Trump Calls Hush Money Trial 'Rigged' and 'a Disgrace' After Guilty Verdict on All Counts

(EEW Magazine News) Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all counts in his historic and unprecedented criminal trial, making him the first former president of the United States to be convicted of a crime.

Speaking outside the courthouse on Thursday, just moments after learning of the verdict, Trump denounced the trial as "a disgrace."

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Marian Robinson, Mother of Former First Lady Michelle Obama, Passes Away at 86

WASHINGTON — Marian Robinson, the mother of former First Lady Michelle Obama, has died at the age of 86, according to a statement obtained by EEW Magazine.

“She passed peacefully this morning, and right now, none of us are quite sure how exactly we’ll move on without her,” the family statement read.

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Baltimore’s former top prosecutor spared prison for mortgage fraud and perjury

GREENBELT, Md. (AP) — A former Baltimore city prosecutor who achieved a national profile for charging police officers in a Black man’s death was spared prison time in her sentence Thursday for perjury and mortgage fraud.

Democratic former State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby’s sentence includes 12 months of home confinement, 100 hours of community service and three years of supervised release.

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Ayesha and Stephen Curry Welcome Fourth Child, Caius Chai Curry

Congratulations are in order for Ayesha Curry, 35, and her husband, NBA star Stephen Curry, 36, who have welcomed their fourth child! The couple announced the birth of their son, Caius Chai Curry, on Instagram on May 27, although he was born on May 11.

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Texas Supreme Court rejects challenge to state’s abortion law over medical exceptions

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Texas Supreme Court on Friday rejected a challenge to one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the U.S. following a lawsuit by women who had serious pregnancy complications.

The ruling from the court is the latest decision to uphold Texas’ abortion ban, which critics say does not offer enough clarity over when exceptions are allowed.

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Jamal Bryant announces engagement to ‘beautiful, ‘brilliant’ Karri Turner

Rev. Jamal Bryant surprised New Birth Missionary Baptist Church during Sunday’s service with a proposal to fellow pastor Karri Turner, making her a prospective First Lady.

The news quickly spread on social media, accompanied by Bryant’s personal Instagram post announcing the upcoming nuptials.

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Kirk Franklin’s ‘Reunion Tour’ features Gospel’s Heavy-Hitters (See Promo)

Gospel legend, Kirk Franklin, a 19-time GRAMMY® Award-winning producer, songwriter, and artist, has unveiled the highly anticipated 2024 leg of The Reunion Tour. Joining him as co-headliners are esteemed peers and fellow gospel heavy-hitters Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, and The Clark Sisters. Kierra Sheard-Kelly will also join the tour as a special guest across all dates.

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Jekalyn Carr, Todd Dulaney to Co-Host 2024 Impact SOAR Awards, Honoring Gospel Music

Gospel recording artists Jekalyn Carr and Todd Dulaney will co-host the 2024 Impact SOAR Awards, airing on the Impact Network on June 17 at 8 p.m. ET. The show will honor four top artists in contemporary gospel music: Marvin Sapp (Icon Honoree), Ricky Dillard (Legend Honoree), Travis Greene (Luminary Honoree), and Kim Burrell (Industry Impact Honoree).

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Jason Nelson and Madison Ryann Ward's New Duet ‘Made New’ Hits 260,000 Streams in Weeks

Renowned gospel artist Jason Nelson and soulful singer Madison Ryann Ward have collaborated on a new duet, “Made New” (Jaelyn Song/Tyscot / Fair Trade), which has amassed over 260,000 streams since its release on May 10.

This smooth track, featuring ethereal backing vocals and a message of redemption, is expected to become a staple on Quiet Storm radio. The song was recorded live at World Overcomers Christian Church in Durham, North Carolina, and is part of Nelson’s upcoming album, You Belong: Live in Durham, set to release on June 7.

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Ghanaian Gospel Sensation Empress Gifty Launches 'U Cook' Show with Culinary and Musical Extravaganza

Ghanaian gospel sensation Gifty Adorye, known as Empress Gifty, launched her anticipated cooking show "U Cook" on United Television (UTV) on May 27, 2024.

The event combined culinary delights with musical performances as Empress Gifty entertained the audience with her hit songs before unveiling her new cooking venture.

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