Author: Huffmag staff

YouTube is advancing its fight against synthetic content with the development of two new AI detection tools. The platform is working on features designed to identify AI-generated music and detect artificial faces. The first tool, known as “synthetic-singing identification technology,” aims to spot deepfake music, such as the recent viral but fake collaboration between Drake and The Weeknd. This feature will be integrated into YouTube’s Content ID system, which is available to copyright owners for tracking and managing their content. The second tool will enable users across various industries—ranging from athletes to artists—to identify AI-generated images of themselves. With billions…

James McAvoy’s much-anticipated directorial debut, California Schemin’, has been pre-sold to Studiocanal for distribution in the U.K. and Ireland, as well as a range of other international markets. The film explores the true story of a Scottish duo who tricked the music industry into believing they were a Californian rap group. California Schemin’ stars Séamus McLean Ross and Samuel Bottomley in the leading roles, with McAvoy himself taking on a supporting part. The story is based on Gavin Bain’s autobiography, originally published as California Schemin’ and reprinted under the title Straight Outta Scotland. It recounts how Bain and his friend…

In a tightly contested Billboard 200 chart battle, Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet has clinched the top spot, edging out Travis Scott’s Days Before Rodeo. Carpenter’s latest release debuted at No. 1 with 362,000 equivalent album units, narrowly surpassing Scott’s Days Before Rodeo, which came in at No. 2 with 361,000 units. Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet achieved its impressive debut through a strong mix of 184,000 in album sales, 176,000 in streaming equivalent album units (equating to 233 million on-demand streams), and 2,000 in track equivalent album units. The album’s success is further underscored by its solid streaming numbers, which…

Kith and Giorgio Armani have unveiled a groundbreaking collaboration featuring renowned filmmaker Martin Scorsese as the centerpiece of their latest campaign. This marks a historic first for Armani, as it is the luxury brand’s inaugural partnership with Kith. However, it’s not the first time Scorsese has teamed up with Armani; the director and the Italian brand share a longstanding friendship. According to Kith, Scorsese and Armani’s relationship spans many years, highlighted by Scorsese’s direction of “Made in Milan,” a documentary celebrating Armani’s life and the evolution of his brand. The shared values between Scorsese, a proud New Yorker, and Kith’s…

Hyundai has introduced the refreshed 2025 IONIQ 5 lineup, featuring the exciting new IONIQ 5 XRT variant, which is proudly built at the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America in Georgia. This rugged version is designed for adventure, boasting a 23mm suspension lift, all-wheel drive with dual motors, and durable 18-inch wheels fitted with all-terrain tires. Its bold exterior includes digital camouflage, black badges, and distinctive fascias, while the interior features H-Tex seating with exclusive XRT logos and a revamped center console. The 2025 IONIQ 5 models also mark Hyundai’s first integration of the Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) port,…

As fans eagerly anticipate the next iteration of Sony’s gaming console, new leaks suggest that the upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro is on the horizon. According to Dealabs leaker billbil-kun, who shared details with IGN, the next console is expected to be named PlayStation 5 Pro, with a launch potentially scheduled for late 2024. Although specifics about a potential PlayStation Showcase event were dismissed, billbil-kun reported seeing a design sketch of the console’s packaging. The sketch suggests that the PlayStation 5 Pro may resemble the PlayStation 5 Slim, featuring a sleek, thin white design with two USB ports and a front…

7-Eleven is kicking off the fall season early with the introduction of its limited-edition Pumpkin Spice Slurpee. This seasonal treat, blending the comforting flavors of pumpkin and cinnamon with the cool refreshment of a Slurpee, is available exclusively at five select stores across the U.S. Customers can enjoy this unique Slurpee at the following locations: In addition to the Pumpkin Spice Slurpee, 7-Eleven is offering other pumpkin-inspired beverages nationwide, including Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Pumpkin Spice Coffee, and the classic Pumpkin Spice Latte. “7-Eleven customers love pumpkin spice, so we’re excited to bring out these fall flavors a bit early,”…

Beyoncé is adding a new venture to her impressive portfolio with the launch of SirDavis Whisky, a tribute to her family’s legacy and her passion for Japanese whisky. Named after her great-grandfather, Davis Hogue, a moonshiner during Prohibition, SirDavis Whisky combines tradition with innovation. Davis Hogue, known for his discreet whisky-making during Prohibition, inspired Beyoncé’s creation of this American whisky. SirDavis Whisky is crafted to embody both the craftsmanship and legacy of Hogue’s moonshine, reflecting Beyoncé’s personal connection to the spirit. “I’ve always been drawn to the power and confidence that comes with quality whisky,” says Beyoncé, the founder of…

Megan Thee Stallion is set to release a new collaboration with BTS’ RM titled “Neva Play” on September 6. The Houston rapper revealed the single’s comic book-inspired cover art on Instagram, expressing excitement about RM’s unique verse style. “This is one of my favorite RM verses I’ve heard! I’ve never heard him rap in this style before,” she wrote. “Neva Play” follows their previous collaboration on the official remix of BTS’ “Butter” in 2021. The release comes after Megan’s successful self-titled album, which debuted as 2024’s biggest female rap album, and RM’s solo project, Right Place, Wrong Person, which dropped…

Drake has officially released “Circadian Rhythm” on streaming services, updating his 100 Gigs project. The two-minute track, produced by London Cyr, Ben10k, Eli Brown, and Gordo, was initially shared on Drake’s finsta @plottttwistttttt last week along with “SOD” and “No Face” featuring Playboi Carti. Now available on digital platforms, “Circadian Rhythm” replaces “Blue Green Red” in the 100 Gigs EP. The updated release still includes “Housekeeping Knows” with Latto and “It’s Up” featuring Young Thug and 21 Savage. Some fans speculated that “Circadian Rhythm” might be a response to Kendrick Lamar’s diss in “6:16 in LA,” though there’s no direct…