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GoldLink Talks 'Diaspora' And The Global Future Of Music

"If you want to make a diaspora of things, you need to reach to a diaspora of people," GoldLink says. Josh Brasted/Getty Images hide caption

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GoldLink Talks 'Diaspora' And The Global Future Of Music

GoldLink joined All Songs Considered from the BBC in London to discuss his latest album, Diaspora, rapid gentrification in D.C. and what he's learned about the universal black experience.

GoldLink Talks 'Diaspora' And The Global Future Of Music

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R. Kelly Faces First Federal Charges

Singer-songwriter R. Kelly is in federal custody, following his arrest Thursday in Chicago. He faces federal charges of child pornography and transporting women and girls across state lines for sex.

R. Kelly Faces First Federal Charges

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Barbie's Homage To David Bowie, 50 Years After 'Space Oddity'

To honor the anniversary, Mattel has come out with a Bowie Barbie that channels the pop icon's alter ego Ziggy Stardust. She's got the red mullet, gold makeup and the iconic metallic spacesuit.

Barbie's Homage To David Bowie, 50 Years After 'Space Oddity'

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Federal Charges Escalate Sex Abuse Case Against Singer R. Kelly

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Federal agents have arrested singer R Kelly on a 13-count indictment, including possessing child pornography. Kelly was already under indictment in Illinois on state charges.

Federal Charges Escalate Sex Abuse Case Against Singer R. Kelly

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R. Kelly Arrested On Federal Charges, Including Child Pornography And Kidnapping

This June photo of R. Kelly shows him departing a courtroom in Chicago in a case related to a state sexual abuse case. On Thursday, federal prosecutors said an additional criminal prosecution against Kelly has been launched. Amr Alfiky/AP hide caption

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R. Kelly Arrested On Federal Charges, Including Child Pornography And Kidnapping

Kelly was arrested Thursday evening in Chicago and charged with 13 federal counts. On Friday morning, prosecutors in New York's Eastern District unsealed five other counts, including racketeering.

A Cup Of Ambition And Endurance: '9 To 5' Unites Workers Across Decades

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A Cup Of Ambition And Endurance: '9 To 5' Unites Workers Across Decades

Dolly Parton's classic singalong aims a catchy beat at a serious point, listing the ways the daily grind exploits and exhausts people — some more than others.

A Cup Of Ambition And Endurance: '9 To 5' Unites Workers Across Decades

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Once A Symbol Of Freedom, Sudan's Pop Radio Station Has Fallen Almost Silent

"I'm trying to keep hope, because everyone is leaving, bro," says Ahmad Hikmat, Content Director of Capital FM in Khartoum. "I am losing my team one by one." Yasuyoshi Chiba/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Once A Symbol Of Freedom, Sudan's Pop Radio Station Has Fallen Almost Silent

Sudan's revolution ushered in an explosion of culture. But the military crackdown has nearly muted the most popular pop radio station. A once-vibrant cultural space is now struggling for survival.

Once A Symbol Of Freedom, Sudan's Pop Radio Station Has Fallen Almost Silent

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Nicki Minaj Cancels Saudi Arabia Performance, Citing Human Rights Concerns

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Nicki Minaj Cancels Saudi Arabia Performance, Citing Human Rights Concerns

Following heated criticism from human rights groups, Nicki Minaj has pulled out of a music festival in Saudi Arabia that she was scheduled to headline on July 18.

Nicki Minaj Cancels Saudi Arabia Performance, Citing Human Rights Concerns

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Singer Patti LaBelle Gets Her Own Street In Philadelphia

Part of Broad Street is now Patti LaBelle Way. But the new signs have the name a little wrong. The B in LaBelle should be capitalized but it isn't.

Singer Patti LaBelle Gets Her Own Street In Philadelphia

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