The property was previously listed at $88 million, but now it's on "sale" for $79 million.
Canadian rapper Drake is again trying to sell his Beverly Hills mansion, knocking $9 million off the original 2023 selling price, Realtor.com reports.
He originally purchased the property from English pop star Robbie Williams in 2022 for $75 million. The Tuscan-style estate was listed in 2023 for $88 million.
The OVO (October’s Very Own) label owner placed it back on the market June 24 after attempts to lease it out for $250,000 a month.
“This property defies description with over 25,000 square feet, seven bedrooms, 13 full baths and nine half baths, nine fireplaces, an elevator, garage and motor court to accommodate 15 cars, staff quarters offering three bedrooms and a separate full kitchen,” according to the listing.
Williams bought the property in 2015 for $33 million and renovated it into a more contemporary style.
In addition, according to the listing, “the grounds inspire the kind of serenity found in the world’s most secluded villas w/ immaculate lawns & gardens, orchards, fountains, a mosaic-tiled swimming pool, outdoor pavilion, pool house with a kitchen & pizza oven, tennis court & pavilion, walking paths and a view to envy.”
It’s not clear why Drake is selling the house, though Mansion Global reports that Kendrick Lamar’s favorite target previously sold a three-house compound in Hidden Hills dubbed the “YOLO estate” for $26 million. He still owns another mansion, which Drake deemed “The Embassy,” in Toronto, his hometown. Then there is the $15 million ranch that he owns outside of Houston, which he bought just last year.
If you’re in the market for a large lay of the land in Beverly Hills and your budget is in the $80 million range, Homes of the Rich has a preview of the property.
The beauty giant announced on June 25 that Chris Lialios, senior vice president and controller since 2018, will step in as interim CFO, the Wall Street Journal reports. The company has not disclosed the reason behind Oyibo’s departure, which comes just months after she was promoted to chief financial officer in April 2024, following her 2019 arrival.
“It has been my honor to serve as CFO for Ulta Beauty,” said Oyibo. “I am extremely proud of our team’s accomplishments and believe Ulta Beauty is well-positioned to execute the Ulta Beauty Unleashed plan.”
At the time of her promotion to the C-Suite, Oyibo succeeded longtime CFO Scott Settersten. The company has launched an external search for a permanent CFO, working with a top executive search firm to identify potential candidates.
Lialios, Oyibo’s interim replacement, has served as Ulta Beauty’s Senior Vice President – Controller since 2018, overseeing financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting policy. He first joined the company in 1999 as an assistant controller and has since played a key role in leading finance transformation efforts and rising through the ranks. A Certified Public Accountant, Lialios holds a B.S. in Accounting from the University of Illinois, Chicago, and an M.B.A. from Webster University.
“Chris has been a respected leader on Ulta Beauty’s finance team for more than 25 years, and we are thankful to him for stepping into this important interim role as we conduct a search for our next CFO,” said Kecia Steelman, president and chief executive officer. “We’re confident that his deep familiarity with our business, coupled with his financial expertise and leadership style, will ensure a smooth transition as we continue to execute our Ulta Beauty Unleashed plan.”
Barry Bonds Will Be Honored With Statue Outside San Francisco Giants’ Stadium
'Barry is deserving of a statue, and I would say, should be next up,' San Francisco Giants CEO Larry Baer said
Although he has yet to be voted into Major League Baseball’s Hall of Fame, Barry Bonds will have a statue of the legendary home run king built outside the home stadium of the San Francisco Giants.
According to The San Francisco Chronicle, the slugger will be immortalized with a statue outside of the Giants’ home stadium, Oracle Park. The revelation was announced by the CEO of the San Francisco Giants baseball team, Larry Baer, during a radio appearance on “The Morning Roast” on 95.7 The Game.
The controversial baseball player, who holds several MLB records, including the most home runs hit by a player with 762 career home runs and the single-season record for most home runs hit during the regular season with 73, has been locked out of the Hall of Fame due to accusations that he used steroids during his career.
Baer stated that getting a statue of one of the greatest ballplayers in front of the park is “on the radar.” He admitted that there are no specific plans, but it will happen.
“Barry is deserving of a statue, and I would say, should be next up,” Baer said. “We don’t have the exact location and the exact date and the exact timing, but you’re saying things that we’re totally in sync with. You probably notice Barry’s around a lot, more recently this year and last year as well.”
