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• AI vs Human Connection: Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on What the Modern World Is Getting Wrong

  27-08-2026 22:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Founder of the global humanitarian organisation Art of Living, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, emphasises the irreplaceable value of human connection amidst AI advancements and warns of declining attention spans.
  
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• Blind Man Told He Wasn't Entitled to Benefits for 5 Years: SSA Could Demand $72K Back

  28-08-2026 08:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A legally blind SSDI recipient is appealing an SSA decision that could result in a $72,000 overpayment, raising questions about disability work rules and appeals.
  
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• Ash Trevino 'Jealous' of Her Own Daughter as Shocking Mother-Daughter Rivalry Resurfaces

  28-08-2026 08:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ash Trevino faces renewed scrutiny after old clips with her daughter resurface, including her comments about jealousy, appearance and followers
  
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• Glasgow Abduction Mystery: Three Arrested After Man Allegedly Snatched From Street

  28-08-2026 08:19 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Three individuals have been arrested in Glasgow following an alleged abduction. The victim was found safe, and police continue to investigate the incident's circumstances.
  
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• Peter Cullen Dies at 85 as Story Behind Optimus Prime's Iconic Voice Resurfaces

  28-08-2026 07:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Peter Cullen, the voice of Optimus Prime, has died at 85. His brother Larry inspired Cullen's portrayal, shaping the character's enduring legacy of leadership and compassion
  
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• Who Gets Priority on UK Buses? Viral Wheelchair vs Buggies Row Sparks Fierce Debate

  28-08-2026 07:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A viral video has reignited the debate over priority seating on UK buses, highlighting the challenges wheelchair users face when spaces are occupied by buggies.
  
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• 'Sounded Like a Bomb': Double-Decker Bus Smashes Into Home as Terrified Residents Describe Horror

  28-08-2026 07:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A double-decker bus crashed into a Norfolk home, causing significant damage but no injuries. The incident prompted a major emergency response, with residents describing the impact as explosive.
  
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• Trump Renames Lake Ontario 'Lake America' as Canada Rejects Controversial Name Change

  28-08-2026 07:47 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America', prompting rejection from Canada and highlighting tensions between the two countries over trade and national identity
  
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• Dolly Parton Employed and Defended Trans Driver After 1990 'Sex Change Shocker' Tabloid Outing

  28-08-2026 07:46 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Days after Dolly Parton's death, a 1990 tabloid outing of her transgender chauffeur Jason Pirro has resurfaced, documenting her quiet trans support long before today's culture wars.
  
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• Irish Teen Allegedly Raped by Swiss Politician Was Nearly Deported After His Arrest

  28-08-2026 07:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  An Irish teen and her mother can remain in Switzerland after a court overturned their deportation, amidst allegations of abuse by a former Swiss politician facing serious charges.
  
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• Dolly Parton's Sister Slams Trump Over Bizarre Fake AI Photo Claiming Late Country Icon Secretly Liked Him

  28-08-2026 07:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump posted an AI image of himself with Dolly Parton and claimed she 'really liked me', prompting the late singer's sister Stella to brand his behaviour 'deranged'.
  
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• Devon Again Replaces KATSEYE at Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields Festival After Megan's Ankle Injury

  28-08-2026 07:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Devon Again replaces KATSEYE at Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields after Megan Skiendiel suffers an ankle injury during tour rehearsals ahead of the benefit festival.
  
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• Madeleine White Fedyk's Dog Dies After $10K Training as Owners Claim He Never Saw a Vet

  28-08-2026 06:58 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Influencer Madeleine White and musician Andrew Fedyk are investigating their dog's sudden death during a training programme, alleging negligence and seeking answers from the training company.
  
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• Esther González's Saudi Arabia Move Raises Questions After She Deleted Family Photos

  28-08-2026 06:52 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Spanish footballer Esther González joins Al-Qadsiah after leaving Gotham FC, amid controversy over the removal of family photos from her social media, raising questions about her move to Saudi Arabia.
  
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• Chinese Idol Yu Yuhan 'Snaps' at Fan After She Allegedly Tries To Open His Moving Car Door

  28-08-2026 06:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Yu Yuhan appeared to confront a fan after she allegedly pulled at his moving car door, sparking debate over sasaeng behaviour and his response
  
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• GTA 6 Gameplay Takes Realism to New Level as Diet and Sleep Transform Jason and Lucia

  28-08-2026 06:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rockstar has confirmed 'GTA 6' will let diet, sleep, partying, and long police chases visibly reshape Jason and Lucia, expanding a body system last seen in 2004's San Andreas.
  
