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Nas’ Company Settles Racism Lawsuit Brought by White Former Executive

Nas’ record label and media company, Mass Appeal, has inked a settlement with a white former executive who claims she was the target of discrimination and forced out because of her race. Mass Appeal filed a joint motion with its former head of development, Melissa Cooper, in federal court on Friday (June 13), agreeing to […]

The Best Beauty Products to Shop on Sale Now: Fenty Beauty, Lancome & More

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Major retailers like Sephora, Ulta Beauty and Walmart are currently holding some great sales on a slew of beloved beauty brands. […]

Hiiragi Magnetite’s ‘Tetoris’ Rules 2025 Mid-Year ‘Niconico VOCALOID SONGS’ Chart, Looking Back at the Scene So Far

The “Niconico VOCALOID SONGS” mid-year ranking for 2025 was recently announced. This chart, which was launched on Dec. 7, 2022, tracks the top 20 songs on Niconico created using voice synthesis software. The ranking is based on metrics developed by Billboard JAPAN, including the number of plays, the number of videos that use the songs, […]

Chrisette Michele Opens Up About Autism Diagnosis: ‘Coming to Grips With a Lot’

Chrisette Michele revealed she’s been diagnosed with autism. The 42-year-old singer opened up about her diagnosis in a post to social media on Sunday (June 15). “I just learned I’m autistic. Official diagnosis. They used the word ‘severely,’” Michele wrote. “I’ve been quiet on here. But… I’ve been outside. Singing. … but learning to strip […]

All Things Go Announces Two ‘Stacked’ Dates in Toronto This Fall

All Things Go festival is going international. Organizers for the festival announced Monday (June 16) that they will take the growing event to Toronto for two days this October.   The Canadian edition will take place the weekend after the festival’s already announced New York and D.C.-area events taking place Sept. 27-29 at Forest Hills […]