POLICE ordered to pay back Stripper her $1 MILL in cash .....(WOW)

A stripper just won a lawsuit against Nebraska police who confiscated over $1,000,000 in $10,000 bundles tied with hair ties after a routine traffic stop.

Tara Mishra, 33, had stripped for 15 years and managed to save $1,074,000. So she gave the cash to friends to open a New Jersey nightclub. But when those friends were pulled over in Nebraska, the cops suspected the money was tied to drugs and confiscated all the cash.

This week, a judge ruled that since the police failed to find evidence of drug activity, and since a canine search revealed only trace amounts of illegal drugs on the money, the cash had to be returned.

“The government failed to show a substantial connection between drugs and the money,” U.S. District Judge Joseph Bataillon wrote. “The dog sniff is inconsequential…The court finds the Mishras’ story is credible…Ms. Mishra did have control over the money and directed the Dheris to deliver the money to New Jersey for the purchase of the business.”

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See How Much $$$ Chief Keef makes @ 17

After Chief Keef was taken into custody for violating his probation, the documents from court were leaked, and showed that the Chicago teen is making BANK! His deal with Interscope locked him in for 3 albums, but it came at quite a nice paycheck. The thing is, he won’t see that money until he’s 18…though that’s only less than 8 months away! Find out how much he got below.

Not only did Keef sign the deal for 3 albums, he also got a separate deal for his own record label…allowing him to bring in around $6 million in the next three years!
Though he won’t get the money until he’s 18, he did get a $440,000 advance (half up front and half after a judge signs off on the deal.) He also got at least $300,000 for album expenses. But…there’s a catch! If Finally Rich doesn’t move at least 250k units by December 2013 (which will have given it one full year on shelves…FYI it did 50k the first week out), Interscope can then void the contract of his future obligations…and money!
That’s just his solo deal, though. As for the deal for his own label, he got a separate three-year deal to establish Glory Boyz Entertainment, aka GBE. For that, he got yet another $440,000 advance.
Seems like he’s doing pretty damn well! You can read more details on his mula over at DNA Info. Hopefully these next few months in a juvenile detention center will straighten him out so he stays out of trouble and does some positive things with this money!

Driving The $2 Million Bugatti Vitesse (VIDEO)

The World’s Highest Earning Celebrity Couple This Year Is…

Take Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z, for example. Last year’s runners-up on the list of The World’s Highest-Paid Celebrity Couples, the duo has now climbed one spot to top this year’s ranking. Knowles, who took a break from her hectic touring schedule in 2011 to give birth to daughter Blue Ivy Carter, still collects big paychecks from old hits. Besides, the singer’s new album went platinum in the U.S., not to mention her non-musical ventures and endorsement deals, which all helped to bring her total earnings between May 1, 2011 and May 1, 2012 to $40 million, according to data from the latest Celebrity 100 list.

And as the male half of music’s first couple, Jay-Z isn’t far behind his wife. The hip-hop mogul made millions from Watch the Throne, his musical collaboration with pal Kanye West, and even more from the tour that followed. Add to that a bevy of non-musical enterprises such as ad firm Translation and cosmetics company Carol’s Daughter and the result is a staggering $38 million that he has brought home in twelve months, putting the couple’s annual income at $78 million.

Future - Same Damn Time (Remix) ft. Diddy, Ludacris

Future connects with Diddy and Ludacris in the flashy video for the remix to his ubiquitous single “Same Damn Time” off his debut album Pluto.

Jay-Z Launches new Cognac called D’usse In New York

Last night @ a private event Jay introduced D’usse (pronounced “dew-say”) a cognac being produced by Bacardi that is expected to compete with Hennessy. D'USSE will retail for $44.99 for a 750-ml bottle.