There may be some dispute as to who may be the greatest Giants player, but when the statue does go up, he will join other great athletes who donned the Giants uniform. Willie Mays, Willie McCovey, Orlando Cepeda, Juan Marichal, and Gaylord Perry have been honored with statues outside Oracle Park.
Bonds spent 22 seasons in the Major Leagues, the first seven with the Pittsburgh Pirates and the remainder with the Giants. He retired in 2007. He won league MVP honors seven times and earned selections to the All-Star Game 14 times while earning eight Gold Gloves. Stats worthy of being a Hall of Famer.
As of February 2025, there were more than 200,000 posts on TikTok captioned #faceless with a combined total of 1.1 billion views.
The next wave of entrepreneurs is faceless creators. They’re making six figures with generative AI and automation despite not having a public persona, a personal brand, and, remarkably, no significant following.
The model is often referred to as “faceless automation.” As Forbes first reported, it involves utilizing one’s knowledge to create AI-generated, income-producing assets without ever appearing on camera.
“I used to think building a team and putting yourself out there was the only path,” Gregory Cooke, an entrepreneur who has made over $700,000, told Forbes. “Now, I think simplicity scales better.”
Cooke is not alone. Between other faceless creators and, as explained in various social forums, such as Reddit, people have devised ways to generate passive income on faceless channels, which is the exact opposite of the reels and videos of personalities on popular platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
So, How Are They Doing It?
Tools such as ChatGPT, Canva, and Tome help people create products, including e-books and presentations. They then take those products and list them on platforms such as Stan Store or Gumroad to then drive traffic with short-form content and AI-generated platforms, Forbes explains.
AI is single-handedly changing how people make money and, ultimately, what the workplace looks like altogether. According to Goldman Sachs, the global creator economy is expected to reach nearly $500 billion by 2027. These numbers are expected to climb.
However, there are concerns about the model’s longevity, as it relies on third-party platforms. In many cases, social media and marketplace platforms are cracking down on products generated by AI.
Building on her track record of investing in underrepresented women-led startups, the 23-time Grand Slam champion and four-time Olympic gold medalist was recently named the first-ever entrepreneur-in-residence at Reckitt, the British consumer health company behind brands like Lysol, Durex, and Enfamil. In her new role, Williams will mentor and help grow startups in hygiene, maternal care, and health equity, fields that reflect her commitment to supporting underfunded sectors with high demand.
“Bold, innovative ideas can solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges if given the right support to thrive,” Williams told Fortune at Cannes Lions. “This includes mentorship, funding, and strong belief.”
Women-led startups receive less than 3% of global venture funding, despite studies showing that they often outperform male-led companies. This disparity drives Serena Ventures’ mission to back underfunded startups founded by women and people of color, a mission she explained in a TikTok postlast year.
“Somewhere along the line, I learned that less than two percent of VC money went to women,” Williams said on TikTok.
“When I first heard that, I actually thought that was a misquote – I thought that can’t be real. When I first started investing, I learned that that was true, and that was actually something that was happening, and so I knew right then and there that one day I wanted to raise a fund or raise money and invest in women.”
Williams’ appointment at Reckitt aligns with the launch of Reckitt Catalyst, a £10 million initiative designed to support up to 200 underrepresented founders by 2030. The program aims to improve access to health and hygiene for five million people through scalable, community-driven solutions across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
“We realized we had the same thesis, [which is] that when you invest in women, when you invest in overlooked markets, the returns are there,” she said. “It’s not charity. It’s smart business.”
The decorated tennis champion is aware of the gaps many women-led companies fill, especially when it comes to offering products and services with women and children in mind. Despite the growing need, these companies are often overlooked and underfunded, but Williams is looking to change that.
“Hygiene is routinely overlooked in venture,” she said. “It’s not flashy. But it’s foundational, especially for women, mothers, and children. These are essential markets that drive real impact and real returns.”
In her new role, Williams will provide mentorship and leverage her network to support Catalyst entrepreneurs, offering strategic guidance and connections to help them grow their impact and credibility.
“At the end of the day, the venture is about relationships,” she said. “A 30-minute conversation can unlock new partnerships or investment opportunities. I want to offer that access to founders who aren’t part of the usual power circles.”
The TSP co-founders are celebrating 10 years with the organization’s signature event, TSP Live. The event, dubbed the “HBCU Homecoming for Black Businesses,” has returned to Atlanta for the 10th anniversary.
The Tylers are bringing together the nation’s top Black entrepreneurs for a weekend that celebrates legacy, impact, and transformation. TSP Live is dedicated to helping close the wealth gap by empowering Black-owned businesses.
