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Jun 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Music royalties and AI: what’s changing and why it matters

The music world is dealing with big changes right now. Four big problems are shaking up how artists get paid and how music is made. First, AI tools can now create music, and companies are signing deals to use real songs without always asking artists first. Some big names like Udio and Klay have star

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Jun 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Los Angeles: Film Permits Renewed Amid Industry Struggles

The Los Angeles City Council has extended its partnership with FilmLA for another five years. This decision came despite calls from advocacy groups for changes to the city's permitting process. The groups argue that the current system is too complex and costly, which has contributed to a decline in

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Apr 21 2025BUSINESS

The US is raising the cost for Chinese ships to dock

The US has announced a new strategy to boost its shipbuilding sector by imposing fees on Chinese ships that dock at American ports. This move is part of a larger trade dispute between the US and China. The US has been trying to bring back manufacturing jobs to the country. Critics worry this coul

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Sep 16 2024FINANCE

Will the Crypto Market Survive a Recession?

Recession Fears Sink Crypto Market, But Is It Just a Blip on the Radar? The crypto market has taken a tumble, with Bitcoin and US cryptocurrency-related shares plummeting in value. But is this a sign of impending doom or just a normal correction in an otherwise volatile market? To answer this quest

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