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Spotify to add label for AI-generated artists and remove them from recommendations

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 5:53am
The new feature, starting from mid-September, will tell listeners if an artist is AI-generated.

Phones banned in Edinburgh schools - but still no pouches to keep them in

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 5:13am
The council say the pouches will not be ready until next month at the earliest, as the new system is still being tested.

X-Men star Nicholas Hoult joins cast of Harry Potter TV show

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 5:03am
Hoult, known for his roles in X-Men, Superman and Mad Max: Fury Road, will play Gilderoy Lockhart.

X-Men star Nicholas Hoult joins cast of Harry Potter TV show

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 5:03am
Hoult, known for his roles in X-Men, Superman and Mad Max: Fury Road, will play Gilderoy Lockhart.

Wisconsin result halts winning streak for Democratic Party's left wing

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 4:55am
Centrist David Crowley is projected to have beaten democratic socialist Francesca Hong, breaking a recent nationwide trend.

Is Trump trying to influence foreign elections?

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 4:00am
In Brazil and elsewhere, leaders raise concerns over alleged election meddling by the US.

Is Trump trying to influence foreign elections?

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 4:00am
In Brazil and elsewhere, leaders raise concerns over alleged election meddling by the US.

Early release scheme risks more serious crimes, probation chief inspector warns

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 3:57am
The chief inspector of probation for England and Wales tells the BBC services are already under "unprecedented pressure".

Indian labourers dream of striking it rich after finding diamond

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 3:47am
The seven men found a 17.96-carat gem-quality diamond in central India's Panna.

Chelsea sign Chavarria in £16m deal - who is the left-back?

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 3:29am
Pep Chavarria joins Chelsea on a five-year deal, having played in the Spanish lower leagues until he was 24.

Homes near pylons to get £250 a year off energy bills – first sites revealed

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 2:30am
Households living within 1,600ft of upgraded pylons will get £250 a year off their electricity bills.

Rod Stewart calls off US tour after 'routine' heart procedure

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 2:29am
The 81-year-old singer has been advised by doctors to recuperate for the next four weeks.

Depay says Corinthians 'unacceptable' as contract ends

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 1:35am
Memphis Depay accuses Corinthians of "unacceptable behaviour" and of breaching an agreement after the Brazilian club decided against renewing his contract.

Serious failings found in new military crimes unit, leaked report finds

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 1:32am
A leaked internal review warns of concerns about a new unit investigating the most serious crimes.

Slot to stay in club football after Netherlands talks

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 1:20am
Former Liverpool head coach Arne Slot confirms talks for Netherlands managerial vacancy but says his next job will be in club football.

Why is the women's 800m record so tough to break?

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 1:13am
The world record for the women's 800m is the longest standing in athletics. No-one has managed to break it for 43 years. Why is it such a tough task?

Why is the women's 800m record so tough to break?

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 1:13am
The world record for the women's 800m is the longest-standing in athletics. No-one has managed to break it for 43 years. Why?

Can PSG do a three-peat and win six trophies this season?

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 12:43am
Paris St-Germain aim to start their season as they hope to end it - by winning a European trophy.

Emery chases first Super Cup - but does it matter?

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 12:26am
Aston Villa are competing in the Super Cup for the first time since 1982, but manager Unai Emery has much more recent experience of the match.

Watch: British driver who broke sound barrier sets new speed record

Wed, 08/12/2026 - 12:24am
Andy Green set the fastest time ever recorded in a hydrogen-powered car, reaching 406mph (654km/h).

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