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• 'Stupid, Costly, and Deadly': Trump Admin Blasted for Spending $11 Billion to Pay Federal Workers Not to Work

  25-06-2026 15:25 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A new Public Citizen report says Donald Trump's Deferred Resignation Program paid nearly 140,000 US federal workers at least $11 billion not to work.
  
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• Trump Takes First Aim At Andy Burnham, Saying 'He's Extremely Liberal' and 'Won't Open Up the North Sea'

  25-06-2026 15:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump's remarks labelling Andy Burnham 'extremely liberal' may inadvertently boost Burnham's campaign for UK Prime Minister, highlighting a potential shift in UK-US relations.
  
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• Usha Vance Explains Why She Won't Follow JD Into Catholicism, Pointing to Her 'Very Stable' Hindu Upbringing

  25-06-2026 15:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Usha Vance says she has not felt the need to convert to Catholicism, citing a stable Hindu upbringing as she discusses faith and family with husband JD Vance.
  
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• 'Dexter' Fan Accused of Dismembering Two Men and Scattering Remains Near Remote Woodland Cabin

  25-06-2026 14:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  James Desborough, a fan of the TV show Dexter, is on trial for allegedly murdering and dismembering two former housemates in Cornwall. He denies murder but admits to preventing lawful burial
  
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• 'A Grave Error': Bill Gates Names Russian Women In Epstein Blackmail Plot During Scathing House Testimony

  25-06-2026 14:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Bill Gates has named two Russian women with whom he had affairs in sworn testimony to the US House Oversight Committee.
  
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• US Burned Through Up to 80% of THAAD Missiles in Iran War: Now the Pentagon Is Spending $35B to Restock

  25-06-2026 14:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Pentagon's $35B contract with Lockheed Martin aims to replenish THAAD missiles after heavy use in Iran, underscoring the importance of missile defense.
  
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• Reality TV Star Lydia Bright Says UK School's Surprise Closure Left Working Parents In Chaos

  25-06-2026 14:55 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Lydia Bright criticises her daughter's school for closing during a heatwave, highlighting the challenges faced by working parents juggling childcare and work commitments.
  
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• Fish and Chips Slip Down as Britain's Favourite Food: How Inflation Is Changing What Britons Order

  25-06-2026 14:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Inflation has raised the cost of fish and chips in Britain, prompting a search for cheaper alternatives. Economic pressures are affecting this traditional staple's affordability and popularity.
  
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• Planning a Dream Retirement Trip? Three Mistakes That Could Drain Your Savings

  25-06-2026 14:45 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Retirement offers the chance to travel, but financial pitfalls can threaten savings. Learn how to avoid common mistakes and balance travel dreams with financial security.
  
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• Who's Next as 007? James Bond Search Moves Into New Phase as 007 Auditions Set for August

  25-06-2026 14:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Amazon MGM's search for the next James Bond intensifies as producers and director Denis Villeneuve contact actors for auditions, marking a significant step in the casting process.
  
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• Meet The 50 Robots That Replaced More Than 1,000 Factory Workers At General Motors

  25-06-2026 14:38 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  General Motors has introduced 50 collaborative robots at its Factory Zero plant in Michigan, resulting in over 1,000 job cuts and sparking criticism from labour groups.
  
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• Britain's Heatwave Is Quietly Changing the Rules of Work Amid a £1.2 Billion Productivity Hit

  25-06-2026 14:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The UK's 38°C heatwave is reshaping business, with no legal workplace temperature limits and a £1.2 billion annual productivity loss. What are the challenges and potential solutions for employers.
  
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• Walmart Is Cutting 300+ More Tech Jobs as WARN Notices Reveal Fresh Layoffs

  25-06-2026 14:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Walmart is cutting 306 tech jobs in Sunnyvale from 21 August via a WARN notice, even as its H-1B visa filings collapse and profits hit records.
  
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• Nancy Pelosi Discloses Two New Stock Trades: Up to $6 Million in Fresh Options Bets

  25-06-2026 14:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Nancy Pelosi reveals $6M in Intel and Uber options trades; British investors who mimic her filings face a closing window as her disclosure obligations end in January 2027.
  
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• Donald Trump Heartbreak: Giorgia Meloni Humiliates POTUS Online as Ex-Official Warns the World is Turning Its Back on Him

  25-06-2026 14:24 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump's claim that Italian PM Giorgia Meloni 'begged' for a G7 photo sparked a public rebuke, raising concerns about his growing isolation on the global stage.
  
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• MAGA Supporter Wants 'King Barron Trump' To Rule the US While Celebrating America's Freedom From Monarchy

  25-06-2026 14:23 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A Trump supporter attending the Freedom 250 celebrations in Washington declared his wish to see 'King Barron Trump' rule America.
  
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• Who Wins Big From GTA 6 Launch: Sony's PlayStation 5 or Microsoft's Xbox Series? Rockstar Shares a Massive Hint

  25-06-2026 14:21 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  'Grand Theft Auto 6' launches on 19th November, with pre-orders starting today. Rockstar confirms PS5 as the optimal platform, promising an immersive experience. Analysts predict record-breaking pre-order sales.
  
