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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Liverpool player Curtis Jones surprises fans with sweet engagement to Saffron Khan
Liverpool player Curtis Jones surprises fans with sweet engagement to Saffron Khan (Image via Getty) A beautiful moment has taken place in the life of Curtis Jones, a Liverpool football player. On June 27, 2025, Curtis Jones and his partner of a few years, Saffron Khan, left fans with emotions when they both shared the same special post at the same time on their social media. They both shared the same photos, and used the same caption:"Yes to forever." They didn't share much detail, which caused even more speculation from fans. A lot of people wonder what the post could possibly mean. It didn't take too long for people to work it out - Curtis Jones and Saffron Khan are officially engaged, and the joyous news has taken the internet by storm. Curtis Jones and Saffron Khan announce their engagement Curtis Jones is an incredible midfielder for Liverpool, who was a part of the England squad last year. He is now engaged to partner, Saffron Khan, otherwise known as Saffie, model, and social media influencer. Her followers number in the thousands on Instagram where she shares content surrounding fashion and her personal life. The couple officially announced this by sharing happy pictures of them looking happy and in love with the caption,'Yes to forever,' making the moment feel even more real and special. Curtis Jones and Saffron Khan have long been in a relationship. In October of 2024, they became new parents when they welcomed a boy into their family. Earlier in the year, they shared more exciting news, they will be welcoming another child. A few weeks ago, the couple travelled to Paris, to enjoy a little time away from their busy lives, and shared plenty of pics from their luxury hotel. Saffron Khan looked beautiful in her pics, of course she was showing off her baby bump. Fans were quick to show love after the engagement post. Many started sharing it across social media platforms. On X (formerly known as Twitter), one excited fan wrote, 'So happy for Curtis and Saffie—what a lovely couple.' Curtis Jones and Saffron Khan begin a new chapter together Curtis Jones and Saffron Khan's relationship keeps getting stronger. Curtis Jones has made significant progress with his football career, and Saffron Khan is also marking her territory in the digital space. Curtis Jones has been in the senior squad of Liverpool since 2018, and he was called up for the first time to the England senior national team in his first international call up in October 2024. This engagement shows how much they have shared together already, from raising their young boy to planning for their future together, there have been some truly wonderful times. And now wedding plans are here and now there are some exciting and exhilarating times ahead. Curtis Jones and his fiancée are going to wish them all the best and fans from all around the world are excited to see what lies ahead for this incredible couple. Also Read: Wataru Endo Starts At Stamford Bridge, Receives Guard Of Honour From Chelsea Trio Who Rejected Liverpool Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Selena Gomez reveals she had the ‘biggest crush' on this rapper when she was 5
Selena Gomez has revealed she had a huge crush on rapper Ice Cube during her childhood days. The 32-year-old singer made the confession during an appearance on the latest episode of Complex's web series GOAT Talk on Wednesday. File photo of Selena Gomez(REUTERS) On the show, Gomez and singer Karol G discussed their 'G.O.A.T. (Greatest Of All Time)' rappers, People magazine reported. Opening up about her favourites in the entertainment industry, Gomez shared that Eminem was one of them as she 'grew up listening to him.' The beauty mogul and producer shared that her father was a DJ and used to remix various kinds of songs, adding that whenever she heard any of Eminem's songs, she used to 'get so excited.' Later on, she opened up on the show about her love for Ice Cube. Gomez said she had 'the biggest crush on him' when she was a child. 'Can I tell you my first one that I had a crush on? Ice Cube,' said the singer, adding that she liked him when she was five years old. Although she considered it 'weird,' Gomez said she used to think that he would 'protect' her. She noted that it was 'simply' based on her childhood. In reply to Gomez's revelation, Karol G could not help but start gushing about how much she liked it. Meanwhile, the BICHOTA hitmaker shared that Eminem used to be her favourite childhood rapper, but her 'G.O.A.T.' rapper now is Nicki Minaj. She stated that Eminem was the first rapper in her life she was 'super obsessed with.' But now she considers Nicki Minaj as 'one of the best.' Notably, Karol G collaborated with Nicki Minaj in 2019 for the single Tusa. Additionally, Gomez also spoke about one singer with whom she looks forward to collaborating next. When Karol G asked her to name the artist she most wants to collaborate with, Gomez answered that she wants to work with Ariana Grande. 'I don't know, she's... I love her era,' she added. ALSO READ: Selena Gomez opens up about 'baggage from past relationships', admits making mistakes: 'I was very reactive' FAQs: 1. What's Ice Cube doing next? He is all set to embark on the Truth to Power: 4 Decades of Attitude tour later this year. 2. Who is Selena Gomez currently dating? She is currently engaged to music producer Benny Blanco. They released their collaborative album, I Said I Love You First, earlier this year. 3. When did Selena Gomez appear on GOAT Talk? She appeared on the show on Wednesday, June 25.
