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4 Well-Worn Country Hits That Every 90s Kid Still Knows by Heart
American Songwriter has published a nostalgic list celebrating four country songs from the 1990s that remain widely recognised by listeners who grew up in that decade. The piece highlights the enduring popularity of 90s country music, arguing that the genre produced some of its finest work during that era. The selections include Tim McGraw’s 1995…
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U.K. Approves Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
The UK has approved Paramount Skydance’s $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., concluding that it does not require further competition intervention. The decision matters because the enlarged media group has made legally binding commitments intended to protect UK broadcasting, news independence and local programme investment. The Competition and Markets Authority examined areas including cinema distribution,…
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18 Years Later, You Can Stream the Fully Restored Version of ‘The X-Files’ Most Chilling Movie
Chris Carter’s original, more horror-focused vision for the 2008 film “The X-Files: I Want to Believe” is finally being released, 18 years after the theatrical cut premiered. The R-rated version, retitled “The X-Files: I Want to Believe — Vrach Frankenshteyn,” will stream on Hulu from 14 August, offering fans a chance to see the David…
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SNP writes off value of Peter Murrell’s motorhome but still owes him £60k
The SNP has written off the value of the infamous motorhome bought by shamed former chief executive Peter Murrell with party funds from its accounts.
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US pauses government operations in cartel-ridden Mexican state
The US State Department has suspended all government operations in Mexico’s Michoacan state, citing a “threat against American interests.” Michoacan is a stronghold of drug cartel activity, and the move underlines Washington’s growing concern about the security situation in the region, which has implications for US-Mexico relations and cross-border cooperation on tackling organised crime. The…
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Who did Joni Mitchell write ‘Help Me’ about?
Joni Mitchell’s 1974 song “Help Me”, from her album *Court and Spark*, is widely believed by biographers and music writers to have been inspired by her relationship with jazz-fusion drummer John Guerin, whom she was involved with around the time the record was written and recorded. The track became one of Mitchell’s biggest commercial successes…
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Demographics fuel Democrats’ concerns about El-Sayed’s strength
In today’s issue: ▪ El-Sayed’s tall task ▪ Fauci faces contempt vote ▪ CDC director confirmed ▪ Another redistricting battle in Missouri The demographic breakdown of the vote in Democrats’ Michigan Senate primary this week includes some glaring warning signs for the party as it seeks to rally voters behind progressive Abdul El-Sayed to win…
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Carlos Acosta: Myths and Modern Masters review – superstar returns with style, the Stones and his daughter
Carlos Acosta returns to the stage in Myths and Modern Masters, a mixed programme at the Royal Opera House drawing dancers from both Birmingham Royal Ballet and Acosta Danza, the Cuban company he also directs. Now 53, Acosta no longer has the physical prowess of his younger years but compensates with stage presence and experience,…
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Cambridge Professor Resigns After Plagiarism Investigation; Police Admit Wrongly Questioning Journalist
Professor Jason Arday resigned from the University of Cambridge and his fellowship at Jesus College after the university opened an investigation into new information concerning his academic qualifications and honorary appointments. The sociology professor had faced public allegations concerning plagiarism in his doctoral thesis and publications, alongside questions about aspects of his career and biography.…
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Nintendo profits boosted by one-off US tariff refund
Nintendo’s quarterly profits were lifted sharply by a one-off US tariff refund, despite a fall in sales. The result matters because it shows how the reversal of tariffs can materially improve companies’ earnings, while raising questions over whether customers who paid higher prices will receive any benefit. Net sales fell 9.5% year on year, but…