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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs gets 4 years in prison for case involving sex workers, violence and ‘freak-offs’

NEW YORK (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs has been sentenced to over four years in prison for transporting people across state lines for sexual encounters. The judge's decision on Friday caps a federal case involving harrowing testimony against the hip-hop mogul. The 55-year-old Combs has already served a year in jail, meaning he could be released in about three years. He was also fined $500,000. In July, a jury convicted Combs of flying people around the country for drug-fueled sexual encounters. He was acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering charges. Shortly before sentencing, Combs apologized for his actions, calling them “disgusting” and “shameful.”

Nectar's, the Vermont venue that launched Phish, closes on a quiet note after 50 years

BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — The iconic Vermont venue known for launching the jam band Phish and fostering a variety of music and musicians has closed its doors after 50 years. Nectar's said in June that it was taking a summer pause due to challenges in downtown Burlington. But weeks later, it announced that it wouldn't reopen at all, citing economic struggles and downtown construction as contributing factors. The club hosted many artists and was famous for its regular music series. Community members say its absence leaves a significant gap in Burlington's music scene.

Czech author and anti-communist dissident Ivan Klíma dies at 94

PRAGUE (AP) — Ivan Klima, a Czech author and anti-communist dissident whose work and life were shaped by Europe’s 20th-century totalitarian regimes, has died. He was 94. A prolific author, Klima published novels, plays, short story collections and essays as well as children’s books, becoming an internationally known writer whose works were translated into more than 30 languages. Klima belonged to a group of talented writers — including Milan Kundera, Pavel Kohout and Ludvik Vaculík — who turned to communism with high hopes after the war only to be bitterly disappointed by its totalitarian nature and its ruthless liquidation of opponents.

Judge remains undecided on treatment plan for man charged with stalking Jennifer Aniston

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A Los Angeles judge remained undecided in a hearing Friday on treatment plan for a man charged with stalking Jennifer Aniston and ramming his car into her home. Jimmy Wayne Carwyle from Mississippi pleaded not guilty to felony stalking and vandalism but was found not competent to stand trial. Aniston’s lawyer spoke on her behalf for the first time, detailing two years of Carwyle’s harassment and various failed attempts to make physical contact. The judge said she leaned toward sending Carwyle to a mental health treatment alternative to imprisonment but requested another hearing later this month to hear from a mental health professional.

Tyrese Gibson booked into Georgia jail and released on bond following cruelty to animal charge

Police said Tyrese Gibson was booked into a Georgia jail early Friday, a week after he failed to turn himself in following an arrest warrant for cruelty to animals. Fulton County Police Captain Nicole Dwyer says Gibson was released the same day on a $20,000 bond. She says he has still not turned over his four Cane Corso dogs, who authorities say killed a neighbor’s small dog in mid-September and had roamed the neighborhood unsupervised at various times over the past few months. Gabe Banks, the actor’s lawyer, had previously wrote to the AP that the actor wasn’t home when the incident took place and “immediately made the difficult decision to rehome his dogs to a safe and loving environment.”

Music Review: On Taylor Swift’s 'The Life of a Showgirl,' love and reputation are on the line

Taylor Swift's 12th album, "The Life of a Showgirl," shows she's still at the top of the cultural mainstream. The album released Friday features upbeat pop tracks and a return to the fold of Swedish producers Max Martin and Shellback. Swift isn't ready to past the baton to younger performers. She isn't opposed to sharing it, though, recruiting Sabrina Carpenter for the album's lone feature. The album's themes explore fame, perception, love and Travis Kelce's podcast with witty lyrics and catchy hooks. Swift's dense vocabulary shines, though sometimes it feels a bit too much. Overall, the album captures the glitz and glamour of her "Eras Tour" with humor and humanity.

From tequila cocktails to themed pop-ups, Taylor Swift fans celebrate 'The Life of a Showgirl'

Taylor Swift fans around the world are celebrating her latest album release, “The Life of a Showgirl.” The album, her 12th studio offering, dropped Friday. Fans, known as Swifties, gathered in cities like Mexico City and Los Angeles, many dressed in orange to mark the occasion. In Mexico City, a watch party featured Swift-themed cocktails. In Los Angeles, fans lined up at midnight to buy the album on vinyl and CD. Special screenings of “The Official Release Party of a Showgirl” in select theaters allowed fans to sing and dance. Swift's new album is described as experimental and upbeat.

Decoding Taylor Swift’s 'The Life of a Showgirl': A guide to her references

NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," is packed with Easter eggs for fans to decode. Her 12th studio album offers clever clues and references to her public life and discography. Some are opaque, sparking fan theories, while others are more explicit. Lyrics mention places like Portofino and Paris, and nod to her engagement to Travis Kelce. Songs reference her past, including her teenage years in Tennessee and friendships. The album's physical variants, like "summertime spritz pink shimmer" vinyl, also tie into the lyrics.