Family Reported Accused CEO Killer Missing Weeks Before Arrest
The family of Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, had reported him missing weeks before the incident and helped identify him from surveillance footage, according to law enforcement sources. Mangione, 26, is charged with second-degree murder for the targeted shooting of Thompson in New York City. The attack, believed to be motivated by Thompson’s role in the h...
20m Dec 17, 2024
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Jay-Z, Diddy Deny Sexual Assault Allegations as Accuser Admits Inconsistencies
Jay-Z and Sean “Diddy” Combs are pushing back against serious allegations of sexual assault made by a woman who claims the two attacked her when she was 13 at an after-party for the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards. The woman, whose identity has not been revealed, admitted to inconsistencies in her story, though she stands by her allegations. The woman alleged she was driven from Rochester, New Yor...
11m Dec 17, 2024
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Sean "Diddy" Combs Secures Legal Access to Laptop Amid Sex Crime Charges
Sean "Diddy" Combs has been granted access to a laptop in jail to review discovery materials as he prepares for his trial on federal sex crime charges. The decision comes after Judge Arun Subramanian denied Combs' bail for the third time, citing concerns about potential witness tampering. Defense attorneys advocated for Combs’ access to the laptop following the bail denial. On Thursday, Subram...
16m Dec 16, 2024
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Prosecutors Defend Evidence in Bryan Kohberger Case, Urge Judge to Deny Defense Motion
Prosecutors leading the case against Bryan Kohberger are contesting defense claims that investigators overstepped in gathering evidence. In court filings, they assert that searches of Kohberger’s property and digital accounts were lawful and necessary, urging the judge to deny defense motions to exclude evidence. Kohberger, a former criminology Ph.D. student at Washington State University, fac...
12m Dec 16, 2024
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Appeal Raises New Questions in Alex Murdaugh Murder Convictions
Alex Murdaugh’s defense team has filed a 132-page appeal to the South Carolina Supreme Court, seeking to overturn his convictions for the 2021 murders of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul. Central to the appeal are allegations of misconduct by court clerk Becky Hill and claims that the trial judge erred in allowing evidence of Murdaugh’s financial crimes to be presented to the jury. The disgrace...
16m Dec 13, 2024
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Former Kentucky Sheriff Claims Judge Operated Brothel Amid Murder Trial
The high-profile murder trial of former Kentucky sheriff Shawn Stines has taken a shocking turn as his defense team builds a case alleging that slain U.S. District Judge Kevin Mullins was involved in illicit activities within his chambers. Stines, who was charged with fatally shooting Mullins in his chambers, claims the killing was tied to revelations of corruption and misconduct. The accusati...
11m Dec 13, 2024
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Donna Adelson Returns to Court with New Legal Team, Trial Proposed for June
Donna Adelson, accused of orchestrating the 2014 murder-for-hire of Florida State University law professor Dan Markel, appeared in court with her new defense team after her trial was delayed by conflict-of-interest issues. The appearance marked her first since a September postponement of the high-profile case. Accompanied by her new attorneys, former Circuit Judge Jackie Fulford and Tallahasse...
7m Dec 12, 2024
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs Faces Sexual Assault Allegation from Former Security Worker
A man accusing music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual assault has spoken out for the first time, detailing the alleged events from one of Combs' exclusive White Parties in East Hampton, New York. The man, referred to as "John Doe," shared his story anonymously with CNN, describing the alleged 2007 incident that has profoundly impacted his life. “The full gravity of it lives with me to this d...
20m Dec 12, 2024
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Scott Peterson’s Bid for Freedom: Judge Dismisses Motion to Seal Case Proceedings
Scott Peterson, convicted in 2004 of murdering his pregnant wife Laci Peterson and their unborn son Conner, made a virtual court appearance in his ongoing efforts to overturn his convictions. Peterson joined the San Mateo County Superior Court hearing remotely from Mule Creek State Prison, where he is serving a life sentence without parole. The Los Angeles Innocence Project, which began repres...
15m Dec 11, 2024
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Retrial for Karen Read Delayed as Court Reviews Evidence and Expert Testimony
The retrial of Karen Read, accused of killing her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, has been delayed following a joint motion from both the defense and prosecution. The delay, granted by Judge Beverly Cannone, allows additional time for both sides to prepare as they navigate disputes over key evidence and expert testimony. Read, 44, is charged with second-degree murder and related...
