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Ciara Gives Birth to Baby No. 4, Third With Russell Wilson: ‘We Love You So Much!’

Ciara has leveled up again in the baby department! The singer-songwriter has given birth to her fourth child — her third with husband Russell Wilson.

The couple made their happy announcement in an Instagram post on Monday (Dec. 11), with a photo of their adorable baby girl, who is dressed in a black onesie with a matching black beanie that features her name: Amora. The couple also revealed the little girl’s full name in the caption, writing, “Amora Princess Wilson … We Love You so much!” The newborn’s weight, the parents revealed, was a healthy 9 lbs 1 oz. The date “12/11/23” is stamped on the little one’s photo.

The pair’s famous friends were quick to congratulate them on the newborn’s arrival.

“Gorgeous baby! Gorgeous mama! Congratulations,” Oprah Winfrey commented on the football player’s post.

“Soooooooooo cute !!” Jennifer Hudson wrote, while Janelle Monae added, “The cheeks?a doll. congratulations!”

The Grammy-winning artist and the NFL star are also parents to 6-year-old daughter Sienna — whose middle name is also “Princess” — and 3-year-old son Win. Ciara also shares son Future Zahir, 9, with ex-fiance Future.

A day before Amora’s arrival, Ciara shared a series of family photos on her Instagram account, showing herself and the kids supporting the Denver Broncos quarterback at a recent game. “3 + 1 [heart-hands emoji],” she captioned the Dec. 10 post.

The 38-year-old singer announced her pregnancy in August. In a video posted to Instagram at the time, Ciara is facing a pool, and as she slowly turns around, her baby bump comes into view. “‘You look at me like that again, we make another kid…,” she captioned the post, quoting lyrics from “How We Roll,” her collaboration with Chris Brown.

Since then, she’s documented her pregnancy by sharing photos of her baby bump on social media, and also proudly put it on display while out. Just days before welcoming Amora, Ciara attended the premiere of The Color Purple in Los Angeles, where she walked the red carpet with her baby bump bare and decorated with gold foil.

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Cardi B Confirms Break Up With Offset: ‘I’ve Been Single For a Minute Now’

According to Cardi B, she’s a single woman. Early Monday morning (Dec. 11), Cardi went on Instagram Live to tell fans that she and Offset are no longer together after rumors of them breaking up last week circulated on social media.

“I’ve been single for a minute now but I have been afraid to like — not afraid, I just don’t know how to tell the world,” she said in the clip. “But I feel like today has been a sign. The last time I got on Live, I kind of wanted to tell you guys, but I didn’t know how to tell you, so I changed my mind. But it has been like this for a minute now. I just took it as a sign.”

“I wanna start 2024, like, fresh, open,” she added. “I don’t know. I’m curious for a new life, for a new beginning. And yeah, I’m excited.”

The sign Cardi was referring to was Blueface’s claim in a now-deleted tweet that his ex-girlfriend and mother of his son, Chrisean, was intimate with Offset.

He later went into specifics, claiming that Chrisean hooked up with the Migos rapper at Offset and Cardi’s L.A. home in November.

Chrisean appeared to deny the accusations on X, replying in part that Blueface was “making up s–t.”

Offset also refuted those claims on X with a tweet of his own. “I ain’t never talk or touch that lady,” he said in his rebuttal. “Real Talk man you need some help!”

Billboard reached out to Offset’s reps for comment.

Last week, Cardi B and Offset unfollowed each other on Instagram, fueling speculation of a possible breakup. She also shared cryptic posts about outgrowing relationships. “You know when you just out grow relationships,” read the first, followed by, “I’m tired of protecting peoples feelings…I GOTTA PUT MYSELF FIRST!”

In 2020, Cardi filed for divorce, but months later, she called it off. Two years prior, Offset was at the center of a cheating scandal, which led him to deliver a public apology to Cardi.

In an interview with the Call Me Daddy podcast in October, Offset spoke on how the two worked amicably to re-establish trust in their relationship.

“We’re both public figures, we’re both in the eyes of people. Stop being selfish,” he said. “You’re married to this woman, be dedicated to this woman. And also, just like being more communicative about s–t. Like, we just talk more and, because, you know, work was getting in the way, sometimes and it was like, [phew] and we would talk all the time but communication is key. If you don’t like some s–t, tell me, and if I don’t like some s–t, I’ll tell you. We talk and communication is key. Not communicating f–ks s–t up.”

