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These Senate races may help determine the fate of Social Security
Nine competitive Senate races involve candidates discussing Social Security reform plans ahead of a projected trust fund depletion in late 2032, which could trigger 22% automatic benefit cuts without congressional action.
AMD stock jumps 8% on earnings as data center revenue nearly doubles
Advanced Micro Devices reported third-quarter earnings that beat expectations, with revenue jumping 45% and data center sales nearly doubling. The stock rose 8% in extended trading.
‘People think songwriters go around crying all the time’: Jimmy Webb on his epic hits – and wild drinking days
Legendary songwriter Jimmy Webb, now 80, discusses writing his classic hits including ‘Wichita Lineman’ and ‘MacArthur Park,’ and releases a new album of previously unheard songs after 13 years.
Animated Movie ‘Apple Cadabra – I Shrunk Myself’ Boarded by Epsilon Film (EXCLUSIVE)
Epsilon Film acquires worldwide rights to animated family film “Apple Cadabra – I Shrunk Myself,” based on the German children’s book series “Petronella Applesauce.”
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Paul McCartney becomes first-time nominee for Mercury prize, up against Olivia Dean, Dave and more
Paul McCartney receives his first Mercury Prize nomination for The Boys of Dungeon Lane, competing against Olivia Dean, Dave, Raye, and others in the 2026 shortlist honoring the best British or Irish album.
‘Ramayana’ Trailer: Ranbir Kapoor and Yash Face Off in First Part of Nitesh Tiwari’s Epic
The first trailer for Nitesh Tiwari’s two-part “Ramayana” adaptation has debuted, featuring Ranbir Kapoor as Rama and Yash as demon king Ravana, ahead of a November release.
Zoe Saldaña to Receive Locarno Fest Special Honor
Zoe Saldaña will receive a Special Pardo honor at the 79th Locarno Film Festival, where she will participate in a public conversation on Aug. 10. Composer Claudio Simonetti will also be honored for his contributions to film scores.
San Sebastián New Directors: Billy Lumby, Marlene Emilie Lyngstad, ‘Money Heist’ Star Jaime Lorente and More
San Sebastián’s New Directors competition will feature filmmakers from 13 countries, opening with actor Jaime Lorente’s directorial debut and closing with BAFTA-nominated Billy Lumby’s feature debut.
Britain ‘faces deindustrialisation’ without relief from high energy prices, survey warns
Britain’s manufacturing sector faces potential collapse, with a quarter of companies planning to relocate production overseas and one in ten at risk of insolvency within the next year due to energy costs double those in continental Europe.
Drax cleared after investigation into sourcing of wood pellets
The UK Financial Conduct Authority closed an investigation into Drax power plant’s sustainability claims, concluding there was insufficient evidence to pursue further action after an extensive review.
Great Britain’s grid operator warns again over power supplies in heatwave
Great Britain’s grid operator issued a second emergency call this week for additional electricity supplies as a severe heatwave strained the nation’s power system, requiring expensive imports from continental Europe.
Cost to rewire Great Britain’s electricity network could reach £90bn in 2030s
Great Britain’s electricity network upgrade costs for the 2030s have risen to nearly £90bn, up 50% from earlier estimates, according to the government’s energy system operator.
Billionaire to invest £35bn in small modular nuclear reactors rollout across UK
A consortium led by Polish billionaire Michał Sołowow plans to invest £35 billion in building 14 small modular nuclear reactors across three UK sites, potentially powering millions of homes.
North Sea oil industry urges Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters
The North Sea oil industry appeals to incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, requesting approval for new drilling in British waters to support energy security and reindustrialization efforts.
Q&A: What the EU’s Carbon Market Review Means for Climate Action
The European Commission proposed reforms to the EU’s carbon market on 17 July that would slow emissions cuts from 2031 onward and extend free allowances to companies, potentially allowing billions of additional tonnes of emissions.
Middle East Turmoil and the AI Boom Fuel Windfall for Mining Giants
Rio Tinto and Glencore reported substantial profit increases driven by elevated commodity prices and geopolitical uncertainty from Middle East tensions, with both miners benefiting from AI-driven demand for metals.