India.com
11-06-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League 2025 Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch CCPL 2025 Live?
As the Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League (CCPL) 2025 gains momentum, cricket fans are in for a thrilling ride packed with high-octane matches, rising local stars, and a fiercely competitive format. With six teams battling it out in a round-robin format, the tournament is not just a celebration of T20 cricket in central India but also a showcase of streaming innovation and digital accessibility. So, where can you watch the action live? Who are the players to watch out for? What makes this year's CCPL edition so exciting? Let's dive into all the key details—especially around live streaming, which is at the heart of this season's experience. Also Read: Why MS Dhoni Was Inducted In ICC Hall Of Fame So Late? What Is The Criteria? Here's All You Need To Know The biggest question fans are asking is: Where is the Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League 2025 being live-streamed? The good news is, all 18 matches of the CCPL 2025—including the semifinals and the final—are being live-streamed on the official CCPL Website and Mobile App. For television viewers, Sony Sports Network is the official broadcaster, making it accessible for fans across India. Whether you're on the go or at home, the live streaming of CCPL 2025 ensures no fan misses a ball. The streaming quality has seen notable improvements this year, including multilingual commentary options and match highlights on demand—perfect for a modern digital audience. What Makes the Live Streaming of CCPL 2025 So Special? Unlike traditional domestic leagues, CCPL has taken a fan-first approach to broadcasting. With free access to the official app, viewers can follow real-time scorecards, live commentary, and even behind-the-scenes footage of team preparations and locker room moments. This makes the CCPL live streaming experience not just about the match, but the entire narrative around it—similar to what IPL has done on a national scale. The move to stream all games from the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium in HD quality also adds a layer of professional polish that fans now expect from top-tier T20 leagues. Which Teams Are Heating Up the Leaderboard? The action on the field has been no less electrifying. Raipur Rhinos, the defending champions, have once again emerged as early favorites. Their opening duo of Anuj Tiwari and Harsh Sharma—who lit up the 2024 final—have picked up right where they left off, scoring heavily and consistently. Bastar Bisons and Rajnandgaon Panthers have surprised many with their aggressive brand of cricket, while Bilaspur Bulls are looking to redeem themselves after last year's final loss. The Surguja Tigers, known for their bowling depth, and the young, hungry Raigarh Lions round off a well-balanced tournament roster. Who Are the Standout Performers So Far? In terms of individual brilliance, Ashish Chouhan continues to dominate with the ball, while Mayank Yadav Jr is making headlines with his raw pace. For the batters, Anuj Tiwari and Shubham Singh have been consistent top-scorers, thrilling fans with their fearless hitting and tactical maturity. These performances are not only making noise in Chhattisgarh but are also drawing attention from scouts and franchise leagues across India. When and Where Are the Semifinals and Final? The CCPL 2025 semifinals will take place on June 14, with one game scheduled at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai—a surprise move that adds national flavor to the state league. The grand finale is locked in for June 15 at the tournament's home ground in Raipur. This decision to take one semifinal out of state indicates the league's ambition to go bigger and national in its appeal, riding high on successful live-streaming strategies and competitive cricket.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SoundCloud updates AI policy after backlash: ‘AI should support artists, not replace them'
