EU to hit Apple with antitrust violations in Spotify case
The European Commission launched an antitrust probe into whether Apple used its own platform to favour its services over those of rivals.
Sun Feb 18 2024
Taylor Swift first female artist to hit 100 million monthly spotify listeners
It comes as the global megastar continues her The Eras Tour, having recently played four dates in Mexico.
Wed Aug 30 2023
Blackpink's Ddu-Du Ddu-Du makes history as first K-pop video to surpass 2.1 bil YouTube views
The song's resonance with global audiences is further evident in its streaming numbers on Spotify, with an impressive 600 million streams.
Mon Jul 31 2023
Harry and Meghan's Spotify deal comes to an end
The deal was estimated by media to have been worth as much as $20 million or more.
Fri Jun 16 2023
Spotify is stepping up efforts to drive hateful content from its platform
Since the beginning of the year, the global streaming site has reportedly removed 19,000 playlists that violate its hate speech policy.
Sun Oct 02 2022
Should music streaming sites fear the same fate as Netflix?
Music streaming providers fear seeing their growth slow after two years of pandemic.
Sat Apr 30 2022
'The Batman' soundtrack soars on Spotify
The soundtrack has even seen streams up by over 700 pct.
Tue Mar 15 2022
Neil Young takes aim at Spotify CEO, big banks
Singer-songwriter Neil Young has asked employees of Spotify Technology SA to quit their jobs.
Tue Feb 08 2022
US star Joe Rogan, podcaster in eye of misinformation storm
Joe Rogan has spread disinformation about the coronavirus and other topics on the air.
Thu Feb 03 2022
Spotify to link virus content to COVID facts after disinformation row
Music streaming giant Spotify announced it would start guiding listeners of podcasts discussing COVID-19 to facts about the pandemic.
Mon Jan 31 2022
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
China punishes cold-chain managers for 'obstructing' COVID prevention.
Mon Jan 31 2022
Joni Mitchell removes music from Spotify over vaccine misinformation
Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell has announced that she will remove her music from Spotify.
Sun Jan 30 2022
Spotify removing Neil Young's music after his Joe Rogan ultimatum
The Swedish company said it worked to balance "both safety for listeners and freedom for creators".
Thu Jan 27 2022
How TV's coolest characters are getting into podcasts
So forget "Friends," with characters who spend their time catching up over coffee at Central Park. From now on, Friends make podcasts.
Fri Dec 24 2021
When it comes to music, Gen Z has the same taste as their parents
December is the month to take a look back on the year in music.
Wed Dec 08 2021
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024