AI & Music/Creativity: Dr L Subramaniam says AI may help spot mistakes, but it can’t replace dedication and practice. Culture & Industry: MMF CEO Annabella Coldrick warns British acts are being squeezed as streaming pushes mostly American catalogues, making it harder for new UK artists to earn sustainable income. Arts Funding: Victoria’s Interstellar Groove and Rainbow Spirit festivals land nearly $75k in grants to keep jobs and live music thriving. Community Through Art: Chicago’s Contigo Wellness unveils the “Tú Importas” mural in Pilsen, pairing bilingual affirmations with back-to-school mental health support. Film/Art Business: Oscilloscope Laboratories keeps backing eccentric, artist-first releases—an antidote to mainstream sameness. Heritage & Discovery: Turkey’s Gordion Midas Tumulus is linked to the tomb of Gordias, Midas’ father, after a rare 3,200-year-old wooden burial chamber is identified. Tech for Learning: Dorset’s primary school gets refurbished laptops via Re-Tech, pushing access to learning beyond the classroom. Māori Music: A new look at the rise of te ao Māori in contemporary music shows how artists are reshaping tradition across genres. Arts & Society: A new book, “Are They Dead Yet?” turns obituary writing into a playful art form that reframes how we see lives and legacies.