13m Dec 11, 2024
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Man Questioned in Slaying of UnitedHealthcare CEO Linked to Anti-Capitalist Ideologies
A 26-year-old tech whiz and Ivy League graduate is being questioned in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot outside the New York Hilton Midtown last week in what authorities describe as a calculated and targeted attack. Luigi Mangione, of Towson, Maryland, was detained Monday morning at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Law enforcement sources say he was apprehe...
12m Dec 10, 2024
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Jay-Z Denies Rape Allegation in Amended Lawsuit Naming Him and Sean "Diddy" Combs
Jay-Z, the iconic rapper and entrepreneur, has strongly denied allegations in an amended lawsuit claiming that he, along with Sean "Diddy" Combs, drugged and raped a 13-year-old girl at a party in 2000. The lawsuit, filed under New York's Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Act, alleges the assault took place at a party following the MTV Video Music Awards in New York. The accuser,...
14m Dec 10, 2024
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Kentucky Judge Allegedly Tied to Sex-for-Favors Scandal; Former Sheriff Charged in His Murder
New allegations have surfaced linking the late District Judge Kevin Mullins to a sex-for-favors scandal following his murder in September. Former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. "Mickey" Stines, accused of fatally shooting Mullins in his courthouse chambers, has pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and murder of a public official. Audio recordings obtained by NewsNation suggest Mullins may ...
12m Dec 09, 2024
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Diddy’s Lawyers Accuse Prosecutors of Spying on Jail Communications
Diddy’s Lawyers Accuse Prosecutors of Spying on Jail Communications Sean "Diddy" Combs’ legal team has filed a new motion accusing federal prosecutors of spying on the music mogul during his detention at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn. Combs, who is facing charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution, has been in custody since his S...
8m Dec 09, 2024
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New Details Emerge in Sandra Birchmore Case: Former Stoughton Officer Allegedly Exploited Relationship While on Duty
Three months after former Stoughton police officer Matthew Farwell's arrest in connection with the alleged murder of Sandra Birchmore, newly uncovered documents shed light on his relationship with the 23-year-old and the events leading to her death. The revelations come from a Freedom of Information Act request that granted access to email records and an FBI affidavit by State Police Lieutenant...
9m Dec 06, 2024
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Christian Combs Served Legal Papers at Diddy's Miami Mansion Amid Assault Allegations
Christian Combs, the 26-year-old son of music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs, was recently served with legal papers in connection to a lawsuit filed against him by Grace O'Marcaigh, who alleges assault, battery, sexual assault, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. The legal paperwork was reportedly delivered to Diddy's Miami mansion, where Christian was staying. According to court docum...
9m Dec 05, 2024
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Lori Vallow Ruled Competent to Stand Trial for Ex-Husband’s Death
An Arizona judge has ruled that Lori Vallow, the so-called "Doomsday Mom," is mentally competent to stand trial for the murder of her ex-husband. This decision comes after a series of competency evaluations and months of legal back-and-forth. Vallow, who was convicted in Idaho last year for the deaths of her two children, Tylee and JJ, as well as for her involvement in the death of Tammy Daybe...
14m Dec 05, 2024
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Ted Bundy’s Former Attorney Draws Parallels to Bryan Kohberger’s Case, Discusses Defense Strategy
A former defense attorney for Ted Bundy, John Henry Browne, has drawn intriguing parallels between the notorious serial killer’s final actions and the charges against Bryan Kohberger, the suspect in the University of Idaho student murders. Browne, who represented Bundy during his trial, pointed out striking similarities in the actions of both men, particularly in the context of state lines, the...
16m Dec 05, 2024
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Former Ballerina Sentenced to 20 Years for Manslaughter in 'Black Swan Murder' Case
A Manatee County judge sentenced Ashley Benefield to 20 years in prison after she was found guilty of manslaughter for the 2020 shooting death of her husband, Doug Benefield. The case, widely known as the "Black Swan murder" trial, captured national attention due to its complex nature and the high-profile background of the defendant, a former ballerina. The jury convicted Ashley Benefield in J...
11m Dec 04, 2024
11m
Trial Date Set for Brian Walshe in Wife's Disappearance and Murder Case
A trial date has been set for Brian Walshe, the 48-year-old man accused of killing his wife, Ana, and dismembering her body in early 2023. Judge Diana Freniere, newly assigned to oversee the case, confirmed that jury selection will begin on October 20, 2025, and the trial will last approximately three to four weeks. Brian Walshe has been in custody without bail since January 18, 2023, when he ...
