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Diddy's lawyers say there's no reason to release the star on bail, citing trial testimony that his "temper and violence were unpredictable." Sean "Diddy" Combs attends Sean "Diddy" Combs Fulfills $1 Million Pledge To Howard University At Howard Homecoming Yardfest at Howard University on Oct. 20, 2023 in Washington, DC. Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images Federal prosecutors are firing back at Sean “Diddy” Combs’ request to be released on bail ahead of his October sentencing, telling the judge that he has “extensive history of violence” and must remain in jail. Combs was acquitted last month on the most serious charges he faced over drug-fueled sex marathons called “freak-offs,” but was convicted on two lesser prostitution counts. His lawyers are currently pushing to throw out those convictions – or at the very least secure his release until sentencing. Related But in a response filing late Thursday, prosecutors argue that Diddy must remain in jail until his October court date. They say nothing has changed since the judge previously denied bail – and if anything, the trial showed how violent the star can be. Trending on Billboard “The trial record is replete with evidence of the defendant’s acts of violence towards others,” prosecutors write.

Overall revenue grew 4.5% (in constant currency) as a double-digit gain from music publishing was tempered by 3.9% recorded music growth and a decline in merchandising. General views of the Universal Music Group corporate offices on December 22, 2020 in Santa Monica, California. AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images Buoyed by hits by Morgan Wallen and Sabrina Carpenter, Universal Music Group (UMG) had revenue of 2.98 billion euros ($3.38 billion) in the second quarter, up 4.5% in constant currency, which removes the effects of foreign exchange changes. On a reported basis, which takes foreign exchange into account, revenue was up 1.6%. Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA), a common measure of profitability that removes some non-operational expenses, rose 7.3% in constant currency (4.2% as reported) to 676 million euros ($766 million). Adjusted EBITDA margin rose to 22.7% from 22.1%. Related “We are pleased with the strong growth in subscription, ad supported and music publishing revenue, which more than offset particularly difficult comparisons in physical and merchandising revenue,” COO Boyd Muir said during the earnings call on Thursday (July 31). Trending on Billboard In UMG’s recorded music segment, second quarter revenue grew 3.9% (1.1% as reported) to 2.22 billion euros ($2.5

Other recent deals of note: Los Angeles indie label Org Music signs a distribution deal with Secretly, Ticketmaster Australia partners with Untitled Group and more. Orchestra conductor watching AI Malte Mueller/Getty Images Synch and AI music dataset licensing platform SourceAudio teamed with AI audio research and deployment company ElevenLabs in a deal that will see SourceAudio serve as ElevenLabs’ preferred music licensing partner. Under the agreement, SourceAudio will offer ElevenLabs access to millions of pre-cleared songs hosted on the SourceAudio platform for “ethical AI training,” according to a press release. “This ensures a seamless flow of music to ElevenLabs through a unified delivery pipeline, mirroring the efficiencies enjoyed by DSPs that work with aggregators,” the release adds, further noting that “14 million songs on the SourceAudio platform are opted into its AI dataset licensing program. These songs are available to AI companies subject to specific thresholds and ethical AI practices, such as no direct song replication or substitution with synthetic data.” Related SEGG Media Corporation completed its acquisition of a majority and controlling interest in DotCom Ventures (DVI), which owns the Concerts.com and TicketStub.com brands. The transaction values DVI at $10 million. The deal includes 51% of DVI and all

Other signings this week include Arabic pop star Nancy Ajram, pop-punkers Waterparks and rock vocalist John Corabi. Incubus Shawn Hanna Multi-platinum, Grammy-winning band Incubus signed with CAA. The band, which wrapped a U.S. arena tour last year behind its re-recorded Morning View album, has notched seven top 10 albums on the Billboard 200, including one No. 1, 2006’s Light Grenades. It also scored a top 10 entry on the Billboard Hot 100 with 2001’s “Drive,” which peaked at No. 9. The band is managed by Velvet Hammer Music and Management Group, with attorney Todd Cooper of Greenberg Traurig providing legal representation. Related Egyptian singer-songwriter Tamer Hosny signed with Warner Music Group, which released his new album, Lena Road, on July 15. The deal is designed to expand his music to audiences globally. Trending on Billboard Believe expanded its artist services division in the MENA region by signing Arabic pop star Nancy Ajram, Lebanese artist Ragheb Alama and Egyptian artist Angham. Ajram has worked with Believe for digital distribution and marketing services for more than 14 years and has now added artist services to her deal with the company; she released a new album, Nancy 11, on July 17. Meanwhile, Alama