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Here’s How Fans Can Watch Jung Kook Perform Songs from ‘Golden’ on Meta Quest 3

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Jung Kook is set to take the stage for an immersive, virtual reality concert that fans can experience in Meta’s Horizon Worlds on Monday (Dec. 11). Meta and iHeart Radio teamed for a series of concerts in Meta World Horizons featuring Jung Kook and other recording stars that you can watch live on the all-new Meta Quest 3.

BTS fans can watch iHeart Live with Jung Koook to see the K-Pop star perform songs from his album, Golden and more in Meta’s Music Valley on Monday, Dec. 11 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m PT.   

The iHeart Radio Live VR concert series launched on Nov. 28 with Kid Laroi, followed by Victoria Monét on Dec. 4. Alex Benjamin, BLACKPINK and Jorja Smith are some of the other artists on the lineup.

Along with performing hits and new singles, artists will discuss upcoming music releases in never-before-heard interview segments. 

All concerts will be available for one month after their debut.  

Meta Quest 3 128GB — Breakthrough Mixed Reality

What is Music Valley?

Music Valley offers a new way to experience music — from the best seat in the house. The virtual music festival experience set in Meta’s Horizon Worlds features a 180-degree main stage screen and a line-up of recording artists from iHeartRadio and Red Rocks. 

Fans can create a custom avatar (that you can dress in different outfits) and attend a virtual reality concert, travel to different worlds, plays games, sports and more. Fans can interact with fellow fans, dance, and sing along to performances from Jung Kook, BLACKPINK and more in Music Valley, which is available for free on the all-new Meta Quest 3 mixed reality headset and Meta Quest 2, which are available at major retailers such as Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart, and Meta.com.

After you enter Horizon World head over to Music Valley to watch live, VR performances. Music Valley also offers a full roster of performances available from artists like John Legend, Notorious B.I.G., Post Malone and Lucky Daye. Smith’s performance will premiere on Jan. 15, 2024, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

On Dec. 26, BLINKS can tune for BLACKPINK: A VR Encore. Produced by The Diamond Bros in partnership with Meta, BLACKPINK: A VR Encore was filmed during the final show of the sold-out Born Pink World Tour at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, South Korea. The 70-minute concert will feature some of the K-Pop group’s biggest hits including “How You Like That,” “You & Me” and “Pink Venom.”    

Red Rocks Live in VR debuts on Dec. 18 and if you’ve been dreaming of joining 10,000 other superfans from Colorado’s iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre, here’s your chance to do it in VR. Red Rock Live in VR: Alice Wonderland premieres on Dec. 18.

Hailee Steinfeld Encourages Shopping Small this Holiday Season With Amazon: See Her Gift Picks Here

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Hailee Steinfeld is helping you find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list while also supporting small businesses. The “Man Up” singer partnered with Amazon Small Business to share her top gifts for the holidays and beyond. No matter who or what you’re looking for, she curated a list of 12 items at a range of price points for anyone to shop.

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Steinfeld may be known for her Billboard Hot 100 charting singles and appearances in the Pitch Perfect movie series, but she’s also an entrepreneur and business owner herself. The “Love Myself” singer founded the eyewear brand Privé Revaux, helping her understand the hard work that comes with growing and maintaining a business.

To help you discover new brands and check off your gift-giving list, Steinfeld put together a list of her favorite picks from small businesses on Amazon. It’s clear after one peek at this ultimate list that her theme was cozy as you can find everything from home decor, stress-relieving tools, beauty basics, comfy fashion and more.

Each pick is not only highly-rated, but will support a small business. Plus, since they’re hand-picked by the “Most Girls” singer, it’ll be perfect for gifting to the fan in your life.

Keep reading to shop our top five favorite picks from her list and get ready for some major praise as soon as it’s unwrapped.

Shop Hailee Steinfeld’s Amazon Small Business Picks

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Collective Home Ceramic Jewelry Tray

$12.59

$14.99

16% off

Add your trinkets, jewelry and more onto these elegant ceramic tray. The circular tray features gold accents and can be personalized with an initial. Plus, it’s totally display-worthy!

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Sweet Water Decor Fa La La La Soy Candle

Add some coziness to your space with a homemade candle made from soy wax and available in 16 scents and styles to personalize to your preferences. Each candle also has a 40+ burn time and can act as a subtle piece of decor whether it’s on your coffee table, accent table and more.

