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• Apple iPhone Upgrade Program Ends as New Klarna Lease Means Many Users May Never Own Their iPhone

  29-07-2026 08:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Apple partners with Klarna to offer US customers flexible iPhone leasing options, addressing rising costs and encouraging frequent upgrades. The programme aims to smooth sales fluctuations and reduce reliance on major launches.
  
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• Ariana Grande 'Black Swan' Theory Goes Viral as Fans Spot Striking Similarities in 'Eternal Sunshine' Era

  29-07-2026 10:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A viral TikTok has fans comparing Ariana Grande's 'Eternal Sunshine' visuals to 'Black Swan,' sparking debate over the striking artistic similarities
  
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• Pentagon Monitors Fallout After Alleged Iranian Strike Against US Positions in the Middle East

  29-07-2026 10:53 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Pentagon is assessing the impact of an alleged Iranian missile attack on US forces in Jordan, which was intercepted, prompting a joint US-Saudi response amid ongoing regional diplomatic efforts.
  
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• People Are Selling Their Faces to AI for $15-$700 to Fuel China's Booming $2.3B Industry

  29-07-2026 10:50 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  People in China are selling access to their faces for AI-generated entertainment, creating a new income stream while raising concerns over identity rights, biometric data, and future misuse.
  
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• Shia LaBeouf Goes Viral After Calmly Telling Woman Following Him: 'Leave Me Alone'

  29-07-2026 10:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Shia LaBeouf goes viral after calmly asking a woman to leave him alone in an Instagram video as reports later emerge about her alleged arrest.
  
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• UK Weather: How to Keep Your Home Cool and Your Energy Bills Low as Britons Brace for a Fourth Heatwave

  29-07-2026 10:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Effective strategies to keep your home cool during the UK's 35°C heatwave. Learn how to cut electricity, manage bills, and stay healthy with practical tips.
  
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• Is X Replacing Traditional News Apps in the UK? Elon Musk Thinks So

  29-07-2026 10:41 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Elon Musk has described X as the go-to platform for real-time news, citing recent app rankings and growing engagement.
  
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• My Songwriter Heart Is So Happy: Debbie Gibson Reacts to Viral Filipino Karaoke Cover

  29-07-2026 10:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Pop icon Debbie Gibson responds to a viral karaoke cover of 'Lost in Your Eyes' by Filipino fans, accompanying their performance on piano in a touching virtual duet.
  
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• Trump's Midterm Outlook Darkens After Poll Finds GOP Voters Losing Confidence Over Economy

  29-07-2026 10:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Recent polls suggest declining Republican support due to economic concerns, with some voters considering switching to Democrats or abstaining from voting in the upcoming US midterm elections.
  
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• UFO Whistleblower Claims Humans Are Sharing Earth With Another Intelligent Species Hidden From the Public

  29-07-2026 10:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  UFO whistleblower Matthew Brown claims humans share Earth with another intelligent species, alleging that groundbreaking technologies are being withheld and whistleblowers face intimidation.
  
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• Kylian Mbappé's Vacation Photos With Rumoured Girlfriend Ester Expósito Prompt Wave of Racist Comments

  29-07-2026 10:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Kylian Mbappé and Ester Expósito were seen on a yacht in Sardinia, fuelling dating rumours and sparking online discussions, including racist remarks.
  
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• Internet Reacts to Yung Filly Testifying He Bit His Rape Trial Accuser, Calling It a 'Love Bite'

  29-07-2026 10:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Yung Filly has told a court that bite marks found on his accuser were consensual 'love bites', as his testimony prompted widespread discussion on social media.
  
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• American Airlines Hit With Online Ridicule Following Nationwide Ground Stop Due to Tech Issue

  29-07-2026 10:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  American Airlines faces scrutiny after experiencing a brief IT outage causing a nationwide ground stop, affecting flights and leading to delays and cancellations.
  
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• Dyslexic High School Dropout Solved Retail's $1 Trillion Problem, Now on Track for $500M in Revenue

  29-07-2026 09:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Sender Shamiss transformed retail returns with ReturnPro, a leading reverse logistics firm aiming for £376M in revenue. Discover innovative solutions to manage returns and boost profits.
  
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• Tom Holland Says Some of His Movies Were 'Sh*t' But Which Films Was He Talking About?

  29-07-2026 09:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Tom Holland candidly discusses the challenges of promoting films he didn't believe in, sparking curiosity about which movies he might be referring to.
  
