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Everything you need to know about Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ from 'New Heights' podcast
Here’s everything you need to know about Taylor Swift’s anticipated 12th album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl’, following her podcast appearance on Travis and Jason Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast.
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AI demand boosts iPhone maker Foxconn's second-quarter profit by 27%, beating forecasts
Foxconn reported a second-quarter operating profit beat on strength of its growing artificial intelligence server business.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Voting Far-Right Related to Social Status Decline, German Study Says
In a study conducted by the Hertie School of Governance in Berlin and the University of British Columbia, political scientists Mark Kayser and Alan Jacobs establish a correlation between voting for far-right parties and the social decline of voters compared to their parents’ status. RELATED: Patriots Summit Brings Together Europe’s Far Right The key finding […]
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Spain's Ibex-35 conquers 15,000 points and reaches the highest level since 2007
The Spanish stock market index had not reached highs like this since 2007, just before the global market crash.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Animals carried to safety as wildfires sweep Greece
Wildfires raging across southern Europe on Wednesday forced evacuations and animal rescues as flames threatened the Greek port city of Patras after weeks of intense heat.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Diosdado Cabello Dismisses U.S. Alleged Seizure of $700 Million Belonging to President Maduro
Venezuela’s Minister of the Interior and Justice, Diosdado Cabello, dismissed the United States’ accusation on Wednesday regarding the seizure of over $700 million in assets allegedly belonging to President Nicolás Maduro, whom the Donald Trump administration has accused without proves of leading the Cartel of the Suns, designated a terrorist organization in the U.S. RELATED: […]
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:As Data Centers Expand, Should That Concern Schools?
Artificial intelligence has barrelled into the classroom, and the infrastructure behind it could soon crop up in schools’ backyards.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Russia blocks calls via WhatsApp and Telegram as it tightens control over the internet
Russian authorities have long engaged in a deliberate and multipronged effort to rein in the internet.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:What is creatine? What does the science say about its claims to build muscle and boost brain health?
Social media influencers tout creatine supplements for athletic performance and to boost brain health. Here’s what the evidence says.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Somalia Executes Three Al-Shabaab Members Convicted of Deadly Attacks
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia on Thursday morning executed three men convicted of being members of Al-Shabaab and for carrying out a series of assassinations and bombings in Mogadishu and the nearby Lower Shabelle region, authorities said.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Gunfight Erupts in Somali Capital Over Forced Evictions - Residents
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Heavy gunfire broke out early Thursday morning in the Tarabuunka area of Mogadishu after federal government forces attempted to evict civilians from residential homes, prompting armed resistance from military officers believed to be from the Somali National Army (SNA), eyewitnesses and local sources said.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Inside SA's Multi-Million Rand Plan to Fill US Funding Void
[GroundUp] About R1-billion in replacement funds expected imminently, but more may be approved
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Time for Japan-South Korea to move beyond guilt and grievance
This August 15 marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.Around this time of the year, I find myself in a peculiar and often uncomfortable position: caught between two nations, two identities, and two histories. Being born to a Japanese father and a Korean mother, as someone of these two heritages, I […] The post Time for Japan-South Korea to move beyond guilt and grievance appeared first on Asia Times.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:View from The Hill: Albanese was naive to think Hamas wouldn’t welcome Palestinian recognition
However, the Coalition’s decision to say it would reverse Palestinian recognition if elected was both unnecessary and unwise.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Americans are rethinking alcohol amid growing concerns over health risks
A new survey found that 54 per cent of US adults drink alcohol, the lowest point in the past three decades.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Global plastics treaty talks stall as nations divided over limiting production
Nations remain divided on how to curb plastic production, threatening progress on a landmark global pollution agreement.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Madagascar/Central African Republic: A Tale of Two CHAN Journeys - Madagascar's Dream Stays Alive, CAR Face Harsh Lessons
[CAF] The Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium in Dar es Salaam, delivered two stories on Wednesday night -- one of hope, the other of reflection.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Trump and EU leaders pressure Putin ahead of Alaska summit
EU and US leaders have pledged to protect Ukraine and threatened harsher sanctions ahead of Friday's high-stakes US-Russia summit in Anchorage.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Politics with Michelle Grattan: union boss Sally McManus on the push for shorter work hours in the age of AI
McManus doesn’t expect instant wins on shorter work hours from next week’s economic summit, but says it still needs to be on the table – along with AI protections.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:NSW man charged over alleged AI-generated child abuse material – As it happened
All the day’s news as it unfoldedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMelburnians may have woken up to some light temblors early this morning after a small, 3.2 magnitude earthquake hit the Mornington Peninsula around 4.40am.Geoscience Australia said more than 500 people reported feeling the quake, stretching from Mornington to central Melbourne over to Geelong. Continue reading...
