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How to Disable Music Videos in Spotify
Spotify has added a settings toggle that lets users disable music videos across the app, addressing a long-standing complaint about videos playing automatically whenever an artist uploaded one for a track. Previously there was no straightforward way to turn this off, and the autoplay behaviour irritated users by consuming extra bandwidth and battery, while videos…
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Rapp, 26, dies after being hit by car while cycling
American professional boxer Hannah Rapp died on Saturday after being struck by a car while cycling in Brazos County, Texas. Police say the vehicle passed her, suddenly stopped, then reversed into her; the driver has since been arrested and charged with manslaughter. Rapp’s death has prompted tributes from across the boxing world, highlighting the impact…
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Bruno Mars has an unexpected opening before Wembley party starts
Bruno Mars kicked off a six-night run at Wembley Stadium with a high-energy show that drew a 75,000-strong crowd, marking his first UK performance since 2018. The concert, part of his return to UK audiences after nearly a decade, coincided with England’s men’s football team once again being knocked out at the World Cup semi-final…
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Using AI makes people less likely to admit they don’t know something
Researchers from French and Italian universities have found that giving people access to AI advice makes them far less willing to admit they don’t know an answer, even when the AI’s advice is wrong. The study, led by Valerio Capraro of the University of Milano-Bicocca, warns that AI is eroding critical thinking and judgment, as…
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Masters of time and space, Spain’s dominance comes from deep-rooted principles | Emma Hayes
Spain’s brilliance isn’t just about Rodri or Lamine Yamal – it’s all about the collective culture developed over many years We talk about individuals too much in English football. Football is about the collective. Spain’s semi-final dominance over France was not built on individual brilliance but on a shared understanding of space, timing and their…
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Victoria announces new social media ‘demasking’ powers for accounts accused of vilification
New laws would give Vcat power to force social and AI platforms to identify anonymous users in move premier says will protect children Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Social media companies could be forced to identify anonymous accounts accused of online vilification, under new laws being proposed in Victoria.…
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‘We noticed a login from a new device’: the message from fraudsters targeting your X account
Fraudsters are sending fake “new device login” emails to X (formerly Twitter) users, closely mimicking the platform’s genuine security notifications in an attempt to steal account credentials. The emails warn of a login from an unfamiliar location and device, then urge recipients to click links to reset their password or review connected apps – but…
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South Yorkshire cop accused of breaching order to associate with individual & accompany them to Crown Court
Police Constable Sarah Bromfield is set to face a misconduct hearing next week
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Luke Wilson On ‘The Family Stone’ Sequel: “I Can’t Believe It’s Happening”
Luke Wilson is sharing an update on The Family Stone sequel that Tom Bezucha is writing. Bezucha, who wrote and directed the 2005 holiday film, revealed that he was penning a sequel after Diane Keaton died. “Tom Bezucha is a great writer and a great director, and I read the script, and it’s really funny, and it’s…