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This 1978 Disco Song Started as a “Protest” Song and Turned Into Chic’s First No. 1 Hit
You might just think of Chic’s song “Le Freak” as one of the most danceable tunes of 70s disco. However, there’s more to the story. The post This 1978 Disco Song Started as a “Protest” Song and Turned Into Chic’s First No. 1 Hit appeared first on American Songwriter.
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Swaggering Arsenal want title attack, not defence
Arsenal began their Premier League title defence with a comfortable 3-0 win over newly promoted Coventry City at the Emirates, projecting a new confidence after ending a 22-year wait for the league title last season. Captain Martin Odegaard said the squad’s mindset has shifted from defending their crown to attacking it again, reflecting a broader…
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Texas Gov Abbott asks the Justice Department to investigate ‘discriminatory’ Islamic washing stations
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has referred the state’s airports to the US Department of Justice for investigation, alleging that wudu washing stations installed for Islamic ritual cleansing are discriminatory. The move fits into a wider pattern of political scrutiny in Texas over Islamic religious accommodations in public spaces, following recent controversy over the approval of…
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Martin Ødegaard resumes his role as Arsenal’s smoothing agent and pass master | Barney Ronay
Arsenal opened their Premier League title defence with a comfortable 3-0 win over Coventry, a performance that suggested they aim to retain the trophy with less struggle than last time. The Guardian’s Barney Ronay highlights captain Martin Ødegaard’s display as the standout takeaway, seeing early signs that the Norwegian playmaker is returning to form after…
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Genki’s New High-End PC and Switch 2 Controller Has a Built-in Screen and Onboard OS
Genki, known for its Switch and Switch 2 accessories, has launched a Kickstarter for the Manta, a $279 controller aimed at both PC and Switch 2 users. The device stands out for its unusually extensive feature set, including a built-in colour display running a dedicated onboard operating system called MantaOS, which handles configuration tasks normally…
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Nvidia partners with data center developer Cloverleaf
Nvidia has announced a partnership with Cloverleaf Infrastructure, a company that develops the groundwork for data centres, as it continues efforts to sustain the AI boom that has driven its own growth. The deal sees Nvidia take a minority stake in Cloverleaf, which acts as an intermediary between utility companies and data centre operators, securing…
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Momentum for Democrats, Doctor Who hiatus, Tyson Foods cuts jobs as baby food and Meta glasses draw scrutiny
A cluster of stories that broke around 21 August has now settled, spanning US politics, consumer safety, corporate cutbacks, television scheduling and technology regulation. In Pennsylvania, Democrat Brandon Dukes won a special election in a state House district north of Pittsburgh that Donald Trump had carried comfortably in 2024, a result read as encouraging for…
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Interior Department outlines short-term plan for water cuts in California, Arizona, Nevada
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story DOI outlines short-term plan for water cuts in CA, AZ, NV The federal government has unveiled its short-term plans for Colorado River water cuts from California, Arizona and Nevada — issuing a plan that’s largely in line with what the states themselves have proposed…
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ENHYPEN on How THE SIN : BLISS Is a New Sound for a New Beginning
K-pop group ENHYPEN have released their new EP THE SIN : BLISS, marking the start of a new chapter for the seven-piece (now six after former member Heeseung’s departure to pursue a solo career as EVAN). Speaking to Consequence ahead of the release, member JAKE addressed fan concerns that the band’s long-running vampire lore, spun…