It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas! Mariah Carey is back at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, and holiday music has officially taken over the airwaves.

On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are chatting about six brand-new Christmas songs from some of our pop-star faves: Christina Aguilera’s “My Favorite Things,” Cher’s “Christmas Is Here,” Kylie Minogue’s “XMAS,” Gwen Stefani’s “Shake the Snow Globe,” Jonas Brothers’ “Coming Home This Christmas” (featuring Kenny G) and Pentatonix’s virtual duet with the late Frank Sinatra on “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm” — already a top 10 hit on Billboard‘s Adult Contemporary chart.

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Also on the show, we’ve got chart news on how Taylor Swift returns to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with The Life of a Showgirl for an eighth nonconsecutive week while a trio of holiday albums return to the top 10, led by Michael Bublé’s Christmas. Meanwhile, Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” jingles back to the top of the Hot 100 for a record-tying 19th week atop the list. Plus, it’s year-end charts time! Hundreds of year-end charts were released to Billboard’s website on Tuesday (Dec. 9), so we’ll be talking about the year’s biggest artists, songs and albums.

The Billboard Pop Shop Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things pop on Billboard‘s weekly charts. You can always count on a lively discussion about the latest pop news, fun chart stats and stories, new music, and guest interviews with music stars and folks from the world of pop. Casual pop fans and chart junkies can hear Billboard‘s executive digital director, West Coast, Katie Atkinson and Billboard’s managing director, charts and data operations, Keith Caulfield every week on the podcast, which can be streamed on Billboard.com or downloaded in Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast provider. (Click here to listen to the previous edition of the show on Billboard.com.)

MELBOURNE — Australia’s K-pop fans can let it all out next year at a dedicated day-long music festival.

The first edition of 안녕, MELBOURNE (“Hello Melbourne”) will be presented March 14, 2026 at Melbourne’s Flemington Racecourse, a new show that will sit alongside the market’s rock, indie, dance, country and multi-genre events.

Announced Wednesday, Dec. 10, the new event is made possible by a partnership struck by APPLEWOOD, a leading live player in K-pop and Asian entertainment, and Australian independents concerts and festivals specialist Untitled Group.

Details of the lineup will be announced this Friday.

Established in 2013, APPLEWOOD has produced major tours for the likes of SEVENTEEN, ENHYPEN, BAEKHYUN, LE SSERAFIM, GFRIEND and G-DRAGON, and orchestrated BLACKPINK’s 2019 world tour, which smashed records with six sold-out arena shows in Bangkok, Thailand.

In those years since launch, the business has produced more than 120 shows and attracting over 750,000 attendees across 20-plus cities in 18 markets, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines and, next year, Australia.

Meanwhile, Untitled Group is celebrating its 10th anniversary, during which time the business has produced a slate of popular festivals, including Beyond The Valley and Wildlands.

In 2024, Untitled Group shifted over 630,000 tickets across its events and tours, including Dom Dolla’s Australian tour, which set a new record for a homegrown DJ with 170,000 tickets sold. Untitled’s festivals portfolio includes Pitch Music & Arts, Ability Fest, and the team produced the domestic leg of RÜFÜS DU SOL’s recent, record-setting world tour.

Australia has a deeper connection with some of the biggest names in K-pop, with the likes of Danielle and Hanni from NewJeans, Rose from BLACKPINK, and Stray Kids pair BangChan and Felix all boasting roots from these parts.

K-pop is a big, and growing business in these parts — both on the national charts and live stages. TWICE’s recent This Is For tour of Australia sold more than 50,000 tickets sold across Sydney and Melbourne, according to Live Nation, which produced those dates, while the K-Pop Demon Hunters soundtrack dominated both the ARIA Singles and Albums Charts at stages this year.

Data presented last year by Live Nation found that the genre is hot in Australasia, with a 600% increase in the number of Asia Pop live shows reported from 2015, and, at the same time, a 275% spike in the number of touring artists passing through.