Following controversy over a quiet update to the terms of use that seemed to permit the content uploaded to the streamer being used to train AI, SoundCloud has updated its AI policy. Futurism had previously reported that SoundCloud 'quietly' updated its terms and conditions in February 2024 in which users were 'explicitly agreeing' by using the platform to have their content used to train AI. The policy read: 'You explicitly agree that your Content may be used to inform, train, develop, or serve as input to artificial intelligence technologies as part of and for providing the services.' Users were understandably upset and now, following backlash, SoundCloud CEO Eliah Seton has responded regarding the platform's stance on AI and 'how content may interact with AI technologies within SoundCloud's own platform'. The letter, titled 'A Letter from our CEO: Clarifying our Terms of Use', states: 'SoundCloud has never used artist content to train AI models. Not for music creation. Not for large language models. Not for anything that tries to mimic or replace your work.' It also states: 'We don't build generative AI tools, and we don't allow third parties to scrape or use artist content from SoundCloud to train them either.' 'Our position is simple: AI should support artists, not replace them.' Seton went on to explain the updates to the Terms Of Use last February were meant to clarify how 'we may use AI internally' to improve SoundCloud for its users, including 'powering smarter recommendations, search, playlisting, content tagging, and tools that help prevent fraud'. Now, SoundCloud has changed its Terms Of Use, and it will only use AI-training on content uploaded to the platform with users' consent. The new policy reads: 'We will not use Your Content to train generative AI models that aim to replicate or synthesize your voice, music, or likeness without your explicit consent, which must be affirmatively provided through an opt-in mechanism.' Today, the Data (Use and Access) Bill returns to the UK House of Lords for consideration, in order to address how the government's desire to foster a British AI industry could allow technology companies to circumvent copyright laws and use creative content to train their models – all without the permission of the creators. Chi Onwurah, the chair of the cross-party committee, has previously urged the government to bring forward the AI safety bill. Onwurah told the Guardian: 'It's absolutely critical that the government shows it is on the side of people when it comes to technology, particularly when it comes to the tech platforms and the impact technology is going to have in their lives.' This also comes at a time when artists have been speaking out against companies exploiting copyrighted works and warning against 'predatory' use of AI in music. Earlier this year, more than 200 artists featured on an open letter submitted by the Artist Rights Alliance non-profit, calling on artificial intelligence tech companies, developers, platforms, digital music services and platforms to stop using AI "to infringe upon and devalue the rights of human artists.' Amongst those names were Stevie Wonder, Robert Smith, Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj, R.E.M., Peter Frampton, Jon Batiste, Katy Perry, Sheryl Crow, Smokey Robinson, and the estates of Bob Marley and Frank Sinatra. The letter, while acknowledging the creative possibilities of new AI technology, addressed some of its threats to human artistry. Those include using preexisting work to train AI models - without permissions - in an attempt to replace artists and therefore 'substantially dilute the royalty pools that are paid out to artists.' The letter stated: 'Make no mistake: we believe that, when used responsibly, AI has enormous potential to advance human creativity and in a manner that enables the development and growth of new and exciting experiences for music fans everywhere. Unfortunately, some platforms and developers are employing AI to sabotage creativity and undermine artists, songwriters, musicians and rightsholders. When used irresponsibly, AI poses enormous threats to our ability to protect our privacy, our identities, our music and our livelihoods.'
