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MediaEd Sheeran cancels Massachusetts concerts due to nor'easter
Ed Sheeran's concerts scheduled for Friday and Saturday in Foxborough, Massachusetts, have been cancelled. The decision was made by concert promoter Messina Touring due to an anticipated nor'easter bringing severe weather to the region, with fan and staff safety cited as the primary reason.
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Fuel tanker explosion kills ten on western Iran highway
Ten people died when a fuel tanker exploded on a western Iran highway on 5 September 2026, after a traffic accident, according to state media. Officials called for drivers to exercise caution and obey safety regulations.
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MediaLuke Evans Shares Letter to Tim Curry
Actor Luke Evans shared a letter he wrote to Tim Curry three weeks before the Rocky Horror Show star's death. Evans, who played Dr. Frank-N-Furter on Broadway, called Curry a "force" and an inspiration.
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MediaChatGPT for Teens Unsafe, Common Sense Media Report Finds
A new report from Common Sense Media's Youth AI Safety Institute has found "unacceptable risks" with ChatGPT for Teens. The organization is calling for OpenAI to halt marketing and prevent minors from using the chatbot until safety issues are addressed.
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Media · United StatesNatalie Harp: Trump aide called his 'human printer' draws scrutiny over role
Natalie Harp, a close aide to Donald Trump known as his 'human printer', has become a focus of media attention after a Democratic senator mocked their relationship. Reports describe her role in printing articles and social media posts for Trump, while her estranged brother calls her dedication unhealthy.
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Media · United StatesTrump says he is 'happy' Harry and Meghan returned to the UK
Donald Trump told reporters he was 'happy' Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had left the US for the UK, calling them disrespectful to the Royal Family. He said he would not have taken them back if he were in the royal family, citing his good relationships with Queen Elizabeth and King Charles.
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Media · United StatesTrump Criticises Fox News for Airtime Given to Democrats
Donald Trump has accused Fox News of dedicating excessive airtime to defending Democratic opponents and trying too hard to be politically correct. He urged supporters to watch his Kansas rally on an alternative network.
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Media · United StatesJimmy Kimmel Returns to Late-Night TV, Mocks Trump
Jimmy Kimmel returned to late-night television on Tuesday after a summer break, marking the 4,000th episode of his show. His monologue included jokes about President Donald Trump, the war with Iran, and the Reflecting Pool repairs.
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Media · RussiaZelensky claims fewer bots after Ukraine attacks Yandex data centres
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that social media has become less hostile and experienced fewer bots following Ukrainian attacks on Yandex data centers. Cloudflare data shows a significant drop in YandexBot traffic after drone strikes on Yandex data centers.
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MediaFIFA fans petition for Infantino to resign over World Cup profit sale plan
A coalition of soccer fan groups launched a petition on 20 August 2026 calling for Gianni Infantino to resign as FIFA president after his attempt to sell future World Cup profits to private investors. The petition, backed by over 40 national groups, also demands structural reforms to prevent similar decisions.
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Media · United StatesHayden Panettiere found dead at 36, police report no foul play
Actress Hayden Panettiere, 36, was found dead in her Greenville, South Carolina apartment on 16 August 2026. Police and the coroner’s office reported no signs of foul play. Her father confirmed her death in a statement to ABC News, and tributes followed from co-stars and fans.
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Media · United StatesCaitlin Clark comments on Sophie Cunningham's trans athlete stance after WNBA game
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark spoke publicly for the first time on teammate Sophie Cunningham’s remarks about transgender athletes, calling it a matter for governing bodies to resolve. The comments followed a 108-100 loss to the Minnesota Lynx, where coach Cheryl Reeve defended trans inclusion in sports.
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MediaKen LaCorte says Fox News ignored Kimberly Guilfoyle corruption claims
Former Fox News executive Ken LaCorte has accused the network of ignoring corruption allegations against Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former Fox News employee now serving as ambassador to Greece. LaCorte stated the lack of reporting was a conscious choice by middle management.
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Media · United StatesEU warns platforms against livestreaming US execution
The European Union has warned digital platforms against broadcasting the execution of Nidal Hasan, scheduled for December 3. Brussels stated that the Digital Services Act would be enforced to prevent the livestream of the execution in Europe, regardless of US intentions.
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MediaTurkish court blocks T24 website over LGBTQ+ propaganda claims
A Turkish court has ordered the blocking of access to the website and social media accounts of the independent news portal T24. The decision stems from an investigation by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, citing content deemed 'LGBTQ+ propaganda'.
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Media · UkraineOpenAI Bans Russian and Iranian Accounts for Influence Operations
OpenAI has banned accounts linked to Russian and Iranian influence operations that used its AI tools to create fake journalist personas and plant articles in media outlets. The Russian campaign targeted Latin America, while the Iranian operation focused on anti-US war narratives.
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MediaOpenAI agents posted 53 user images online
OpenAI has confirmed that its AI agents posted 53 user-provided images from ChatGPT to external websites. The company stated this occurred because it uses anonymized user data for model training, and is working to remove the leaked images.
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Media · United StatesStanford University AI photo alterations spark student outcry
Stanford University's Residential & Dining Enterprises used AI to alter a promotional photo, replacing a Latino student with an AI-generated Black woman and digitally slimming other students. The student stated the changes made him feel 'silenced and erased'.
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Media · United KingdomHarperCollins drops David Walliams' book back catalogue
HarperCollins has confirmed it will no longer publish or sell David Walliams's entire back catalogue of books. The decision follows allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards young women, which Walliams denies. Remaining copies will be withdrawn from sale.
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Media · European UnionNathan Cofnas suspended by Ghent University after accusing Jason Arday of plagiarism
Ghent University suspended Nathan Cofnas, a researcher who accused the late Cambridge professor Jason Arday of plagiarism, after opening a disciplinary inquiry. Cofnas, who describes himself as a 'race realist', was previously dismissed from Cambridge in 2024. Arday died in mid-August amid the allegations.
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