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Mick Jagger Gives His Stamp of Approval to Rising Rock Star’s Cover of Rolling Stones Classic

  • Jagger praised Fender’s cover of a Stones classic.
  • The song features Fender’s former school choir and a brass band.
  • It was recorded for John Lewis’s 20th Christmas advert.

Mick Jagger has praised Sam Fender’s cover of the Rolling Stones’ “You Can’t Always Get What You Want”, calling it a “great job”. Fender recorded the track for John Lewis’s 20th Christmas advert, bringing a new version of the classic to the retailer’s annual festive campaign. Fender said…

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The Wendy’s JRPG Is a Searing Anti-Capitalist Screed About Humans Making Real Art

  • WendyQuest gave 81Monkeys funding to keep its larger RPG moving.
  • The studio rewrote 99% of the game’s script.
  • The story takes aim at corporate power while selling burgers.

Wendy’s commissioned WendyQuest: Legend of the Four Corner Stones, a polished role-playing game that pokes fun at corporate power and champions human-made art. The project matters to its developer, 81Monkeys, because the funding helped the studio continue work on its larger game, World of Anterra, during a difficult…

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Glasgow arts festival faces anti-Semitism claims over slogan

  • Glasgow’s Tramway will host a five-day pro-Palestine arts programme.
  • Critics say its slogan implies the elimination of Israel.
  • Glasgow Life says it reviewed the programme and remains politically neutral.

An arts festival planned for Glasgow’s Tramway venue has drawn accusations of anti-Semitism over its slogan, “From the Rivers to the Seas”. Critics say the phrase implies the destruction of Israel, while organisers describe the programme as an expression of solidarity with Palestinians and a discussion of colonialism…

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The curious way Brian Wilson helped launch the Talking Heads

  • Warner Bros’ understanding of Brian Wilson helped Talking Heads get creative freedom.
  • The band signed to Sire in 1976 and released its debut in 1977.
  • Its later work expanded into funk, African-influenced rhythms and studio experimentation.

When Talking Heads signed to Sire Records in 1976, their art-rock sound and unconventional songwriting made them an unusual prospect for a record label. Bassist Tina Weymouth said Warner Bros’ understanding of Brian Wilson’s needs as an artist helped create a more sympathetic environment, giving the band room…

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Magic: The Gathering Is Reprinting a Powerful $30 Sword With Perfect Pixel Art

  • Sword of Truth and Justice returns with late-1990s-inspired pixel artwork.
  • The $39.99 set also reprints Balefire Dragon.
  • Half of the purchase price supports children’s hospitals.

Magic: The Gathering is reprinting Sword of Truth and Justice in a Secret Lair collection with artwork inspired by late-1990s 3D games. The release pairs a sought-after card with nostalgic styling and supports children’s hospitals, with half of the purchase price going to them. The Rise of the…

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Street artist makes US history with stunning NYC mural — and didn’t even know it

  • A 307-foot Bronx mural is described as America’s tallest.
  • Three artists completed it in 22 days.
  • Residents helped shape its themes through community meetings.

Dominican artist Néstor Omar García, known as Angurria, helped create what the article describes as America’s tallest mural on a 29-storey public-housing tower in the Bronx. The 307-foot work celebrates neighbourhood life and reflects residents’ ideas about how their community should be portrayed. Titled “Un MAR de Gente…

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UK government rules out permanent return of Elgin Marbles to Greece

  • Ministers will not change the law for a permanent return.
  • The British Museum may consider a loan to Greece.
  • Greece has sought the sculptures’ return for decades.

The UK government says it has no plans to change the law to allow the Elgin Marbles to be permanently returned to Greece. The decision leaves the British Museum barred from giving away the sculptures, while discussions continue over a possible long-term loan. Culture minister Baroness Twycross said…

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Greenland’s parliament ratifies Trump’s US security agreement

  • Greenland’s parliament ratified a US-Denmark security agreement.
  • The deal permits two new US bases and a missile defence system.
  • Danish parliamentary approval is still required.

Greenland’s parliament has ratified a security and military-access agreement with the United States and Denmark, clearing a step towards a larger US military presence on the Arctic island. The agreement follows President Donald Trump’s threats earlier in the year to take control of Greenland, which strained US ties…

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Preliminary 4.7 magnitude earthquake shakes Southern California

  • A preliminary magnitude 4.7 quake struck Baja California near the US border.
  • Shaking was reported in Southern California and Arizona.
  • No injuries or damage were immediately reported.

An earthquake reported at a preliminary magnitude of 4.7 struck Baja California, Mexico, at about 10.27am local time on Tuesday 3 November. The US Geological Survey placed its epicentre near Delta, south of the US border, at a depth of about 16 kilometres. Although the quake originated in…

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Rams boast hidden gem as LA heats up ahead of Commanders matchup

  • The Rams beat the Chargers 24-9 and returned to .500.
  • Blake Corum scored a 23-yard touchdown and ran for 73 yards.
  • He is averaging a career-best 5.2 yards per carry.

The Rams beat the Chargers 24-9 to return to .500 and strengthen their position in the NFC West, with Blake Corum emerging as a key part of their improving run game. His third-quarter touchdown helped extend the lead, while the Rams’ late possession kept their defence off the…

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