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“I hope you’re well. I hope there’s not a physical problem”: David Lee Roth has suddenly cancelled his US tour – and he’s got a surprising message of support from his nemesis Sammy Hagar
David Lee Roth has abruptly cancelled almost all remaining dates on his US tour, which had begun in April and was later extended to September. No reason was given, but the move matters because it has prompted concern about the former Van Halen singer’s wellbeing and unexpectedly drew support from his long-time rival, Sammy Hagar.…
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Jon Bon Jovi Ends Madison Square Garden Show Early Due to Sinus Infection: ‘We’ll Figure Out How to Reschedule’
Jon Bon Jovi ended Bon Jovi’s penultimate Madison Square Garden residency concert early after developing a sinus infection. The interruption matters because the shows form part of the band’s first major tour since Bon Jovi’s 2022 vocal cord surgery, making his health and ability to complete upcoming dates particularly significant. Around 90 minutes into Thursday’s…
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Canada’s wildfire smoke is choking America — Congress must clear the air
The article argues that smoke from Canadian wildfires has created hazardous air conditions across parts of the United States, disrupting daily life and posing particular risks to older people, children and those with respiratory illnesses. It contends that Congress should address the cross-border impact while reconsidering US environmental policies that, in the author’s view, contribute…
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China’s routing of Biden in chip war with US created a communist tech giant
The article reports that Huawei’s chip revenue is expected to rise by 60% this year despite US export controls intended to restrict its access to advanced semiconductor technology. It argues that the restrictions have instead strengthened China’s push for technological self-reliance, helping Huawei develop into a more significant domestic chip and technology supplier. Huawei, described…
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Lidia Thorpe’s little-known ex-tradie son, 35, makes debut speech to parliament as part of Victoria’s controversial Indigenous treaty
Andrew Thorpe, the 35-year-old son of Australian senator Lidia Thorpe, has made his first speech to the Victorian parliament as part of the state’s contested Indigenous treaty process. His emergence marks a notable moment given that he has kept a low public profile compared with his mother, who is one of Australia’s most prominent and…
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Scotland’s Gunn concedes four in San Jose debut defeat
Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn conceded four goals on his San Jose Earthquakes debut as Orlando City won 4-0 following Major League Soccer’s World Cup break. Although the result was a difficult start for Gunn after leaving Nottingham Forest, he was not considered at fault for the goals and made saves that limited the defeat. David…
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The Zarabanda Variations review – free jazz project is a thrillingly original dive into colonial history
Keir GoGwilt’s *The Zarabanda Variations* is reviewed as an ambitious and highly original collaborative album that re-examines the colonial Latin American roots of the sarabande, before the dance became associated with European baroque composers. Its fusion of free jazz, baroque strings, percussion and spoken-word poetry creates a challenging but compelling alternative to familiar classical interpretations,…
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Inside the ‘woke’ changes coming for the Australian census – what you need to know
The Daily Mail reports on changes planned for Australia’s 2026 census, though the article text supplied contains only site navigation and unrelated headlines rather than substantive detail on the story itself. Based on the headline, the piece concerns amendments to how the census records personal characteristics, which the outlet frames as “woke” changes to the…
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Asian stocks slide as Trump hits more than 80 countries with new tariffs – business live
Asian markets fell after Donald Trump announced new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on more than 80 countries, including the UK, EU, China, India, Mexico, Canada and Australia. The measures replace a blanket 10% tariff introduced in February and have heightened concerns about weaker global trade and economic growth, while rising oil prices add to…