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Judge’s fury as ‘dangerous’ alleged rapist who threatened to chop accuser ‘into little pieces’ is bailed by police
The article reports that a judge criticised police for granting bail to a man accused of rape who was described in court as dangerous. The case raises concerns about how police assess risk and protect complainants while serious allegations are investigated. The man is alleged to have threatened to chop his accuser “into little pieces”,…
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Utah town is torn apart after female mayor refuses to ban fireworks
Clinton, Utah, has been divided after Mayor Marie Dougherty and Fire Chief Jason Poulsen allowed personal fireworks in much of the city despite temporary statewide restrictions prompted by severe wildfire conditions. The decision led to hostile reactions, including an online threat to burn down the mayor’s home, highlighting the tension between public safety concerns and…
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The Recorded Music Industry Wants Labels on AI Music. How Could That Work? (FAQ)
Music-industry bodies have proposed a shared system for identifying songs that are fully or partly generated with artificial intelligence, responding to the rapid growth of AI material being delivered to streaming services. The initiative matters because platforms, labels and distributors have lacked consistent rules, while some listeners say AI involvement makes music less appealing and…
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The Avalanches have released a new single, “Blue Shadows”, featuring Karen O. The track marks another step in the Australian trio’s return to regular releases after a six-year gap and continues their characteristic sample-led sound. “Blue Shadows” asks whether a broken heart can be mended and prominently samples “Shadows From Nowhere”, a 1983 Italo single…
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Charli xcx – ‘Music, Fashion, Film’; Everything You Need To Know
Charli xcx is due to release her new album, ‘Music, Fashion, Film’, at midnight on 24 July. The record follows the international success of ‘BRAT’ and signals a shift away from a solely dance-focused sound, with Charli presenting it as a way of exploring and reshaping her artistic perspective. The cover, photographed by Aidan Zamiri,…
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Ethiopian migrant allegedly killed 3 over $65 parking dispute, claimed he was victim of anti-immigrant bias
An Ethiopian migrant has been accused of murdering three employees at his apartment building in St Paul, Minnesota, following a dispute over a $65 parking-deck contract. The case has drawn attention because the suspect reportedly claimed he was being targeted by anti-immigrant bias, while police allege the confrontation escalated into fatal violence. Fox News reported…
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Free, Ad-Supported Gaming Is Now Available On Xbox In A Test
Xbox is testing a free, advertising-supported way to access games, according to the article’s title. If expanded beyond the trial, it could offer players another lower-cost entry point while giving publishers and Microsoft a new revenue model. The available article text does not provide further details about the games included, the markets involved, advertising format,…
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4 Pop Songs From 1964 That Still Give Radio Life Today
The article highlights four pop songs released in 1964 that it says remain regular fixtures on classic rock and oldies radio. It argues that their continued airplay reflects their lasting appeal and their importance within the pop music of the 1960s. – “I Get Around” by The Beach Boys reached number one on the Billboard…
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Charles Wesley Godwin Addresses the Most Heartbreaking Loss Imaginable
Country singer-songwriter Charles Wesley Godwin’s new album, Christian Name, was shaped by the stillbirth of his son Samuel in August 2024, an event he says fundamentally changed him. The record matters as a deeply personal account of grief, faith and gradual healing, created after songs he had written for another project no longer reflected what…
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Athletes and Execs Join Forces at Variety’s Inaugural Sports and Entertainment Studio, Featuring Russell Wilson, Jimmie Johnson and Jay Williams
Variety’s inaugural Sports & Entertainment Studio in New York brought together leading athletes and media and brand executives to discuss the growing overlap between sport, television and advertising. The event highlighted how former players can bring first-hand experience to sports coverage, while networks and brands seek new ways to engage expanding fan audiences. Super Bowl-winning…