H&M felt the fire and fury from folk all over the world yesterday when an ad of theirs surfaced featuring a black model wearing a hoody with the words “coolest monkey in the jungle.”

Shocked and dismayed, millions took to social media to express their disgust at the racially insensitivity.

Said critics included The Weeknd, who announced that he’s severing ties with the company as a direct result.

Clearly feeling the sting, H&M have released a formal – longer – statement of apology. Their words below…

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Despite cranking out many a dance-hit over their storied careers, Black Eyes Peas have never been a group that shied away from tackling social issues.  Such is evidenced once again courtesy of their new single, ‘Street Livin.’

Tackling a host of social topics including mass incarceration, immigration, the war on drugs, and more, the cut – which does not feature Fergie (as expected) – has not been confirmed to be the first official single from their new album, the first since 2010’s ‘The Beginning.’  But, what we can confirm is that the tune is a timely, must hear production.

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‘Summertime Sadness’ singer Lana Del Rey is undoubtedly suffering from the blues this winter thanks to recently confirmed reports of a lawsuit that will see her defend the originality of her song ‘Get Free,’ found on her most recent chart-topping album, ‘Lust for Life.’

The cut, according to English Rock legends Radiohead, is eerily similar to their signature hit, ‘Creep.’  The result of the alleged infraction?  They want 100% of all publishing royalties Del Rey’s tune generates.

Did you miss it? Find out how she responded to the news inside:

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Beyonce and Ed Sheeran are proving to have an enduring presence atop of the Billboard Hot 100.

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The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back for its milestone 10th season. And despite a decade on-air, the Bravo smash is losing none of its sassy steam.

Already delivering on its promise of shady twists and turns, the latest outing of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.

Want to know what Nene, Kenya, Kandi, Cynthia, Porsha, and Sheree will be serving up on episode 9 / season 10?

Watch a sneak peek below to find out out below…

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It’s all systems go for Iggy Azalea.

Fresh from being unveiled as the new face of Monster Electronics, the rapper has revealed that she’s readying a collaboration with Migos star Quavo for her chart comeback.

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Shame and disgrace has befallen the clothing retailer H&M after they dubiously placed one of their black child models in a monkey-branded outfit.

Undeniably loaded considering the black community’s painful history with images which depict its people as primates, the image caused uproar and prompted The Weeknd to end his working relationship with the company.

Now, Nicki Minaj– the world’s highest selling female rapper- is under pressure to do the same.

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Justin Timberlake is under fresh fire.

Why?

Details on the criticism the brilliantly talented Pop prince is facing below…

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The fallout from H&M‘s ill-advised ad continues.

As reported, the clothing giant featured a black child model on their website sporting a hoody with the words “coolest monkey in the jungle.”

The company have removed the image and issued an apology, but it hasn’t stopped the backlash from building.

And one of those speaking up and out is singer The Weeknd.

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Iggy Azalea has kicked off 2018 with quite the touchdown.

Putting the drama of last year behind her, the Aussie bred beauty is pairing news of new music with confirmation that she’s secured an endorsement deal with Monster.

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Fifth Harmony‘s Lauren Jauregui shines in her latest solo close-up.

The songbird stars in the video for Steve Aoki‘s new single ‘All Night’ – which she also provides guest vocals on.

After impacting the top 10 of US iTunes out the gate, the track has held up well on the Dance circuit.

With the arrival of its accompanying visual, will it blow it up? Watch below and let us know…

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Pink is Super Bowl bound!

The Pop rebel was reportedly in the mix to headline the Halftime show, but she’s just snagged an equally memorable gig at the 2018 spectacle.

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