The inaugural Soundcheck report, published last year by Creative Australia, found that Australia hosts more than 500 festivals. Electronic dance music was the boss, accounting for almost one in four music festivals in Australia (23% of festivals), ahead of rock (21%), country (19%) and indie (17%).

The estate of MF Doom has failed in its first attempt to hold Temu liable for selling counterfeit versions of the late hip-hop legend’s merchandise.

A Tuesday (Dec. 9) ruling out of California federal court grants the e-commerce giant’s motion to dismiss trademark infringement claims brought by MF Doom’s heirs earlier this year. The estate of the British-born rapper, who died in 2020, accused Temu of selling dozens of knock-off t-shirts, hats and posters bearing his name and signature mask.

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Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. says the lawsuit is legally deficient because Temu is not the maker of this merch but rather a marketplace where independent Chinese merchants can sell their own low-priced goods to American customers.

“Plaintiff alleges no facts supporting an inference of joint ownership or control over the infringing products or suggesting that Temu’s role is anything other than a transactional intermediary and fulfiller,” wrote the judge.

It’s not the end of the road for MF Doom’s heirs, though. Judge Blumenfeld is allowing the estate to try again with an amended complaint as long as “it has a good-faith factual and legal basis to do so.” The reworked lawsuit is due by Dec. 19.

Reps for Temu and the MF Doom estate did not immediately return requests for comment on Tuesday.

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The music industry is increasingly using the legal system to crack down on counterfeiting as phony merch sales have skyrocketed in recent years. Artists like Harry Styles have brought lawsuits against online bootleggers, while the official merch partners for Benson Boone and Tate McRae went to court this summer to stop parking lot t-shirt sellers at the singers’ live shows.

In its August lawsuit, the MF Doom estate tried a new tack by going after a hosting platform, Temu, rather than individual sellers. A month later, the same lawyers brought a similar counterfeiting suit against Temu on behalf of Twenty One Pilots.

Tuesday’s ruling is a sign that artists could face a tough road ahead in holding hosting platforms like Temu liable for the counterfeiting activities of its independent users. There’s a high bar under trademark law to plead the theory known as vicarious or contributory infringement, and it remains to be seen whether the MF Doom estate and Twenty One Pilots will be able to clear that hurdle.


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Gene Simmons, co-founder and bass player of the band KISS, told a Senate Judiciary subcommittee on Tuesday (Dec. 9) that paying recording artists for broadcast radio performances isn’t just a matter of fairness; it’s a matter of patriotism. “If you are against this bill, you are un-American,” said Simmons, who veered from typical Congressional hearing practice by making his introductory remarks without notes.  

Simmons appeared at a hearing before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property titled Balancing the Interests of Local Radio, Songwriters, and Performers in the Digital Age, which hosted various industry professionals’ viewpoints on the American Music Fairness Act (AMFA), a bill that would require broadcast radio companies to pay for the performance of sound recordings. Radio stations pay for the performance of musical works through licenses with performance rights organizations such as ASCAP and BMI, as well as for any performances of sound recordings on the internet. But they do not pay record labels or performing artists when they play music over the air — something the music industry has fruitlessly combated for years. 

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“I’m here to kindly ask all of you, both Republicans and Democrats, to help us remedy a situation, an injustice,” Simmons said with his wife, Shannon Tweed, son Nick and daughter Sophie seated in the gallery behind him. “Let’s call it for what it is, an injustice that’s been ongoing for many, many decades.” The 76-year-old rocker conceded that he doesn’t need radio royalties — “I’ve done well thanks to the American dream,” he said — but underscored the importance of supporting young artists during their financially precarious early years. “This is for our children and for our children’s children,” he said. “We can’t just let them out in the cold and not have a way to get paid for their hard work.” 

