
Did the AI Drake song breach copyright?
Andres Guadamuz said enforcement of these rights is "very hit and miss" and taken much more seriously in some countries than others.
Mon Apr 24 2023

AI-generated song imitating Drake yanked from streaming services
The use of AI in music is the subject of debate in the industry, with some denouncing copyright abuses and others praising its prowess.
Wed Apr 19 2023

The Weeknd cancels concert in California mid-performance, says he lost his voice
After four songs, The Weeknd said he needed to cancel the show and told the audience they will be getting their money back.
Mon Sep 05 2022

After much hype and delay, Kanye West's 'Donda' has arrived
The two-hour, 27 track-long album features a list of special appearances, including from Jay-Z, The Weeknd, Travis Scott and Lil Baby.
Mon Aug 30 2021

The Weeknd to co-write, produce and star in HBO show
The Weeknd is developing the project with Sam Levinson on the fiction series titled "The Idol".
Thu Jul 01 2021

After being paused by the pandemic, live shows are poised to pump up the volume
Live Nation Entertainment envisages that the sector will get back to normal in 2022.
Fri May 21 2021

Music soothes pandemic blues as 2020 record sales hit high note
With a rise in subscription streaming leading global recorded music revenue growth of 7.4%.
Wed Mar 24 2021

The Weeknd criticizes Grammys over nominations snub
The three-time Grammy winner criticized the Recording Academy after he was severely snubbed despite having one of the years biggest albums with 'After Hours'.
Wed Nov 25 2020

Beyonce dominates surprise Grammy field, marked by snub for The Weeknd
Beyonce led nominations for the 2021 Grammy Awards on Tuesday with nine nods, followed by Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift and Roddy Ricch who got six apiece.
Wed Nov 25 2020

Taylor Swift voted artist of year for sixth time at American Music Awards
K-pop group BTS won two awards, for best pop/rock group and favorite social artists.
Mon Nov 23 2020

Ariana Grande drops sultry new album, backs Biden
Grande's album drop comes at a devastating moment for the music industry, with the lucrative tours artists rely on indefinitely stalled.
Sat Oct 31 2020

Lady Gaga dominates at MTV VMAs, The Weeknd wins top award
Lady Gaga cleaned up at MTV's Video Music Awards Sunday, an unorthodox show that paid socially distanced homage to New York City as themes of voting and racial justice punctuated the night.
Mon Aug 31 2020

The Weeknd announces 2017 world tour
Ahead of his Nov 25 album "Starboy," the Canadian singer-songwriter has announced dates for the North American and European legs of a subsequent tour.
Mon Oct 31 2016

The Weeknd drops second song from forthcoming album 'Starboy'
The Weeknd has shared a second new song from his upcoming "Starboy" album, ahead of its slated release on Nov 25.
Fri Sep 30 2016

The Weeknd sets new Guinness World records
The Weeknd's hard work over the past few years has paid off, as the rapper has set two new Guinness World Records.
Wed Aug 31 2016

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025