New York, NY – Prominent music and entertainment figure Sean “Diddy” Combs was found guilty on Wednesday, July 2 or 3, 2025, of two prostitution-related counts following a high-profile federal criminal trial in New York City. The verdict, delivered by a jury of 12 New Yorkers, followed approximately two months of intense courtroom proceedings that…
New York – A jury in New York delivered a partial verdict on Tuesday in the high-profile sex trafficking trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, signaling progress on some charges but indicating an impasse on the most serious count: racketeering. The 12-member jury, composed of eight men and four women, reached decisions on four…
A prominent public and musical rivalry between two of contemporary music’s most dominant figures, Drake and Kendrick Lamar, has escalated into the legal arena, prompting scrutiny from a federal judge. The court is currently engaged in proceedings centered on the lyrical content exchanged between the artists, specifically focusing on whether certain lines within Kendrick Lamar’s…
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Fifty emerging South African music entrepreneurs have successfully completed a comprehensive six-week training programme designed to significantly impact the future landscape of music publishing within the nation and beyond. The initiative, a pivotal collaboration between the Southern African Music Rights Organisation (Samro) and Music Business Lab, with crucial backing from the…
New York, NY – Closing arguments concluded on Friday, June 27, 2025, in the high-profile trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, setting the stage for jury deliberations that will determine the fate of the prominent entertainment figure. The proceedings drew to a close with impassioned pleas from both the defense and prosecution, each presenting…
Holly Valance, the Australian actress and singer known for her role in Neighbours and hit song ‘Kiss Kiss’, has reportedly separated from her husband, billionaire property tycoon Nick Candy, after 13 years of marriage. Sources close to the couple have indicated that the decision to “call it quits” was made quietly in recent weeks. Valance,…
Roskilde, Denmark – One of Europe’s most celebrated cultural phenomena, the Roskilde Festival, is set to return in 2025, promising its unique fusion of world-class music, artistic exploration, and profound social engagement. Scheduled to unfold from June 28 to July 5, 2025, in the historic city of Roskilde, Denmark, the event stands as a beacon…
In a notable convergence of music, culture, and enterprise, prominent Nigerian hip-hop artist Vector has announced a collaboration with multifaceted entrepreneur and cultural enthusiast Alhaji Dickson. Their joint effort culminates in a new song titled “Aborus,” a track poised to explore the rich tapestry of Yoruba culture, with particular reference to Ifa, its traditional religion…
Paris, France — Under the creative direction of Pharrell Williams, Louis Vuitton unveiled its Spring Summer 2026 collection for men, presented with a profound thematic focus looking towards India. The highly anticipated show, held at the iconic Centre Pompidou in Paris, served as a significant moment, intertwining high fashion artistry with strategic global market considerations,…
Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) in Canada is set to introduce a groundbreaking academic course dedicated to exploring the cultural influence, global reach, and musical legacy of Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh. Announced at the prestigious Billboard Summit during the NXNE festival in Toronto, the course at TMU’s Creative School marks a significant recognition of Dosanjh’s role…
