In defence of AI slop: we should embrace open access to creativity, not condemn it Look past the Donald Trump superhero memes and the new software gives us the chance to democratise creative production. No wonder art’s cultural gatekeepers are worried ✍️ @_JackRiley bit.ly/3SpzFQ4

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The Observer view: political interference at the BBC The corporation has been ambushed bit.ly/4qW3MeA

With brutal wars raging in Gaza, Sudan & Ukraine, the world’s war crimes court is needed more than ever — but it’s facing an existential crisis. Karim Khan KC, Chief Prosecutor at the ICC, faces serious allegations of sexual misconduct. 🧵 @chloehadj bit.ly/43LIAgs