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For Sean 'Diddy' Combs, could a lesser conviction mean a greater public rehabilitation?
Read full article: For Sean 'Diddy' Combs, could a lesser conviction mean a greater public rehabilitation?Sean “Diddy” Combs has been acquitted of the most serious sex trafficking charges against him and convicted of lesser ones.
Diddy's trial was the latest in a line of high-profile celebrity criminal cases
Read full article: Diddy's trial was the latest in a line of high-profile celebrity criminal casesA New York City jury’s decision to convict Sean “Diddy” Combs on prostitution-related offenses and acquit the music mogul on sex trafficking and racketeering charges is the latest in a line of high-profile celebrity criminal cases that garnered widespread attention.
NBA stars to turn filmmakers at Summer League fest with Kevin Garnett, Mark Wahlberg and Deon Taylor
Read full article: NBA stars to turn filmmakers at Summer League fest with Kevin Garnett, Mark Wahlberg and Deon TaylorThe NBA Summer League is giving athletes another shot that takes place behind the camera.
With public ban on band Bob Vylan, Trump appears to ease visa privacy rules to make a point
Read full article: With public ban on band Bob Vylan, Trump appears to ease visa privacy rules to make a pointThe U.S. State Department's revelation that it has revoked visas for British punk-rap duo Bob Vylan is the latest indication that the Trump administration appears to have eased privacy restrictions to make public points.
What is the Mann Act? Here's what to know about the law used to convict Sean 'Diddy' Combs
Read full article: What is the Mann Act? Here's what to know about the law used to convict Sean 'Diddy' CombsSean “Diddy” Combs has been convicted of prostitution-related offenses under the federal Mann Act, an anti-sex trafficking law with a century-old history.
Olivia Rodrigo, John Cena and other celebrities make their way to Wimbledon's Royal Box
Read full article: Olivia Rodrigo, John Cena and other celebrities make their way to Wimbledon's Royal BoxOlivia Rodrigo, John Cena, Dave Grohl, Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas and other celebrities are bringing as much star power — or maybe even more.
50 Cent, Aubrey O'Day and more react to the verdict in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking trial
Read full article: 50 Cent, Aubrey O'Day and more react to the verdict in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking trialSean “Diddy” Combs was convicted of a prostitution-related offense but acquitted of more serious counts that could have put him behind bars for life.
Ahead of Oasis' tour, a look at famous and brief band reunions: Nirvana, Outkast and more
Read full article: Ahead of Oasis' tour, a look at famous and brief band reunions: Nirvana, Outkast and moreThe Britpop band Oasis will reunite for a 2025 world tour kicking off Friday in Cardiff, Wales.
Australia cancels rapper Ye's visa over 'Heil Hitler' release
Read full article: Australia cancels rapper Ye's visa over 'Heil Hitler' releaseA government minister says Ye, the U_S_ rapper formerly known as Kanye West, has recently been stripped of an Australian visa after he released his single “Heil Hitler.”.
What the key witnesses at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial told the jury
Read full article: What the key witnesses at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial told the juryThe jury deliberating at Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex trafficking trial heard testimony from 34 witnesses over the last seven weeks.
Jennifer Aniston will star in series inspired by Jennette McCurdy's memoir 'I'm Glad My Mom Died'
Read full article: Jennifer Aniston will star in series inspired by Jennette McCurdy's memoir 'I'm Glad My Mom Died'Jennifer Aniston will star in a new Apple TV+ original series inspired by Jennette McCurdy's bestselling memoir “I'm Glad My Mom Died.”.
Independence Day celebrations: Houston-area events, festivities to attend this Fourth of July
Read full article: Independence Day celebrations: Houston-area events, festivities to attend this Fourth of JulyLooking for fun Fourth of July plans? Check out this list of top events—from fireworks and parades to festivals and live music.
2025’s best movies (so far) include 'Sinners,' 'Sorry Baby' and 'One of Them Days'
Read full article: 2025’s best movies (so far) include 'Sinners,' 'Sorry Baby' and 'One of Them Days'Often the best movies of the second half of the year come almost preordained as the Oscars Industrial Complex revs into high gear.
Rap-punk duo Bob Vylan says it's being targeted for speaking up about Gaza at Glastonbury
Read full article: Rap-punk duo Bob Vylan says it's being targeted for speaking up about Gaza at GlastonburyRap-punk duo Bob Vylan has denied allegations of antisemitism over onstage comments at the Glastonbury Festival.
Slander or 'trash-talking'? Drake-Kendrick Lamar feud has a day in court
Read full article: Slander or 'trash-talking'? Drake-Kendrick Lamar feud has a day in courtA federal judge is pondering the nature of rap battles and the cutting wordplay in Kendrick Lamar’s megahit diss track “Not Like Us.”.
Musical 'Hamilton' and historian Ron Chernow to receive Liberty Medal awards
Read full article: Musical 'Hamilton' and historian Ron Chernow to receive Liberty Medal awardsThe Broadway musical “Hamilton” and the historian whose book inspired it are getting the National Constitution Center’s Liberty Medal this fall.