Elsewhere at the hearing, Henry Hinton, president and CEO of Inner Banks Media, a small broadcast radio company that serves Eastern North Carolina, took the opposing view. “Radio is free to our listeners, but it is not free to those of us who provide it,” he said. “Radio stations pay countless fees, including annual FCC regulatory fees, copyright royalties to performing rights organizations like ASCAP, BMI, CSAC, GMR and streaming collectives like SoundExchange. Local broadcasters today compete against tech giants and global streaming services, some of whom ironically are now trying to emulate the essence of radio on their platforms. Streaming services are able to recoup costs through subscriptions and fees that they charge to their users. We cannot.” 

Simmons seemed to relish playing a good-natured foil to Hinton’s business case against the AMFA. “I’m not here to demonize Mr. Hinton or the radio stations,” he said. “We need each other. Performers need radio; radio needs performers. But for God’s sake, equitable doesn’t mean you get zero and radio makes $14 billion just this last year. That’s not equitable — I know it’s a big word, like gymnasium, but come on, Hinton, let’s get with it. Let’s become American.” 

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The pros and cons voiced during Tuesday’s AMFA hearing echoed those from one held about the bill in 2024 before a House Judiciary subcommittee. During that earlier hearing, chairman Darrell Issa (R-OH) suggested that lawmakers had grown impatient and warned broadcasters that Congressional intervention would be more painful than a rate they negotiated with record labels. “And if you don’t take that, [then] quite frankly you have to live with the consequences,” Issa told Curtis LeGeyt, president/CEO of the National Association of Broadcasters, at the time.  

On Tuesday, Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) often took a combative stance toward Hinton, telling him that his station is “causing harm” to musicians by not paying a performance royalty. “You’ve got an oldies station,” Blackburn told Hinton. “You’ve never paid Sam Moore’s estate a dime for ‘Soul Man.’” Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA), who painted himself as a frequent radio listener, was more conciliatory toward radio stations’ financial state. “I just want to let you know I acknowledge all the concerns that you’ve raised,” Schiff said to Hinton.” I think we’ve tried to strike a fair balance in this, but I am mindful of the financial pressure you describe, and I don’t want to act as if we’re not aware of that.” 

Michael Huppe, president and CEO of SoundExchange, urged the senators not to pay heed to broadcasters’ talking points that have sunk previous efforts to create a performance right. A performance right is not a tax, he said, because the bill would simply require businesses to pay for content just as they pay for other services. Radio broadcasters have long argued that compensation for performances isn’t merited because radio promotes artists’ work, but Huppe contested that claim. “I doubt broadcasters even believe it — 72% of the music they play on the radio is not current and therefore not promoting new music at all,” he said.  


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Kehlani achieves a first No. 1 as lead artist on Billboard’s Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart as “Folded” crowns the listed Dec. 13. The single, released and promoted through Atlantic Records, ascends from the runner-up spot after becoming the most-played song on U.S. panel-contributing mainstream R&B/hip-hop radio stations for the tracking week of Nov. 28 – Dec. 4, according to Luminate. For its coronation week, “Folded” improved 2% in plays compared to the prior frame.

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As “Folded” enters the summit, it unseats Chris Brown’s “It Depends,” featuring Bryson Tiller, from the top after a nine-week reign. The former champ slips one rung after shedding 2% in weekly plays.

Prior to “Folded,” Kehlani landed in the Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay penthouse via a feature on Cardi B’s “Ring,” which ruled for one week in November 2018. As a lead artist, Kehlani’s previous best showing was a No. 2 result for “Beautiful Lies,” a collaboration with Yung Bleu, in March 2022.

In addition to “Folded,” Kehlani claims two more songs on this week’s Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart. They once again support Cardi B, but this time on the rapper’s “Safe,” which slides 7-8 on the chart (down 11%) after it peaked at No. 3 last month. Plus, Kehlani’s own “Folded” follow-up, “Out the Window” pushes 32-30 in its third week on the chart thanks to a 9% jump in weekly plays.

