Quincy Jones, one of the most influential figures in music history, has passed away at the age of 91. A renowned producer, composer, and musician, Jones shaped the sound of jazz, pop, and R&B across decades. His collaborations with artists like Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and Aretha Franklin have left an indelible mark on the music industry. Jones' innovative approach to production and his ability to blend genres made him a towering figure whose legacy continues to inspire musicians today. His death marks the end of an era in music history.
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iHeartRadio Bans AI-Generated Music and Voices Under New “Guaranteed Human” Policy
Leading U.S. radio network iHeartRadio announced Tuesday that it will no longer air AI-generated music or use synthetic voices in its broadcasts, calling the move a commitment to authenticity. Under the new initiative, dubbed “Guaranteed Human,” on-air DJs must include the declaration “Guaranteed Human” in their hourly legal station identification to confirm that listeners are hearing real people—not AI-created voices. This ban will have an immediate impact on Timbaland’s AI artist TaTa and Ha
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‘Not Like Us’ Closes 2025 as Apple Music’s Top Rap Track
More than a year after its debut, Kendrick Lamar’s blistering diss track aimed at Drake, “Not Like Us,” is still shaping the musical landscape. Apple Music has named it the platform’s most-streamed rap song worldwide for 2025. This recognition makes it the first hip-hop single to claim the title two years in a row. The achievement speaks to the song’s staying power and the way it has lodged itself firmly in the broader cultural conversation. In the world of rap, Lamar’s influence cannot be und
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Trump Receives FIFA's First Peace Prize at World Cup Draw
U.S. President Donald Trump was awarded the new FIFA peace prize on Friday at the 2026 World Cup draw -- giving the soccer spectacle to set matchups for the quadrennial tournament even more of a Trumpian flair. Trump, who has openly campaigned for the Nobel Peace Prize, had been heavily favored to win the newly created FIFA prize. He and FIFA president Gianni Infantino are close allies, and Infantino had made it clear that he thought Trump should have won the Nobel for his efforts to broker a c
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Michael Jordan’s Sons Fire Back at Kevin Hart Over Netflix Jokes
Kevin Hart’s new Netflix special Acting My Age sparked reactions on December 5 after Marcus and Jeffrey Jordan responded to the comedian’s bold jokes about their father, NBA legend Michael Jordan. Hart’s routine included a full segment on MJ’s much-discussed fashion choices, calling him “a horrible dresser” and torching his oversized denim. “Some of the worst jeans I’ve ever seen in my life have been worn by Michael Jordan,” Hart joked, claiming the pockets were so big “you can put a Dell comp
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Biggie’s Estate Denies Claims Diddy Charged for His Funeral
A new claim from the Netflix docuseries Sean Combs: The Reckoning is drawing attention for how it portrays the events surrounding The Notorious B.I.G.’s funeral. In the series, Kirk Burrowes alleges that Sean “Diddy” Combs initially promised to cover the costs of the service, but ultimately pushed the expense onto Biggie’s estate. Burrowes describes the moment in detail, saying, “Sean said, ‘We’re gonna do the biggest funeral for Biggie that New York has ever seen.’” He claims the enthusiasm sh
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Meta Starts Removing Under-16s from Social Media Platforms in Australia
Tech giant Meta said Thursday it is starting to remove under-16s in Australia from Instagram, Threads and Facebook ahead of the country’s world-first youth social media ban. Australia is requiring major online platforms, also including TikTok and YouTube, to block underage users by December 10, when the new law comes into force. Companies face fines of Aus$49.5 million (US$32 million) if they fail to take “reasonable steps” to comply. “While we are working hard to remove all users who we unde
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