US man pleads guilty to defrauding music streamers out of millions using AI

Michael Smith, 52, charged after flooding platforms with thousands of AI songs and boosting them with botsSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxA North Carolina man has pleaded guilty to defrauding music streaming platforms and his fellow musicians out of millions in royalties by flooding the services with thousands of AI-generated songs – and using automated “bots” to artificially boost the number of listens into the billions.As part of a deal with federal prosecutors in New York’s southern district, 52-year-old Michael Smith pleaded guilty on Friday to

Generic versions of Novo Nordisk’s semaglutide begin to flow, priced 50-80% lower than the innovator

Seven major drugmakers announced the launch of their generic versions of semaglutide

Justin Timberlake’s DWI arrest video is released despite his attempt to block it

Footage shows US musician struggling with field sobriety tests he calls ‘really hard’ before his 2024 arrest in New YorkJustin Timberlake struggled to perform field sobriety tests requiring him to walk a straight line and stand on one leg after the pop star was pulled over in New York’s Hamptons in 2024 by police officers who suspected him of driving drunk, according to video footage released on Friday.Timberlake tells officers at one point, “these are like really hard tests.” Continue reading...

22 березня: церковне свято сьогодні, три "не можна" цього дня

Православне свято сьогодні в народі отримало назву Василь Теплий.

BTS thrills K-pop fans with free comeback show for thousands in Seoul

The South Korean megastars thrilled tens of thousands of fans with their first concert in nearly four years following a break for military service and solo careers.

K-pop stars BTS thrill Seoul with comeback concert after military service

The South Korean megastars thrilled tens of thousands of fans with their first concert in nearly four years following a break for military service and solo careers.

В школах России появятся новые учебники по родным языкам регионов

Камера на дні Тихого океану зафіксувала те, до чого вчені не були готові

Неймовірні кадри вдалося зняти команді National Geographic Pristine Seas під час експедиції до берегів Тувалу.

Гороскоп на 22 березня: Близнюкам - дорога і витрати, Ракам - гнів

Овнам радять довіряти інтуїції та не дозволяти емоціям керувати своєю поведінкою.

Що станеться з рівнем холестерину, якщо щодня їсти яйця: як їх краще готувати

Для більшості людей така звичка є безпечною, але є один нюанс.

Perfios net profit jumps 46% in FY25 on strong SaaS growth

Operating revenue grew 20% to ₹669.5 crore, with over 95% coming from services

MoD condemns Iran missile strikes towards UK-US base as Britain ‘dragged’ into war

Weapons fired after PM authorises US to carry out further attacks from UK bases, a move critics say must be approved by parliamentMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesThe Ministry of Defence has condemned Iranian strikes directed towards a US-UK military base on the island of Diego Garcia.Iran fired the missiles after warning that British lives were “in danger” after Keir Starmer authorised the US to carry out further strikes from British bases. Continue reading...

Government approves additional 20% LPG allocation for commercial users

An additional 10% allocation is linked to reforms in piped natural gas (PNG) expansion

Росавиация ограничила работу трех московских аэропортов

MotoGp Brasile, pole di Di Giannantonio davanti a Bezzecchi e Marc Marquez

La Ducati del team VR46 davanti a tutti, undicesimo tempo per Bagnaia

Українці збили кілька іранських дронів в одній з країн Перської затоки, - BBC

Українські зенітні дрони-перехоплювачі стають дедалі популярнішими через війну в Перській затоці.

OpenAI планирует почти удвоить штат сотрудников до конца года

Iranian woman’s video of US-Israel attack ends as bomb hits

The fate is an Iranian woman caught in a US-Israeli bomb attack is unknown, after video emerged of her filming it.

Mps, arriva la terza lista per il cda: Lovaglio torna in corsa come ad. La mossa di Plt Holding

In extremis l’ex socio di Mediobanca, che ha l’1,2% a Siena, ricandida il banchiere estromesso a marzo, e Bisoni come presidente. L’imprenditore Tortora: “Lista aperta a tutti gli azionisti che si riconoscano nella crescita di valore”

Alto funzionario della protezione civile Usa: “Ho usato il teletrasporto”

Gregg Phillips, da dicembre alla guida della Federal Emergency Management Agency, ha dichiarato di essere stato spostato per 65 chilometri a bordo della sua auto contro la sua volontà. : "Non è affatto divertente. Sai che sta accadendo, ma non puoi farci nulla”

Unease in Japan after Trump cites Pearl Harbor to defend Iran war

US president's reference to Japan's 1941 attack has shaken Japanese as PM Takaichi's silence gets mixed reaction.

