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Amazon has made a significant move in the entertainment industry by securing "creative control" over the James Bond franchise in a deal worth more than $1 billion. This decision, which shifts a major aspect of 007’s future to the tech giant, has sparked a variety of reactions from those closely connected to the legendary spy …

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Humane, the ambitious artificial intelligence startup behind the AI Pin, is closing down its hardware division and selling most of its assets to HP for $116 million. The firm announced today that it was ending its much-hyped but ultimately failed experiment in AI-enabled wearable technology. Existing customers who have already bought an AI Pin will …

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Google has revealed a sophisticated AI-driven research aid that can serve as a "co-scientist" intended to accelerate findings and improve the scientific process. The groundbreaking gadget assists scientists in detecting knowledge gaps, developing hypotheses, and finding new areas of scientific inquiry. Alan Karthikesalingam, a Google senior clinician scientist, described the gadget as one that offers …

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The UK saw a steeper-than-projected rise in inflation at the start of the year, adding more strain to domestic budgets and making an early interest rate cut less likely. This hike has prompted concern among policymakers and the general public, with rising living expenses still testing economic stability. The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose to …

Tom Hiddleston at the Toronto International Film Festival

Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell inject new life into Shakespeare's beloved comedy, Much Ado About Nothing, in Jamie Lloyd's lively new production at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. The play, which is famous for its quick wit, mistaken identities, and energetic romantic battles, gets a fresh new voice under Lloyd's direction, combining humor with strongly felt …

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James Bond's legendary film franchise is in the midst of a significant change as Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, the veteran producers, relinquish their positions. The pair, who have been in charge of the 007 world for decades, are handing over creative reins to Amazon MGM Studios, a major change in the future of …

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The long-sought-after journals of Layne Staley, deceased frontman of Alice In Chains, will be released in a new book called This Angry Pen: The Lost Journals of Layne Staley. This highly anticipated publication presents a very personal insight into the inner workings of one of the grunge movement's most enduring voices. The 176-page book, to …

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A$AP Rocky has been acquitted of all charges in his gun assault trial, dodging what would have been a lengthy prison sentence. The celebrity case, which revolved around charges filed by former friend A$AP Relli, ended with the Los Angeles jury delivering a not guilty verdict on two counts of felony assault with a semiautomatic …

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Arne Slot insists that Liverpool are not experiencing a dip in form despite their latest performances, but he admits his side need to regain their ruthless streak to continue their winning streak. A captivating 2-2 draw against Aston Villa demonstrated both their goal-scoring talent and missed opportunities, most notably Darwin Núñez's late-game miss. Slot conceded …

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Manchester City's UEFA Champions League campaign ended in dramatic fashion last night following a 3-1 loss to Real Madrid in the second leg of their quarter-final encounter. Kylian Mbappe was the star of the show at the Santiago Bernabéu, scoring all three goals for the European champions and guaranteeing City's exit from the competition. This …

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The decline in Europe's natural gas consumption has raised questions about the rush to construct new LNG import terminals. However, there is still room to increase LNG imports from the United States, a demand that has been strongly pushed by President Donald Trump. With gas demand in Europe at its lowest in over a decade, …