Jul 10, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
BLACKPINK's LISA, Brazilian star Anitta, and Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema performed their collaborative track 'Goals' at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Los Angeles. The event marked LISA as the first Thai artist and first female K-pop act to headline a World Cup opening ceremony. Future and Tyla also performed, while the ceremony included performances by Katy Perry, Dan + Shay, Andrea Bocelli, and EJAE.
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Jul 07, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A new report suggests BTS member Suga was among the first South Korean investors in SpaceX before its IPO. The investment, reportedly made through Link Asset Partners, could have yielded substantial returns given SpaceX's soaring valuation. HYBE declined to confirm or deny, citing its policy on artists' private finances.
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Jul 07, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Utah has quietly become the first US state to let an AI chatbot, Doctronic, renew prescriptions without a doctor through a regulatory sandbox that waives licensing laws. The state's medical licensing board, blindsided by the January launch, called in April for the pilot to be halted over safety risks, but the state refused. The case exposes a federal-state regulatory vacuum around AI in medicine. Critics warn that prescription renewals are not routine checkboxes and that removing humans from care can undermine patient safety.
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Jul 05, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The Detroit Pistons are exploring a blockbuster trade to acquire Kyrie Irving from the Dallas Mavericks. In exchange, they would send Duncan Robinson, Caris LeVert, Ron Holland II, and a 2028 first-round pick. The move could give Cade Cunningham a dynamic backcourt partner, but raises questions about depth and Irving's injury history.
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Jul 04, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Blackpink’s Jennie has released her highly anticipated solo single “You & Me,” marking her first solo music since 2018’s “Solo.” The song, which debuted during the group’s Born Pink tour, is a heartfelt love anthem with pulsating beats. Fans have eagerly awaited this official studio version, and it signals the start of a promising new solo era for the K-pop star.
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Jul 01, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Dua Lipa has opened her first physical library, The Manifesto Library, at Livraria Lello in Porto, Portugal. The library houses 100 curated books that have been banned or challenged worldwide, organized around themes of power, control, voice, and memory. This initiative reflects Lipa's commitment to intellectual freedom and her Service95 Book Club's mission to foster dialogue.
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Jun 29, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A fresh leak indicates Xiaomi's upcoming flagship, likely the Xiaomi 18 Pro, could start at 6,000 yuan ($882), a significant jump from the Xiaomi 17 Pro. The price hike is attributed to rising DRAM and NAND costs due to AI demand, as well as the adoption of Qualcomm's next-gen Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset. Xiaomi may be first to launch with this powerful new platform, but buyers will need to budget more for the premium experience.
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Jun 28, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Anthropic has joined the Frontier carbon removal collective, contributing to a new $915 million funding tranche. As the first pure AI startup in the coalition, this marks Anthropic's initial climate-related deal. Frontier now has $1.8 billion in total pledges and has contracted nearly $700 million across 50 projects to remove 1.8 million tons of carbon.
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Jun 26, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
This article traces the evolving relationship between pop superstars Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo, from their early mentor-mentee dynamic to retroactive songwriting credits and fan speculation about a rift. Key milestones include Swift's praise for Rodrigo's covers, their first meeting at the Brit Awards, and the controversial credit additions for 'Deja Vu' and 'Good 4 U.' The timeline also covers Rodrigo's decision not to attend the Eras Tour and her indirect responses to feud rumors.
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Jun 24, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A scathing report from the Home Affairs Committee has declared the UK government's initial digital ID launch a 'fiasco,' citing poor communication, shifting objectives, and damage to public trust. The committee criticises the rushed announcement and highlights the need for robust safeguards and industry collaboration. The government has since backtracked on mandatory aspects and launched a consultation, but faces an uphill battle to rebuild confidence.
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Jun 24, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst addressed the media after the 2026 NBA Draft, where the team made two lottery picks for the first time in over a decade. With the trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo looming, Horst emphasized building through character, positional size, and players who can process the game on both ends. The Bucks selected Nate Ament with the 13th pick and Brayden Burries with the 10th pick, signaling a new era for the franchise.
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Jun 22, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged stronger protections for the hundreds of thousands of Bangladeshi migrant workers who face exploitation. During a joint press conference with Bangladeshi PM Tarique Rahman, Anwar condemned labour abuses and vowed to tackle fraudulent recruitment. The visit marks Rahman's first foreign trip since taking office, highlighting the critical role of migrant labour in Malaysia's economy.
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