Democrats are not happy with Kamala Harris for revelations in her memoir, Davido becomes a Grammy voting member for the 2026 awards, Ousmane Dembélé wins the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or. 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. Democrats are not happy with Kamala Harris for revelations in her memoir
Kamala Harris’ Allies Could Turn Into Foes – Democrats Shocked by Her Claims in Controversial Memoir https://t.co/nXOqhIy2cT
— The Inquisitr (@theinquisitr) September 23, 2025
Former US. Vice President Kamala Harris is facing mounting criticism from fellow Democrats over her memoir, 107 Days, which offers a searing account of the party’s failed 2024 presidential campaign and casts blame on key figures within the Democratic establishment. The book, released on Tuesday, September 24, details Harris’s short-lived campaign after Joe Biden’s withdrawal and her eventual loss to Donald Trump, a campaign she portrays as marred by internal sabotage, poor strategy, and unsupportive allies. The memoir has already sparked backlash for its blunt assessments, particularly her claim that she passed over Pete Buttigieg as a running mate because choosing a gay man alongside a Black woman would be “too big of a risk” for voters.
Reactions from within the party have been swift and sharp. Buttigieg pushed back, saying he believes Americans deserve “more credit than that,” while a spokesperson for Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, another figure criticized in the book, called Harris’s account “simply ridiculous.” Harris also took aim at her eventual running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, for his underwhelming debate performance, and described a dismissive interaction with California Governor Gavin Newsom, whom she said never returned a key phone call. Even former President Biden comes under fire in the memoir, with Kamala Harris recounting a perplexing and ill-timed call before a major debate. With the 2026 midterms on the horizon, Democrats are voicing concern that Harris’s memoir may deepen party rifts at a moment when unity is sorely needed.
2. Davido becomes a Grammy voting member for the 2026 awards
Davido is now a #GRAMMYs Recording Academy Voting Member. pic.twitter.com/EPi0DDdJPq
— The Debut Hub (@thedebuthub) September 23, 2025
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Davido has been accepted as a voting member of the Recording Academy, the body behind the prestigious Grammy Awards. This significant achievement not only highlights Davido’s growing influence on the global music scene but also positions him to play a key role in shaping the industry’s future. As a voting member, the “Feel” hitmaker will participate in the nomination and final-ballot phases of the 2026 Grammy Awards. The Recording Academy announced his inclusion in an Instagram post on Tuesday, alongside other new members, including Offset, Jessie Reyez, and Zac Brown Band, as part of its ongoing effort to diversify its membership.
Davido, who earned three Grammy nominations in 2024, called the opportunity a “game-changer” and emphasized the importance of being involved in the award process. “Understanding the importance of how our voices are heard, I am participating in the Grammy Award process,” he said. “I have learned that voting empowers you to have a say in what is considered and voted on in each season.” His inclusion comes amid a broader push by the Academy to include more international voices, particularly from Africa, in response to Afrobeats’ meteoric global rise. Voting for the 2026 Grammys opens on October 3, with members like Davido now having a direct role in shaping who gets recognized.
3. Jimmy Kimmel show returns after suspension over Charlie Kirk comments
Disney announces ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ will return on Tuesday:
“Last Wednesday, we made the decision to suspend production on the show to avoid further inflaming a tense situation at an emotional moment for our country. It is a decision we made because we felt some of the… pic.twitter.com/llM6BDaRa0
— Pop Base (@PopBase) September 22, 2025
US comedian Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night talk show on Tuesday, a week after Disney suspended “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” over jokes about the death of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk. The suspension, which followed mounting political pressure and threats from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), sparked national outcry and fierce debate over free speech. In a statement, Disney said it had “thoughtful conversations” with Kimmel and decided the show would return, despite affiliates like Sinclair and Nexstar still refusing to air it. Kimmel, who has yet to publicly address the controversy, will welcome actor Glen Powell as his first guest back.
The row began after Kimmel’s monologue on September 15, in which he criticized what he called attempts by the “MAGA gang” to politicize Kirk’s murder and mocked Donald Trump’s reaction to the death. The jokes prompted an immediate backlash from FCC chair Brendan Carr, who threatened to revoke ABC’s license, and led Disney to suspend the show and demand an apology and donation to Kirk’s organization. The decision drew condemnation from civil rights groups, First Amendment advocates, and Hollywood heavyweights, including Meryl Streep, Robert De Niro, and Ben Stiller, who called it a “dark moment for free speech.”
4. Yung Miami labels Sean “Diddy” Combs a “good man” in a letter to judge
Here’s the letter Caresha Brownlee aka Yung Miami wrote for Diddy.
“I’m writing this letter because I believe it’s important for the court to know the side of Sean that
isn’t always seen or spoken about—the man who poured into others, who gave opportunities …” pic.twitter.com/aXUwPfYNrh— Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) September 23, 2025
As Sean “Diddy” Combs awaits sentencing on two federal counts of transporting women across state lines for prostitution, Yung Miami is among several high-profile figures stepping forward to defend his character. In a letter submitted to Judge Arun Subramanian on Monday, the City Girls rapper, real name Caresha Brownlee, described her personal relationship with Combs, emphasizing that she cannot speak on his past, but highlighting the positive influence he has had on her life over the last four years. “I do not condone any wrongdoing,” she wrote, “but in my personal experience, Sean is not a danger or a threat to the community.”
Yung Miami’s letter joins dozens from Combs’ family members and industry peers, including his mother, children, and longtime collaborator Dallas Austin. In her statement, she recalled moments that showed Combs’ generosity and mentorship, from inviting her to the Met Gala to participating in Thanksgiving food drives. Calling him “a man of God” and a supportive father, she concluded her letter with a direct appeal to the court: “Judge… That’s a good man.” Combs, 55, was convicted in July, though acquitted on more serious racketeering and sex trafficking charges. He faces up to 20 years in prison, with his legal team requesting a reduced sentence of no more than 14 months, citing time already served and his efforts to rehabilitate.
5. Ousmane Dembélé wins the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or
OUSMANE DEMBÉLÉ IS THE 2025 MEN’S BALLON D’OR!#ballondor pic.twitter.com/xLSvNVEh51
— Ballon d’Or (@ballondor) September 22, 2025
Ousmane Dembélé has been crowned the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or winner, capping off a sensational season for both the Paris Saint-Germain forward and his club. The 28-year-old edged out Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal and PSG teammate Vitinha to claim football’s most prestigious individual honor during the 69th Ballon d’Or ceremony held at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. Dembélé’s standout campaign included a UEFA Champions League triumph—PSG’s first in club history, along with a domestic double and a staggering 37 goals and 15 assists across all competitions.
The awards night was a showcase of PSG’s dominance, with Gianluigi Donnarumma winning the Yashin Trophy for best goalkeeper and manager Luis Enrique taking the Johan Cruyff Trophy for best coach. PSG was also named Men’s Club of the Year. Elsewhere, Lamine Yamal was honored with the Kopa Trophy for best young player, while Viktor Gyökeres collected the Gerd Müller Trophy after netting 63 goals for Sporting CP and Sweden before joining Arsenal. On the women’s side, Aitana Bonmatí won her third consecutive Ballon d’Or, Arsenal claimed Women’s Club of the Year, and Chelsea’s Hannah Hampton took home the Women’s Yashin Trophy.
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