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Samiah Luxe Chunky Knit Blanket

$85.49

$89.99

5% off

Try to resist cozying up in this chunky knit blanket. Choose between three sizes and six colors to personalize to your tastes and the chenille material will definitely keep you comfy while you binge watch your favorite movie.

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Brooke & Jess Designs Tote Bag

Carry all your gym essentials, work gear and more in this chic tote bag. The wide width allows you to pack everything from you books, laptop, extra clothes and much more. The brown leather handle is sturdy while keeping your hand comfortable as you carry it from place to place.

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Luna Magic Va-Va Pink Lash Primer

Before you sipe on your mascara, make sure to add a layer of primer to your lashes. This will help keep them nourished and moisturized while helping to prevent your lashes from drying out. The pink pigment will help bring out black mascara shades, so your eyes really pop.

For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best gifts for music lovers, gifts for coffee lovers and gifts for musicians.

6 Heartfelt Gifts for Singers You Can Give Year-Round, According to Pop Singer LÉON

MasterClass

$10+/month

MasterClass offers a vast library of classes taught by professionals in a variety of fields including cooking, music, business, design and more. Members will have the opportunity to take classes from professionals in the industry including Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, John Legend and even Metallica. Right now, the platform is offering a free gift membership with each plan, which means you can get two memberships for the price of one.

The “Hope Is a Heartache” singer especially finds that supporting your loved one’s dreams is one of the best gifts you could give and MasterClass can help find them develop skills through online lessons they can take at their own pace.

“One of the things that really came to mind was having people around you that makes you feel happy and safe,” she says. “I think going on your gut feeling and having people around you, you’re like, okay, this person is giving me energy, making me feel good and happy and safe and seen.”

NBA In-Season Tournament: How to Watch & Stream the Championship Live from Anywhere

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The Los Angeles Lakers and Indiana Pacers are set to face off in the first annual NBA In-Season Tournament Championship at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday (Dec. 9). The championship will broadcast live at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.

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Click here and here to get tickets to the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament Championship. Read on for details on the championship, plus ways to watch and stream the game live from anywhere.

What is the NBA In-Season Tournament?

The NBA’s In-Season Tournament is a new annual competition for all 30 teams that runs concurrent with the NBA season. The NBA debuted the in-league tournament this season, but according to ESPN, commissioner Adam Silver has wanted to make it happen for years.

Eight teams made it to the quarterfinals, which were held on Dec. 4 and 5. The remaining four teams – Lakers, Pacers, New Orleans Pelicans, and Milwaukee Bucks — advanced to the semifinals on Dec. 7. The Pacers beat the Bucks 128-110 in the East semifinal and the Lakers won the West semifinal after beating the Pelicans 133-89.

This year’s In-Season Tournament winner will be presented with the NBA Cup directly after Saturday’s championship game.

How to Watch the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament Championship

The inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament starts at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday. The championships will broadcast on ABC. Basketball fans who don’t have access to live television through cable, streaming or a digital antenna, can stream the In-Season Tournament live on DirecTV, Fubo, Sling TV Hulu + Live TV.

Can you watch NBA games live online for free? Yes! Streamers such as DirecTV and Fubo TV offer free trials for up to a week.

DirecTV Stream plans start at $69.99/month for 75+ channels including ABC, NBC, Fox, and CBS along with ESPN, ESPN2, MTV, VH1, Bravo, TLC, WEtv, Food Network, BET, Big 10 Network, F1, F2 and other cable channels. NBA TV comes included with DirecTV Stream’s Choice, Ultimate and Premier plans.

Fubo Pro is $54.99/month (reg. $74.99/month) for 185 channels including ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox, ESPN, FS1, NFL Network, HGTV, FX, Telemundo, TLC and USA.

Join Sling TV and pay just $20 for the first month (reg. $40). The 50% off deals unlocks access to local and cable channels for one low price.

If you’re willing to pay more, Hulu + Live TV is one of the more expensive streamers but offers a wide selection of bingeable content in addition to 90+ live channels and access to Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ for $76.99 per month. Click here to join.

Want to watch the NBA In-Season Tournament Championship internationally? Use ExpressVPN to access various streaming platforms from outside the U.S.