18m Dec 04, 2024
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New Witness Revealed in Kouri Richins Murder Case, but Dies Before Testifying
A new twist has emerged in the case against Kouri Richins, the Utah mother accused of fatally poisoning her husband, Eric Richins. The investigation into Eric's death, which revealed a lethal dose of fentanyl in his system, has now introduced a key witness, though he will never take the stand due to his sudden death in a motorcycle accident. William Hayden Jeffs, a 35-year-old handyman, was re...
9m Dec 03, 2024
9m
Florida Woman Sentenced to Life in Prison for Suffocating Boyfriend in Suitcase
Sarah Boone, 47, has been sentenced to life in prison for the second-degree murder of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres Jr., 42, who suffocated in a suitcase inside their Winter Park apartment. Boone was convicted after a trial that revealed chilling details about the fatal incident, which occurred on February 24, 2020. Boone had claimed that she and Torres were playing a drunken game of hide-and-se...
9m Dec 03, 2024
9m
Judge Criticizes Bryan Kohberger Defense for "Largely Irrelevant" Submissions
The defense team for Bryan Kohberger, the 29-year-old accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, faced sharp criticism from the presiding judge after submitting more than 2,000 pages of exhibits that were deemed "largely irrelevant." Kohberger is charged with four counts of first-degree murder and one count of felony burglary in connection with the fatal stabbings of Madison...
11m Dec 02, 2024
11m
Karen Read Faces New Challenges in Court as Prosecution Seeks More Evidence
Karen Read, who is set to face a retrial in January on charges related to the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe, returned to court for a contentious motions hearing. Prosecutors are seeking additional evidence to bolster their case, including Read’s parents’ phone records. Special Prosecutor Hank Brennan argued that the phone calls Read made to her parents shortly afte...
11m Dec 02, 2024
11m
Guilty From The Grave: 1974 Murder Solved-2024 REVIEW
The decades-old mystery surrounding the death of a woman found nearly decapitated in Provincetown has finally been solved. Investigators have officially closed the case of the woman, known for nearly 50 years as the "Lady of the Dunes," after identifying her as Ruth Marie Terry and naming her husband, Guy Muldavin, as the suspect in her murder.  In a significant breakthrough made in October 20...
8m Nov 29, 2024
8m
Alleged Diddy Sex Tape Featuring A-List Celebrity Creates Outrage as Legal Troubles Mount-2024 REVIEW
An alleged sex tape featuring Sean "Diddy" Combs and a male A-list celebrity has reportedly resurfaced, creating a wave of outrage and emotional distress for those involved. Multiple sources have confirmed that the tape, which allegedly shows Combs and a younger male engaging in sexual acts, is being circulated among media outlets, though no one has purchased the footage due to legal concerns. ...
11m Nov 29, 2024
11m
Stephan Sterns' Suspicious Behavior, Secret Photos Uncovered in Madeline Soto Murder Case-2024 REVIEW
New details have emerged in the case of Stephan Sterns, accused of murdering 13-year-old Madeline "Maddie" Soto. A recent interview with a female roommate, who shared the house with Maddie and her mother Jenn Soto, sheds light on Sterns' odd behavior in the days leading up to Maddie's disappearance, according to audio obtained by FOX 35. The roommate described the relationship between Maddie a...
11m Nov 28, 2024
11m
Former Disney Employee Accused of Hacking Menus, Manipulating Allergen Notifications-2024 REVIEW
A former menu production manager at Walt Disney World faces federal charges after allegedly hacking the company’s servers following his termination. According to a federal criminal complaint, the fired worker manipulated menu settings, changing prices, inserting profanity, and altering notifications that marked certain menu items as safe for individuals with allergies. Disney officials said th...
14m Nov 28, 2024
14m
Kentucky Sheriff’s Defense Seeks Reduced Charges, Citing 'Crime of Passion' in Judge’s Killing-REPLAY EPISODE
Former Letcher County Sheriff Shawn Stines, accused of fatally shooting District Judge Kevin Mullins in a shocking courthouse incident, is seeking to have his charges reduced from murder to manslaughter. Stines’ defense attorney, Jeremy Bartley, argued that the killing was a “crime of passion,” carried out during an “extreme emotional disturbance” and thus warrants a lesser charge. “It was not...
9m Nov 27, 2024
9m
Police Certification Revoked for Twin of Former Officer Charged in Sandra Birchmore's Death
The Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Commission has revoked the police certification of William Farwell, a former Stoughton officer, following his involvement in the Sandra Birchmore case. William is the twin brother of Matthew Farwell, who has been charged with Birchmore's murder. William agreed to voluntarily give up his certification as a law enforcement officer in Massachusetts...
