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Thousands of Canadians call for US ambassador’s expulsion
More than 60,000 Canadians have signed a petition calling for the expulsion of US ambassador Pete Hoekstra, accusing him of interfering in Canadian politics and legitimising President Donald Trump’s suggestions that Canada could become a US state. The campaign highlights growing diplomatic strain as the two countries negotiate urgently over threatened US tariffs. The petition…
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Facebook officially rolls out its standalone Creator Studio app with AI tools for creators
Facebook has officially launched its standalone Creator Studio app for iOS, giving creators AI-powered advice and community-management tools. The move matters because Meta is seeking to keep creators active on Facebook amid competition from TikTok and YouTube, while making performance insights easier to use. The built-in AI assistant offers recommendations based on a creator’s content,…
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How a $250 million acquisition collapsed into allegations of fraud and forged signatures
VideoVerse’s $250 million acquisition by international sports publisher Minute Media, announced in September 2025, has collapsed amid fraud allegations, disputed merger documents and claims of forged signatures. The case matters because investors, creditors and senior executives are now pursuing legal action, while Minute Media says it ended its engagement after finding significant discrepancies in VideoVerse’s…
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LA Lakers sold to ex-Disney head Bob Iger, Josh Kushner
The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly been sold to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner for more than $12 billion, a record for any NBA team in history and a total that is believed to be among the highest valuations of any North American sports franchise. The deal, first reported by ESPN, is worth an estimated…
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Arsenal reignite interest in Aston Villa’s Konsa
Arsenal have renewed their pursuit of Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa after an earlier summer approach failed to produce a deal. The Premier League champions are seeking to strengthen their defence following the signing of Bruno Guimaraes, with Konsa’s ability to play in different positions viewed as a major attraction. Villa value the 28-year-old England…
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GODFLESH Announces New Album ‘Decay’, Shares ‘Living/Ending’ Single
Godflesh have announced their tenth and penultimate album, ‘Decay’, due for release on 25 September 2026 through Relapse Records, alongside the new single ‘Living/Ending’. The release matters as it marks another major chapter for the influential industrial metal band, formed 38 years ago by Justin Broadrick and bassist Ben Green. The six-track album was drawn…
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Rangers seek striker & are ‘playing with fire’ in defence
Rangers are looking to strengthen their forward line after Youssef Chermiti suffered a long-term anterior cruciate ligament injury, while manager Derek McInnes has also warned that injuries have left his defence short of options. The setback is significant because Chermiti had been expected to play an important role this season and Rangers are preparing for…
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Australia’s brightest young talents are on the move and it bodes well for the Socceroos | Jack Snape
Australia’s post-World Cup transfer activity is highlighted as a positive sign for the Socceroos, with several young internationals securing moves that could accelerate their development before January’s Asian Cup. Nestory Irankunda is nearing a switch from Watford to Sporting Lisbon, while Lucas Herrington is expected to join Premier League newcomers Hull City from Colorado Rapids.…
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Spies in the Woods: Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys on Their Emmy Nominations, Watching ‘Widow’s Bay’ and That ‘Diplomat’ Cliffhanger
Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys will attend this year’s Emmys as nominees for separate projects, marking a notable milestone for the long-term couple after their earlier awards-season association with “The Americans”. Russell is nominated for playing a morally conflicted ambassador in “The Diplomat”, while Rhys is recognised for roles in “Widow’s Bay” and “The Beast…