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AI agents are starting to shop for consumers. Experts urge caution
Retailers and payment companies are testing agentic commerce, but specialists warn that autonomous purchases can expose shoppers to costly errors and data risks
Allyson Felix says she will chase 2028 Olympic comeback in Los Angeles
The 11-time Olympic medalist told Time she plans to come out of retirement and pursue a spot on the U.S. team at age 42
Carney calls state of 24 Sussex ‘an embarrassment’ as decision looms
The prime minister says he will not live at the long-vacant official residence but wants future leaders to have a suitable home for hosting and security needs
Nedra Talley Ross, Last Surviving Ronettes Member, Dies at 80
Ross sang with cousins Ronnie and Estelle Bennett in the 1960s trio behind “Be My Baby,” “Baby I Love You” and “Walking in the Rain
Bailey’s Law clears House of Commons, heads to Senate
The private member’s bill, named for Kelowna mother Bailey McCourt, proposes Criminal Code changes tied to intimate partner violence and bail
Megan Thee Stallion to Exit ‘Moulin Rouge!’ Earlier Than Planned
The rapper’s final Broadway performance is set for Friday, with no reason given by the production for the shortened run
Why Spotify still does not offer an AI music filter
Deezer has started tagging and limiting some AI-generated tracks, but Spotify says the issue is harder than a simple on-off switch
Heavy Metal Parking Lot’ Endures as a 17-Minute Rock Snapshot
The VHS-era documentary captured fans outside a Judas Priest show and became a beloved artifact for a generation of rock listeners
UK prices could stay higher for eight months after Iran war, minister says
Darren Jones said ministers are planning for supply-chain disruption, though price pressure is seen as more likely than empty supermarket shelves
Rogers offers buyouts to about 10,000 employees in cost-cutting push
The company says some teams are being offered voluntary departure and retirement programs as it moves to reduce spending amid competitive and regulatory pressure