Elsewhere, “Folded” continues to make impact across a slate of airplay charts. It earns a fifth frame at its No. 2 high on the audience-based R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart, where, despite settling for a silver medal again, it increased 1% to 21.1 million in audience listenership for the week. A former Rhythmic Airplay champ – it headed the list for a week in October – “Folded” backtracks 7-8 at that format (down 2%), but improved in plays on Adult R&B Airplay (up 13% for a 23-21 rise) and Pop Airplay (up 1%, though it reverses 30-31 in rank).

With its combination of leading support from the mainstream R&B/hip-hop and rhythmic sectors, plus the building results from adult R&B and mainstream top-40 pop stations, “Folded” repeats at its No. 9 best on the all-genre Radio Songs chart. There, it added 2% more in audience impressions for the tracking week, up to 36.1 million.

Morgan Wallen‘s Sand in My Boots Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama, will not return in 2026, according to city officials and executives at AEG.

The mayor of Gulf Shores originally told the City Council that the 2026 version of the festival was canceled due to a lack of available artists, according to People. During a public meeting, Mayor Robert Craft said, “We will refuse to let them go back to the acts we’ve had before, so they couldn’t do it,” adding, “So they canceled the 2026 event but they’ve got time now to pursue the type of talent we want on our beaches, to invite the right audience that we want on our beaches.”

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Craft later clarified his comments, issuing a written statement that read: “The city’s initial 10-year franchise agreement for the Hangout Music Festival was scheduled to conclude following the 2025 event. The city elected to defer consideration of the requested extension until the festival’s outcomes could be evaluated, with input from our residents.”

The country music festival began as Hangout Music Festival, created by A.J. Niland, Shaul Zislin and Lilly Zislin in 2009. In 2015, AEG-owned Goldenvoice entered a partnership to produce the festival and programmed the 40,000-person festival and continued operating the event through 2024 with headliners Lana Del Rey, Zach Bryan and ODESZA. Last year, the festival was rebranded with Morgan Wallen as the title artist, with support from Post Malone, Brooks & Dunn, Hardy, T-Pain, Diplo, The War on Drugs, 3 Doors Down and Future Islands.

Craft added that “this year’s festival received overwhelming community support, and in late July, the City Council approved a two‑year extension” for the festival to return in May 2026. “However, the compressed timeline created by this decision did not provide organizers sufficient runway to produce a successful festival in 2026. As a result, the producers have elected not to proceed with a 2026 event.”

Officials with AEG issued their own statement about the festival, telling Billboard, “The decision to not move forward with a festival for 2026 was tied to Hangout Festival and the permitting approval timeline for the site. We will share news about future events at the site at the appropriate time.”

Craft noted that Gulf Shores officials expected the festival to return in 2027, noting, “We appreciate that they are being thoughtful in creating a lineup that will be impactful to our local economy. All parties are focused on planning a strong and well‑executed music festival, and we look forward to welcoming them back in 2027.”

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It’s never too early to start planning your holiday shopping. With the holiday season quickly approaching, finding thoughtful gifts that won’t break the bank can feel like a challenge. To make your gift-giving stress-free and budget-friendly, we’ve put together a list of 17 gifts that are worth adding to your shopping list, all priced $10 or under.

From Rihanna-approved accessories to ear-safe headphones, this gift guide has something special for everyone, even music lovers. Whether you’re shopping for family, friends or colleagues, these affordable options are sure to bring a smile to someone’s face, without breaking the bank in turn. Keep in mind: Some of these gifts also make great stocking stuffers or white elephant gifts, like the Jessica Simpson Heart Ring set, the Tonymoly Head to Toe Superstars Mask Set and the E.l.f Reviver Lip Oil. From big gifts to dainty items, there is something for everyone on your list.

Scroll down and select one or more of your favorite gifts under $10. With this list, you’ll be sure to find something that’s both budget-friendly and special.