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• New York Girl Aged Three Dies From Severe Neglect After Hoarding Parents Leave Her in Horrific Lice Infestation

  25-06-2026 14:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A three-year-old girl from New York died due to severe neglect, prompting calls for harsher penalties for child neglect. Her parents received maximum sentences, and new legislation is proposed.
  
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• Would You Pay $99 For GTA 6? The Ultimate Edition's Perks Revealed

  25-06-2026 14:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rockstar Games has announced the pricing for GTA VI, with the standard edition at $79.99 and the Ultimate Edition at $99.99, offering exclusive content and access to special in-game features.
  
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• Anthropic Accuses Alibaba of Attempting to Steal Claude AI Secrets Using 25,000 Fake Accounts

  25-06-2026 13:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Anthropic accuses Alibaba of orchestrating a large-scale AI capability siphoning operation, involving 25,000 fake accounts and 28 million queries, raising concerns about US-China AI competition
  
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• Fake Escort Admits Drugging, Killing Wealthy Businessmen In Chilling Honeypot Plot

  25-06-2026 13:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Adina Mihai and Madalin Dumitru admitted to killing two businessmen and poisoning others in a plot to rob wealthy men using online escort ads.
  
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• 'Then Why You Got So Much Of It?': Elon Musk Trashed Online After Losing Trillionaire Status

  25-06-2026 13:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Elon Musk has lost his brief trillionaire status after steep falls in SpaceX and Tesla shares cut his Bloomberg‑estimated net worth to about $957 billion.
  
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• Israeli Tank Ran Over Mutilated Body of Palestinian Teenager, UN Commission Claims in Devastating Genocide Report

  25-06-2026 13:38 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A UN inquiry accuses Israeli forces of deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza, citing evidence of war crimes and genocide. Israel dismisses the report as biased and unverified.
  
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• FBI Exposes Secret Linguistic 'Fingerprint' That Proves Which Nancy Guthrie Ransom Notes Are Real

  25-06-2026 13:35 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Former FBI specialists say the wording and tone of the Nancy Guthrie ransom notes carry a unique linguistic 'fingerprint' that could reveal which messages are authentic and who wrote them.
  
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• 'Transparency-to-Conspiracy Pipeline': Political Theorist Exposes Sinister Reason Trump Won't Shut Up About UFOs

  25-06-2026 13:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Political theorist Yaniv Regev argues Trump's UFO disclosures may fuel conspiracy theories by turning government transparency into a source of deeper public distrust.
  
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• Why Travis Kelce Scrapped His 'Grand' Proposal Plans for Taylor Swift At the Last Minute

  25-06-2026 13:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ed Kelce says Travis Kelce nearly delayed proposing to Taylor Swift for a grander gesture, as fresh wedding speculation swirls around the couple.
  
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• 'Worse Than Obama's Deal': GOP Insider Exposes Trump Administration's Secret Multi-Billion Dollar Bailout of Iran

  25-06-2026 13:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Conservative radio host Erick Erickson accuses Donald Trump's White House of quietly agreeing to a multi‑billion dollar bailout for Iran while publicly denying key terms of the deal.
  
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• Porsche Layoffs: 3,900 Jobs Cut as Profit Margins Drop to 1% and Investors Lose Patience

  25-06-2026 13:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Porsche is implementing a restructuring plan involving job cuts and strategic shifts to address declining profits, market challenges, and reduced demand, particularly in China.
  
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• 'They're Not Capable': Jennifer Lopez Trashes Ben Affleck And Her Exes While Insiders Claim She Secretly Wants Him Back

  25-06-2026 13:25 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jennifer Lopez's candid remarks about love, healing and Ben Affleck have sparked fresh talk that the divorce is far from finished.
  
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• Your Mortgage Could Cost You £268,000 in Retirement: The Hidden Price of Higher Rates

  25-06-2026 13:21 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rising UK mortgage rates may jeopardise your retirement savings by up to £268,000. Here are the strategies to balance mortgage repayments and pension contributions to secure your financial future.
  
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• Postmaster General David Steiner Warns USPS Will Refuse to Deliver Mail Ballots Unless States Hand Over Voter Rolls

  25-06-2026 13:21 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  USPS Postmaster General David Steiner defends a controversial regulation requiring states to submit absentee voter lists, sparking legal challenges and political debate over election integrity.
  
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• Elon Musk Heartbreak: Mark Zuckerberg Ousts SpaceX CEO as Trump's Favourite Tech Billionaire

  25-06-2026 13:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly strengthening his relationship with Donald Trump, signalling a shift in political alliances as Elon Musk's influence appears to wane
  
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• Did Trump Get Experimental Obesity Drug? Rep Lieu Demands Answers Over FDA's 'Powerful Drug' Given to 'Unidentified 79-Year-Old Man'

  25-06-2026 13:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Representative Ted Lieu questions the White House about claims that President Trump accessed an experimental obesity drug reserved for the gravely ill, sparking controversy and speculation.
  
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• Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s Isn't Working, Study Suggests—Just as Britain Plans Its Own

  25-06-2026 13:19 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Australia's social media ban for under-16s has not significantly reduced teenage usage, raising questions as the UK considers similar measures.
  
