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“I would hope that whoever told you that you are ugly is not anyone you would call a friend.” Evanescence’s Amy Lee shares some beautiful advice with a fan – and explains why “being an Instagram star” is not the important part of making art
Evanescence frontwoman Amy Lee has offered heartfelt advice to a fan who was discouraged from pursuing a music career after being called “ugly”. The exchange took place during a Guardian interview series in which the singer answers questions submitted by fans, and it touches on wider concerns about the music industry’s emphasis on looks over…
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I worked at OpenAI. Here’s how tech companies can prepare for a slowdown | Miles Brundage
A former OpenAI employee, Miles Brundage, argues that AI firms should voluntarily prepare for a possible slowdown in development, warning that competitive pressure is pushing companies to race ahead despite serious safety risks. The piece follows a letter signed by more than a thousand staff at frontier AI companies urging the US government to help…
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle’s UK return signals ‘spectacular defeat’ as royal experts warn of William showdown
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly planning to move back to the UK with their children, six years after stepping back from royal duties in a departure widely dubbed “Megxit”. Royal experts told Fox News Digital that such a return could be seen as a “spectacular defeat” for the couple, undermining the narrative of…
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The inside story of how Trabzonspor pulled off Salah deal
Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has revealed how the Turkish club persuaded Mohamed Salah to join, describing the move as a coup built on the passion of the club’s supporters rather than sporting pedigree. Salah signed a two-year deal and was unveiled in front of 35,000 fans at Papara Park, with Dogan arguing that the Black…
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Beabadoobee shares “one of the happiest songs on the new album” ‘Memories’
Beabadoobee has released ‘Memories’, a new single from her upcoming fourth studio album ‘Pylon’, which she has described as one of the happiest-sounding tracks on the record despite its bittersweet, nostalgic lyrics. The release builds anticipation ahead of the album’s arrival next month and follows her acclaimed 2024 album ‘This Is How Tomorrow Moves’. Built…
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Amid intense backlash, people are vandalizing Flock surveillance cameras
In dozens of states around the country, people are vandalizing, blocking and taking down Flock cameras. The surge in this type of activity underscores the growing resistance to this police surveillance technology.
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Morning news brief
Trump threatens economic pressure campaign against Iran, SCOTUS to weigh in on whether Trump’s ballroom project, investors dump stocks and bonds despite government’s efforts to calm market.
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Jacob Elordi Ducks James Bond Question at London World Premiere of Ridley Scott’s ‘The Dog Stars’ When Asked if He’s Been Auditioning: ‘I’m Here on Holiday’
Actor Jacob Elordi attended the London world premiere of Ridley Scott’s post-apocalyptic drama “The Dog Stars” in Leicester Square, drawing loud fan attention as speculation continues over whether he will be cast as the next James Bond. Asked directly by Variety whether he had been auditioning for the role, Elordi sidestepped the question, simply saying…
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Leon Bridges Shares Four Brand New Songs From ‘Happiness Anytime’
Texan soul artist Leon Bridges has released four new songs from his upcoming album ‘Happiness Anytime’, continuing his approach of releasing the record in stages ahead of its full launch. The tracks showcase a range of moods, reflecting the singer’s characteristically upbeat and soulful style, and give fans an early taste of the album’s material.…
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Controversial Sheffield sauna the Boiler Room rebranded and set to reopen under new name – Club Zeus
The Boiler Room was closed down due to drug-related crimes