Drake breaks all-time Billboard Chart record, Rema promises “Summer banger,” Kevin De Bruyne agrees two-year deal with Napoli. 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. Drake breaks all-time Billboard Chart record
.@Drake becomes the first artist in history to spend 400 cumulative weeks in the Hot 100’s top 10. pic.twitter.com/SOcEpPHZlt
— chart data (@chartdata) June 9, 2025
Drake has officially made music history with another Billboard Chart record. With his hit single “Nokia” from the collaborative album $ome $exy $ongs 4 U still sitting in the Billboard Hot 100’s top 10 after 16 weeks, the Canadian rapper has become the first artist ever to log a combined 400 weeks in the chart’s top 10. This milestone underscores Drake’s dominance over the past decade and a half, with a run of massive hits like “God’s Plan,” “In My Feelings,” and “First Person Shooter” propelling him to unprecedented chart success.
The record-breaking news comes as Drake gears up for his first European tour in six years, which has been expanded due to overwhelming fan demand. Alongside existing UK dates in Birmingham and Manchester, he has added two more shows, July 23 in Birmingham and July 28 in Manchester, before continuing to major cities across Europe, including Paris, Milan, and Berlin, this fall. With the 6 God also set to headline all three nights of Wireless Festival’s 20th anniversary edition in London, and featuring special guests like PARTYNEXTDOOR, Summer Walker, and Burna Boy, this summer is shaping up to be another landmark chapter in Drake’s storied career.
2. Rema promises a “Summer banger”
Still owe y’all that summer Banger.
— REMA (@heisrema) June 10, 2025
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema has ignited a wave of excitement after hinting at an upcoming release that could become this summer’s hottest track. On Tuesday, June 10, the “Calm Down“ hitmaker took to his official X (formerly Twitter) account with a cryptic yet thrilling message: “Still owe y’all that summer Banger.” The brief post has since sparked widespread speculation and enthusiasm among fans, eager to see what the chart-topping star will bring to the season’s soundtrack.
Although Rema has yet to reveal details about the new song or a release date, his reputation for crafting global hits has only heightened anticipation. With previous tracks dominating charts and playlists worldwide, listeners are expecting another infectious tune that blends his signature Afrobeats sound with summer-ready energy. As the season heats up, all eyes are on Rema to deliver a new anthem that could define summer 2025.
3. More than 55,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war
BREAKING: More than 55,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, the Gaza Health Ministry said. https://t.co/7pDUXEXHKX
— The Associated Press (@AP) June 11, 2025
The death toll in Gaza has climbed past 55,000, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, marking a grim milestone in the 20-month-long Israel-Hamas war. The ministry, which is part of Gaza’s Hamas-run government but staffed by medical professionals, reported on Wednesday that 55,104 Palestinians have been killed and over 127,000 wounded since the current conflict began following Hamas’ October 7, 2023, attack on southern Israel. More than half of the dead are women and children.
The war has devastated much of Gaza, displacing around 90% of the population and turning vast stretches of the territory into military buffer zones. The region’s health infrastructure is in collapse, overwhelmed by constant airstrikes and a worsening humanitarian crisis. Civilians have also been killed while trying to access humanitarian aid amid chaotic distribution efforts. With little progress toward a ceasefire and deep disagreements over the terms of peace, the conflict shows no sign of abating.
4. Kanye West has changed his name again
🚨 @kanyewest has changed his name AGAIN this time to Ye Ye pic.twitter.com/rmilrTSOrB
— burst (@burstdotmeme) June 10, 2025
Kanye West has changed his name once again, this time adopting the moniker “Ye Ye,” according to business documents circulating the media. The rapper and designer, who legally shortened his name to “Ye” in 2021, has now updated the name across several of his business entities. Filings submitted by his chief financial officer, Hussain Lalani, show “Ye Ye” listed as the manager or member tied to companies including Yeezy Apparel, Yeezy Record Label, and Getting Out Our Dreams Inc., replacing previous references to “Ye West.”
Despite the formal change, the artist has yet to publicly acknowledge the new name on social media. Earlier this month, he announced he would stop using his @kanyewest X account, affirming his preference for “Ye.” This latest shift follows a pattern for the Donda creator, who first declared his intent to be known simply as “Ye” in 2018 for personal and spiritual reasons. While the new name hasn’t been reflected in his public branding yet, insiders suggest the move signals yet another evolution in Ye Ye’s ever-shifting identity.
5. Kevin De Bruyne agrees two-year deal with Napoli
🚨💣 BREAKING: Kevin De Bruyne to Napoli, here we go! Final green light arrives from Belgian star to join Italian champions.
Two year deal + option agreed, medical and formal steps to follow for KDB to become Napoli player.
Massive signing for Napoli, planning for more to come. pic.twitter.com/BNPQzai26r
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 11, 2025
Manchester City legend Kevin De Bruyne is set for a new chapter in Serie A after agreeing to a two-year deal with Italian champions Napoli. The Belgium international, who departs City on a free transfer, will undergo a medical in Naples before finalizing the move, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The deal includes an option for a third year, marking a significant coup for Napoli as they bolster their midfield ahead of their title defense. De Bruyne will join forces with former Manchester United star Scott McTominay, who was instrumental in Napoli’s 2024-25 title-winning campaign.
Despite reported interest from MLS clubs, De Bruyne has opted to stay in European football, bringing his elite playmaking to Antonio Conte’s side. The 33-year-old, widely regarded as one of the best midfielders of his generation, recorded 170 assists in 422 appearances during his time at City, the most in Europe’s top five leagues over that period. His signing is expected to inject further quality into an already formidable Napoli squad as they aim to retain the Scudetto and make a deeper push in European competition.
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