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Spotify co-CEO Alex Norström defends the company’s expansion into AI-generated music, arguing that “controlled” products are superior to unregulated AI “slop” — Streaming app strikes deal…
Ukraine confirms shutdown of Russian Syzran refinery and reports new strikes
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Quad To Launch Fuel Security Forum To Protect Energy Flow In Indo-Pacific
The four nations announced the creation of a Quad Fuel Security Forum – a high-level coordination body designed to facilitate crisis response, policy alignment, and market analysis during periods of acute energy stress.
Iran switches World Cup base camp to Mexico, as Washington closes door on squad
Iran’s base camp for the 2026 World Cup was on Tuesday switched from the United States to Mexico, after US authorities refused to host the squad for the tournament, which starts on 11 June in Mexico City.
‘I was actually depressed’: France tries to deport immigrant students
In an impoverished Parisian suburb, some young people are being ordered to leave when they graduate from high school.
Car swept away by floodwater after bridge collapses in China
Car swept away by floodwater after bridge collapses in China
New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
Peter Murrell told jeweller ‘I’m the man with the money’ – reports
Peter Murrell has pleaded guilty to embezzlement.
Court of appeal to review rape sentences of three teenage boys
Keir Starmer announces review after boys were given non-custodial sentences for rape of two girlsThe court of appeal will review the non-custodial sentences given to three teenage boys for the rape of two girls, Keir Starmer has announced.The boys, two…
Pakistan and China reach ‘new broad consensus’ on boosting ties
A joint statement says the countries aim to boost the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and develop Gwadar port.