17 Of Our Favorite Gifts For $10 Or Under Including Stocking Stuffers

Polaroid Go Camera Clip

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A camera clip for your Polaroid camera.


This Polaroid Go camera clip is a physical accessory that attaches to your Polaroid Go camera, making your camera extremely portable. The clip is in red, black and white. With this clip, you can attach your camera to your bag, like a bag charm, keeping it at arm’s length every time for snapping key moments.

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iPhone Fast Charger

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A pack of two fast chargers.


There’s nothing worse than your phone dying out on you when you’re busy or in a rush. Gifting a fast charger like this two-pack from Walmart is perfectly practical and can save you or your loved one in a pinch. This charger is compatible with multiple iPhone models, specifically the 14, 13, 12 and 11.

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Onn Eight Inch Tabletop RGB LED Ring Light with Tripod

A rainbow ring light with a built-in tripod.


Snapping a selfie or taking a video for TikTok has never been so easy with this Eight Inch Tabletop Ringlight from Walmart. Retailing for $9, the ringlight flashes in rainbow hues or a clear, bright light that illuminates your videos or photos, making them look like they were taken professionally. The ring light comes equipped with a built-in tripod that gives stability to filming or snapping photos. It’s safe to say this will step up your content game tenfold.

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20000 mAh Portable Charger Power Bank Dual USB Battery Pack

$9.99 $29.99 67% off

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A battery pack in black.


This 20000 mAh Portable Charger Power Bank Dual USB Battery Pack is yet another charging item that you can take with you in a pinch. The brick is fast-charging and comes with a cable compatible with tons of tech, including the iPhone, iPad, Galaxy, Android, Pixel and Tablet. For $9.99, this charging bank is a no-brainer and a small item that would make an amazing stocking stuffer for the techie in your life.

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ZOHAN Noise Cancelling Over Ear Headphones with Velvet Bag, Blue

Bright blue over-the-ear headphones.


These noise-canceling headphones are just $10, and they’re on-par with some of the more pricey models we’ve seen. The ZOHAN wireless style comes in four total colors and sits over-the-ear. They offer effective noise-canceling to protect delicate ears from loud noises, ensuring safety. We’d recommend buying these for your little ones, but adults can partake too, obviously. 

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Aolcev USB C Cable 66W Fast USB A to USB C Charging Cord 3.3FT

A beaded charging cord.


Who said tech had to be boring? This beaded charging cord is 3.3 feet, giving you a wide range of movement once your phone is plugged in. This is a USB-C Cable, meaning it is compatible with any device with a USB-C port. It’s also fast-charging, meaning you won’t have to spend too long plugged in. With all the colorful beaded accents, you’ll never mistake your charger for someone else’s ever again.

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Logitech – M196 Lightweight Bluetooth Wireless Optical Mouse

A wireless pink mouse.


This wireless mouse from Logitech is comparable to styles we’ve seen from top brands. The difference? This mouse is only $9.74. The wireless style is portable due to its compact size and pairs with your laptop or tablet in seconds via Bluetooth, eliminating the need for a dongle or port. It also comes in a cute pastel pink hue if you’re looking to make your gaming setup a little more fun.

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Unisex Daily Essential Quarter Socks

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Ankle-length socks.


Socks as gifts can get a bad rep, but these ones from Lululemon will never leave you disappointed. The Quarter ankle-length sock currently retails for $9 and comes in a slew of stylish pastel hues, although our favorite has to be the white with pink stripes. The fabric used to make these socks is stretchy and breathable, meaning you won’t have to suffer the dreaded foot sweat for style.

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Holiday Time 14.5 Oz Red Bow Ceramic Mug

A cute holiday ceramic mug.


Mugs are a cozy and reliable gift that virtually everyone loves. They’re very useful and look great, especially when smattered with a ton of bows like this one from Walmart. This one’s made of ceramic, giving it durability, and comes with a large bow handle in a festive red hue.

