with CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship, a match that promises serious heat. Another big faceoff is set between John Cena and Cody Rhodes as they battle it out for the Universal Title, with fans already split on who might take the belt.

The crossover element of this year’s event adds more entertainment. Country singer Jelly Roll is teaming up with wrestling legend Randy Orton to take on Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre. This unexpected pairing is being called a true blend of music, sports, and entertainment. Night 1 has already kicked off the action, setting the tone for what’s expected to be an unforgettable weekend for wrestling lovers worldwide.

K-pop girl group IVE is officially making their return to the music scene, and fans are already excited. The group has announced that their fourth extended play, titled IVE SECRET, will drop on August 25.

The announcement came with a set of teaser images. The word “XOXZ” was featured across the visuals, alongside surreal objects like flying pigs, paper cranes, a perfume bottle, and an old-school phone. Every member was pictured in a unique setup, and the vibe was mysterious.

This comeback marks IVE’s return after several months away from the spotlight. Their last release earlier this year, IVE EMPATHY, was a huge success both in Korea and internationally. Since then, the group has performed at major global festivals and continued to grow their fanbase across continents.