The operators of Pacha New York have revealed the date and lineup for the club’s long-awaited opening weekend.

Pacha New York will open over the weekend of June 20-21, with this two-night debut featuring English star Michael Bibi on June 20 and South African legend Black Coffee on June 21.

The Pacha set is Bibi’s only current U.S. date on the calendar outside of Chicago’s ARC Music Festival in September. For Black Coffee, Pacha is the only U.S. date on his current summer schedule.

The announcement marks a new beginning for the venue, which until recently was the beleaguered Brooklyn Mirage. In February, it was announced that the Dubai-based FIVE Holdings entered into a long-term agreement assuming full operational management of the Brooklyn Mirage and The Great Hall complex, two of the three spaces in the Avant Gardner complex in which Brooklyn Mirage resided.

This February announcement also revealed that Brooklyn Mirage would be transformed into the only U.S. location of Pacha, the clubbing institution with a historic flagship in Ibiza. The news followed months of drama surrounding the Brooklyn Mirage, which was set to open last May after an extensive remodel, but announced it would not be opening its doors the night before it was set to start, with every performance thereafter subsequently canceled as the club faced ongoing permitting issues and eventual bankruptcy.

Pacha operators acknowledged these issues in an April 7 email blast that went out to approximately 30,000 people who had unrefunded tickets and seasons passes from canceled Brooklyn Mirage shows, with the email offering the value of the original tickets as coupons for Pacha. A source close to the club tells Billboard that the total value of these coupons is equal to $3,107,654, with these vouchers good for food, drinks and merchandise at any Pacha New York event.

“Before we look ahead, we want to speak directly to you, the community that has always been at the heartbeat of New York’s dance culture” the email reads. “We know the last chapter left many of you frustrated. Especially those who held tickets for shows at the Brooklyn Mirage that never happened and were never refunded. While Pacha New York was not involved in these circumstances, we’ve made a conscious decision on making this right for you… We’re offering 100% of your original ticket value as a coupon at Pacha New York.”

Operación Triunfo—the celebrated TV talent competition show that first aired in Spain in 2001—is making its U.S. debut on Telemundo this summer.

Traditionally, the show’s format, which has launched the international careers of acts such as David Bisbal, Aitana and Lola Indigo, to name a few, follows a group of aspiring singers who coexist in an “academy,” where they receive professional training and compete in weekly competitions. 

“The essence of Operación Triunfo will remain intact, as it is central to its global success […] The magic of [the reality show] lies in the fact that it transcends a traditional singing competition, emerging instead as a true platform for transformation,” Javier Pons, chief content officer & head of Telemundo Studios, tells Billboard exclusively. 

Casting calls for the show, which has “exceeded our expectations,” according to Pons, have already taken place in Miami, Los Angeles and Puerto Rico, with the final one happening April 11 in New York. 

Below, read more information about Operación Triunfo’s debut in the United States via Telemundo. 

Operación Triunfo premiered in Spain in 2001. What made 2026 the correct time to finally bring it to the U.S.?

Operación Triunfo is a format with an incredibly strong legacy and a proven emotional connection with audiences of all ages, particularly younger generations, many of whom were not consuming traditional broadcast television. Over time, it became a true cultural phenomenon in Spain.

In 2026, we see a unique combination of factors driving the decision: the continued growth of the Latino market in the United States, the evolution of music consumption toward digital and social platforms, and a younger audience seeking authentic stories and real talent. We believe this is the ideal moment to introduce a version of Operación Triunfo that culturally resonates with Hispanic audiences while preserving the essence of the format.

When did conversations begin to bring the show to Telemundo?

Before initiating conversations last year, we conducted a strategic evaluation of global formats with strong potential for adaptation to the U.S. market. As Telemundo has established itself as a leader in live primetime reality programming, we saw Operación Triunfo as a unique opportunity to refresh the slate with a format that blends competition, artistic training and a deeply human narrative that resonates with audiences.

In addition, as a complement to Telemundo’s music strategy, we are proud to introduce a globally renowned format to the U.S. Hispanic audience that elevates our content offering. The early stages of the process focused on translating the format to the local context, shaping a version that feels authentic to Telemundo’s audience while preserving the DNA that has made Operación Triunfo a global phenomenon.

Will the same format from Spain’s Operación Triunfo remain intact for its U.S. version?

The essence of Operación Triunfo will remain intact, as it is central to its global success. At the same time, we are making certain adjustments to reflect the diversity of the Spanish-speaking community and a multiplatform experience aligned with audience consumption habits in the United States.

What do you think is the magic behind this reality TV show?

