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• 'Alignment Faking' AIs Are Reportedly Evading Human Control with No Kill Switch

  29-06-2026 17:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Google DeepMind and international safety bodies warn that advanced AI models can fake alignment to bypass human safeguards.
  
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• 'It's Just Not Working': Trump's Iran Talks Under Fire as Insider Warns on Netanyahu's Political Future

  29-06-2026 21:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Armstrong Williams critiques Trump's Iran strategy, suggesting it may fail to secure a lasting agreement and could impact Israeli politics, particularly Netanyahu's stance on Iran.
  
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• 'Thank You For Saving Free Speech': Nicki Minaj Sparks Backlash Over Birthday Tribute to Elon Musk

  29-06-2026 19:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Nicki Minaj sparks debate after thanking Elon Musk for 'saving free speech' in a birthday post on X, deepening her public alignment with the tech billionaire.
  
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• Jeremy Lin Admits New York's Long-Awaited NBA Title Finished the Story Linsanity Never Could

  29-06-2026 19:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The New York Knicks have ended their 53-year NBA title drought, with Jeremy Lin reflecting on the emotional closure this championship brings to the Linsanity era.
  
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• Leaked iPhone 18 Fold Prototype Suggests Huawei-Inspired Design Ahead of Apple's First Foldable

  29-06-2026 19:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Leaked dummy units suggest Apple's first foldable iPhone adopts a wide, Huawei-inspired design over Samsung's approach, prioritizing a tablet-like screen for better productivity.
  
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• Kawhi Leonard Trade Shock: Clippers and Raptors in Serious Talks Amid Hidden $300M NBA Investigation

  29-06-2026 19:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The LA Clippers and Toronto Raptors are in serious trade talks involving Kawhi Leonard, with potential implications from an ongoing NBA investigation into the Clippers' salary cap practices.
  
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• 'Minimum, Four': Taylor Swift's Family Comments Resurface as Psychic Predicts 2027 Baby With Travis Kelce

  29-06-2026 19:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A celebrity psychic has predicted that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will welcome a baby in 2027 and step back from the spotlight after their planned 2025 wedding, reviving Swift's own past comments about wanting a big family.
  
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• War-Mad Putin Wildly Claims 'Everything Is Fine' as Russia Fractures Behind Closed Doors

  29-06-2026 19:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Vladimir Putin's address at the United Russia Party Congress emphasised national unity and resilience amidst ongoing conflict and Western sanctions, reinforcing the Kremlin's narrative ahead of parliamentary elections.
  
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• Winter Storm Warning: National Weather Service Warns Blizzards to Drop 3 Feet of Snow as July Begins

  29-06-2026 19:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A rare late-June 'Winter Storm Warning' is forecast to dump up to three feet of snow and unleash 60mph winds across high elevations in the western US, just as July begins.
  
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• Argentine Soccer Player Loses Entire Family in Venezuela Earthquakes After Days of Searching

  29-06-2026 18:58 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Argentine footballer Lucas Trejo tragically lost his wife and two children in the Venezuela earthquakes. Despite desperate searches, their bodies were found beneath the rubble of their home.
  
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• Subpoenas, Stalking, and Hotel Raids: How Trump's Homeland Security Is Targeting Citizens Who Speak Out

  29-06-2026 18:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Federal agents have confronted New Yorkers at home, in hotels and even at polling stations after they criticised Donald Trump's immigration agenda, raising fears of a broader clampdown on dissent.
  
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• Nobel Laureate Unleashes Furious Attack on Elon Musk: 'Millions of Children's Blood Is on His Hands'

  29-06-2026 18:46 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman launches a fierce attack on Elon Musk, claiming USAID cuts contributed to millions of deaths and sparked a global humanitarian catastrophe.
  
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• Deported, Then Back Again: Thousands of Previously Deported Migrants Made Their Way Back Into Britain

  29-06-2026 18:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Thousands of previously deported migrants returned to the UK between 2021 and 2025, raising fresh questions over border security, deportation costs and immigration enforcement.
  
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• Police Investigating Missing Women in Philly Discover A Chilling Ted Bundy Letter in Felon's Home

  29-06-2026 18:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Philadelphia police are investigating a residence in Olney after discovering firearms, chemicals, and evidence linked to missing persons.
  
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• Prince Harry's UK Family Visit in Doubt After Government Rejects Last-Minute Security Request

  29-06-2026 18:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry's UK family visit is in doubt after a reported security setback, raising fears Archie and Lilibet could miss a long-awaited reunion with King Charles.
  
