Briefly: Enrique Iglesias, P. Diddy, Dolly Parton, Missy Elliott, Jim Boggia

Latin heartthrob Enrique Iglesias issues a new English-language album, titled "Seven," on Nov. 25.

Iglesias co-wrote and co-produced all of the songs on the album. The set, led by the recently released single "Addicted," is the follow-up to 2001's "Escape."

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Rap mogul Sean "P. Diddy " Combs finished the New York City Marathon in just under four hours and 15 minutes on Sunday (11/3). His run--the first marathon he's attempted--raised $2 million for New York City public schools and for charity.

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Dolly Parton will be honored as a BMI ICON for her "unique and indelible influence on generations of music makers" during a special tribute at the 51st annual BMI Country Awards on Nov. 4.

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Missy Elliott has signed on as the national spokesperson for Break the Cycle, a non-profit organization that works proactively with youth to end domestic violence.

According to a press release, "she has made a commitment to take a stand against domestic violence by leading a $5 million national campaign to raise funds and awareness" for the organization.

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Michelle Branch has invited unsigned singer-songwriter Jim Boggia to open 10 shows on her upcoming tour, according to Boggia's publicist.

"Jim is simply an amazingly talented artist and I am happy to have him on tour with me," Branch said in a statement. "I am certain that he will win over a lot of new fans."

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