Based on a survey of U.S.-based Billboard readers, the report offers insights into American K-pop fans' listening, purchasing and concert habits. K-pop is all about the fans. With that in mind, Billboard is releasing the new report, K-Pop Fandom in the U.S., based on a survey of nearly 1,400 U.S.-based Billboard readers who are also avid K-pop fans. Related K-Pop Fandom in the U.S. delves into the demographics of American K-pop fans, revealing how they listen to K-pop music, which K-pop merchandise they purchase and the activities (concerts, in-person events, fan clubs, etc.) that reveal the depth of their affection for the music, the artists and the community.  “The time is right to learn more about U.S. K-pop fans,” said Billboard’s Glenn Peoples, the author of the report. “Not only does K-pop continue to make waves globally, but the U.S. has also become an important home base for South Korean companies taking their distinct approach to artist development to Western countries. The reader survey helps shed a light on K-pop fans in the world’s largest music market.”  Among the survey’s findings:  82% of respondents listen to K-pop seven days a week.  While 72% of K-pop fans regularly listen to pop

What you're about to read is an issue of the Only Good Internet newsletter, which brings you the funniest, weirdest, and most interesting content from around the internet, no doomscrolling required. Subscribe here and you'll get the web's best stuff in your inbox every week! BuzzFeed Welcome to Only Good Internet, where I curate the internet's best bits, like a museum docent who only looks at memes. So there I was, scrolling through Reddit, when I came across this Looney-Tunes-ass video of a dog having zero idea where the cat he was chasing went. But the video isn’t what I want to talk about: I want to talk about this epic tale in the comments about the stupidest dog the commenter ever met: u/AreThree / Via reddit.com Related: A Dad Sexting His Son's Girlfriend And 50 Other Texts No One Wants To Receive I love this dog already. The story continues: u/AreThree / Via reddit.com YES. u/AreThree / Via reddit.com Bless his little heart. u/AreThree / Via reddit.com I love him. Best dog. Related: 44 Jaw-Droppingly Selfish, Entitled Humans Who Clearly Think The World Revolves Around Them BuzzFeed …That whenever you get food stuck in your nasal cavity, you can

OpenAI is launching Study Mode, a version of ChatGPT for college students that it promises will act less like a lookup tool and more like a friendly, always-available tutor. It’s part of a wider push by the company to get AI more embedded into classrooms when the new academic year starts in September. A demonstration for reporters from OpenAI showed what happens when a student asks Study Mode about an academic subject like game theory. The chatbot begins by asking what the student wants to know and then attempts to build an exchange, where the pair work methodically toward the answer together. OpenAI says the tool was built after consulting with pedagogy experts from over 40 institutions. A handful of college students who were part of OpenAI’s testing cohort—hailing from Princeton, Wharton, and the University of Minnesota—shared positive reviews of Study Mode, saying it did a good job of checking their understanding and adapting to their pace. The learning approaches that OpenAI has programmed into Study Mode, which are based partially on Socratic methods, appear sound, says Christopher Harris, an educator in New York who has created a curriculum aimed at AI literacy. They might grant educators more confidence about

Friday 25 July Barnsley firefighters were called out to a deliberate car fire at 10:55pm on Smithley Lane, Wombwell, Barnsley. The crew left the scene at 12:20am. Three fire crews from Central, Rivelin and Elm Lane stations attended a deliberate premise fire at 11pm on Krown Allen Street, Sheffield. There were no reports of any injuries. Crews left the scene at 1:15am. Saturday 26 July A van was deliberately set on fire at 12:05am on Ollerton Road, Athersley North, Barnsley. Firefighters from Dearne station attended the incident. They left at 1:05am. Askern firefighters were called out to a deliberate vehicle fire at 5:20pm on Campsall Road, Askern, Doncaster. The crew came away at 6:50pm. Firefighters from Edlington station attended a deliberate car fire at 10:40pm on Common Lane, Warmsworth, Doncaster. The crew left the scene at 12am. Sunday 27 July A car was deliberately set on fire at 12am on Mount Crescent, Hoyland, Barnsley. Firefighters from Tankersley station attended the incident. They left at 12:55am. Cudworth firefighters were called out to a vehicle fire at 11:55am on Edderthorpe Lane, Scawsby, Doncaster. The cause of the fire is not known.  The crew came away at 12:55pm. A hay baler machine was

We reported earlier this month that the focus of season four of Ryan Murphy‘s true crime series “Monster” will be on the infamous Lizzie Borden. Today, Variety reports that cast members have begun to be announced, including Ella Beatty, who will star as Lizzie. Beatty, best known for her roles in If I Had Legs I Would Kick You and “Fued”. She is the daughter of Annette Bening and Warren Beatty. In addition, Rebecca Hall has been cast as Lizzie’s stepmother, Abby Borden, while Vicky Krieps will play Bridget Sullvan, a maid in the Borden household. Lizzie’s History For those unfamiliar, Borden lived in Massachusetts in the late 1800s. In 1892, she was accused of brutally murdering both her father and stepmother with an axe in their own home. She was ultimately acquitted. However, the sensational nature of the murders still captivates the world, cementing Borden’s place in pop culture. Her story has been adapted many times, including in The Lizzie Borden Chronicles, starring Christina Ricci, and the film Lizzie, starring Chloë Sevigny. Season 3: The Horrors of Ed Gein Before we get to Lizzie, “Monster” Season 3  is expected to arrive later in 2025. As previously reported,  Charlie Hunnam  is set to star as

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