Are gonna fall for another celebrity endorsement(CIROC) and spend money we don't have on liquor we don't need. LOL

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Rich Guy Tips Jermaine Dupri $4k Just For A Shoutout In Vegas

The rapper was spinning at TRYST nightclub at the Wynn Hotel on Saturday … when some super rich guy — known as “Su Su” — dropped $90k on a 15 liter bottle of Ace of Spade Rose Champagne … plus an extra $40k on other fancy booze.

Sources tell us club honchos were so thrilled about the purchase, they asked Dupri to give Su Su a special VIP shout out.

Dupri not only obliged … but he was so impressed with the purchase, he LET THE GUY REQUEST A SONG!! Which — if you’ve ever been to Vegas — never happens.

It gets better … “Su Su” was so thankful Dupri actually played his tune — Pitbull’s “Give Me Everything” — he stuffed an additional $3,800 cash in his pocket as a tip!

“Su Su” tells TMZ … he was “happy” to throw down the cash because he loves Jermaine and thinks he’s a “bomb” DJ.

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MA$E owes the IRS Big Mula

Former Bad Boy rapper Ma$e has run afoul of the federal government, as the latest artist to owe a six-figure tax bill.
TMZ.com reports that Ma$e owes over $124,000 in back taxes.
According to the IRS, the rapper-turned-preacher owes taxes for the year 2000, 2001, and 2004.
The news of Ma$e’s tax troubles comes on the heels of the former star’s return to the arena of rap.
Ma$e, who topped the charts with singles like “Mo’ Money, Mo’ Problems” and “Can’t Nobody Hold Me Down,” is reportedly working on tracks for French Montana’s upcoming release Excuse My French, as well as Rick Ross’ pending album God Forgives I Don’t.

1 man JETMAN Flying above Switzerland

Thanks to his high-tech jet pack Yvess “Jetman” Rossy is able to glide above the mountains of Switzerland like a bird.

The ultimate dream of flight - soaring through the air, with total freedom in all three dimensions, not within a heavy and complicated machine but with only one's body and sensations - a dream everybody had at least once in their life.
JETMAN made it real.

Merle Butler Picks Up His $218,666,667 Check From Mega Million Winnings

Retired couple out of Illinois give a press conference as they pick up their $218,666,667 check from the latest Mega Millions drawing.

DIDDY # 1 FORBES LIST OF HIP-HOP’S Richest

Sean “Diddy” Combs finds himself in a familiar spot. The Bad Boy mogul reigns at No. 1 on the Forbes Five, a short list of hip-hop’s top-earning artists, edging out his peers including Jay-Z, 50 Cent, and Birdman.


Diddy has a net worth of $550 million, according to Forbes. The bulk of his wealth flows from his share of profits in Ciroc vodka. He also owns clothing lines Sean John and Enyce, marketing firm Blue Flame, record label Bad Boy, and various tech startups. In 2013, he looks to increase his bank roll with the launch of his first cable network Revolt.

In second place is Jay-Z, who earned $460 million. His pockets were fattened by the “Watch the Throne” tour with Kanye West and $150 million deal with Live Nation in 2008. Other lucrative ventures include his stake in the New Jersey Nets, 40/40 Club, ad firm Translation, and cosmetics company Carol’s Daughter.

Although he hasn’t released an album in over a decade, Dr. Dre ranks third with $270 million, doubling his earnings from a year ago thanks to a deal with HTC. In August, the handset maker paid $300 million to buy a 51% stake in Beats Electronics, the company Dre founded with Jimmy Iovine.

Birdman flies in at No. 4 with $125 million. The Cash Money Records founder inked a $30 million distribution deal with Universal in 1998 and continues to profit with a star-studded roster including Lil Wayne, Drake, and Nicki Minaj.

“One of my motivations in life is to be a billionaire,” Birdman told Forbes. “We’re going to keep working hard until we get our brand to be as big as possible. That’s the goal in life, that’s what I live for.”

Rounding out the Forbes Five is 50 Cent with $110 million. The G-Unit mogul earned $100 million after selling his stake in vitaminwater in 2007. Despite his absence from music, he continues to collect checks with his movie roles, books, and new headphone line SMS. He also gives back through his Street King energy drink, which aims to provide a million meals to impoverished nations.