Euronews
02-06-2025
- Business
- Euronews
SoundCloud updates AI policy following backlash
Following controversy over a quiet update to the terms of use that seemed to permit the content uploaded to the streamer being used to train AI, SoundCloud has updated its AI policy. Futurism had previously reported that SoundCloud 'quietly' updated its terms and conditions in February 2024 in which users were 'explicitly agreeing' by using the platform to have their content used to train AI. The policy read: 'You explicitly agree that your Content may be used to inform, train, develop, or serve as input to artificial intelligence technologies as part of and for providing the services.' Users were understandably upset and now, following backlash, SoundCloud CEO Eliah Seton has responded regarding the platform's stance on AI and 'how content may interact with AI technologies within SoundCloud's own platform'. The letter, titled 'A Letter from our CEO: Clarifying our Terms of Use', states: 'SoundCloud has never used artist content to train AI models. Not for music creation. Not for large language models. Not for anything that tries to mimic or replace your work.' It also states: 'We don't build generative AI tools, and we don't allow third parties to scrape or use artist content from SoundCloud to train them either.' 'Our position is simple: AI should support artists, not replace them.' Seton went on to explain the updates to the Terms Of Use last February were meant to clarify how 'we may use AI internally' to improve SoundCloud for its users, including 'powering smarter recommendations, search, playlisting, content tagging, and tools that help prevent fraud'. Now, SoundCloud has changed its Terms Of Use, and it will only use AI-training on content uploaded to the platform with users' consent. The new policy reads: 'We will not use Your Content to train generative AI models that aim to replicate or synthesize your voice, music, or likeness without your explicit consent, which must be affirmatively provided through an opt-in mechanism.' Today, the Data (Use and Access) Bill returns to the UK House of Lords for consideration, in order to address how the government's desire to foster a British AI industry could allow technology companies to circumvent copyright laws and use creative content to train their models – all without the permission of the creators. Chi Onwurah, the chair of the cross-party committee, has previously urged the government to bring forward the AI safety bill. Onwurah told the Guardian: 'It's absolutely critical that the government shows it is on the side of people when it comes to technology, particularly when it comes to the tech platforms and the impact technology is going to have in their lives.' This also comes at a time when artists have been speaking out against companies exploiting copyrighted works and warning against 'predatory' use of AI in music. Earlier this year, more than 200 artists featured on an open letter submitted by the Artist Rights Alliance non-profit, calling on artificial intelligence tech companies, developers, platforms, digital music services and platforms to stop using AI "to infringe upon and devalue the rights of human artists.' Amongst those names were Stevie Wonder, Robert Smith, Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj, R.E.M., Peter Frampton, Jon Batiste, Katy Perry, Sheryl Crow, Smokey Robinson, and the estates of Bob Marley and Frank Sinatra. The letter, while acknowledging the creative possibilities of new AI technology, addressed some of its threats to human artistry. Those include using preexisting work to train AI models - without permissions - in an attempt to replace artists and therefore 'substantially dilute the royalty pools that are paid out to artists.' The letter stated: 'Make no mistake: we believe that, when used responsibly, AI has enormous potential to advance human creativity and in a manner that enables the development and growth of new and exciting experiences for music fans everywhere. Unfortunately, some platforms and developers are employing AI to sabotage creativity and undermine artists, songwriters, musicians and rightsholders. When used irresponsibly, AI poses enormous threats to our ability to protect our privacy, our identities, our music and our livelihoods.' First, Donald Trump lashed out at one music icon... Now, Elon Musk is following suit and making his own rock star enemy. Bono was on the Joe Rogan podcast on Friday (30 May) to talk about the release of his documentary Bono: Stories Of Surrender. During the three-hour conversation, the U2 frontman took the opportunity to critise the Trump administration and singled out Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which oversaw the dismantling of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Bono, who has been a campaigner for humanitarian aid for decades, criticised the cuts to international aid and cited a Boston University study that estimated that the cuts will cause more than 300,000 deaths around the world. 'There's food rotting in boats, in warehouses – 50,000 tons of it,' Bono said. 'The people who knew the codes, who were responsible for distributing that aid, were fired. That's not America, is it?' Unsurprisingly, considering Rogan voted for Trump, his audience were quick to react – and not in a happy way. One wrote: 'That guy's about as evil as they come Joe', while others stated they would be skipping the episode altogether and that it would be 'the first time I look forward to commercials'. Then came Elon Musk's reaction, who took to X to say brand the singer 'such a liar/idiot', before adding that 'zero people have died' as a result of the USAID cuts. In a later exchange, he said: 'South Park lampooned Bono as the biggest shit in the world. They were right.' Musk stepped down from his wildly unpopular role at DOGE last week after serving the maximum 130-day term as a special government employee without Senate confirmation. During his time at DOGE, hundreds of thousands of people participated in the "Hands Off" protests across all 50 states of the US to express their opposition to the policies of the Trump administration and cuts made by Musk's DOGE. "Hands Off" event organizers said: "They're taking everything they can get their hands on — our healthcare, our data, our jobs, our services — and daring the world to stop them. This is a crisis, and the time to act is now." Check out some of the best signs seen during these nation-wide protests. Bono: Stories Of Surrender is a hybrid of concert movie and visual memoir, featuring spoken word passages from the singer's 2022 autobiography, 'Surrender.' It is streaming on Apple TV+ now.