How to Watch NBA Unplugged with Kevin Hart

Kevin Hart will host a new sports show, NBA Unplugged with Kevin Hart premiering on Saturday, Dec. 9, at 8:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2. Harts stars on the show with his longtime friends and fellow comedians, Joey Wells, Will Horton and Na’im Lynn, known as the Plastic Cup Boyz.

NBA Unplugged with Kevin Hart will feature special guest appearances from top athletes and celebrities. Seven episodes will premiere throughout the season.

Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 Perfume Is Out Now: Get It Before It Sells Out

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Nicki Minaj is celebrating her birthday with a new album and a new perfume. The rapper’s latest scent, Pink Friday 2 Eau de Parfum, was released exclusively at JCPenny on Friday (Dec. 8).

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The fragrance retails for $42 for a 1.7-ounce bottle and $22 for the 0.33-ounce travel bottle. Pink Friday 2 perfume combines top notes of nectarine, pineapple and solar blooms with orange flower petals, pink mimosa and damask rose at the heart of the fragrance. Amber, tonka bean and sexy musk make up the base notes.

The fragrance drop coincides with the release of Minaj’s highly anticipated fifth studio album, Pink Friday 2 on Friday. The perfume was initially released on Nov. 27, Minaj announced on Instagram. “It’s official. My brand new fragrance #PinkFriday2 is now @jcpenney,” she captioned photos of the fragrance which reportedly sold out within minutes. Minaj later explained to fans that she didn’t know the fragrance was being released. “I had no idea. Was informed of nothing. Didn’t get a link to post. Just woke up one day & boom! Saw y’all discussing it,” she shared on X.

Pink Friday 2, the sequel fragrance to her Pink Friday perfume, which debuted in 2012. Minaj has released other fragrances such as The Pinkprint, Minajesty and Onika.

This latest fragrance marks the “next chapter in Minaj’s beauty portfolio,” per the product description.

Shopping for Barbz this holiday season? Pink Friday 2 Eau de Parfum is a perfect holiday gift or stocking stuffer for Barbz. If you’re looking for more gift ideas, Urban Outfitters dropped an exclusive, Pink Friday 2 T-shirt and  electric blue Pink Friday 2 vinyls.  

Shop Pink Friday 2 Eau de Parfum below.

This Le Creuset Tea Kettle Is Going Viral on TikTok – And It’s on Sale for the Holidays

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Le Creuset’s viral tea kettle is 20% off for the holidays. Tea lovers on Tik Tok have been raving about the enamel kettle, which has rounded up a whopping 451.3 million views on the social media site (not bad for a tea kettle).

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Made from quick-heating, premium carbon steel, the Noël Collection Whistling Kettle is finished in a glossy, winter white enamel with a gold-tone knob and matching brackets.

And it’s not just for tea. The Whistling Kettle can be used to prepare French press coffee, hot chocolate, oatmeal and other warm cereals.

Le Creuset Noël Collection Whistling Kettle, White with Gold Knob

$107.95

$134.95

20% off

The durable carbon steel makes water heat faster while the fixed single-tone whistle alerts you when the water has reached a boil. The kettle is chip-resistant, non-reactive and stain resistant — and it makes a nice gift as one customer review pointed out.

 “I purchased this tea kettle for my daughter who recently remodeled her kitchen. This was just what she wanted, with the brass accents,” wrote a customer on the Le Creuset site. “We have always used Le Creuset tea kettles as they really stand up to high heat of a gas stovetop. And they are beautiful in so many lovely colors. They last forever, too!”

“This is a beautiful kettle! I love the bronzy gold and black accents on the creamy white kettle. Nice size too. Very, very pleased,” reads an Amazon review.

Le Creuset’s Noël collection is described as a “charming, curated collection of festive pieces, delicately scrolled and painted with favorite holiday motifs.” The collection includes holiday mugs adorned with stencil drawings of Santa Claus, reindeer, a Christmas tree, a snowman, and an elf.

Holiday-themed platters, dutch ovens, a braiser pan, spatulas and tree-shaped spoon rests are included in the collection.

Save up to 26% off select pieces from the Noël collection at Amazon and the Le Creuset website. If you’re looking for a cheaper kettle, Le Creuset’s Demi Kettle is on sale for $67.99 at Williams-Sonoma. The 1.25-quart kettle is available in 11 colors including teal, olive, white, red and oyster grey.

For more gift ideas, read our picks for the best advent calendars of 2023, best gifts under $25 and best stocking stuffers.

