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The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have opened under a tightened format after Victoria dropped out. About 3,000 athletes from 74 nations compete across 10 sports at four venues, with opening ceremonies staged at the OVO Hydro and a reduced schedule, while broadcasters outline rights and streaming options.
Ariana Grande has released her eighth album, Petal, and opened the Eternal Sunshine tour in London, delivering pared-back, darker songs and stripped live moments. Reviews have praised her vocal control and new material while noting production choices that bury her trademark power and that the tour feels like a possible farewell to a high-profile era.
AGoogle‑reported campaign shows hackers using voice phishing to target private equity firms, law firms and ratings agencies, stealing passwords and MFA codes via spoofed help desks. Several victims reportedly paid ransoms; researchers warn that the human element remains the biggest weakness in corporate security.
The FTC has filed a proposed order requiring Redfin to restart its standalone rental listings and to resume competing for property-management customers, following a settlement with Zillow and state AGs. The agreement preserves a rental partnership but allows Redfin to pursue its own rental business and ad sales. The settlement resolves litigation in five states and follows an antitrust case that claimed higher rents and lower listing quality.
Abdelhamid has postponed his North American concerts until spring 2027 after visa delays. Officials point to tighter immigration rules under the current administration, with other artists also canceling US dates. The Independent and New York Post report a separate tragedy affecting J. Cole’s Sacramento show, prompting refunds.
Ed Sheeran has returned to the stage in Philadelphia and has addressed the controversy after promoter Messina Touring Group removed Macklemore from remaining US dates following his onstage 'Free Palestine' remarks. Four supporting acts have withdrawn in solidarity, ticket sales have softened and some venues warned they would cancel shows if Macklemore remained on the bill.
Glastonbury has confirmed tickets for 2027 will go on sale in October, with weekend passes priced at £408 including a £5 booking fee. Coach-tickets bundles go live on 1 October and general admission on 4 October. Registration remains mandatory to curb touts as fans anticipate headliners and the return after a fallow year.
Meta has launched Muse, an AI agent that can autonomously send emails, book travel and act across apps. The tool is available in the U.S. via a Muse app and WhatsApp, with free and paid tiers. Internal testers have reported mixed results and security concerns even as Meta highlights virtual-machine safeguards and opt-out training options.
Oasis has revealed a 2027 tour spanning the UK, Europe and the US, with 11 Manchester shows, five Celtic Park dates in Glasgow, and four at Knebworth. Richard Ashcroft will headline all dates. The tour follows their 2025 reunion and weeks of teaser posts and a drone reveal in Manchester.
Oasis has announced a new reunion tour with fixed UK ticket prices and a register-to-access sale window following CMA findings on ticketing practices. The band’s management says pricing rests with promoters, while authorities push for greater transparency to protect fans.
Oasis has announced a five-night Glasgow leg in May 2027 as part of a world tour, with ticket prices fixed between £71.50 and £263.50. The announcement follows a year of ticketing controversy around price transparency and dynamic pricing. Registrations for tickets are open, with controlled sale windows to improve fairness.
Pro-Palestine remarks have sparked a wave of artist withdrawals from Ed Sheeran’s US Loop Tour. Macklemore has been dropped by promoters, prompting fellow acts to withdraw; Sheeran blames promoters, while venue owners cite concerns over antisemitism and hate speech. The tour resumes with an unsettled lineup and ticketing questions.
The Knicks have paused individual ticket sales after a pricing error sent early prices soaring. They are rolling back to last year’s prices with an average 12% increase and will refund buyers who already purchased tickets. Sales will restart next week at moderated prices.
The Ed Sheeran Loop Tour at Gillette Stadium has been canceled due to severe weather warnings in Boston and New England. Promoter statements emphasize fan and staff safety, with refunds available. This follows controversy over Macklemore’s removal for pro-Palestinian comments, a move tied to venue owners’ stance. Several other events face disruption as a nor’easter bears down.
The ShinyHunters cybercrime group is linked to a Dutch arrest after claims it breached the FBI’s jobs portal. Authorities say a 24-year-old Amsterdam suspect is in custody, suspected of involvement with the group and of seeking two murders. FBI and Dutch police are pursuing leads as the case expands across the United States and Europe.
Asos has identified a breach affecting basic personal data via a third-party platform. Names, addresses, phone numbers, emails and customer search queries may have been accessed. Snowflake reports no platform compromise. Investigations and advisories are ongoing.