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Lights will stay on this winter, grid operator says after concerns
Britain’s grid operator says the electricity system will remain secure through winter despite engineer concerns about managing renewable energy supply amid geopolitical pressures.
UK consumer confidence falls at fastest rate since Brexit vote as cost of living bites
UK consumer confidence dropped 11 percentage points in October to -24, marking the steepest decline since the 2016 Brexit vote amid rising cost-of-living pressures and Middle East conflict impacts.
Texas Researchers Say Permian Wastewater Could Cool AI Data Centers
University of Texas researchers propose using treated wastewater from oil and gas operations in the Permian Basin to cool artificial intelligence data centers, potentially addressing water scarcity concerns.
Oil Prices Stay High as War Keeps Supply Tight Into 2027
Oil prices remain elevated as the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran continues, with Brent crude futures for January 2027 trading at $102.59 per barrel, signaling expectations of prolonged supply constraints.
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Selena Gomez pushes back against ‘frivolous’ fraud claims
Selena Gomez is contesting fraud allegations from investors in mental health platform Wondermind, which she cofounded with her mother five years ago. Her legal team argues the claims are meritless and says she should be dismissed from the case.
Moritz de Hadeln obituary
Moritz de Hadeln, who founded or directed five major film festivals including Locarno and Berlin, has died at 85. He transformed several events into prominent platforms for cinema.
Simon Clarkson obituary
Simon Clarkson, an accomplished organist and dedicated music educator who worked at several prestigious British schools, has died of cancer at age 61.
Reading Festival: Messy singer Lola Young makes surprise final day appearance
Lola Young made a surprise appearance at Reading Festival on the final day, performing hits including her number one single Messy as part of her return following a health crisis last year.
Olivia Rodrigo’s Inaugural Daisy Chain Fields Draws Massive Crowd to SoCal for a Day of Music and Empowerment
Olivia Rodrigo’s inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival drew 45,000 attendees to Irvine’s Great Park, featuring an all-women lineup and raising $20 million for women-focused organizations.
Finneas O’Connell and Claudia Sulewski Are Married
Finneas O’Connell, music producer and Billie Eilish’s brother, married YouTuber and skincare entrepreneur Claudia Sulewski on Saturday in Montecito, California.
This actor was told he had Alzheimer’s, now he’s performing a one-man show
An 85-year-old British actor diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease is performing a Samuel Beckett one-man play at a London theatre, with specialized support accommodations in place.
Naya Rivera and Ryan Dorsey’s 10-Year-Old Son, Josey, Lands First Film Role
Josey Dorsey, 10-year-old son of actors Naya Rivera and Ryan Dorsey, has secured his first film role in The Burning Valley, potentially appearing alongside his father.
Hints of fiery finale for last ever episode of River City
River City concludes after 24 years with its final episode airing Monday, featuring a dramatic fire scene centered on the show’s arch-villain character Lenny Murdoch.
Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters Boards Palestinian Art and Resistance Documentary ‘Freedom Theatre’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Roger Waters joined as executive producer on documentarian Rishi Pelham’s “Freedom Theatre,” which follows an artist’s efforts to preserve a theater in Palestine’s Jenin refugee camp.
Helsinki’s Finnish Film Affair Unveils Film, Series Pitches and Panels, Strikes First Nordic Genre Lab Partnership (EXCLUSIVE)
Helsinki’s Finnish Film Affair will unveil 38 film and television projects during its market event running September 23-25, featuring genre content, documentaries, and panel discussions with international industry experts.
Rintaro Returns to Korea After 17 Years for Busan’s Japanese Animation Special
The 31st Busan International Film Festival unveils a 13-film Japanese Animation Special program, marking animator Rintaro’s first Korea visit in 17 years alongside four next-generation directors.