17 Of Our Favorite Gifts For $10 Or Under Including Stocking Stuffers

Auden Women’s Arbor Plush Scuff Slippers

Plush non-slip slippers.


If you or someone you love is a homebody, you have to gift them these ultra-cozy slippers from Target. The Auden Arbor Plush Scuff style comes in an array of colors, although we’re partial to the pink, and retails for just $10. The body of the slipper is made of a plush, heat-wicking faux-fur material and fixed with a velvet bow. The soles are non-slip, a much-needed touch for when you’re walking around the house.

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Hello Kitty And Friends Sweetheart Blind Box Mini Tumbler

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A blind box inspired by Hello Kitty.


Blind boxes were all the rage this year. The mystery boxes are still likely on wishlists for kids and adults alike. If you’ve been tasked with gifting a trinket lover, then they’re sure to love this Hello Kitty And Friends Sweetheart Blind Box Mini Tumbler. The whimsical blind box is inspired by Hello Kitty and all her pals. You’ll have the option to pull one of six tumblers featuring all the beloved Sanrio characters on the front. The collectible is a unique keepsake and one we can see our readers decorating desks or shelves with.

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Ulta Beauty x Mini Brands Pops Plush Keychains

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A mini plushie blind box from Ulta Beauty.


Like the blind box mentioned earlier, this Ulta Beauty x Mini Brands Pops Plush Keychains blind box comes with a collectible item, but with a twist. You’ll pull a keychain that can be attached to your bag or keys. The figure you pick will be holding a mini version of an Ulta Beauty product, a fun beauty lover-approved touch.

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Tony Moly Head to Toe Superstars Mask Set

A set of sheet masks.


If you’re too busy to treat yourself or your loved one to a spa day, or you don’t want to shell out on expensive treatments, may we present you with Tony Moly’s Head to Toe Superstars Mask Set? Retailing for $10, the mask set comes with everything you’ll need to feel pampered, down to the soles of your feet. These masks are all scented and work to hydrate the skin.

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Icon No Crease Hair Clip Set

Two hair clips with bows.


Flat hair clips have been utilized by the likes of Solange, Rihanna and more to add a stylish touch to their updos, or to keep their hair back while makeup is being applied. These $10 clips from Urban Outfitters are uniquely suited for both purposes thanks to the bow detailing. They also won’t put creases in your hair, leaving your updo dent-free. These make a cute stocking stuffer for the beauty and fashion-obsessed person in your life.

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Kintion Pocket Mirror

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A pocket-size mirror.


If you’re on the hunt for a stocking stuffer, this pocket-sized mirror is a must-add to your cart. It’s the ultimate makeup essential for on-the-go touch-ups. With its built-in lighting, it provides just the right amount of light for flawless results.

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Jessica Simpson Heart Ring Set

A four piece of rings from Jessica Simpson.


If you’re looking for a dainty yet meaningful gift, consider adding this Jessica Simpson Heart Ring set to your cart. This versatile set allows you to layer the rings for a personalized, stylish look., featuring designs ranging from heart-shaped to star-shaped.

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E.l.f Glow Reviver Lip Oil

A lip oil from E.l.f.


Looking for a stocking stuffer beauty gift? This e.l.f Glow Reviver Lip Oil gives you an ultra-glossy look with a non-sticky formula. This lip oil glides effortlessly with its plush cushion applicator, giving your lips a luscious and hydrated shine. Plus, it’s 100% vegan and cruelty-free, making it a feel-good choice for your beauty routine.

Start your holiday shopping off right by adding one (or a few) of these affordable finds to your cart. You can also get creative and put together your own custom gift basket with all your favorite items. This is a great opportunity to craft a one-of-a-kind gift that’s both meaningful and personal, giving it that extra special touch — whether they’re a Swiftie or a Sabrina Carpenter fan.

For more product recommendations, check out ShopBillboard’s 50 unique gifts for music lovers, these top 10 musical instruments for kids, the best portable gadgets under $50 and Rihanna’s-approved Savage x Fenty holiday must-haves for all ages.

