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- 1Chicago artists rally against AI-generated music▼Chicago artists call for action in rally against AI-generated music: ‘We don’t need it’
Musicians in Chicago held a rally calling for action against AI-generated music, arguing that human artistry cannot be replaced by technology. Organizers and speakers told crowds that artificial intelligence threatens jobs, copyright protections and the value of creative work, with the message 'We don't need it' summing up their stance. The protest adds to a growing push from artists nationwide for rules governing AI's use of music and performers' voices.
- 2Israeli settlers intensify takeover of West Bank water springs●Far right Israeli settlers, encouraged by their government, have stepped up efforts to take water springs and other heri
Far-right Israeli settlers, encouraged by their government, have stepped up efforts to seize water springs and other heritage sites in the occupied West Bank, according to an AP report. The springs are vital to Palestinians, who rely on them for irrigation of farmland and for tourism. The report has drawn attention to rising settler activity in the territory and its impact on Palestinian communities' access to water and livelihoods.
- 3MNC5 Release: Defending the Environment Is Not Illegal●Release MNC5: Defending the environment is not illegal
The Right Livelihood Foundation has issued a statement, MNC5, declaring that defending the environment is not a crime. The release comes amid ongoing concerns about the criminalisation of environmental defenders worldwide, a growing issue where activists face legal prosecution, harassment and imprisonment for their advocacy. The organisation is calling attention to the protection of those who speak out for environmental causes.