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Why does the US use secondary sanctions, and do they work?
Will Donald Trump's threat to use secondary sanctions slow Russian aggression or dampen its economy? Some see them as a powerful deterrent, while others think they are impossible to effectively enforce.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Fewer flights, more immersion: What is 'tripchaining' and could it help you travel more sustainably?
Tripchaining can help travellers save money and time, while spending more time in destinations for a more authentic and memorable holiday.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:UK economy grows by better-than-expected 0.3% in second quarter
The U.K.'s 0.3% April-June economic growth outpaced a 0.1% analyst forecast.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Why Zelensky should be at the table in Alaska
The upcoming summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 15 in Anchorage, Alaska, is more than a meeting between world leaders. It is a diplomatic gamble for high stakes, one that seeks to deal with the ongoing war in Ukraine but also exposes the contradictory interests between the two […] The post Why Zelensky should be at the table in Alaska appeared first on Asia Times.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Heavy rain and flooding in Tennessee kill at least four
At least four people died in Tennessee due to heavy rain and flooding, causing chaos and dramatic rescues. A family was killed by a fallen tree in East Ridge.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Albanese says ‘Hamas will engage in propaganda’ amid confusion over statements on Palestinian statehood
Hamas account claims quotes attributed to co-founder Hassan Yousef unlikely to be true given he’s been in jail since October 2023Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAnthony Albanese has warned media about Hamas propaganda, amid confusion regarding statements reportedly made by the terrorist group in relation to Australia’s pledge to recognise...
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Why is Albania criminalising 'mockery' yet going easy on corruption?
Article 235, the Desecration of the Republic and its Symbols, criminalises so-called “mockery” or ridicule of high state officials — including the prime minister, president, and ministers — with penalties of up to three years in prison.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:This 25-year-old brings in $245,000 a year with her side hustle: ‘Consistent actions compound over time’
Lillian Zhang, 25, turned her social media side hustle into a business that brings in about $245,000 a year.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:CNBC Daily Open: Trump says tariffs haven't caused inflation — economists think they will soon
Wall Street economists are expecting inflation to reaccelerate because of tariffs. Of course, a consensus view does not mean predictions will come true.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:US warns of additional tariffs on India if Trump-Putin peace talks fail
US Treasury chief says Washington could increase secondary tariffs on India if talks don't go well in Alaska.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:South Sudan Denies Negotiating the Forced Displacement of Gazans with Tel Aviv
South Sudan denied on Wednesday that it is holding discussions with Israeli occupation authorities regarding the resettlement of Gaza Strip residents on its territory. RELATED: 29 Countries and EU Officials Condemn Gaza Famine, Demand Unrestricted Humanitarian Access The Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a press statement refuting “recent media reports claiming that the Government of […]
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:South Korea's top court rejects 'Baby Shark' copyright claim
The catchy tune known for its "doo doo doo doo doo doo" hook was not plagiarized, the court ruled.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:‘Australiana’ images made by AI are racist and full of tired cliches, new study shows
What do Australians and Australia look like according to generative AI? The results are alarming.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Israeli registration law used to block aid while Gaza starves, say over 100 charities
More than 100 international aid organisations are demanding Israel allow in crucial aid to Gaza, following new restrictive registration laws for NGOs.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:After 4 years of repressive Taliban rule, Afghans are suffering in silence. Is the world still watching?
Russia and China have started to bring the Taliban in from the cold. The international community may soon have little leverage to pressure the group to change.
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