Smokey Robinson alleges in a new court filing that one of the housekeepers suing him for sexual assault recently stole thousands of dollars’ worth of property from his family’s storage unit — claims the woman in question denies.

The Monday (Dec. 8) filing in Los Angeles court represents a bizarre new twist in the civil sexual abuse litigation being waged against the 85-year-old Motown legend by six anonymous ex-household employees. Robinson says the claims are extortionate falsehoods and has countersued his accusers for defamation and elder abuse.

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Monday’s motion focuses on the plaintiff known as Jane Doe 4, who alleges Robinson raped her repeatedly while she worked as the singer’s housekeeper between 2007 and 2024. According to Robinson’s attorney, Christopher Frost, this former employee kept her key to the family’s storage unit and has now used it for a “blatantly criminal act.”  

“On December 8, 2025, while visiting the storage unit, [Smokey’s wife] Frances Robinson was informed by a facility employee that approximately two weeks earlier, on November 22, 2025, an individual — joined by two others — had accessed the storage unit and left with the Robinsons’ personal property,” wrote Frost. “Ms. Robinson was then shown security footage depicting three individuals at or inside the storage unit for approximately 40 minutes, including one whom she immediately recognized as Jane Doe 4, seen removing boxes and other property of the Robinsons into a vehicle.”

The motion claims Jane Doe 4 took thousands of dollars’ worth of personal property from the storage unit. Robinson’s team is now seeking a restraining order to stop the woman from taking more items, including potential evidence in the sexual abuse litigation.

In a statement to Billboard on Tuesday (Dec. 9), Frost said his team is “taking swift action to ensure that Jane Doe 4 and those assisting her cannot go near the Robinsons, a couple in their 70s and 80s, because there seem to be no limits on what they are willing to do.”

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“As absurd as this turn of events might seem, it is yet another example of how Jane Doe 4 and her group of accusers are motivated by greed — even the pettiest kind,” added Frost. “We are already suing them for financial elder abuse, conversion and invasion of privacy. Beyond absurdity, it is also alarming that she has retained and is exploiting access to the Robinsons’ property.”

However, the plaintiffs’ attorney, John W. Harris, said in a statement of his own on Tuesday that Jane Doe 4 “vehemently denies ever having visited that unit at any time since leaving her employment with the Robinsons.”

“We have not been provided the video the Robinsons claim to rely upon, but we look forward to obtaining it so the truth can be exposed,” said Harris. “It is deeply troubling that the Robinsons would resort to this kind of inflammatory accusation, which plays into longstanding racist tropes and is clearly designed to smear and discredit a survivor who bravely came forward. We are confident that once the evidence is produced, these claims will be revealed for what they are — another baseless attempt to intimidate and retaliate against a victim.”

This is just the latest skirmish to break out in the case, which began with $50 million claims from four female housekeepers in May and grew last month to include a fifth female housekeeper and a male car mechanic who worked for Robinson. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is also conducting a parallel criminal investigation, though no charges have been filed to date.

Robinson’s lawyers have repeatedly accused the plaintiffs of slow-walking the discovery process to avoid scrutiny of what they say are demonstrably false allegations. In another Monday motion, Frost argued that Jane Doe 4 walked out of a recent deposition because she was “desperate to avoid” tough questions and evidence that contradicted her claims.

Harris quickly responded on Monday that his team ended Jane Doe 4’s deposition early because Frost “repeatedly raised his voice in a hostile manner” and “launched unsupported personal attacks” on the witness. He said they’re willing to participate in further depositions, but only if a different lawyer conducts the questioning.  


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Fresh off his first MLS Cup win and second-straight MVP title, Lionel Messi and Stanley 1913 are back with another limited-edition collaboration. Featuring a lineup of popular Stanley products, including the Quencher tumbler and the IceFlow bottle, the collection gets a “GOAT” makeover with an all-black design with premium gold finishes.