Маск предложил оплатить работу сотрудников аэропортов во время шатдауна в США

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Has Bombed Thousands of Targets in Iran, but War Aims Are Still Unclear

The U.S. military said it had substantially degraded Tehran’s fighting power, attacking 8,000 targets so far. Iranian forces continued to fire missiles and drones in retaliation.

У Орбана пригрозили Україні реакцією НАТО через атаки на газопровід "Турецький потік"

За словами угорських політиків, спроби України вступити до Європейського Союзу неминуче спровокують Третю світову війну.

Скандал із військовою-учасницею шоу "МастерШеф": у ЗСУ зробили заяву

Військовослужбовиці загрожує від п’яти до десяти років позбавлення волі.

Захарова призвала ООН и МАГАТЭ осудить удар по ядерному объекту в Натанзе

Strictly’s longest-serving female dancer, Karen Hauer, quits show after 14 years

Venezuelan-born dancer posts emotional video saying she plans to take on new projects in other areasStrictly Come Dancing’s longest-serving female professional dancer, Karen Hauer, has quit the show after 14 years.In a video posted on Instagram, Hauer said it was “the right time to close this chapter and take on new projects in other areas I’m passionate about”. Continue reading...

Telecom companies engage with Mumbai Metro for network infrastructure

Industry sources confirmed talks between COAI and MMRCL about managing ACES infrastructure after the cancellation of its third-party contract

LPG shortage hits restaurants across India, industry urges essential status

While Delhi restaurants receive 42% of supply, other states struggle, leading to operational disruptions, reduced service hours, and financial losses estimated at 25–30%

Govt hikes commercial LPG allocation to 50% as domestic output improves

The government announced a 20% increase in funding for key sectors like restaurants, hotels, industrial canteens, food processing units, community kitchens, and subsidized food outlets

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Has Bombed Thousands of Targets in Iran, But War Aims Are Still Unclear

The U.S. military said it had substantially degraded Tehran’s fighting power, attacking 8,000 targets so far. Iranian forces continued to fire missiles and drones in retaliation.

US counter-terrorism chief who resigned says he fears retaliation but has no regrets

Joe Kent, who left Trump administration over Iran war, tells Megyn Kelly ‘facts are on my side’ amid FBI investigationSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThe counter-terrorism official who resigned from Donald Trump’s administration over the US and Israel’s war against Iran has said he is bracing for political retribution – but would do it all again anyway.Asked by conservative podcaster Megyn Kelly if he was concerned about a pre-existing FBI search investigating him for leaking classified information, Kent said he was ambivalent. Continue reading...

52 знищених "Ка": геноцид "Алігаторів" в степах Донбасу

Росіяни вкотре втратили свої ударні гелікоптери Ка-52. Вчора стало відомо, що під час боїв на Донеччині бійці батальйону "Хижаки висот" 59-ї окремої штурмової бригади безпілотних систем СБС знищили один...

Тегеран хоче взяти під контроль головний енергетичний коридор світу, – WSJ

Іран може недооцінювати рішучість Вашингтона та можливості Ізраїлю.

Астроном Карл Саган пояснив, чому Всесвіт не створений для людини

Вчений, чиї ідеї почули 500 мільйонів людей, розбив популярний міф про "особливе" місце нашої планети та закликав подивитися на зірки без ілюзій.

Арагчи: Иран готов помочь проходу японских судов через Ормузский пролив

Middle East crisis live: Trump says US considering ‘winding down’ war; Iran fired missiles at UK-US base on Diego Garcia

President says US ‘getting very close to meeting our objectives’; missiles fired at joint US-UK military base in Indian Ocean but neither hitCircling back now to Diego Garcia, Iran fired two intermediate-range ballistic missiles at the joint US-UK military base in the Indian Ocean – but neither of them hit, according to news reports citing US officials.The Wall Street Journal said one of the missiles failed in flight, and that a US warship fired an SM-3 interceptor at the other, citing two US officials. It could not be determined if an interception was made, one said. Continue reading...

