Kanye West was banned from entering the UK amid antisemitism backlash, triggering sponsor withdrawals and the cancellation of Wireless Festival despite prior defenses and an apology attempt. Wireless Festival boss Melvin Benn defended Kanye’s headlining slot as a matter of forgiveness and legal right, even as major sponsors pulled out and controversy intensified. Amanda Bynes signed a music deal and is launching her debut single “Girlfriend” featuring Fenix Flexin, marking a shift from acting to a new pop-rap career. Offset was shot outside a Florida casino but remains in stable condition after non-life-threatening injuries, with two individuals detained and an investigation ongoing. Lil Tjay was arrested on a disorderly conduct charge tied to a fight preceding Offset’s shooting, as police continue to investigate the incident. Offset was seen happily interacting with fans moments before the shooting, showing no signs of trouble shortly before gunfire erupted.

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