The Forbes Five for 2012

1. Diddy – $550 million
2. Jay-Z – $460 million
3. Dr. Dre – $270 millon
4. Birdman – $125 million
5. 50 Cent – $110 million

Six Richest Women in The US 2012

Forbes Magazine recently revealed its list of the world’s billionaires (there are 1226) and as it turns out, there are some women in there! #GirlPower. We’ve included the top six richest women in America after the jump … and no Oprah and Kim Kardashian’t aren’t on there! Check out who made the list below


6. Laurene Powell Jobs
Estimated net worth: $9 billion
Rank: 100th richest person in the world, 36th richest person in the U.S.
Age: 48
Why she’s rich: She’s the widow of Steve Jobs.
Lives in: Palo Alto, California

5. Abigail Johnson
Estimated net worth: $10.3 billion
Rank: 85th richest person in the world, 33rd richest in the U.S.
Age: 50
Why she’s rich: She owns and runs Fidelity Investments with her father, Edward Johnson III.
Lives in: Milton, Massachusetts

4. Anne Cox Chambers
Estimated net worth: $12.5 billion
Rank: 61st richest person in the world, 25th richest in the U.S.
Why she’s rich: She is the primary owner of the media empire Cox Enterprises, which was founded by her father James M. Cox.
Lives in: Atlanta, Georgia

3. Jacqueline Mars
Estimated net worth: $13.8 billion
Rank: 52nd richest person in the world, 22nd richest person in the U.S.
Age: 72
Why she’s rich: She’s the granddaughter of Frank C. Mars, the founder of the candy company Mars, Inc.
Lives in: The Plains, Virginia

2. Alice Walton
Estimated net worth: $23.3 billion
Rank: 17th richest person in the world, 9th richest in the U.S.
Age: 62
Why she’s rich: She’s the daughter of Walmart founder Sam Walton.
Lives in: Fort Worth, Texas

1. Christy Walton
Estimated net worth: $25.3 billion
Rank: 11th richest person in the world, 4th richest in the U.S.
Age: 57
Why she’s rich: She’s the widow of John T. Walton, the son of Walmart founder Sam Walton.
Lives in: Jackson, Wyoming

Spanx Creator Sara Blakely Turns $5,000 Into A Billion

The youngest self-made woman on the FORBES Billionaires list on how she earned her riches.

Dallas Mavericks Championship Ring Ceremony

Last night the Dallas Mavs received their championship rings in a ceremony held before they took on the Timberwolves.
Check out the $40,000 rings

Rihanna's 'Loud' tour brings in $90 Million Dollars

Rihanna worked her tail off in 2011 and it paid off big time. The singer's "Loud" tour grossed an incredible $90 million dollars, placing it at No. 9 among all tours for the year.

Riri battled through a brief hospitalization in November due to severe exhaustion to complete the 78 city, 6-month tour, which hit North America, South America and Europe.

The trek bested tours by heavy hitters such as Sade, Paul McCartney, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga and Katy Perry. The only female artist with a higher 2011 tour gross was Taylor Swift, who raked in $104 million to place 4th on the list.

Only one rap tour managed to crack the top 25. Jay-Z and Kanye West's "Watch The Throne" trek grossed $48.3 million to earn the No. 23 spot.

The Singita Explore Mobile Safari Camp In Tanzania

For $1300 a night – you could relax with up to 12 of your friends at the Singita Explore mobile camp in Tanzania, Africa which just opened on June 1st.





Guests stay at three different lodges within Singita’s private 340,000-acre reserves, including Singita Sasakwa, the only Relais & Châteaux property in East Africa. Each itinerary can incorporate guided game drives, archery, star-gazing safaris, and horseback safaris. The three lodges offer various amenities including mountain biking, swimming pools, tennis courts, and spa and gym facilities.