India to begin carbon market trading in the country within four months, says Union Power Minister

"Within the next four months, formal trading in the carbon market will start in the country," the Union Minister said on the sidelines of the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 held in Delhi

How the FBI can conduct mass surveillance – even without AI

Anthropic fought against the government’s misuse of its technology, but authorities are buying Americans’ data, enabling them to surveil citizens at scaleThe FBI declares it can conduct mass surveillance without AI, despite Anthropic’s protest.A central part of the standoff between Anthropic and the Department of Defense has revolved around the artificial intelligence firm’s refusal to allow its technology to be used for mass domestic surveillance. Yet even without the cooperation of AI firms, remarks this week from Kash Patel, FBI director, show how authorities are by any reasonable measure a

Jason K. Stearns, chercheur : « Les sanctions américaines contre le Rwanda marquent un virage majeur dans le conflit en RDC »

La République démocratique du Congo est devenue un enjeu pour Washington, qui cherche notamment à obtenir un accès aux minerais du riche sous-sol de ce pays, analyse le professeur américain.

Spaventosa caduta nella Milano-Sanremo donne. Debora Silvestri vola oltre un parapetto di tre metri

La ciclista veronese, coinvolta nella carambola causata dalla polacca Newiadoma, non ha perso conoscenza dopo il violentissimo impatto

BTS’s Comeback Show Was Heavy on Their New Album

The concert in Seoul’s historic center was a grand homecoming for a pivotal force of South Korean soft power. RM, the group’s leader, performed through an ankle injury.

K-Pop’s BTS Returns to the Stage

The group’s first concert in nearly four years — held in the historic center of Seoul — was heavy on songs from its new album. They also played a few old hits.

Економіка Ірану дозволить воювати з США навіть без нафтових доходів: розбір Foreign Policy

Попри роки максимальних санкцій та поточне обмеження нафтового експорту, Іран все ще має резерви для затяжної війни.

Divi’s Laboratories gets I-T Dept’s draft assessment order indicating ₹570 cr addition for FY23

The additions proposed were on account of Transfer Pricing adjustments on specified domestic transactions and corporate tax adjustments

Think. Over the week

The Editorial also lauded the Finance Ministry’s initiative of drawing up various scenarios on the war’s economic impact and placing them before Parliament

Eid greetings: Modi flags shipping security, safety of Indians in call with Iran’s President

We expressed hope that this festive season brings peace, stability and prosperity to West Asia, Modi said in a post on social media platform `X’ on Saturday

Alabama student reportedly fell to his death in Barcelona waters by accident

Autopsy reveals James ‘Jimmy’ Gracey’s injuries consistent with repeatedly hitting breakwater’s rocks, Spanish media reportA University of Alabama student who was found dead in Barcelona after going missing while vacationing evidently fell into the sea on accident in view of surveillance cameras – and an autopsy revealed injuries on his body that were consistent with having repeatedly struck a breakwater’s rocks.Such details about James “Jimmy” Gracey surfaced in the Spanish media as a spokesperson for police in Barcelona told the Associated Press that “all signs point” to the 20-year-old’s de

Valanga travolge dieci persone in Alto Adige, in corso maxi operazione di soccorso

L'incidente è avvenuto ad una quota di 2.300 metri. A supporto è stata allertata anche la centrale operativa di Innsbruck

Valanga travolge dieci persone in Alto Adige: 2 scialpinisti morti

L'incidente è avvenuto ad una quota di 2.300 metri. A supporto è stata allertata anche la centrale operativa di Innsbruck

Valanga travolge dieci persone in Alto Adige: due scialpinisti morti e cinque feriti gravi

L'incidente è avvenuto ad una quota di 2.300 metri. A supporto è stata allertata anche la centrale operativa di Innsbruck

Valanga in Alto Adige: morti due scialpinisti, feriti altri cinque, di cui tre gravi

L'incidente è avvenuto ad una quota di 2.300 metri. A supporto è stata allertata anche la centrale operativa di Innsbruck

Минцифры опровергло введение «белых списков» у домашних интернет-провайдеров

Отключения по причинам безопасности не касаются домашнего интернета

“Mi hai stuprata virtualmente”, lo scandalo del porno deepfake che sta scuotendo la Germania

La nota attrice Collien Fernandes ha denunciato dalle colonne dello “Spiegel” l’ex marito e collega Christian Ulmen che per anni ha diffuso e venduto online falsi contenuti pornografici manipolati con l’Ia che la vedevano protagonista. Ora Berlino pensa a una legge per proteggere le vittime

BJP releases final candidate list for 2026 Puducherry Assembly elections

As part of the NDA alliance, the BJP will field candidates in 10 constituencies and the All India N.R. Congress in 16 seats