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• 'Morbed': DC Movie Supergirl Compared to Morbius After Weak Box Office Opening Weekend

  29-06-2026 18:21 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  DC's 'Supergirl' opened to disappointing box office numbers, drawing comparisons to Marvel's 'Morbius.' The film's underperformance raises questions about superhero fatigue.
  
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• Druski's BET Awards Debut Divides Fans: 'Who Let Bro Host?'

  29-06-2026 18:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Druski's debut as the youngest BET Awards host divided opinions, with his viral comedy style praised by some and criticised by others for its suitability at the prestigious event.
  
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• 'Never Real': Candace Owens Links Erika Kirk to Jeffrey Epstein Network in Charlie Kirk Marriage Claim

  29-06-2026 18:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Candace Owens intensifies claims against Erika Kirk, alleging ties to Jeffrey Epstein without evidence. Erika Kirk responds with legal action, escalating the public and legal dispute.
  
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• Donald Trump Is Apparently 'Shrinking Into A Giant Shrimp' According To Critics

  29-06-2026 17:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A photo of Donald Trump with Senator John Thune has reignited debate over Trump's height, challenging the official White House figures and sparking online mockery.
  
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• Fourth of July in Jeopardy: Fireworks Banned as America's Largest Wildfire Rages Out of Control

  29-06-2026 17:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A state of emergency and fireworks ban are in effect in the western US due to wildfires. Utah and Colorado face dangerous conditions, with officials prioritising safety over holiday traditions
  
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• Bonnie Blue Pregnancy Update: Adult Star Sparks Fresh Horror Over New Baby-Themed 'Milk Me' Stunt

  29-06-2026 17:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Bonnie Blue's latest pregnancy-themed stunt in London has sparked outrage, blending motherhood imagery with adult entertainment. The controversial event has drawn criticism and debate online.
  
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• Burnham's Manchesterism could change the UK, but is not yet a full economic plan

  29-06-2026 17:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Andy Burnham's speech depicted a different way of seeing and running the UK, though there are many other questions about the detail.
  
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• Donald Trump's Ambassador Bitterly Mocks Katy Perry Onstage After Safety Cancellation

  29-06-2026 17:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ambassador Bill White mocked Katy Perry's absence at the America250 event in Brussels, attributing her no-show to 'karma' after her festival performance was cancelled due to severe weather.
  
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• Trump 'Holds Affordability Hostage' With Massive Temper Tantrum, Killing Largest Housing Bill in a Generation

  29-06-2026 17:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  President Trump cancels signing a bipartisan housing bill, demanding Congress prioritise voter ID legislation, causing a political standoff and stalling a major housing initiative.
  
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• 'He Said He Used a Gun': Boy, 10, Charged With First-Degree Murder in Infant's Shooting Death in St. Louis

  29-06-2026 17:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A 10-year-old boy in St Louis is charged with first-degree murder after allegedly shooting a seven-month-old baby, marking Missouri's youngest murder prosecution.
  
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• Trump Health Panic Explodes: CNN Exposes POTUS' Fading Hearing, 'Swollen Ankles,' and the Unseen Decline

  29-06-2026 17:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A new book claims Donald Trump has hearing issues and swollen ankles, sparking debate about his health. The White House dismisses concerns, framing them as political rather than medical.
  
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• 'He Opened Pandora's Box': Marjorie Taylor Greene and MAGA Base Rebel as Trump Unleashes New War on Iran

  29-06-2026 17:17 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump's fresh strikes on Iran have triggered a rare revolt from his own MAGA base, with Marjorie Taylor Greene and America First voices warning he has 'opened Pandora's Box' on foreign wars.
  
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• The End of Britain's Iconic Destroyers? Royal Navy's Future Fleet Will Be Built Around Drones Instead

  29-06-2026 17:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Royal Navy will replace its Type 45 destroyers with drone-armed Common Combat Vessels due to budget constraints, marking a shift towards hybrid naval capabilities.
  
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• Mark Zuckerberg Pushes Meta Into Prediction Markets After US Soldier Uses Invasion Secrets to Win $400K

  29-06-2026 17:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Meta is developing a prediction-market platform called 'Arena' amidst controversy over a US soldier's alleged insider trading. The move highlights prediction markets' shift towards mainstream consumer technology.
  
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• Prince Harry Reportedly 'Distraught' as UK Government Strips Security Days Before Trip

  29-06-2026 17:09 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry is reconsidering a UK family visit after being denied police protection, raising concerns about his children's safety and a potential reunion with King Charles.
  
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