Royal cuteness!

Here's Princess RiRi, making her way into her hotel on a muggy Monday afternoon in NYC.

Even when Ri keeps it casual with denim shorts and a boxy button-down, she looks as stylish as evs.

Work it!

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Rihanna's rumored boyfriend, Drake, just scored big with a record deal with Young Money and Universal Republic.

Drake's debut album, Thank Me Later, is slated for a late 2009 release and features collaborations with Kanye West, Lil Wayne and Jay-Z.

Drake will be supporting Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy and Soulja Boy this summer on their Young Money Presents: Americas Most Wanted Music Festival tour.

All the labels were trying to sign him and he ended up going with Wayne's label for a cool $3 mill.

Nice!

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Although the court ordered Chris Brown not to go within 50 yards of Rihanna, both of them want to be rid of the strict no-contact clause, according to the NY Daily News.

"They think it's unnecessary and ridiculous," says a mutual pal. "After [the proceeding], Ri and Chris talked on the phone for almost an hour and really worked at becoming friends. They're solid now."

He solidly beat the crap out of her!!!!

At least RiRi and Chris aren't getting back together!

"That's 100% done," continued the source. "They aren't looking to hook back up again. They're both moving on and going their separate ways."

Thank goodness!

Both of them are scheduled to attend the BET Awards in El Lay this Sunday!

Better keep their distance!

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Coward. Epic coward.

A plea bargain has been accepted in the assault case against douchebag Chris Brown.

Brown's plea deal will require him to spend 180 days in a labor domestic violence program and get five years probation for felony assault.

If he violates his probation in any way, he'll get four years in prison.

Rihanna did not appear in court today and thus did not testify.

What do U think of the court's decision? Was it fair? Too tough or too lenient?

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Violence is NEVER the answer!

The day is finally here!

Today, the preliminary hearing for douchebag Chris Brown's assault trial will be underway and a star witness will be in attendance: Miss Rihanna herself!

Though RiRi was subpoenaed to appear in court, it is still uncertain if she will testify. DO IT!

She has the right to refuse, which may result in some minor fines if she does, but experts expect that a judge would be reluctant to fine her since this is a domestic violence case. If she does take the stand, it is expected she will be grilled and questioned for no less than 2 hours between both sides and it is unclear to how the testimony will go, though it is pivotal to the case.

If Rihanna testifies and seems believable and genuine, then it would be presumed that the case will go to trial or force Chris to accept a plea bargain. If not, Chris' lawyers will be seeking two lesser charges, or have the case completely dismissed.

In other words, her testimony makes or breaks the whole damn thing.

We hope she gives him hell! We hope she stands up for herself and all women (or men) who have ever been subject to this kind of abuse. Because, honestly, it isn't just about her anymore. If she takes a stand and does what's right, others will follow her example.

So be brave, girl! We're all rooting for you!

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Rihanna is expected to take the stand at Chris Brown's preliminary hearing on Monday, but you will not see it!!!!

Los Angeles judge Patricia Schnegg decided against allowing cameras into the courtroom.

Good for her!!!

Brown entered a "not guilty" plea for assault and making criminal threats stemming from a February argument with then girlfriend Rihanna.

If he reaches a plea agreement, Monday's hearing would not be necessary!!!

We all know he did it, right???!!!

If convicted for assault and making criminal threats, he could be sentenced to anywhere from probation to four years in prison.

What goes around, comes around!!!

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Princess RiRi isn't being so secretive about her new boyfriend any longer!!

Rihanna has been rumored to be dating upcoming hip-hop artist/Lil' Wayne protege/and Degrassi: The Next Generation alum Aubrey "Drake" Graham for a couple of months now, but the two aren't keeping their new relationship a secret very well!

The couple were spotted "attatched at the hip" at the Year One after-party at the Empire Hotel on Monday in NYC!

They soon ditched the after-party when they headed to Greenhouse and spend the night canoodling in the VIP section.

"They are definitely together, but really trying to be discreet," a insider leaked to reporters on Wednesday.

A step up from Chris Beat Her Down, no doubt!

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The California Supreme Court has rejected an appeal made by Chris Brown's attorney, Mark Geragos, to view confidential LAPD files regarding the illegal leak of Rihanna's evidence photo.

Geragos hoped to fid the source of the leaked photo.

Brown and Rihanna will come face to face in court on Monday, when a preliminary hearing determines if there is enough evidence to proceed with a jury trial.

Stay tuned!

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Looks like Rihanna had a great time last night.

Probably cause she was the hottest girl in the room!

RiRi attended the official Black Eyed Peas album release party on Wednesday, which was hosted by Target at The Griffin in New York City.

And just look at her.

She looked radiant!

We can't say the same about Fergie, but RiRi was definitely all smiles and rocking that fierce hair.

Speaking of the Peas, their new album is a disappointment.

Their record label was expecting the record to sell north of 350,000 copies this week, it's debut, but industry insiders tell us the album will only sell between 200-225k.

Sucks for them!

Update: According to reports, RiRi was also at the party with her new guy, rapper/singer Drake.

They're definitely on!

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