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Amazon has enough satellites to launch its Starlink competitor

Amazon says it now has enough satellites operating in low-Earth orbit to light up its Starlink internet competitor. With last night's launch, Amazon Leo has 396 satellites deployed, which is "enough to support continuous service across initial latitudes," according to Chris Weber, VP heading up business and product…

OpenAI ‘in early talks to give 5% stake to US government’

• OpenAI in early talks to give 5% stake to U.S. government as mechanism to share AI economic benefits with the public
• Proposal involves other major AI companies and would require Congressional approval; remains conceptual and early-stage
• Reflects government pressure on AI sector amid growing debate over wealth distribution from artificial intelligence

CEO Sam Altman argued move would share benefits of AI and it would involve other firms doing similar, report saysBusiness live – latest updatesOpenAI is reportedly in early stage talks to give a 5% stake in the ChatGPT developer to the US government as artificial intelligence companies attempt…

Prendergast starts as Osborne makes wing switch for Ireland

• Ireland selects fly-half Sam Prendergast following strong club form whilst managing absences of Jack Crowley and other key players in upcoming Nations Championship match.
• Jamie Osborne shifts from full-back to left wing as Ireland faces Australia with 11 Leinster players and deploys Tom O'Toole at an unfamiliar loose-head prop position.

Sam Prendergast's strong end to the season with Leinster earns him a recall to the Ireland starting team for Saturday's Nations Championship opener against Australia in Sydney.

Madonna’s Confessions II is finally here – but is it worth the 21-year wait?

• Madonna released Confessions II, a direct sequel to her acclaimed 2005 dance album, as her first project since recovering from a serious illness
• The record delivers strong club-oriented production in its opening half but becomes repetitive in the middle before recovering with autobiographical material
• Critics find the album comes close to its predecessor but ultimately falls short of matching the original's consistent impact

The pop star's 15th album starts on the dancefloor, but ends with deep personal revelations.

Prime Video Adapting Ulf Kvensler’s Debut Novel ‘Sarek’ As Psychological Thriller Series Starring ‘Quicksand’ & ‘Barracuda Queens’ Actors

• Swedish psychological thriller 'Sarek' adapted into 4-part miniseries for Prime Video
• Story follows hikers in Sarek National Park with conflicting survivor accounts of trauma
• Production begins July 2026, launching on Prime Video Nordics in 2027

EXCLUSIVE: Prime Video is adapting Ulf Kvensler’s debut novel into four-part psychological thriller miniseries Sarek. Based on the book of the same name, the show will star Felix Sandman (Quicksand), Kitt Walker Johansson (Burden of Justice), Alva Bratt (Barracuda Queens) and Nora Rios (Caliphate). Set in the landscape…

Oscars Chief Officer Departs as AMPAS Restructures for Historic YouTube Move in 2029

• Chief Oscars Officer Teni Melidonian exits after 2+ years, remaining as consultant for one year
• AMPAS restructures leadership with Jennifer Davidson taking over production as Oscars moves to YouTube in 2029
• Expansion follows invitation of 529 new industry voters to the Academy

Teni Melidonian has stepped down as Chief Oscars Officer at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, with AMPAS CEO Bill Kramer announcing the transition through a staff email this week. After more than two years

Chief Oscars Officer Teni Melidonian Steps Down From AMPAS

• Teni Melidonian transitioned from her full-time Chief Oscars Officer role to a one-year consultant position as part of AMPAS restructuring
• The longtime executive, who led strategy and production for the Academy's awards programmes, departs after approximately two decades with the organization
• The announcement came days after the Academy expanded its voting body with 529 new invitees

More than two years into the role, Teni Melidonian has stepped down as Chief Oscars Officer at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. On Monday, CEO Bill Kramer announced Melidonian’s exit in a staff email as part of a restructuring, days after the Academy invited 529…

5 Years Later, Christopher Walken’s 3-Part Crime Thriller Is Already Considered a Classic

• 'The Outlaws' has achieved lasting acclaim five years after its premiere as a television classic
• The three-season crime drama blends procedural elements with comedy and character study, following seven community-service participants who discover dangerous stolen money
• Christopher Walken anchors a strong ensemble cast, delivering nuanced performances that evolve between humorous and poignant moments

Five years later, The Outlaws has earned modern-classic status thanks to Christopher Walken, brilliant writing, and unforgettable characters.

Accused Aussie killer’s wrathful encounter with a woman after a motorbike accident weeks before he allegedly strangled Thai teen: ‘King Kong’

• 45-year-old Australian arrested at Bangkok airport whilst allegedly attempting to flee Thailand on a connecting flight to Perth
• Teenager's remains were found inside luggage placed beside railway tracks in the coastal tourist area of Pattaya
• Suspect had violent interaction with separate woman roughly three weeks earlier following a motorcycle collision

A woman said she crossed paths with the alleged killer on June 5 when they were involved in a motorbike accident outside an apartment complex.