May 24, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has signed a 30-year power purchase agreement for 100% of the output from the Hai Long offshore wind project, totaling over 1 gigawatt of capacity. The deal comes as Taiwan grapples with an energy crisis triggered by Middle East conflicts and a shutdown of Qatar's natural gas production. TSMC's energy consumption, already 10% of Taiwan's total, could rise to 25% by 2030 due to AI chip manufacturing demands. The chipmaker is also investing in other renewable projects, including a 920 MW deal with Ørsted and a 1 GW agreement with WPD, as Taiwan accelerates its shift toward alternative energy sources.
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May 24, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Conde Nast has issued an amendment to its user agreement and privacy policy specifically for Ars Technica. The change replaces Section VI(2)(B) of the Conde Nast User Agreement, clarifying that users retain ownership of their content but grant the company a broad, royalty-free license to use it in connection with the service. This modification aims to align the policy with common practices among digital platforms while ensuring promotional and operational flexibility.
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May 23, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Simone Biles turned heads in a baby pink floor-length gown with a plunging neckline for a night out with husband Jonathan Owens. The couple attended the wedding of Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Jones and his wife Jaden. Biles accessorized with diamond necklaces and a light pink manicure. Owens complemented her in a grey suit.
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May 23, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
China's diplomatic calendar is full with visits from Trump, Putin, and Shehbaz Sharif, but that doesn't mean it's winning. The country faces severe domestic challenges: a shrinking labor force, collapsed property market, and capital flight. Its foreign policy is reactive, not strategic. This article explores the reality behind the optics.
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May 23, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The Cannes Film Festival has become the latest front in France’s culture war, with 3,500 actors, directors, and producers signing an open letter accusing media mogul Vincent Bolloré of seeking a ‘far-Right grip’ on French cinema. The controversy erupted after Canal+, controlled by Bolloré, acquired the UGC cinema chain. Canal+ chairman Maxime Saada blacklisted signatories, prompting further backlash. The row highlights growing political polarisation ahead of the 2027 presidential election and raises questions about Bolloré’s expanding media empire, which includes CNews, Europe 1, and Paris Match.
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May 23, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The Cannes Film Festival 2026 saw a showdown between Bollywood icons Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Alia Bhatt, as their red carpet appearances ignited a passionate fan war on social media. While Aishwarya dazzled in a royal blue bodycon gown, Alia opted for a soft blush pink dress, prompting fans to pick sides. The debate highlights the eternal comparison between two generations of Indian cinema.
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May 23, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Carlos Alcaraz, the two-time defending champion, has withdrawn from the 2026 French Open due to a wrist injury sustained at the Barcelona Open, also ruling him out of Wimbledon. Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev have responded, both downplaying the impact of his absence. Djokovic emphasizes his focus on his own fitness, while Medvedev takes a match-by-match approach given his history at Roland Garros.
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May 22, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
At Google I/O 2026, Google announced that Magic Cue is expanding beyond its own apps to third-party platforms, starting with Snapchat. The feature also receives a system-level redesign, appearing as a floating bar at the bottom of the screen, making it more accessible across all apps.
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May 22, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Spotify has unveiled Studio by Spotify Labs, a standalone desktop app that uses AI to create personalized podcasts, daily briefings, and playlists. It leverages your listening history, calendar, and notes to generate audio content tailored to your day. The app is launching as a Research Preview in over 20 markets for users aged 18 and above.
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