The magic of Operación Triunfo lies in the fact that it transcends a traditional singing competition, emerging instead as a true platform for transformation. Audiences will be able to follow contestants on an authentic journey of artistic and personal growth six days a week, witnessing their evolution from aspiration to realization under the guidance of the director of La Academia. This combination of talent, vulnerability, discipline, and storytelling fosters a deep connection with viewers from the outset. 

In Spain, the format has established itself as a launchpad for major stars. For its U.S. version, we are proud to present a show that celebrates Latino talent, passion, and culture, following young artists on their path to becoming the next generation of music stars.

Besides the current casting stage, is there any information you can exclusively share with Billboard?

We are pleased with the response during the casting phase, which has exceeded our expectations. We still have our final stop in New York this weekend, after which we will complete the final selection of contestants who will take part in the competition. In the meantime, we can confirm that Operación Triunfo will premiere this summer, and we will soon share more details about the host, judges, music coaches, participants and much more.

Tatsuya Endo’s SPY×FAMILY Vol. 17 debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100, on the list released Apr. 9.

The latest volume of the hit comedy action series about a makeshift family consisting of a spy, an assassin, and a mind-reading child claims the top spot after dominating brick-and-mortar sales and e-books, while also scoring points on the social media and e-commerce (EC) metrics.

ONE PIECE Vol. 114 climbs 4-2 after the digital edition became available on April 3, keeping the title inside the top 10 for a fifth consecutive week. Similarly, Wanpanman (One-Punch Man) Vol. 36 soared 84-4 after the release of its digital version.

Yukinobu Tatsu’s Dandadan Vol. 23 debuts at No. 3, placing No. 3 in brick-and-mortar and No. 4 in e-books.

Outside the top 10, Leiya Seguchi’s Second Photo Book “Lei” tops the EC metric to bow at No. 15. The latest volume of Oni no Hanayome (The Ogre’s Bride) — whose live-action film adaptation opened Mar. 27 in Japanese cinemas — holds inside the top 20 for a second straight week. The series is also set to receive a TV anime adaptation from July.

The Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 is a comprehensive chart combining physical sales, e-books, library loans, subscription data and social media activity. Check out the top 10 titles on this week’s list below, tracking the period from Mar. 30 to Apr. 5.

(Numbers in parentheses indicate the title’s metric placements for brick-and-mortar, EC, e-books, subscriptions, and social media, top 20 only. English title given if translations or adaptations exist.)

1. SPY×FAMILY Vol. 17, Tatsuya Endo (1/–/1/–/–)

2. ONE PIECE Vol. 114, Eiichiro Oda (4/–/2/–/–)

3. Dandadan Vol. 23, Yukinobu Tatsu (3/–/4/–/–)

4. Wanpanman (One-Punch Man) Vol. 36, ONE, Yusuke Murata (–/–/3/–/–)

5. Futsutsuka na Akujo de wa Gozaimasu ga (Though I Am an Inept Villainess) Vol. 10, Ei Ohitsuji, Satsuki Nakamura, Yuki Kana (6/–/5/–/–)

6. Natsume Yujin-cho (Natsume’s Book of Friends) Vol. 33, Yuki Midorikawa (2/–/15/–/–)

7. Mushikaburi Hime (Bibliophile Princess) Vol. 11, Yui Kikuta, Yui, Satsuki Shiina (7/–/9/–/–)

8. Danzai sareta Akuyaku Reijo wa, Gyakko shite Kanpekina Akujo wo Mezasu (The Condemned Villainess Goes Back in Time and Aims to Become the Ultimate Villain) @COMIC Vol. 8, Rat Kitaguni (–/–/6/–/–)

9. Keiyaku-kon shita Aite ga Oni Saisho deshita ga, Konotabi Saisho-shitsu Sennin Hosa-kan ni Ninmei sareta Jimi Bukan (Hensou-chu) wa Watashi desu. Vol. 3, Nagi Okawa, Seven Tsukishiro (–/–/7/–/–)

10. Akane-banashi Vol. 21, Takamasa Moue, Yuki Suenaga (15/–/11/–/–)

Tyga is heading to Hollywood. Luckily for the “Rack City” rapper, it’s not a far ride from Calabasas, Calif., to the silver screen.

The 36-year-old (born Michael Ray Stevenson) is set to make his feature film debut starring in the coming-of-age drama Baby, You’re a Star. In addition to taking on a lead role, Tyga will serve as a producer and cowriter for the movie. Decorated music video director Arrad Rahgoshay is slated to direct the movie musical.

Tyga will star alongside Outer Banks‘ Madison Bailey, Ashton Sanders, Mike Epps, Apollonia, Clifton Powell, Patrick Cage and David Alan Grier.

The film’s storyline hits home with Tyga, which will follow an aspiring music artst determined to overcome life’s obstacles to reach stardom.

