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For My Sunday Song #443, we are going full on Rockabilly with “Elvis on Velvet” by Stray Cats. The song was the first single off their 1992 album ‘Choo Choo Hot Fish’. By 1992, I didn’t even realize that Stray Cats were still an album and song producing entity. It wasn’t until I came across their 1997 greatest hits compilation, ‘Runaway Boys: A Retrospective ’81-’92’ that I ever heard this song. It was the last song on that compilation and when I heard I was blown away. I mean completely floored. I think I hit repeat on that one song…

Industrial researchers are sounding the alarm as thousands of AI companies are being eliminated in the wake of the first wave of AI fever sparked by OpenAI. At the same time, however, prominent tech leaders and Silicon Valley CEOs such as Jensen Huang continue to promote the narrative of China’s technological leadership in AI. While it is understandable that hardware manufacturers may emphasize growth potential in China for commercial reasons, it is more puzzling to see segments of US media and academia amplifying what increasingly resembles a state-driven narrative. This disconnect warrants closer scrutiny — not just of China’s capabilities,…

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) gave the green light to face Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025, set to commence on September 9 in the UAE. Fans questioned the BCCI’s double stance on cricketing ties with their archrivals, as India had avoided playing Pakistan in the World Championship of Legends. The deadly terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22 worsened tensions between India and Pakistan. In response, the Indian Army launched Operation Sindoor, targeting terror camps in Pakistan and PoK. The BCCI, hosts of the Asia Cup, reportedly decided to boycott the tournament due to political…

The Vancouver Canucks continue to talk to Jack Roslovic, but is he really a second line option? Rick Dhaliwal: The Vancouver Canucks continue to talk with UFA forward Jack Roslovic. Not sure how it will end up. Patrick Johnston of The Province: The Vancouver Canucks are looking for a second-line center option. They’ve been linked to Jack Roslovic, but is he good enough for the second line? He’s averaged 40 points over 82 games over his career. Filip Chytil is their current second-line center, but he has a concussion history. There is also an interest in Anaheim Ducks RFA Mason…

Faarea MasudBusiness reporter, BBC NewsMohaimonMohaimon says he would rather save for a deposit for a house than his retirementAlmost half of working-age adults are not paying into a private or workplace pension, the government revealed this week.The self-employed, low earners and women are less likely to have their own pension – while only one-in-four people of Pakistani or Bangladeshi background have one.The BBC spoke to some of those who do not have a workplace or private pension to find out why.”I am more worried about surviving day-to-day than worrying about the future,” says 29-year-old Mohaimon.Originally from Bangladesh and now living…

Giggle Academy and American Legion Charities have announced a $2 million partnership to launch a new scholarship initiative aimed at supporting the children of America’s fallen and disabled service members through education in blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI). The program will provide up to $20,000 in educational grants to underserved students from military families, especially those impacted by the death or disability of a parent in the line of duty. At its core is an annual competition centered on practical blockchain and AI questions under the theme: “What’s broken, and how would you fix it?” Founded in 2024 by tech…

Seraphinne ValloraThis model isn’t real, but her beauty standards might still be influentialThere’s a new supermodel in town. She’s striking, stylish… and not real. In August’s print edition of Vogue, a Guess advert features a flawless blonde model showing off a striped maxi dress and a floral playsuit from the brand’s summer collection.In small print in one corner, the ad reveals that she was created using AI.While Vogue says the AI model was not an editorial decision, it is the first time an AI-generated person has featured in the magazine.The advert has been met with controversy and raises questions about…

By Brian Green, updated July 25, 2025As Ethereum continues to grow in popularity and usage, the need for faster and cheaper transactions has never been more urgent. That’s where Layer-2 solutions come in. These networks are built on top of Ethereum to help scale the ecosystem, reduce fees, and improve user experience — all without sacrificing security. With multiple options now available, many users are asking a critical question: what is the best Layer-2 for 2025?In 2025, the Layer-2 landscape is more competitive than ever. Among the top players are Arbitrum, Base, and zkSync. Each one has unique features, communities,…

Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has sparked debate by questioning India’s decision to participate in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, just a day after the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) released the tournament schedule.Taking to social media, Kaneria wrote: “Indian players boycotted WCL and called it national duty. But now Asia Cup vs Pakistan is just fine? If cricket with Pakistan is okay, then WCL should’ve been too. Stop using patriotism when it suits you. Let sport be sport — not propaganda.”Kaneria’s remarks reference India’s withdrawal from a match against Pakistan during the World Championship of Legends (WCL) in July. The…

As thousands of students graduate this summer and prepare to enter the workforce, many are rethinking their first big move. A newly released study by payroll giant ADP analysed job markets across the US and found that the most promising cities for new graduates in 2025 aren’t just the biggest or trendiest — they’re the ones that combine solid pay, strong hiring rates, and realistic living costs.Here’s a breakdown of the top cities where young professionals are landing jobs fast — and keeping more of their paycheck.US cities for new graduates in 2025While cities like San Francisco, Boston, and New…