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Month: October 2025

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ lead vocalists reveal Kendrick Lamar as source of inspiration

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While the lead vocalists in animated film KPop Demon Hunters are largely inspired by the work of other K-Pop artists, EJAE, Rei Ami and Audrey Nuna said they also admire Black American hip-hop stars like Kendrick Lamar, Missy Elliott and Doechii. “I think I discovered West Coast rap in high school, and I learned a lot about storytelling, lyricism and rhythm,” Korean American rapper and singer Rei … Read more

UK boosts satellite defence against rising space threats

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Britain is building sensors to counter lasers that adversaries might use to blind satellites or intercept and interrupt communications, the UK government said on Friday. The government said it will spend about £500,000 ($672,750) on the project, which involves UK Space Command and the UK Space Agency. A UK-government commissioned security review published this summer … Read more

Bangladesh cruise to win over Pakistan in Women’s World Cup

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COLOMBO: Bangladesh kicked off their Women’s Cricket World Cup campaign in style, cantering past Pakistan’s modest 129 with seven wickets and 18.5 overs to spare in Colombo on Thursday. On WODI debut, opener Rubya Haider announced herself with an unbeaten half-century, steering the chase with the composure of a seasoned pro as Bangladesh barely broke … Read more

Philippine quake death toll risesto 72

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BOGO: The death toll from a powerful earthquake in the central Philippines rose to 72 on Thursday, rescuers said, as officials turned their efforts to the hundreds injured and thousands left homeless. Firefighters and rescuers pulled a woman and her child from the rubble of a collapsed hotel overnight Wednesday in the city of Bogo, … Read more

Deepfake political scam ads surge on Meta platforms

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WASHINGTON: Scammers are among the top political ad spenders on Meta’s platforms, using deepfake videos of American politicians — including President Donald Trump — to promote fake government benefits, a watchdog group said Wednesday. The nonprofit Tech Transparency Project (TTP) said it identified 63 scam advertisers that collectively spent $49 million on Facebook and Instagram, often targeting … Read more

FIFA unveils Trionda, the official ball of the 2026 World Cup

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NEW YORK: FIFA has unveiled the official match ball for the 2026 World Cup, combining high-tech refinements and design details celebrating the three co-host countries — the United States, Mexico and Canada. The ball, called Trionda, was again designed by German manufacturer Adidas, provider of the official World Cup balls since the 1970 tournament. “I … Read more

Auto parts makers oppose IMF push for liberalisation

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[ LAHORE: The Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (Paapam) has expressed strong concern over the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) recent push for trade liberalisation, particularly the proposals for reduction in tariff protections and allowing commercial imports of used vehicles. While supporting Pakistan’s goals of economic efficiency and environmental sustainability, the association cautioned … Read more