11m Nov 27, 2024
11m
Moab Police Cleared in Gabby Petito Lawsuit, Family Vows to Appeal
A Utah judge ruled in favor of the Moab Police Department in a lawsuit brought by Gabby Petito's family, citing the Government Immunity Act of Utah as the basis for his decision. The lawsuit stemmed from the department’s handling of a domestic violence incident two weeks before Petito’s murder by her boyfriend, Brian Laundrie. Petito’s tragic death in August 2021 gained widespread attention wh...
13m Nov 26, 2024
13m
Menendez Brothers’ Resentencing Bid Delayed as Family Testifies About Abuse
Lyle and Erik Menendez, who were convicted of murdering their parents, José and Kitty Menendez, in 1989, made an audio appearance in a Los Angeles courtroom as their aunts urged a judge to consider their release. The brothers, now in their 50s, are serving life sentences without parole for the killings. Los Angeles County Judge Michael Jesic postponed further action on the case, moving a plann...
10m Nov 26, 2024
10m
Daybell Trial Week Six-Intimate Texts and Malachite Searches Take Center Stage-2024 Year in Review
This is the " The Year in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this year's most compelling headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that have dominated the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens...
11m Nov 25, 2024
11m
DAYBELL READING 1 CHAPTER 1-2024 Year in Review
This is the " The Year in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this year's most compelling headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that have dominated the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens...
15m Nov 25, 2024
15m
Estranged Wife of Gilgo Beach Suspect Leaves Longtime Home for Fresh Start
The Massapequa Park home of alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann will soon stand empty as his estranged wife, Asa Ellerup, prepares to relocate. Ellerup, whose 30-year attachment to the house was shattered by its connection to the investigation, has decided to move to South Carolina to begin a new chapter. Her attorney, Robert Macedonio, explained Ellerup’s reasoning, stating, “To s...
11m Nov 25, 2024
11m
Minnesota Mother Sentenced to 22 Years for Killing Disabled Daughter
A Minnesota mother has been sentenced to 22 years in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the death of her 13-year-old disabled daughter. Elise C. Nelson admitted to turning off her daughter Kylie Larson’s oxygen-monitoring device and allowing the child to die while heavily intoxicated. Stearns County District Court Judge Heidi E. Schultz handed down the 22-year (261 months)...
9m Nov 25, 2024
9m
"Test the DNA": JonBenét Ramsey's Father Pleads for Action Nearly 30 Years After Daughter’s Murder
John Ramsey, father of murdered child beauty queen JonBenét Ramsey, believes the answer to solving her 1996 murder lies in untested DNA evidence. However, he says Boulder Police are unwilling to allow the necessary testing to move forward. “We're begging the police to engage,” the 80-year-old tells *PEOPLE*. “There are cutting-edge DNA labs that want to help and who believe they can move the c...
9m Nov 22, 2024
9m
Idaho Judge Rules Bryan Kohberger Can Face Death Penalty in 2022 Student Murders Case
Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, will face the possibility of the death penalty if convicted, according to a recent ruling by Ada County Judge Steven Hippler. Kohberger’s defense team had argued to exclude the death penalty as a potential sentence, but their motions were denied. The judge’s decision, made as part of a written ruling, allows...
12m Nov 22, 2024
12m
Diddy Fights to Appear Unshackled in Court as Legal Troubles Mount
Sean "Diddy" Combs has filed a request through his attorney to appear unshackled during court proceedings. The motion, submitted late on Monday, Nov. 18, argues that shackling the music mogul creates risks of juror bias and hampers his ability to communicate with his defense team. “We write on behalf of our client, Mr. Sean Combs, to respectfully request that the Court direct the United States...
14m Nov 21, 2024
14m
Susan Smith Denied Parole 30 Years After Drowning Her Two Sons
Susan Smith, the South Carolina mother convicted of murdering her two sons in 1994, was denied parole on Wednesday, Nov. 20, after appearing before the South Carolina parole board. The denial comes nearly three decades after Smith drove her car into a lake with her children, Michael (3) and Alex (14 months), strapped inside, a crime that shocked the nation. Smith, now 53, appeared via videocon...