How TSP Live Helps Black Entrepreneurs
BLACK ENTERPRISE
According to organizers, the stories of struggling Black businesses are often front and center. TSP events, such as TSP Live, showcase the success of Black businesses. Speakers for TSP Live 2025 represent the gifts, brilliance, and breakthroughs of Black entrepreneurs who have successfully scaled their businesses.
In TSP’s mission to not gatekeep information, speakers and panelists share industry insights with other Black business owners who need tools to grow their businesses with clarity, confidence, and excellence.
New for this year is the inaugural TSP Pitch Competition, which awards $10,000 and national exposure to a rising entrepreneur. Alfred Edmond Jr., BLACK ENTERPRISE‘s senior vice president and executive editor, was tapped as a judge for the competition. There is also a 10th Anniversary Black-Tie Gala, which officially closes out the three-day event with special surprise guests and a toast to Black Businesses.
Black entrepreneurs for this year’s event represent those with successful brick-and-mortar stores, popular e-commerce brands, and more.
“The event is specifically designed to help business owners and entrepreneurs shift their mindsets, implement winning strategies, and successfully execute them to see results in as little as seven days,” said organizers in a statement. “The event also provides them with access to the tools and resources they need to reach their first six, seven, or eight figures in profit.”
Speakers for 2025 include Vusi Thembekway, founder and CEO of MyGrowthFund, a pan-African impact investment firm; Charis Jones, CEO and founder of the lifestyle brand Sassy Jones; Jamal Miller, co-founder of marriedandyoung.com; Ashley Kirkwood, founder of Speak Your Way To Cash; and many more.
Dekalb County’s EHOST Program Generates $206M Toward Homeowner Tax Relief
The Dekalb County penny tax program is dedicated solely to easing the financial burden on the county’s homeowners.
Dekalb County, Georgia, allocated $206 million to help homeowners receive tax relief.
The announcement was made by DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson. Homeowners with a homestead exemption will save hundreds thanks to the county’s Equalized Homestead Option Sales Tax (EHOST). EHOST is unique for Georgia counties. By charging a one-penny sales tax, DeKalb County is able to fund the EHOST program. The program is dedicated solely to easing the financial burden on the county’s homeowners.
To qualify, a homeowner must have all vehicles in their name registered in the county. They must have a valid Georgia license or ID registered to the same property. Accordingly, residents are required to file taxes using the same address of the property and have no other homestead exemptions in the same name. Also, homeownership should have been established by Jan. 1, 2025.
Cochran-Johnson noted the upcoming timeline of the exemption while discussing DeKalb County’s EHOST program.
“DeKalb County is the only county in the state with a one-penny sales tax that’s dedicated 100 percent to property tax relief, ” Cochran-Johnson said to FOX 5. “All residents with a homestead exemption will receive the EHOST credit. Homeowners have until July 14 to apply for a homestead exemption.”
The penny tax has proven to be a profitable endeavor for the county over the years. In 2024, DeKalb County raised $162 million toward the program, according to a press release. DeKalb County’s then-CEO, Michael Thurmond, announced a savings of $1,500 for homes valued at $425,000.
“DeKalb County is the only county in Georgia with a local sales tax that is 100 percent dedicated to property tax relief,” said CEO Thurmond. “In addition, for the eighth consecutive year, the proposed unincorporated millage rate has not increased. Our EHOST property tax relief strategy will help lighten the financial burden of homeowners who are struggling with high prices fueled by inflation.”
While all savings are good savings, the expected tax reduction is less than half of what it will be in 2024. According to Fox 5, “$450,000, the savings will be $424. For a home with the value of $300,000, the savings will be $275.”
UPS Partnering With Coco Gauff, Emma Grede To Coach Small Businesses
The partnership is a part of the "UPS Unlocking Potential" campaign. It comes as uncertainty takes center stage for small business owners, according to a new study.
UPS is partnering with tennis great Coco Gauff to match three small and medium-sized businesses with their coach, Emma Grede, founding partner of SKIMS and co-founder and CEO of Good American. The partnership is a part of the “UPS Unlocking Potential” campaign. It comes as uncertainty takes center stage for small business owners.
According to the National Small Business Association, nearly two-thirds of small businesses rank economic insecurity as the top threat to their business, which is the highest indicator level in 13 years.
“In times like these, strong networks and expert guidance aren’t just helpful, they’re essential,” said UPS Vice President of Marketing Betsy Wilson. “That’s why Emma’s powerhouse business experience and personalized coaching are such game-changers. With Emma, we’re helping entrepreneurs push through barriers and rise to the next level.”