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• DRC Ebola Outbreak Reaches France — How Did the Virus Get to Europe?

  25-06-2026 13:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  France confirms its first Ebola case from the Congolese outbreak, involving a doctor now in isolation. The rare Bundibugyo strain is spreading rapidly, with over 1000 cases reported in the DRC.
  
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• Venezuela Earthquake Throws Caracas Into Chaos as Buildings Collapse, Stadium Shakes Mid-Game and Boat Is Tossed at Sea

  25-06-2026 13:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Venezuela's capital, Caracas, was struck by devastating earthquakes, causing building collapses, airport closures, and widespread fear. Thousands are feared dead, with significant economic losses anticipated.
  
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• Brazil Match Alien Threat: Psychic Claims Reptilian Mothership Will Descend in Miami

  25-06-2026 12:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A Brazilian psychic's viral claim that an alien mothership will descend on Brazil's World Cup clash with Scotland in Miami has turned a routine match into a global curiosity.
  
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• Kash Patel's Girlfriend Alexis Wilkins Under Fire For Allegedly Lying About Being an Only Child in Resurfaced PragerU Clip

  25-06-2026 11:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Country singer Alexis Wilkins faces online backlash after claiming to be an 'only child' in a PragerU interview, prompting questions about her family background and credibility.
  
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• Unedited Transcript Reveals Henry Novak's Heartbreaking Final Moments and Fatal Eight-Minute Police Delay

  25-06-2026 11:46 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  An exclusive transcript reveals police errors in handling Henry Novak's stabbing, highlighting an eight-minute delay in recognising his wounds, sparking public demand for accountability.
  
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• Earthquake Cluster Rocks Venezuela, California and Japan Within Seven Hours, Says USGS

  25-06-2026 11:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Venezuela, California, and Japan experienced significant earthquakes within seven hours. Venezuela declared a state of calamity, while international support poured in. Experts confirm the quakes are unrelated.
  
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• MAGA Mom Told Daughter She 'Doesn't Care' About Brown People — That Call Ended Their Relationship Forever

  25-06-2026 11:25 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A woman shares her story of cutting ties with her pro-Trump parents after a heated argument about immigration, highlighting the emotional toll of political divisions within families.
  
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• Why is Bitcoin Falling? $3.5 Billion of BTC Outflows Across Major Exchanges and Funds in Two Hours

  25-06-2026 11:23 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Bitcoin prices dropped significantly as $3.5 billion worth of BTC wallet outflows were recorded on Wednesday in a span of two hours amid the tech sector selloff.
  
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• Will Elektra Be in 'Daredevil: Born Again' Season 3? Set Photos Confirm the Return of Major Netflix Character

  25-06-2026 11:17 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Elodie Yung's Elektra Natchios will return in 'Daredevil: Born Again' Season 3, sparking excitement among fans. The upcoming season promises familiar faces and new villains, with a premiere expected in March 2027.
  
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• 'Nonhuman Biological Specimens': Bipartisan UFO Forum Set To Expose Pentagon's Secret Contractor Loophole

  25-06-2026 11:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A forum in Washington will address claims of Pentagon secrecy regarding UFOs, featuring lawmakers and experts, and the controversial 'nonhuman biological specimens' allegation.
  
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• UFO Movie Disclosure Day Branded 'Scientology in Disguise' Over Striking Links to Church Teachings

  25-06-2026 11:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The film 'Disclosure Day' is drawing comparisons to Scientology, with critics noting similarities in themes of spiritual awakening and hidden memories, despite no confirmed connection.
  
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• 'Completely Incompetent': Pentagon Slammed For Reinstating Flu Vaccine After Nearly 300 Fall Ill at Air Force Boot Camp

  25-06-2026 11:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Pentagon has reinstated mandatory flu vaccinations for recruits after a significant outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base, reversing a recent policy change aimed at promoting medical autonomy.
  
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• Trump Can Move Markets—So Why Is His Own Company Turning to Nuclear Fusion for Survival?

  25-06-2026 10:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Truth Social's parent company faces a record stock low following significant financial losses, raising concerns about its long-term viability and investor confidence.
  
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• Tucker Carlson Branded a 'Complete Fraud' After Backing JD Vance Despite GOP Exit Claims

  25-06-2026 10:46 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Tucker Carlson criticises the Republican Party over Iran policy but praises Vice President JD Vance, sparking accusations of inconsistency and questioning his political stance.
  
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• Peter Schiff vs. Michael Saylor: Gold Bull Calls Strategy's $STRC a 'Ponzi Scheme'

  25-06-2026 10:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Economist Peter Schiff criticises Michael Saylor for allegedly misleading retirees about STRC stock's volatility, highlighting its significant price drop and questioning the sustainability of its dividends.
  
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• Who Is Joseph McGrail-Bateup? The Man Guinness World Records Crowns as Loudest Person After Record-Breaking Shout

  25-06-2026 10:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Aussie town crier Joseph McGrail-Bateup set a new Guinness World Record for the loudest shout by a man, reaching 122.4 decibels, a feat that surpassed the previous record set in 1994.
  
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