Tyler Perry facing a $260 million lawsuit for sexual assault, Tems features in Omega’s “My Little Secret” campaign, Barcelona signs goalkeeper Joan Garcia on six-year deal. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
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1. Tyler Perry is facing a $260 million lawsuit for sexual assault
Tyler Perry is being sued for $260 million over alleged sexual assault, TMZ reports.
Derek Dixon claims Tyler made unwelcome advances on him before later casting him in ‘The Oval.’
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) June 17, 2025
Filmmaker and media mogul Tyler Perry is facing a $260 million lawsuit filed by actor Derek Dixon, who appeared in Perry’s BET series The Oval. Dixon alleges that Perry sexually assaulted and harassed him over several years, beginning in 2019 after a chance encounter at an industry event. According to the lawsuit, Perry initiated contact and later invited Dixon to his Atlanta home, where the first alleged incident occurred. The actor claims that while he was intoxicated and asleep in a guest room, Perry entered the room and touched him inappropriately. Dixon says the advances continued over time, including sexually suggestive text messages and further encounters, one of which involved Perry allegedly grabbing him by the throat and making lewd remarks.
The lawsuit also alleges a pattern of quid pro quo behavior, with Dixon stating that he feared losing his job if he rejected Perry’s advances. He eventually left The Oval after filing a formal complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in June 2024. In response to the lawsuit, Tyler Perry’s attorney, Matthew Boyd, dismissed the allegations as a “scam,” asserting that Dixon’s claims are fabricated and part of an attempted shakedown. Boyd added that Perry intends to fight the accusations in court, confident they will not hold up under scrutiny.
2. Tems features in Omega’s “My Little Secret” campaign
Tems for Omega’s “my little secret” Campaign ✨ pic.twitter.com/w5ts7CrilR
— tems 𝖘z𝖓 (@temsszn) June 18, 2025
Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems has joined an elite group of global celebrities in Omega’s new My Little Secret campaign, unveiled on Wednesday. The campaign celebrates the launch of Omega’s first Aqua Terra timepiece in a 30mm size. It features striking portraits of Tems alongside other stars like Ariana DeBose, Ashley Graham, Danielle Marsha, Marisa Abela, and Sunday Rose Kidman Urban—the daughter of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban. With this appearance, Tems continues to solidify her presence in high fashion, representing the fusion of contemporary artistry and timeless elegance that Omega’s latest collection embodies.
The My Little Secret campaign reflects Omega’s push for greater versatility and individuality in women’s watches. The Aqua Terra collection includes 12 unique designs, crafted in materials such as stainless steel, two-tone blends, 18-karat Moonshine Gold, and Sedna Gold. Each model is powered by Omega’s newly engineered master chronometer calibres 8750 and 8751, tailored to the intimate 30mm scale. According to Omega CEO Raynald Aeschlimann, the campaign emphasizes the hidden craftsmanship behind each piece, inviting wearers to discover the beauty within, making it a fitting metaphor for Tems’ own quietly powerful rise in both music and fashion.
3. Iran says it won’t surrender in the Israel conflict
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says his country won’t surrender to Israel after US President Donald Trump called for the Islamic Republic’s capitulation, warning that if the US joined Israel’s military offensive, it would see “irreparable damage.”
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— Bloomberg (@business) June 18, 2025
Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, declared Wednesday that the country would never yield to what he called “unacceptable” demands for unconditional surrender from U.S. President Donald Trump. Speaking six days into a deadly conflict ignited by Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military facilities, Khamenei warned the U.S. of “irreparable damage” should it intervene militarily in support of its ally. His statement came as speculation swirled around potential American involvement, fueled by Trump’s remarks that the U.S. could “easily assassinate” the Iranian leader.
The war has intensified dramatically since Israel launched a large-scale bombing campaign on Friday, prompting Iranian retaliation with missiles, drones, and hypersonic weapons. Israeli airstrikes have targeted key nuclear infrastructure, including centrifuge production facilities near Tehran, according to the UN atomic watchdog. Meanwhile, air raid sirens and missile intercepts have become common in cities like Tel Aviv. Civilian casualties are mounting on both sides, with Iran reporting at least 224 deaths and Israel confirming 24 fatalities. As tensions rise, international calls for de-escalation remain overshadowed by fears of broader regional warfare.
4. Coi Leray has given birth to her and Trippie Redd’s first child
Congrats to Coi Leray and Trippie Red on the birth of their baby girl. 🩷 pic.twitter.com/3hdSxGyJia
— Rap Alert (@rapalert6) June 17, 2025
Rapper Coi Leray has officially become a mother, announcing the birth of her and Trippie Redd’s baby girl on Instagram. The emotional reveal came via her Story, where she shared a touching photo of the newborn’s hand wrapped around her finger. The couple, who first announced the pregnancy in January, have had a turbulent relationship that has played out publicly through social media and music.
Despite their on-again, off-again romance, both artists remained creatively active during the pregnancy. Coi dropped her What Happened To Forever? EP in February, while Trippie continued promoting his upcoming project, Live Love Laugh Die. The pair initially began dating in 2019 but experienced multiple breakups and reconciliations, confirming they were back together last September. Though recent online exchanges suggest another split, Coi’s father, Benzino, told the media that the pair is in a “positive place” as co-parents.
5. Barcelona signs goalkeeper Joan Garcia on a six-year deal
🚨🔵🔴 OFFICIAL: Barcelona confirm Joan García as new signing for €25m, contract until June 2031. pic.twitter.com/McpmgvGIvY
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 18, 2025
Barcelona have completed the signing of 24-year-old goalkeeper Joan Garcia from local rivals Espanyol, triggering his €25m ($29m) release clause. Garcia will officially join the Spanish champions on Friday and has signed a six-year contract that keeps him at Camp Nou until 2030. The highly-rated shot-stopper had attracted interest from Premier League sides Arsenal and Manchester United but chose to continue his career in Spain.
Garcia has been a standout performer since making his Espanyol debut in 2021, racking up 67 appearances. He was instrumental in their promotion to La Liga in 2023-24 and led the division in saves (146) last season, helping the club avoid relegation. Though yet to feature for Spain’s senior team, he won Olympic gold in Paris last summer. With Marc-Andre ter Stegen recovering from a serious knee injury and Wojciech Szczesny set to leave at the end of his short-term contract, Garcia is expected to provide strong competition for the No. 1 spot at Barcelona.
Featured image: Shayan Asgharnia for Backstage
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