Coco Gauff Attributes Success To Mentorship
For Gauff, who is fresh off her win at the French Open, she agrees that coaching and mentorship have been significant contributors to her success. She says coaching and mentorship have allowed her to face the doubters and tackle every challenge.
“It’s crazy what support can do,” Gauff said in a statement. “People believe in you when you don’t believe in yourself. That can change the way a match goes.”
UPS’s partnership with Gauff is entering its third year.
“As an organization, we’re proud to work so closely with Coco,” Wilson adds. “Her unstoppable spirit and the tenacity to succeed and overcome the doubtersis a journey many small businesses have experienced as well.”
According to a UPS spokesperson, a third of the packages that ship through the private shipping company come from small business owners. One of the businesses using UPS is the Black-owned luxury handbag brand Anima Iris. Wilglory Tanjong created the modern brand with inspiration and strength from the matriarchs of Africa’s past. The luxury brand has even caught the attention of Queen Bey herself, Beyoncé. Tanjong says the mentorship with Grede has proven to be invaluable.
“I think the kind of mentorship that is going to produce results is a kind of mentorship that’s going to be very honest with you, very direct with you,” Wilglory said. “That’s exactly what Emma did for me.”
For more information on the campaign, UPS is directing people to schedule a virtual consultationwith a UPS logistics professional.
Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, 41, turned himself in to Louisiana authorities on June 26, where he was charged with two misdemeanors of resisting a police officer and disturbing the peace by interrupting a lawful assembly, NBC News reports. Nantambu followed his attorney’s guidance when turning himself in, where he was booked at the Orleans Parish Justice Center.
The arrest comes over four months after he whipped out a Sudanese flag during Lamar’s halftime performance that stated “Sudan and Free Gaza.” While Nantambu was hired as an extra for the performance and allowed to be on the field, he was not approved to use the performance as a political statement and advocate for Sudan and Gaza.
He was detained on the field following his protest, but ultimately not charged. At the time, the NFL announced he would receive a lifetime ban from all league stadiums and events.
“We take any attempt to disrupt any part of an NFL game, including the halftime show, very seriously and are pleased this individual will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law,” NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy said.
The arrest comes after Nantambu’s violent encounter with former NFL star Antonio Brown in Miami last month. Nantambu, a New Orleans resident, was listed as the victim after Brown allegedly fired two shots from a handgun outside a celebrity boxing event in Miami’s Little Haiti neighborhood in the early hours of May 17. Nantambu told authorities that one of the bullets grazed his neck.
Brown is now wanted on attempted murder charges, with authorities seeking a $10,000 bond and house arrest while he awaits trial. The former Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver claims he was the target of an attempted robbery. Recent reports indicate that Brown has fled the country.
Pittsburgh Natives Wiz Khalifa, Pat McAfee Make Donation, Along With Snoop Dogg, to City’s Public Schools
The trio donated $50,000
A $50,000 donation was given to Pittsburgh Public Schools from natives Wiz Khalifa, Pat McAfee, and California resident Snoop Dogg.
According to WTAE, the three celebrities donated the amount to help support programs in the school district, along with many initiatives and priorities for the public schools. Where the money will go will be determined by the superintendent. The donation, which was approved by the school board, was accepted June 25.
“This one-time donation not only reflects a shared belief in the potential of our students, but also reinforces the power and impact of community,” read a written statement released by Pittsburgh Public Schools.
No reason was disclosed as to why the three men donated the funds.
TribLive reported that Khalifa, who is currently promoting a new album he just released, Kush + Orange Juice 2, and is heading out on a tour with fellow recording artists DaBaby and Sean Paul (The “Good Vibes Only Tour”), went to Taylor Allderdice High School and graduated in 2006. In 2012, the Black and Yellow rapper released a mixtape named after the school. He went on to produce several mixtapes and albums that established him as a popular rapper, and he continues to perform.
Pat McAfee is a current sports analyst on College GameDay and hosts his own sports show, The Pat McAfee Show, on ESPN. He is a Pittsburgh native who graduated from Plum High School in 2005, before embarking on his athletic career as a punter and kickoff specialist. He played with the Indianapolis Colts in the NFL before transitioning to a microphone for his current role.
Snoop has no connection to the Pittsburgh area but has ties to his fellow cannabis enthusiast, Khalifa, as he has made a name for himself globally through his rapping, stage performances, business ventures, and is arguably the most recognized celebrity in the world.
