Universal & Nvidia Partner on Responsible AI for Music
Universal Music Group partners with Nvidia to pioneer responsible AI tools for music creation, aiming to protect copyright and prevent generic 'AI slop'. A potential industry blueprint emerges.
Universal Music Group partners with Nvidia to pioneer responsible AI tools for music creation, aiming to protect copyright and prevent generic 'AI slop'. A potential industry blueprint emerges.
Rosalía's chart-topping album 'Lux' uses rich Catholic symbolism to grapple with modern complexity. We analyse its themes of transcendence and Spain's cultural landscape.
Amazon is offering Prime members four months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free, including ad-free music, podcasts, and Audible. This limited-time deal expires on January 9, 2026.
Blue's seventh album 'Reflections' attempts to recapture their Y2K boyband magic but delivers a clunky rehash, sounding like Westlife on a bad day. Read our full review.
Explore a curated list of 20 iconic songs about fresh starts, from Fleetwood Mac's 'Don't Stop' to The Beatles' 'Here Comes the Sun'. Discover the stories behind the music.
Amazon launches a limited-time offer giving Prime members four months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free. Access 100 million songs, podcasts, and audiobooks. Deal ends January 9.
Grab four months of Amazon Music Unlimited free before January 9th. Enjoy 100 million songs, podcasts, and an audiobook, ad-free. Perfect for beating the January blues.
Alex Young, once a teen EDM star, reveals how UK dance culture helped him reinvent himself as Villager after addiction struggles. Discover his unique sound.
Two half-brothers serving life for killing a priest in 1988 allege years of sexual abuse by clergy, revealing a dark chapter in the New Orleans archdiocese bankruptcy saga. Read their full story.
Bishop Michael Pham, a former Vietnamese boat refugee, now leads clergy and volunteers to accompany immigrants at ICE hearings in San Diego, offering spiritual support in the face of rising arrests.
Maddy, 24, and Luke, 26, discuss the pressures of being newlyweds, differing sex drives, and how marriage brought them new sexual freedom. Read their candid story.
After a protracted five-year bankruptcy, the New Orleans archdiocese agrees to a $305m settlement with clergy abuse survivors, amidst allegations of secrecy and delayed justice. Read the full investigation.
Danish duo Snuggle's debut album 'Goodbyehouse' became a 2025 underground hit. Discover their journey through loss, the Copenhagen scene, and major 2026 festival bookings.
A group of retired nuns in Italy, led by a 98-year-old, have become social media sensations with their positive and humorous videos, gaining over 145,000 followers. Discover their inspiring story.
From paranoid folk to pop-dubstep classics, journalists reveal the forgotten tracks that became their most replayed revelations of the year. Discover the hidden gems.
In his inaugural Christmas Eve sermon, Pope Leo delivers a powerful message linking care for migrants and the poor to divine acceptance. Read his urgent call for compassion.
More than 100 Nigerian schoolchildren and teachers abducted in November have been released, with emotional family reunions just before Christmas. Read the full story.
Explore the surprising wave of British literary figures, from Evelyn Waugh to Muriel Spark, who converted to Catholicism between 1910 and 1960. A new book examines their profound journeys.
Music legend Barry Manilow reveals early-stage lung cancer diagnosis, requiring surgery. The 82-year-old has postponed Las Vegas shows but plans a Valentine's Day comeback. Read his full statement.
Discover the groundbreaking sounds of 2025. Our definitive list of the year's most innovative experimental albums pushes musical boundaries. Listen now!
Pope Leo appoints Bishop Richard Moth as the 12th Archbishop of Westminster, succeeding Cardinal Vincent Nichols. Installation set for 14 February at Westminster Cathedral.
From Lily Allen to Bon Iver, 2025's most acclaimed music is defined by raw human emotion and grief. Discover why this creative depth offers hope against the rise of AI-generated pop.
TikTok sensation Addison Rae reflects on her Grammy-nominated debut album, learning to navigate fame, and why 'life is lonely' in an exclusive interview. Discover her journey from viral dancer to critical acclaim.
A Portuguese priest is touring the world as a superstar DJ, playing to thousands in Latin America. Father Guilherme Peixoto mixes spiritual messages with intense beats to connect with young Catholics. Read his unique story.
From Renaissance art believed to cure plague to a modern £380m bird food industry, the goldfinch's red face has captivated us for centuries. Discover the folklore and magic in your Derbyshire garden.
Lady Gaga's sixth album 'Mayhem' marks a triumphant return to her operatic electroclash roots, securing the No. 5 spot in the year's best albums. Discover the review.
The Right Rev Thomas McMahon, Bishop of Brentwood for 38 years and a tireless campaigner for nuclear disarmament and social justice, has died aged 88. Read about his remarkable legacy.
Heather Jones, 33, speaks out after priest Robert Sullivan's resignation. She alleges a relationship began when she was 17. 'There is no real winner,' she says.
Explore Melbourne DJ Moopie's indie label A Colourful Storm and its charming new compilation 'Going Back to Sleep', featuring Daily Toll and Who Cares?. Plus, the week's best new music from Flea to Jana Horn.
Oasis fans can visit a special pop-up shop on Regent Street from 4-21 December for exclusive merchandise, personalised items, and tour memories. Find dates, location, and details here.