“Blending music, nostalgia and raw emotional stakes, the film aims to capture the spirit of a generation on the brink of cultural change,” a press release for Baby, You’re a Star states. Production for the movie is currently underway in Portland, Ore.

Tyga has been a rap staple for nearly 15 years since his breakout Billboard Hot 100 top 10 hit “Rack City,” which reached No. 7 on the chart in early 2012. Among his 34 Hot 100 entries, Tyga’s notched another pair of top 10 anthems in his career with “Taste” alongside Offset (No. 8 peak) in 2018 and hopping on Chris Brown’s “Loyal” in 2014 (No. 9 peak).

T-Raww’s laid low for the first quarter of 2026 on the music side. The California native’s most recent album, NSFW, arrived in February 2025 with assists from Cher, Big Sean, Flo Milli, Lil Wayne, Shenseea, Lil Tjay and Ty Dolla $ign.

Attorneys for Sean “Diddy” Combs and prosecutors battled before a federal appeals court Thursday (April 9) as he sought to overturn his 50-month sentence, with judges grilling both sides over “exceptionally difficult” legal questions about how much time the star deserved.

Combs was acquitted in a June verdict on racketeering (RICO) and sex trafficking charges over claims that he forced girlfriends to have sex with male prostitutes at sex parties called “freak offs.” But he was still convicted of two lesser counts of interstate prostitution, resulting in his lengthy prison sentence.

During a heated hearing at the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, Diddy’s attorney Alexandra Shapiro told a panel of three appellate judges that her client had been unfairly sentenced by a trial judge who had disregarded the jury’s decision to largely clear him.

“Their unanimous verdict was not guilty on the most serious charges … but [they’re] what drove the sentence,” Shapiro said. “This was the highest sentence ever for this type of charge.”

Thursday’s hearing centered on the legal concept of acquitted conduct — meaning the elements of the case against Diddy that jurors had rejected in their verdict. Federal sentencing officials recently passed new guidelines instructing courts to be more careful not to impose harsh sentences based on such conduct, saying at the time that “not guilty means not guilty.”

Diddy’s attorneys say Judge Arun Subramanian violated those new rules, handing down a draconian term that ignored the jury’s verdict rejecting the RICO and sex trafficking counts. Prosecutors say the judge did enough to comply with them and was allowed to consider much of the disputed case.

As the court grappled with those “exceptionally difficult” novel legal questions, both sides faced withering questions from the judges. Judge William J. Nardini interrupted Shapiro almost immediately, suggesting the court was not even able to consider the issue for procedural reasons. Judge Sarah A. L. Merriam later noted that Subramanian had acknowledged the acquittals, and asked why that wasn’t enough.

“Obviously the judge acknowledged that he’d been acquitted, but that’s not enough,” Shapiro said. “That’s just make-weight.” Nardini quickly interjected: “You mean he didn’t mean it? Or he wasn’t thinking it? What does ‘make-weight’ mean? That’s a rather disparaging characterization.” Shapiro quickly clarified that she had not intended to insult the trial judge.

Arguing for prosecutors was Christy Slavik, who said Subramanian had taken the correct approach to acquitted conduct. But she, too, faced sharp questions from the panel — including from Judge M. Miller Baker, who said the prostitution claims had been nothing more than a “sideshow” to the RICO case during the actual trial.

“Why shouldn’t we hold you to the way you prosecuted the case?” Baker asked. “You went to the jury and said this man did all these terrible things for purposes of the RICO conspiracy, for the purposes of sex trafficking, and they acquitted him! And now you want us to rely on all this acquitted conduct that was presumably rejected?”

Slavik fired back that Subramanian had instead relied on “admitted conduct” — citing the Diddy team’s much-discussed defense strategy of openly admitting physical abuse: “The defendant admitted from the outset of the trial that the defendant engaged in horrific domestic violence. All of that conduct was admitted.”

Slavik urged the panel to take a narrow approach to the new rules on acquitted conduct, saying judges could still consider such actions if it’s “relevant” to the actual convicted charges. But that suggestion also drew blowback from the judges.

“What your argument would lead to is that there’s no such thing as acquitted conduct,” Nardini said. “Tell me why I’m wrong about that.”

Though Thursday’s arguments focused entirely on sentencing, Combs is also appealing his underlying convictions, including by arguing that the “freakoffs” at the core of the case were merely amateur pornographic movie shoots that are protected by the First Amendment.

But such arguments are typically far harder to win at appeals courts, which are less likely to overturn a jury’s verdict than a judge’s ruling. And Diddy’s appeal has clearly been focused on sentencing since it was first filed in December.

Following Thursday’s hearing, the Second Circuit will take the case into consideration and issue a ruling at some point in the months ahead. Appeals in federal court can often take well over a year to reach a ruling, but Diddy’s case has been granted expedited status that should result in a faster decision.