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• Reform UK Demands Apology From Zach Polanski, Accuses Him of 'Inciting Murder'

  29-07-2026 09:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Reform UK says Zack Polanski should apologise after sharing and deleting an Instagram post featuring a guillotine slogan linked to Nigel Farage
  
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• Why Has Naga Munchetty Faced Claims of Being 'Rude'? BBC Breakfast Controversies Explained

  29-07-2026 09:38 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Naga Munchetty's BBC Breakfast career included on-air controversies, complaints and an internal workplace investigation.
  
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• New Trump Asylum Rule Bypasses Interviews To Push 444,000 Legal Migrants Toward Deportation

  29-07-2026 09:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A new USCIS rule lets officers refer more than 444,000 asylum seekers to immigration court without an interview, fast-tracking deportations and sparking legal challenges.
  
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• 10 Photos of Justin Herbert: LA Chargers Quarterback Engaged to Singer Madison Beer

  29-07-2026 09:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and singer Madison Beer are engaged, sharing the news with fans through a romantic proposal and stunning engagement ring photos on social media.
  
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• Claude AI-Shared Erotic Role-Play and Legal Advice Surfaced on Google After Privacy Blunder

  29-07-2026 09:17 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Anthropic's Claude AI is criticised after a flaw exposed private user chats on search engines, revealing confidential and intimate conversations. The company faces scrutiny over its security measures.
  
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• Broadband and Mobile Price Rises: How Ofcom's Pounds and Pence Rule Changed What UK Homes Pay in 2026

  29-07-2026 09:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The impact of the 2026 broadband price increase, Ofcom's new regulations, and how to find out when you can cancel your contract without a fee.
  
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• 10 Photos of Madison Beer as Her Engagement to Justin Herbert Takes Over the Internet

  29-07-2026 09:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Madison Beer and Justin Herbert announced their engagement via Instagram, sparking renewed interest in Beer's career and personal life. The couple's relationship has been in the public eye since 2025.
  
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• Ex-UFC Star Anthony Smith Faces 20 Years Over Felonies: Inside His Life and Career Before Arrest

  29-07-2026 08:55 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Anthony 'Lionheart' Smith, a former UFC fighter, faces up to 20 years in prison after being arrested in Nebraska on felony charges, including domestic violence and terroristic threats.
  
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• Johnson & Johnson Pays $5.5B Over Baby Powder Cancer Claims; Wall Street Rewards It Anyway

  29-07-2026 08:53 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Johnson & Johnson's $5.5B talc settlement impacts ovarian cancer claims and stock performance. Learn about the legal outcomes, unresolved issues, and future implications for claimants and investors.
  
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• Madison Beer's Dating History After Announcing Engagement to NFL Star Justin Herbert

  29-07-2026 08:50 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  From Jack Gilinsky to Justin Herbert: A look back at Madison Beer's high-profile dating history following her romantic engagement to the LA Chargers quarterback.
  
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• UEFA Warns FIFA Is 'Selling' the World Cup as $20 Billion Kushner-Linked Plan Sparks Boycott Threat

  29-07-2026 08:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  FIFA's $20 billion plan to create a commercial subsidiary for World Cup operations faces strong opposition from UEFA, raising concerns over governance and potential changes to the tournament's structure.
  
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• Gavin Newsom Affair Resurfaces as Ex-Aide Breaks 20-Year Silence and Reveals Kamala Harris' Advice

  29-07-2026 08:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ruby Rippey breaks 20 years of silence in a Vanity Fair essay on her Gavin Newsom affair, revealing Kamala Harris advised her to stay quiet as both eye 2028.
  
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• A Female Health Brand Just Used Erling Haaland Memes To Explain What Goes on During a Woman's Period

  29-07-2026 08:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Hiya Healthcare's viral campaign uses Erling Haaland memes to creatively explain the menstrual cycle, making women's health education more engaging and accessible through humour and pop culture.
  
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• MJ Shannon Cause of Death Update: Death Certificate Reveals What Happened Before Kris Jenner's Mum Died

  29-07-2026 08:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The death certificate of Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon, Kris Jenner's mother, reveals her cause of death as acute cardiopulmonary arrest, with underlying conditions including metastatic lung cancer.
  
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• 'The Money Is the Easy Part': Byron Allen Cuts 35% of BuzzFeed Workforce to Save $32M

  29-07-2026 08:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  BuzzFeed announces a 35% workforce reduction after Byron Allen's takeover, focusing on restructuring, cost-cutting, and free streaming. Impact on BuzzFeed, HuffPost, and Tasty outlined.
  
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