5 Best Tablet Stands for Enjoying Hands-Free Entertainment

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Tablets provide a portable and lightweight design that laptops don’t always offer, making it easy to take entertainment and work on the go. While the devices are a travel necessity, it usually requires you to hold it or put it up against a flat surface. Rather than attempt a balancing act, a tablet stand takes the hassle out of it, keeping your hands free so you can watch movies and TV shows as well as catch up on work without worrying about your tablet falling over.

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The best tablet stands will keep your device standing without having to worry about it tipping over. When it comes to aesthetics, there are a variety of styles and designs to choose from, depending on your needs. Bendable tablet stands will usually clip onto something and allow you to move it to the exact position you want, while metal or wooden stands can act as a subtle decor piece and turn your tablet into a monitor for work — plus, if you’re in school, it’s basically a dorm essential.

Whether you’re working from home, traveling or taking your tablet to class, you’ll most likely want to incorporate a tablet stand for easier use. Rather than scour the Internet yourself, we scrolled through the vast amount of options out there and rounded up a few of our favorites to make it easier for you.

Best Tablet Stands

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best overall

Lamicall Tablet Stand

$15.98

$24.99

36% off

Lamicall’s tablet stand boasts affordability and sleekness at just under $20. It’s compatible with tablets and iPhones between four and 13 inches, and can support horizontal or vertical viewing. If your batter is low, there’s an opening to put your charger through without worrying about damaging it.

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Best adjustable tablet stand

Fleximount Clip-on Tablet Grip

Featuring an elongated neck, Fleximount’s Clip-On Grip brings ultimate adjustability to personalize depending on your activity. When you’re finished, it can fold away for easier storage. Plus, it’s universal size can fit on tablets, iPads and Kindles.

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best tablet stand for bed

Ontel Pillow Pad Ultra Multi-Angle Soft Tablet Stand

$12.99

$19.99

35% off

Avoid having to make a blanket mountain to keep your tablet propped, and upgrade to a soft tablet stand. Just rest your tablet or phone on the small ledge and enjoy watching or reading your next book in peace. The built-in side pocket also means you can store everything from your phone to charger and more.

West Elm

best wooden tablet stand

Yamazaki Plywood Tablet Stands

Keep things stylish with a wooden tablet stand from West Elm that’ll blend seamlessly into your decor. The design was created in Japan with small spaces in mind, and can rest on your side table or kitchen counter no matter what you’re doing.

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best tablet stand for desk

UGreen Tablet Stand

$25.49

$29.99

15% off

Complete your work-from-home setup with this metal tablet stand. It’s designed with an adjustable top to make it higher or lower, and has an opening to keep your device charged. The built-in pads will also make sure your tablet stays in place.

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Looking for the Perfect Present? Jordin Sparks Is Sharing Her Top Gifts from Walmart: Watch Live!

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and Jordin Sparks wants to help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. The American Idol alum will share gifts ideas from Walmart for Billboard Live Shopping Week with talkshoplive tonight at 7 p.m. ET.

Whether you’re a last-minute shopper, early-bird shopper or somewhere in between, finding the right gift can be time-consuming and maybe a little frustrating, but Sparks is here to help ease some of your holiday anxiety and spark a little joy with an array of the coolest (and cutest) items from Walmart, including gear from top brands like Xbox, Cannon and Tracfone or toys from Melissa & Doug.

Billboard Live Shopping Week with talkshoplive launched Monday with a special merch drop from Garth Brooks, followed by The Bachelorette’s Tayshia Adams on Tuesday — and we’re doubling up for Wednesday.

First, Angela Simmons will let viewers inside the world of Angela’s Cakes with sweet deals on her cake mix and apparel at 6 p.m. ET tonight. Then, Sparks will showcase her top gifts from Walmart at 7 p.m. ET.

The fun continues with Sammy Wilk and Akon sharing brand-new merch drops on Thursday. On Friday, country singer Priscilla Block will team with Hooche podcast host, Demps, to offer merch bundles featuring her Hey Jack T-shirt, Hooche trucker hat and more.

Billboard Live Shopping Week will include a special bonus livestream with Jared Leto on Wednesday, Dec. 13 — and you don’t want to miss it. The Thirty Seconds to Mars frontman will be offering a holiday collection, exclusive tour merch, tour tickets and special VIP packages in honor of his band’s latest studio album, It’s the End of the World But It’s a Beautiful Day.

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