Wednesday Roundup

After serving nine years in prison on assault and weapons charges, rapper Shine has confirmed that he and former mentor Sean "Diddy" Combs have communicated. He says the two have come to an understanding after a phone conversation. Fans will recall that Shine was convicted after a 1999 shooting at Club New York where several people were injured. Sean "Diddy" Combs was charged, but later acquitted. No word on whether the two will work on any music together. Singer Beyonce, who has been the target of several rumors in the past, is now under scrutiny again. The new mom has taken some photographs that, in the opinion of some, make her appear more fair skinned that she is. Some seem to think the photos were touched up in some way. The singer is naturally fair skinned, so only time will tell where and how the recent rumors started. With the rumors of Jennifer Lopez and Mark Anthony possibly getting back together come the one about Lopez giving new beau access to a credit card. It appears she wants the quick access to cash when the two paint the town. First Lady of Young Money Nicki Minaj well reportedly add fashion designer to her list of accomplishments. She's signed  a deal with a designer for a fashion line. Although there's no word on when the line will hit stores, it's sure to be a hit with fans everywhere. The new season of Fox's "American Idol' starts tonight as contestants first battle to make it on to the talent show, then battle for the grand prize. In addition, only time will tell what judge Steven Tyler will do or say next. As mentioned previously, the members of the 90's R&B group 112 have all seemed to have gone their separated ways and are all working on separate projects. Member Daron Jones has just released his second solo CD "Uncensored". It's more of what fans grew to know and love the group for. The CD can be purchased at daronjonesmusic.ning.com. On the tube: "American Idol" on Fox, "NCIS" on CBS, "The Middle" on ABC and "Whitney" on NBC. Happy hump day!