Renowned British artist David Hockney, known for his contributions to the Pop art movement and his distinctive style, has passed away at the age of 88. His work significantly influenced modern art, and he remained a prominent figure in the art world until his death.
Ariana Grande has criticized the White House for using her song 'Bye' in a video depicting the detention of immigrants, calling it 'heinous nonsense' and joining other artists who oppose the Trump administration's use of their music. The White House's TikTok post, which featured the song alongside footage of ICE agents, sparked backlash from musicians including Sabrina Carpenter and SZA. Grande's comments highlight growing tensions between the administration and artists over the use of t…
UK Technology Secretary Liz Kendall has committed to enhancing efforts to direct institutional investment into British AI startups. She emphasized the need for legal reforms to pension fund management to facilitate this shift. The pledges were made during an interview with Bloomberg TV at London Tech Week.
China's Ministry of State Security has accused foreign intelligence agencies of using 'spy turtles' and 'spy fish' equipped with sensors to monitor its waters and collect sensitive marine data. The ministry claims these animals are being used to gather information that could expose vulnerabilities in China's coastal defenses. The allegations highlight an 'invisible secret war' of espionage unfolding in the region.
The United States and Iran have indicated possible progress toward a preliminary deal to end the conflict, with President Trump claiming a draft agreement is close. However, Tehran has denied these claims, leaving the situation uncertain. The potential deal could impact the Strait of Hormuz and global oil markets.