11m Nov 21, 2024
11m
Tennessee Family Devastated After Deputy Shoots and Kills Seven Dogs
A Tennessee family is reeling from a tragic incident in which seven of their beloved dogs were shot and killed by a sheriff’s deputy while the family was out for dinner. Kevin Dismuke and his wife left their McNairy County home for an evening out but returned to devastating news. "She said, ‘Poe is dead,’” Dismuke recalled his wife telling him, referring to one of their dogs. When he got back ...
10m Nov 20, 2024
10m
Prosecutors Allege Sean 'Diddy' Combs Tried to Tamper with Witnesses, Influence Jurors from Jail
Federal prosecutors are urging a judge not to grant Sean "Diddy" Combs bail, accusing the music mogul of witness tampering and attempting to influence potential jurors from his cell in the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. Combs, the founder of Bad Boy Records, faces serious charges, including sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation for the purpose of engaging in prostitution...
12m Nov 20, 2024
12m
Incoming Los Angeles DA Nathan Hochman Warns Against Misinformation in Menendez Brothers Case
Nathan Hochman, the incoming Los Angeles District Attorney, is preparing to take on the complex case of Erik and Lyle Menendez, whose 1989 conviction for murdering their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, in Beverly Hills has reignited public interest. This surge in attention has been fueled by Netflix’s dramatized series *Monsters* and its accompanying documentary, featuring the brothers speaki...
12m Nov 19, 2024
12m
Man Found Dead in Tanning Bed at Indianapolis Planet Fitness; Investigation Ongoing
Indianapolis police are investigating the death of a man found inside a tanning bed at a Planet Fitness gym three days after he entered. The Marion County Coroner’s Office identified the deceased as 39-year-old Derek Sink. The tragic discovery has left many unanswered questions and prompted scrutiny over the incident. On Monday morning, just before 8:30 a.m., the Indianapolis Metropolitan Poli...
8m Nov 19, 2024
8m
The Infamous Kouri Richins TV Interview Before Her Arrest For Murder
Kouri Richins, a Utah-based author and mother of three, has been charged with aggravated murder and possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute in connection to her husband, Eric Richins' death in 2022. Family members voiced suspicions about Kouri's involvement in Eric's death, noting that he had feared she might harm him. According to court documents, Eric became ill on mult...
21m Nov 18, 2024
21m
Formal Discipline for Canton Police Officer Kevin Albert Kept Confidential Amid Ongoing Investigations
The town of Canton, Massachusetts, has formally disciplined Detective Kevin Albert following an investigation into his actions during a night of drinking with Massachusetts State Police Trooper Michael Proctor in 2022. The allegations emerged during the Karen Read trial, in which Proctor served as the lead investigator. Despite the decision to discipline Albert, the exact nature of his punishme...
14m Nov 18, 2024
14m
Lori Vallow Daybell Refuses Court Transport, Delays Arizona Competency Hearing
Lori Vallow Daybell, convicted in Idaho of murdering her two children and now facing charges in Arizona, caused a significant delay in her legal proceedings when she refused to be transported to court for a Rule 11 competency hearing. The hearing was scheduled to assess her mental fitness for trial in connection to the death of her ex-husband, Charles Vallow, and an attempted murder charge invo...
12m Nov 15, 2024
12m
Human Head Washes Ashore at Popular Tourist Beach in Florida
A grim discovery was made Tuesday morning when a human head, believed to belong to an adult male, washed ashore on Key Biscayne, a popular tourist spot in South Florida. A beach worker found the remains around 8:36 a.m. and quickly alerted the Key Biscayne Police Department. Upon arrival, officers determined that the object was indeed a human head and notified the Miami-Dade Police Department ...
8m Nov 15, 2024
8m
Utah Judge Denies Bail for Children’s Author Accused of Killing Husband with Fentanyl
Kouri Richins, a Utah children's book author accused of fatally poisoning her husband with fentanyl in 2022, will remain behind bars after a judge denied her bail request. Richins, who wrote a book on coping with grief called *Are You With Me?* following her husband’s death, faces charges of aggravated murder and attempted murder. During a hearing in Utah’s 3rd District Court, Judge Richard Mr...
7m Nov 14, 2024
7m
Sean "Diddy" Combs Denies Allegations of Minors at Infamous Party, Calls Claims ‘Pure Fiction’
Sean “Diddy” Combs has firmly denied allegations that minors were present at one of his notorious “freak-off” parties, calling the claims baseless and part of a growing campaign of false accusations against him. The latest allegations emerged after Tanea Wallace appeared in the documentary *The Downfall of Diddy: Inside the Freak Offs*, where she recounted attending one of the music mogul’s pa...
8m Nov 14, 2024
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