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Laura Cannell's latest album 'Brightly Shone the Moon' is a poignant exploration of the complexities of the Christmas season. The veteran folk musician weaves together traditional melodies with personal narratives, creating a rich tapestry of sound that reflects on the fragility of joy and...

Nicola Coughlan is an Irish actress who was born in Galway and grew up in a family with a strong sense of justice. She has a degree in English and Classics from the University of Galway and later studied acting at the Oxford School of Drama and the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire's School of...

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested an Azerbaijani citizen with multiple criminal convictions, including cruelty to animals and arson. Rafael Vladimirovi Sarkisyan, a national of Azerbaijan, was taken into custody by ICE Los Angeles on November 25. He is currently being...

Spotify's Algorithmic Manipulation Exposed in 'Mood Machine' Liz Pelly's scathing critique of Spotify, "Mood Music: The Rise of Spotify and the Costs of the Perfect Playlist", reads like a cautionary tale about the dark side of music streaming. With its algorithm-driven approach, Spotify...

HSBC's top executives faced intense scrutiny from shareholders Monday, with many calling for the bank to be broken up. The lender's Asian business is seen as its main source of profits, but critics argue that it has dragged down the rest of the bank. Chairman Mark Tucker and CEO Noel Quinn...

"George Soros' Non-Profit to Take Legal Action Against Trump's Attacks" The president of George Soros' non-profit, Open Society Foundations (OSF), has vowed to take legal action against the US government if it continues to attack the organization and its progressive causes. Binaifer Nowrozee...

US Eyes New Phase of Covert Ops Against Venezuela, Another Disaster in the Making The US is poised to launch a new phase of covert operations against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, according to a Reuters report. The plan, which includes attempting to overthrow the government, has been in...

In Israel's streets, a group of military veterans are proving that their service and discipline can be just as powerful as any protest sign or slogan. These men and women, many of whom served in elite forces, have been instrumental in shaping the country's growing resistance movement against its...

South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace has faced criticism for allegedly berating and cursing at airport police officers tasked with escorting her through Charleston International Airport. According to a police incident report, the Republican congresswoman made derogatory comments about the department's...

US Chip Maker Micron Under Fire from China Over Cybersecurity Concerns as Tech Tensions Escalate In a move that appears to be retaliation against US allies in Asia and Europe, China has launched a cybersecurity probe into Micron Technology, one of America's largest memory chip makers. The...

A fragile truce has brought temporary respite from the trade tensions that have been brewing between the US and China. The recent talks in South Korea, brokered by two world leaders with a complicated past, resulted in a tentative agreement to ease some of the tariffs imposed on Chinese goods...

The article discusses the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, particularly in China, where AI-powered chatbots like DeepSeek are being used to provide medical consultations and advice. The author's mother, who has a kidney condition, uses DeepSeek as a way to communicate with her...

California Governor Gavin Newsom has fueled speculation about a potential presidential run in 2028 by stating that he will make a decision once the 2026 midterm elections are over. When asked if he was considering a White House bid, Newsom acknowledged that it's impossible for him to rule out...

Sitges is renowned for its love affair with dogs. This year's canine contingent was palpable, sprawling on cafe terraces or getting their poop scooped by devoted owners – but all were far removed from the vicious mutts that terrorized screens in a slew of films at this year's 58th International...

Nia DaCosta brings a feverish intensity to her adaptation of Ibsen's classic play, Hedda Gabler, infusing the 1950s English countryside with an exotic sensuality reminiscent of Downton Abbey. The result is a surreal, sometimes baffling melodrama that revels in its own absurdities. Tessa...

Markus Schouten's Last Wish: A Global Assisted Suicide Movement Targets Children In the spring of 2022, Canadian teenager Markus Schouten received news that would change his life forever. Diagnosed with cancer, he was given just months to live. But instead of focusing on finding a cure...

The surprise phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin has dealt a curveball to Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of his meeting with Trump at the White House. The conversation, which took place while Zelensky was en route to Washington, saw the...

Florida Sheriff Grady Judd described an altercation at a McDonald's restaurant as a 'McMess' after one of the customers suffered a minor gunshot wound to the neck. The incident occurred last weekend when two men, Nicholas Jones and Peter Story, entered the drive-thru line despite online orders...

A forgotten novel from the 1930s is sparking debate about the dangers of extremism and the importance of moral clarity. Sally Carson's 'Crooked Cross', set in Bavaria in 1932-3, has been rediscovered by Persephone Books, which specialises in reviving neglected works. Written just before Hitler...

Teenage Swimming Sensation Continues to Make Waves Summer McIntosh, a 16-year-old Canadian swimmer, has shattered two world records in just four days, cementing her position as one of the most exciting young talents in the sport. The teenager's latest feat came on Saturday at the Canadian...