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Jacinda Ardern in Sydney Opera House talk advises politicians to ‘rebuild trust by building financial security’
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern told Australian politicians at Sydney Opera House that they must rebuild trust through financial security and avoid polarizing language to address societal divisions.
‘No real sense of appeal’: Vinted sellers complain of unfair account ‘bans’
Vinted sellers report frustration with account suspensions and bans, claiming the platform’s dispute resolution process lacks transparency and meaningful human review of their cases.
Thousands gather at new Albanian antigovernment rally
Thousands of antigovernment protesters clashed with police in Albania’s capital, with authorities deploying tear gas and water cannons, resulting in hundreds injured and dozens arrested.
Thousands of Israelis rally against Netanyahu gov’t days before election
Thousands of Israelis rallied in Tel Aviv three days before elections, demanding accountability for security failures preceding the October 7, 2023 attacks and calling for an independent inquiry.
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‘In Flames’ Director Zarrar Kahn Returns to Toronto With Gym-Incel Rom-Com ‘The Lion Does Not Concern Himself,’ Trailer Unveiled (EXCLUSIVE)
Director Zarrar Kahn returns to Toronto International Film Festival with a romantic comedy following a gym coach navigating toxic online culture and unexpected romance.
‘SNL U.K.’ Season 2 Sets September Date
Saturday Night Live U.K. will debut its second season on Sept. 12 with six episodes, followed by additional installments in early 2027.
AI Music Generator Suno Strikes Licensing Deal With BMG as It Preps New Label-Backed Models
AI music generator Suno has secured a licensing partnership with BMG, covering use of the label’s recordings and songs in training its models as it develops new licensed versions of its technology.
Alex Cooper and Matt Kaplan’s Unwell Media Company Valued at $500 Million After Investment From Patrick Whitesell’s WTSL
Unwell, the media company co-founded by Alex Cooper and Matt Kaplan, has secured its first outside investment from Patrick Whitesell’s WTSL, valuing the business at $500 million.
Norway’s national oil company’s profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
Norway’s Equinor nearly doubled profits to $11.5 billion in the second quarter, benefiting from elevated oil and gas prices triggered by regional geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions.
U.S. Battery Storage Capacity Averaged 70% Growth Over The Last Three Years
U.S. utility-scale battery storage capacity reached nearly 52 GW by mid-2026, with operators planning to add 54 GW over the next two and a half years, marking sustained rapid expansion.
AI Data Centers Are A Regional US Grid Issue, Not A Global Power Crisis
AI data centers are creating significant new electricity demand in concentrated US regions, but global impact remains modest at under 3% of world consumption by 2030, with substantial uncertainty around long-term forecasts.
Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Plan Stalls One Year After Washington Breakthrough
One year after signing a provisional peace deal, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and the US report progress on infrastructure projects but face obstacles in finalizing a comprehensive peace agreement.
Middle East War Pushes China Toward the Arctic Trade Route
China’s shipping firm Sea Legend launches the first regular container service through Arctic waters, offering an alternative to Middle East routes threatened by Houthi attacks and geopolitical tensions.
Alaska’s $55B LNG Mega-Project In Talks With More Buyers Ahead Of FID
Alaska LNG, a $55 billion megaproject, is advancing toward a final investment decision after securing offtake agreements for over 13 million metric tons and negotiating with two additional potential buyers.
Inside the U.S.–Israel–Saudi Plan to Cut Iran Out of Global Oil
The U.S., Israel, and Saudi Arabia are developing infrastructure projects designed to bypass Iranian-controlled maritime chokepoints and reduce Tehran’s control over global oil flows.
Germany’s Hydrogen Industry Is Overselling Its 6 GW Reservation Headline
Germany’s hydrogen industry reported nearly 6 GW in pipeline capacity reservations, but analysis reveals this figure double-counts network capacity and represents minimal actual commercial commitment to hydrogen production or consumption.