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US prosecutor who led Trump-backed election probe exits Justice Department

  • Florida US attorney Jason Reding Quinones has resigned.
  • Democrats’ victories bring congressional oversight powers.
  • Two other senior Justice Department officials have also left.

Jason Reding Quinones, the US attorney for Florida’s Southern District, has resigned from the Justice Department after Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections. His departure matters as the administration faces expected congressional scrutiny over claims that the department pursued politically motivated investigations.…

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5 Bands Formed in 1963 That Shaped Popular Music as We Know It Today

  • Five acts formed or took shape in 1963.
  • Their influence crossed rock, soul, punk and reggae.
  • The Yardbirds’ members went on to major projects.

The article highlights five acts that formed or took shape in 1963 and later influenced popular music: the Kinks, the Yardbirds, the Righteous Brothers, MC5, and Bob Marley and the Wailers. It uses their varied styles and later impact to show how the early 1960s helped set the…

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7 Bands Formed in 1970 That Shaped Rock ‘N’ Roll as We Know It Today

  • Seven notable rock bands formed or took shape in 1970.
  • Their music helped shape several major rock styles.
  • Mudcrutch laid groundwork for Tom Petty’s later career.

Seven influential rock bands began or took shape in 1970, reflecting the decade’s early wave of musical change. Their later work helped define styles ranging from psychedelic and arena rock to soft rock, while several became major acts with enduring songs. The article traces the Doobie Brothers’ beginnings…

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Live Nation generated $10.1B in Q3, up 19% YoY – as international markets overtook the US in fan attendance this year

  • Q3 revenue rose 19% to $10.1 billion.
  • International markets led year-to-date attendance and sponsorship revenue.
  • Live Nation expects nearly 180 million fans in 2026.

Live Nation reported Q3 revenue of $10.1 billion, up 19% year on year, as concert attendance rose and international markets outpaced the US in year-to-date attendance and sponsorship revenue. The results highlight the growing global reach of live music and the company’s expectation of another record year. Global…

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5 Best Moments of the 2026 HEAT Latin Music Awards: Olga Tañón, Gloria Trevi & More

  • Premios HEAT took place in Puerto Vallarta for the first time.
  • Olga Tañón and Gloria Trevi were among the night’s highlights.
  • Carlos Rivera won three awards.

The HEAT Latin Music Awards were held for the first time in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, bringing artists from regional Mexican, pop, urbano, cumbia and other genres together. The ceremony closed HEAT Week in Jalisco and featured tributes to late Latin music legends, as well as a career tribute…

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Syria sends military advisers to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks, sources say

  • Syrian personnel are reportedly advising and training forces in Saudi Arabia.
  • Sources differ on the scale and timing of the reported deployment.
  • A new Syria-Saudi defence agreement includes training and advisory support.

Syria has sent military advisers to Saudi Arabia to advise and train forces as the kingdom faces attacks from Yemen’s Houthis, according to sources cited by Reuters. The reported deployment points to closer defence cooperation between Damascus and Riyadh, though a Syrian diplomat said suggestions of military deployments…

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“International Ambassador for Bluegrass” Who Helped Spark an American Music Tradition Dead at 95

  • Bluegrass pioneer Bill Clifton has died aged 95.
  • He organised a landmark festival in Virginia in 1961.
  • His work helped carry traditional bluegrass to new audiences.

Bill Clifton, born William August Marburg, has died aged 95. A singer and promoter of bluegrass, he helped bring the traditional American genre to wider audiences and supported its survival across generations. Clifton died peacefully on 30 October; no cause of death was given. In 1961, he organised…

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They Just Don’t Make Hard Rock Songs Like These 4 Classics From 1971 Anymore

  • Four hard rock classics were released in 1971.
  • Alice Cooper’s hit influenced later punk musicians.
  • The Stones’ “Bitch” became an AOR radio favourite.

A retrospective revisits four hard rock songs released in 1971, arguing that their distinctive sound still resonates. Their chart success and influence on later musicians show how the songs reached beyond their original audiences. Alice Cooper’s “I’m Eighteen” peaked at No. 21 on the US Billboard Hot 100…

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‘Trump is a very dangerous person for the world’: EU’s former top diplomat Josep Borrell

  • Borrell warns Trump remains dangerous despite the Democrats’ midterm win.
  • He doubts the result will bring more US funding for Ukraine.
  • Spain’s snap election could test the far right’s prospects.

Former EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell says Donald Trump remains a “very dangerous person for the world”, despite Democrats’ decisive victory in the US midterm elections. He warns that the result may not make US foreign policy more predictable and argues that Europe has been too submissive…

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