Taylor Swift smashes ‘New Heights Podcast’s record with 13 million hits; creates history as most viewed episode

Taylor Swift’s appearance on the New Heights Podcast with Travis and Jason Kelce caused a viewership surge, breaking the podcast’s record with over 13 million views in 24 hours. The livestream crashed due to high traffic, exceeding 1.3 million concurrent users. Swift also announced her upcoming album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl,’ set to release…

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Buffalo Bills’ Cole Bishop injury update: Sean McDermott warns ‘he has missed quite a bit of time’ ahead of NFL season

Cole Bishop’s preseason quad injury has disrupted his progress and raised concerns within the Buffalo Bills coaching staff. After a promising rookie season, Bishop was poised to start at safety, but his absence has limited his ability to make an impact. With time running out, his quick recovery is crucial for solidifying the Bills’ secondary.

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US retail sales up 0.5% in July as shoppers shrug off Trump tariffs; auto, online, furniture lead gains

US retail sales demonstrated resilience in July, growing by 0.5% despite rising prices influenced by President Trump’s tariffs. Auto dealerships and online retailers experienced strong performance. While clothing and furniture stores saw gains, electronics and restaurants faced declines. Inflation remained steady, but producer prices surged, hinting at potential future consumer price increases.

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‘Indeed, high stakes’: Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacts to Trump-Putin Alaska meet – here’s what he expects

As Trump and Putin meet in Alaska, Zelenskyy emphasizes the high stakes for Ukraine, seeking a path to just peace through trilateral discussions. He reported battlefield updates and intelligence assessments, stressing Russia’s losses and intentions. Trump indicated potential security guarantees for Ukraine but left land concessions to their discretion, aiming for a deal-making second meeting.

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Why is the state of Louisiana suing Roblox?

Louisiana has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, alleging the platform prioritizes profit over child safety. Attorney General Liz Murrill claims Roblox lacks proper age verification and parental controls, creating a hunting ground for predators. The lawsuit cites examples of inappropriate content and accuses Roblox of negligence, enabling exploitation despite warnings and insufficient moderation efforts.

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