“Emotional connection and authenticity is everything. We want to make sure that Stanley 1913 is there for the full journey of a football fan. Whenever food and beverage is important to you at that particular moment during your football ritual – whether you’re hydrating, libating, or caffeinating – we want to be right there.”

Fans can now shop Stanley’s popular leakproof Quencher tumbler, which has become a fan-favorite thanks to its many recording artist and athlete co-signs, including Post Malone, Tyla and Olivia Rodrigo. Shop the “GOAT” Messi tumbler for $60 on Stanley1913.com.

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Messi x Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler


“With this iteration of the Messi x Stanley 1913 partnership, we’re continuing to push the boundaries of what performance drinkware can mean with athletes powering the brand,” shared Matt Navarro, Global President of PMI WW Brands, LLC in a press release. “It’s product with purpose. The new collection, spanning our hydration and café categories, honors the mindset that drives elite athletes and everyday achievers alike – and we couldn’t be more proud to do this alongside a partner like Messi.”

The full Messi x Stanley 1913 collection is available to shop now with prices ranging from $30 to $70. If this collab is anything like the recent Post Malone limited-edition release, it will sell fast. Shop the full collection below before its gone.

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Messi x Stanley IceFlo Flip Straw Tumbler


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Messi x Stanley Classic Mate Mug


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Messi x Stanley IceFlow Flip Straw Jug


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Messi x Stanley High Precision Flow Mate System


Shop More Messi x Stanley Collabs Below

Want even more Messi? His previous Argentina-inspired collection is still available on Stanley’s website. With the World Cup coming up next year, this is the best time to gear up on your countries merch. Shop the full collection below.

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Messi x Stanley 1913 Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler


Lionel Messi "GOAT" Stanley Cup: Where to Buy the Tumbler Online

Messi x Stanley 1913 IceFlow Flip Straw 2.0 Bottle


Lionel Messi "GOAT" Stanley Cup: Where to Buy the Tumbler Online

Messi x Stanley 1913 IceFlow Flip Straw Jug


Lionel Messi "GOAT" Stanley Cup: Where to Buy the Tumbler Online

Messi x Stanley 1913 Classic Mate Mug


Lionel Messi "GOAT" Stanley Cup: Where to Buy the Tumbler Online

Messi x Stanley 1913 High Precision Flow Mate System


Just weeks after spending time in jail for charging at Ariana Grande on a red carpet in Singapore, Johnson Wen was kicked out of a Lady Gaga concert in his native Australia.

In videos posted to X and Instagram by other fans at the Mayhem Ball show, the 26-year-old prankster speaks to security personnel before being escorted out of Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane. The concert had not yet started at the time of his forced exit.

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In the clips, fans audibly shout, “Get him out of here!” and, “That’s the guy that tackled Ariana!”

“Got kicked out of Lady Gaga concert!” Wen wrote on his Instagram Story shortly afterward. “The show doesn’t start till 8 p.m.! The early fans were booing me.”

It’s uncertain what his plans were for the Mayhem show, but in the past, Wen has made his name as a serial stage-crasher who’s rushed the stages of stars such as The Chainsmokers and The Weeknd. This summer, he was arrested for doing the same to Katy Perry on one of her Lifetimes Tour stops.

In November, he made headlines for jumping the barricade at the Singapore premiere of Wicked: For Good and charging headfirst toward Grande — who is good friends with Gaga and has collaborated with her on the Billboard Hot 100 chart-topper “Rain on Me.” Wen was quickly pinned to the floor and escorted off the premises by security personnel, but only after he made contact with the singer-actress by wrapping an arm around her neck and grabbing hold of her shoulder. Cynthia Erivo was the first person to interfere, with videos capturing her prying Wen off her castmate.

In the aftermath, Wen was sentenced to nine days in Singapore jail, after which he was banned from ever returning to the Asian city-state.


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