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ElevenLabs now lets authors create and publish audiobooks on its own platform

ElevenLabs, a voice AI company, has launched a feature enabling authors to publish AI-generated audiobooks through its Reader app. This announcement follows the company’s recent partnership with Spotify to provide AI-narrated audiobooks. Last month, ElevenLabs raised $180 million in funding, and it had previously invited authors to test its publishing program on a trial basis, […]

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The Kids Are Making Hamilton TikTok Viral Again

Pulitzer- and Tony-winning musical Hamilton is experiencing a resurgence in popularity as it marks its 10th anniversary on Broadway. The production celebrated this milestone with a series of anniversary performances, including one to support immigrant communities in the U.S. The increased attention has led to rising ticket prices for shows at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.

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'One video about a dress made me £6,000'

Roxanne Freeman, a single mother, has successfully eliminated her debt through her income earned as a content creator on TikTok. This achievement highlights the potential of social media platforms in providing financial opportunities for individuals. While the rise of TikTok has garnered significant attention for its impact on entertainment and social interactions, many users have

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Emmanuel Macron admits French colonial ‘repression’ in Cameroon independence struggle

French President Emmanuel Macron has recognized the violence inflicted by French forces in Cameroon during the country’s struggle for independence from 1945 to 1971. This acknowledgement follows a report by Cameroonian and French historians that examined France’s oppressive actions during that period. In a letter to Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, Macron stated that the report

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Meta adds another 650 MW of solar power to its AI push

Meta has entered into a significant solar agreement to acquire 650 megawatts of energy from projects being developed by AES in Kansas and Texas. Of this total, 400 megawatts will be generated in Texas, while 250 megawatts will come from Kansas. The deal is part of Meta’s initiative to power its expanding data centers, which

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Call for free bus travel to help under-22s into work

A recent report by MPs has recommended that individuals under 22 years of age in England be provided with free bus passes to facilitate access to work and education. This initiative is proposed in response to a decline in bus journeys throughout England and a rise in fares that outpaces inflation, which can hinder opportunities

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The UK car industry is at a tipping point

The Vauxhall plant in Luton, which began operations in 1905, ceased production on March 28, 2023, marking the end of 120 years of manufacturing vehicles. This closure is attributed to cutbacks at Stellantis, Vauxhall’s parent company, and comes after other significant factory shutdowns, including Honda’s in Swindon in 2021 and Ford’s engine plant in Bridgend

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Australia bid to take on China dominance

In the remote region of Eneabba, Western Australia, significant reserves of rare earth minerals lie beneath the surface, prompting an investment of A$1.65 billion (approximately US$1 billion) by the Australian government in a mining initiative. This massive stockpile, containing critical minerals necessary for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and defense applications, is seen as an opportunity

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Gridcare thinks more than 100 GW of data center capacity is hiding in the grid

Hyperscale technology companies and data center developers face challenges in securing necessary power from utilities, which often cite significant delays for grid connections. Amit Narayan, CEO of Gridcare, highlighted that many AI data centers are struggling with this issue and are actively seeking solutions that may not align with their anticipated timelines. To mitigate the

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Viral Hot Dog Moment in Weapons Has an Emotional Connection to Zach Cregger

Zach Cregger’s horror film “Weapons” premiered recently, captivating audiences with its complex narrative centered around a Pennsylvania town grappling with the disappearance of 17 children from a single third-grade class. These children vanished simultaneously at 2:17 a.m., prompting a community-wide exploration of grief and horror. One notable moment from the film involves a scene featuring

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