Music Venue Properties has launched the ‘Our Own Venues’ project aimed at community ownership to prevent the closure of seven grassroots music venues, including Esquires in Bedford and The Joiners in Southampton. This initiative comes as many venues struggle amid competition from developers, exacerbated by the Covid pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis, with a reported decline in London’s grassroots venues. The project seeks to secure sustainable leases and maintenance support, ensuring these venues remain vital cultural hubs for future generations.
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‘Panama Playlists’ leak exposes JD Vance’s favourite boy bands
Eight years after the Panama Papers, the Panama Playlists have emerged, revealing the Spotify preferences of politicians like Vice President JD Vance, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. While the playlists may not be damaging, they could be embarrassing, showcasing tastes ranging from boy bands to pop hits, with the website claiming to have identified the accounts through public information. Want More Context? 🔎
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