Spotify hits a record 751M monthly users thanks to Wrapped, new free features Swedish music streaming giant Spotify saw its user numbers peak last quarter, driven by its year-end “Wrapped” campaign, which rounds up stats and listening highlights for users, and new features on its free tier. The company said it saw a record 38 million new users in the fourth quarter, taking its total to 751...

Social media ban for children: Is it possible in India?Growing calls in India to restrict children's social media useGetty ImagesExperts say that a social media ban would not be easy in India and could face legal challengesA debate around banning social media for children under 16 is gathering momentum in India, with ministers in several states saying they are studying a law that recently came...

In the world of Skull and Bones Silver, a multiplayer pirate adventure set on the high seas, players embark on a journey to craft their dream pirate ship. As the game's popularity continues to surge, one particular quest has captured the imagination of the community: building a ship that embodies the legendary Black Pearl, Captain Jack Sparrow's iconic vessel. Players are engaging in a flurry...

Iran fortifies underground complex near nuclear site, satellite images showEmma Pengelly,BBC VerifyandGhoncheh Habibiazad,BBC PersianVantorIran has been fortifying an underground complex near one of its nuclear facilities, according to analysis of new satellite images.This activity comes at a time of heightened tensions as talks between Iranian and US officials continue, with President Donald...

Greetings from Mexico City's iconic boulevard, where a dog on a bike steals the show Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world. Every Sunday, Mexico City shuts down the Paseo de la Reforma, the most important street in the country, to car...