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WATCH: In My Feed – Nas Joins Investment Efforts To Bring World’s Largest Casino To Queens, NY | Essence

The legendary rapper, who hails from the Queensbridge projects, is reportedly joining forces with Resorts World New York City (RWNYC) on a $5 billion expansion plan for a casino in […]

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