Eminem sues Meta for unauthorized use of his music, BNXN announces 2025 North American tour, New York Knicks Fire Head Coach Tom Thibodeau. 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. Eminem sues Meta for unauthorized use of his music
#Eminem is suing Meta for allegedly using his songs on Reels without a license, seeking over $1 million in damages. His company Eight Mile Style is seeking $150,000 per song per platform for “knowing, rampant” distribution.
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— TheWrap (@TheWrap) June 3, 2025
Eminem is taking legal action against Meta Platforms, Inc., the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, for allegedly distributing his music without proper licensing. Filed on May 30 in Michigan by his production company, Eight Mile Style, the lawsuit claims Meta allowed songs like “Lose Yourself“ to be used in millions of user-generated videos via features like Reels Remix and Original Audio. These tools, according to the suit, made Eminem’s music widely accessible through Meta’s “Music Libraries,” resulting in billions of streams without authorization.
The rapper’s legal team is seeking over $1 million in potential damages, citing statutory damages of up to $150,000 per song, per platform. The lawsuit accuses Meta of “rampant” and “knowing” infringement, alleging the company encouraged unlicensed use by billions of users while not qualifying for protection under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Though Meta has removed some songs following complaints, the suit argues unauthorized covers and instrumentals remain accessible. Eight Mile Style is also pursuing lost profits, actual damages, and a permanent injunction, and has demanded a jury trial.
2. BNXN announces 2025 North American tour
Nigerian Afrobeats star BNXN, formerly known as Buju, has officially unveiled the dates for his Captain North American Tour 2025. The announcement came via a tour flyer posted to his social media platforms, revealing a series of performances scheduled across key cities in the United States and Canada throughout August and September. The tour will kick off on August 22 at the Variety Playhouse in Atlanta, Georgia, and will also include stops in Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Dallas, and additional cities.
Presented by Code R.E.D Entertainment, AG Touring, and Mammoth, the tour will cross into Canada with a show in Montréal on September 6, followed by performances in Vancouver, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Edmonton. The tour is set to conclude on September 19 at Union Hall in Edmonton, Alberta. Known for his dynamic stage presence and genre-blending sound, BNXN’s 2025 tour is poised to be a major highlight for Afrobeats fans across North America. Ticket details and further information are available via the official tour website.
3. Donald Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ will increase US debt by $ 2.4 trillion
Call your Senators. – Tell them to VOTE NO on the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” which does some ugly things, like:
•Slashing spending on critical programs such as Medicaid and SNAP
•While hampering federal courts’ ability to “hold government officials in contempt when they… pic.twitter.com/rw6lhSuvJ4
— Be A King (@BerniceKing) June 3, 2025
United States President Donald Trump’s signature tax legislation, dubbed the “big beautiful bill,” is projected to increase the U.S. national debt by $2.4 trillion by 2034, according to a new analysis from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). The non-partisan fiscal watchdog released its findings Wednesday, warning that the sweeping tax cuts and proposed spending changes would significantly widen the federal deficit. The bill, which recently passed the House of Representatives, aims to make permanent Trump’s 2017 tax cuts, raise the debt ceiling by $5 trillion, and roll back green energy incentives and social safety net programs like Medicaid.
The legislation has drawn fierce criticism from across the political and financial spectrum. Billionaire Elon Musk called it a “disgusting abomination,” and JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned of potential disruption in the bond market if fiscal discipline isn’t restored. While the Trump administration argues the bill will spur economic growth and boost revenue, the CBO estimates it will reduce tax receipts by $3.75 trillion and leave nearly 11 million more Americans without health insurance. The bill now faces a tough road in the Senate, where Republican fiscal conservatives and critics of the Medicaid cuts may block its passage before Trump’s July 4 deadline.
4. Cardi B admits she’d be in jail if she hadn’t divorced Offset
Cardi B has made a startling revelation about the emotional toll of her relationship with estranged husband Offset, saying she believes she would have ended up in jail had she not filed for divorce. Speaking candidly during a recent X Spaces session, the Grammy-winning rapper said she was “mentally drained” and pushed to her breaking point during the final stages of their marriage. “I was literally losing my mind,” she said. “If I was still there, I was gonna end up going to jail. Cause I was gonna end up killing him, seriously, with my own bare hands.”
The couple’s contentious split, which began last year shortly before the birth of their third child, has continued to play out in public and court. Offset, who is seeking spousal support and joint custody, recently shaded Cardi’s new relationship with NFL star Stefon Diggs after footage surfaced of the two getting cozy on a yacht. Offset responded dismissively on social media, writing, “Good roll out n PR,” fueling rumors of lingering tension. Allegations of infidelity have also resurfaced, with online personality DJ Akademiks claiming Cardi was involved with Diggs while still pregnant—accusations neither party has officially confirmed.
5. New York Knicks Fire Head Coach Tom Thibodeau
BREAKING: The New York Knicks are relieving Tom Thibodeau of his duties as head coach, sources tell ESPN. Thibodeau led the Knicks to their first East Finals in 25 years, made playoffs in 4 of 5 years and led Knicks to consecutive 50+ win seasons for first time since the 1990s. pic.twitter.com/B7w8KhoEcF
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 3, 2025
In a surprising move following their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 25 years, the New York Knicks have fired head coach Tom Thibodeau, reports say. Thibodeau, who posted a 226-174 record over four seasons and led the team to four playoff appearances and back-to-back 50-win seasons, ranks fourth in all-time wins for a Knicks coach. Despite recent success, including this season’s deep playoff run, team owner Jim Dolan and president Leon Rose said in a joint statement that the organization is “singularly focused on winning a championship,” and that it was time to “move in another direction.”
News of Thibodeau’s dismissal sparked immediate backlash across the NBA world. Critics of Thibodeau often cited his heavy reliance on starters and outdated offensive schemes, but he retained strong support from his players. Star guard Jalen Brunson, after the Knicks’ playoff elimination by Indiana, dismissed doubts about Thibodeau’s leadership, saying, “You just asked me if I believe that he’s the right guy? Yes. Come on.”
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