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Sylvester Stallone Says He Turned Down Trump’s ‘Special Ambassador’ to Hollywood Role Because It Was ‘Impossible’: ‘I Said Thank You and Ciao’
Sylvester Stallone has revealed that he did not formally accept Trump’s appointment as “special ambassador” to Hollywood, discovering the role whilst watching television rather than being asked directly. In a recent Sunday Times interview, Stallone explained that he told Trump the position would not work and described himself as reluctant about the appointment, citing Hollywood’s…
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The Guardian view on AI v mathematicians: humans are still vital to the field, but tech firms refuse to see that | Editorial
OpenAI’s claim that its AI agents solved the Navier–Stokes problem has intensified debate over AI’s role in mathematics. The editorial argues that the achievement’s value and originality remain uncertain, while accusing technology firms of taking credit for human work and failing to acknowledge or compensate mathematicians whose research underpins AI systems. Mathematicians are also concerned…
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Ukraine hits Moscow as PM prepares Trump talks, Iran shadows budget
Ukraine’s drone attack has left Moscow ablaze, killing at least two. The Prime Minister prepares his debut meeting with President Trump as Iran tensions threaten to stoke inflation.
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Joby completes autonomous 3,199-mile US flight from California to North Carolina
Joby Aviation says it has completed the first fully autonomous flight across the United States, flying an aircraft from California to North Carolina without human control inputs. The achievement could help the company expand beyond its planned electric air-taxi services into freight, emergency response and defence logistics. The 3,199-mile journey used a converted Cessna Caravan…
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5 Iconic Verses From 1970s Songs That Give Me Instant Goosebumps Every Time
The article highlights five 1970s song verses that the writer finds especially emotionally powerful. It argues that memorable verses can capture personal memories, ageing, social anxiety, political anger and romantic connection. – Don McLean’s “American Pie” evokes the tragedy symbolised by “the day the music died”. – Pink Floyd’s “Time” reflects on ageing, mortality and…
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Kate Beckinsale Shares Cryptic “I Give Up” Message on Instagram, Leaving Fans Concerned
Kate Beckinsale has prompted concern after posting and then deleting cryptic Instagram messages reading “bye” and “Congratulations you won. I give up.” The Hollywood Reporter said her representative had not responded to requests for clarification, while fans urged people who know her to check on her. The posts followed reports that Beckinsale had removed content…
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Older jobseekers nearing pension age face limited support
A letter writer highlights the employment challenges faced by people approaching state pension age, using his own experience of two years’ unemployment at 61 and an example of an older woman who could no longer perform physical work. He argues that whilst policy focus rightly emphasises support for young unemployed people, there is a neglected…
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Rutgers’ Greg Schiano crashes out on official after costly penalty in tough loss to USC
Rutgers came very close to pulling off a major upset against twelfth-ranked USC on Saturday, ultimately losing 42-35 in a closely contested match. The game featured an ill-timed interception returned for a touchdown in the third quarter and a controversial illegal substitution penalty against Rutgers that proved costly. Rutgers head coach Greg Schiano had a…
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Danny Dyer and Dani join Kent protest calling for water industry renationalisation
Celebrity figures Danny Dyer, his daughter Dani and singer Becky Hill attended a protest in Kent demanding public ownership of the water industry. The “Stop the Sewage” demonstration in Leysdown-on-Sea coincided with over 315,000 people signing a petition to return water utilities to public control, highlighting growing public concern about industry performance and water quality…
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Founders invest in businesses designed to rebuild offline social connection
A growing group of founders is building businesses designed to bring people together offline, arguing that technology has weakened social connection and created demand for more shared experiences. Their ventures range from interactive gaming hardware to craft education and social-life platforms, reflecting a broader belief that combating isolation can also be commercially viable. Brynn Putnam’s…