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• Dolly Parton Quietly Volunteered as a Cancer Test Case So Future Patients Might One Day Be Saved

  28-08-2026 06:07 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Dolly Parton's sister Stella has revealed that the country legend offered to let doctors test experimental cancer drugs on her so future patients might one day be saved.
  
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• Brampton Mayor Calls Trump's Lake Ontario Rename 'A Bit Preposterous' as Canada Vows To Ignore Any Action

  28-08-2026 01:03 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown criticises Trump's executive order to rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America', highlighting Canadian opposition and the historical significance of the original name.
  
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• Trump Chopper Close Call at DCA Triggered by Radio Blind Spot, NTSB Says

  28-08-2026 00:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A communication failure led to Marine One coming dangerously close to a passenger jet near Reagan National Airport, highlighting aviation safety concerns. The NTSB is investigating the incident.
  
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• Olivia Rodrigo's Charity-Driven Women's Festival Teams With Taco Bell for New Pink Baja Blast Launch

  28-08-2026 00:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Olivia Rodrigo partners with Taco Bell to launch a pink Baja Blast at her women's music festival, supporting organisations for women and girls. The drink debuts in select locations before a national rollout.
  
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• Lindsay Clancy Defence Says She 'Did Nothing Wrong in Her Life' as Lawyers Battle State Experts Over Postpartum Psychosis Insanity Plea

  28-08-2026 00:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Lindsay Clancy's defence attorney argues for an insanity plea, blaming psychiatric medication for her mental collapse, while prosecutors dismiss this as a distraction in the tragic child strangling case.
  
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• Jamie Carragher Tax Debt Reportedly Near £800,000 as HMRC Bankruptcy Petition Nears Settlement

  28-08-2026 00:35 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jamie Carragher is seeking to settle a reported £700,000–£800,000 tax debt after HMRC filed a bankruptcy petition at the High Court.
  
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• IV Saline Recalled Nationwide After Potential Fibreglass Contamination Raises Risk of Blood Clots and Death

  28-08-2026 00:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Baxter International recalls saline bags in 14 US states after discovering fibreglass particles, posing risks of blood clots and organ damage. Hospitals are urged to stop using affected lots immediately.
  
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• UK Weather: Drayton Manor Shuts After Flooding as More Storms Threaten Bank Holiday

  28-08-2026 00:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Drayton Manor shut after flooding hit Staffordshire, as more rain, showers and stronger winds threaten the UK over the Bank Holiday weekend.
  
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• Where To Watch Miss USA 2026: Start Time, Date, Streaming Details and How To Watch Live

  28-08-2026 00:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Miss USA 2026 pageant celebrates its 75th anniversary with a live stream on Queen Beauty Network after The CW cancels its broadcast due to contractual issues.
  
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• Greg Bovino Alleges Trump Officials Pulled His Security Detail After He Became a DHS Critic, Saying They 'Want Him Dead'

  28-08-2026 00:24 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Greg Bovino, a retired US Border Patrol chief, claims his security detail was withdrawn to silence him, alleging officials want him dead. The White House has dismissed these allegations as 'absurd.'
  
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• Sydney Sweeney Sets Pulses Racing in Risqué Syrn Lingerie Photoshoot Ahead of Her Milestone 29th Birthday

  28-08-2026 00:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Sydney Sweeney launches her 'Birthday Boobs' lingerie collection with Syrn, featuring romantic designs and inclusive sizing, just ahead of her 29th birthday.
  
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• 'They Are Purposely Hidden': Sociologist Says Millions of Data Workers Power AI in Secret

  28-08-2026 00:05 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Millions of workers globally are essential to AI systems, yet often hidden. Sociologist Antonio Casilli reveals their roles, challenges, and the industry's portrayal of AI as autonomous.
  
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• Taylor Swift Reportedly Begins Writing New Album After 'Incredibly Inspiring' Travis Kelce Wedding Ceremony

  27-08-2026 23:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Taylor Swift's marriage to Travis Kelce has reportedly inspired new music, as she balances her songwriting with Kelce's NFL commitments. The couple's relationship continues to influence Swift's creative process.
  
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• Jesus Christ's 'True Tomb' Found: Italian Archaeologists Match 2,000-Year-Old Garden To Biblical Texts

  27-08-2026 23:44 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Italian archaeologists have uncovered an ancient landscape beneath Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre, revealing a first-century quarry and burial site that aligns with biblical descriptions of Jesus' burial.
  
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