Wimbledon brings out David Beckham, Maria Sharapova and other stars on Day 1
Read full article: Wimbledon brings out David Beckham, Maria Sharapova and other stars on Day 1David Beckham and Maria Sharapova are among the stars of sports and screen at Wimbledon for the start of the tournament.
UK police probe Bob Vylan's festival chants against Israeli military, as US revokes band's visas
Read full article: UK police probe Bob Vylan's festival chants against Israeli military, as US revokes band's visasBritish police have launched a criminal investigation into a performance by rap-punk duo Bob Vylan at the Glastonbury Festival on Saturday, when the group led chants of “death to the IDF,” or Israel Defense Forces.
No verdict on first day of jury deliberations at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial
Read full article: No verdict on first day of jury deliberations at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trialJury deliberations got underway in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking trial and quickly hit a snag.
Key moments from the closing arguments at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial
Read full article: Key moments from the closing arguments at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trialProsecutors doubled down during closing arguments on their theory that Sean “Diddy” Combs carried out a sex trafficking criminal scheme for two decades as he enjoyed fame atop the hip-hop music world.
Rap duo Bob Vylan's anti-Israel chants prompt UK police to review Glastonbury acts
Read full article: Rap duo Bob Vylan's anti-Israel chants prompt UK police to review Glastonbury actsBritish police are reviewing videos from the Glastonbury Festival after rapper Bobby Vylan of Bob Vylan led chants of “death to the IDF” or Israel Defense Forces and “free Palestine” on Saturday.
‘Kisses yes, Bezos No,’ protesters say, as Bezos wedding bonanza stirs controversy in Venice
Read full article: ‘Kisses yes, Bezos No,’ protesters say, as Bezos wedding bonanza stirs controversy in VeniceProtesters in Venice have voiced strong opposition to Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's extravagant wedding.
Irish rap group Kneecap plays for a big Glastonbury crowd despite criticism
Read full article: Irish rap group Kneecap plays for a big Glastonbury crowd despite criticismIrish-language rap group Kneecap has peformed for tens of thousands of fans at the Glastonbury Festival despite controversy and criticism from British politicians.
Fans criticize Beyoncé for shirt calling Native Americans 'the enemies of peace'
Read full article: Fans criticize Beyoncé for shirt calling Native Americans 'the enemies of peace'A T-shirt worn by Beyoncé during a Juneteenth performance on her Cowboy Carter tour has caused a wave of criticism for the Houston-born pop star.
Jury set to begin deliberating in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial. Here's what to know
Read full article: Jury set to begin deliberating in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ sex trafficking trial. Here's what to knowJurors are set to begin deliberations in the sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Kenzo brings mischief back to Paris' iconic Maxim’s with a riot of color and clash
Read full article: Kenzo brings mischief back to Paris' iconic Maxim’s with a riot of color and clashFew Paris addresses conjure myth quite like Maxim’s, the gilded Belle Époque haunt where artists and aristocrats once jostled for a seat at dinner, and a place immortalized in Cole Porter’s lyrics and classic Hollywood films as the very symbol of Parisian chic.
'Rust' crew settles lawsuit against film producers and Alec Baldwin in fatal shooting
Read full article: 'Rust' crew settles lawsuit against film producers and Alec Baldwin in fatal shootingA settlement has been reached in the civil lawsuit alleging negligence in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the Western movie “Rust”.
Want Beyoncé merch but not attending the concert? Here’s how to snag some gear anyway
Read full article: Want Beyoncé merch but not attending the concert? Here’s how to snag some gear anywayCan't attend Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chittlin’ Circuit Tour in Houston this weekend? Don't worry, you can still grab some exclusive tour merchandise!
Marion Cotillard and Guillaume Canet, French cinema power couple, call it quits
Read full article: Marion Cotillard and Guillaume Canet, French cinema power couple, call it quitsOscar winner Marion Cotillard and actor-director Guillaume Canet have announced their separation after 18 years and two children together, breaking up a power relationship of French cinema.
Chef Nobu serves his famous miso cod with a side of inspiration in a new documentary
Read full article: Chef Nobu serves his famous miso cod with a side of inspiration in a new documentaryWorld-famous chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa has been tantalizing foodies for decades as he built his empire to include more than 50 upscale restaurants and several luxury hotels.
Mini creations by Swedish artists 'Anonymouse,' dubbed 'Banksy Mouse,' go from street to museum
Read full article: Mini creations by Swedish artists 'Anonymouse,' dubbed 'Banksy Mouse,' go from street to museumA Swedish street art duo known as “Anonymouse” has revealed their identities after nine years of creating miniature mouse-themed installations worldwide.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ lawyer mocks sex trafficking case in closing, calls charges 'badly exaggerated'
Read full article: Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ lawyer mocks sex trafficking case in closing, calls charges 'badly exaggerated'Sean Diddy Combs' defense lawyer says the government “badly exaggerated” its evidence against the music mogul.
‘Jurassic World’ needed a restart. Steven Spielberg knew who to call
Read full article: ‘Jurassic World’ needed a restart. Steven Spielberg knew who to callIn the 32 years since penning “Jurassic Park,” David Koepp has established himself as one of Hollywood’s top screenwriters not through the boundlessness of his imagination but by his expertise in limiting it.