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• Big Tech's Next AI Battle Isn't Chatbots: It's Data Centres Worth Hundreds of Billions

  01-07-2026 16:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The biggest AI race is no longer about smarter chatbots. Technology giants are investing hundreds of billions in computing power and data centres that could determine the industry's future.
  
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• Kate Middleton Is 'Interested' in Meeting Archie and Lilibet Despite Royal Feud With Harry and Meghan: Report

  02-07-2026 01:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Kate Middleton is reportedly urging Prince William to meet Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during their UK visit, hoping to mend family ties and connect with their children.
  
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• Prince Harry 'Devastated' After King Charles Offered Accommodation but Not Security Ahead of UK Visit

  02-07-2026 01:23 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry's planned UK visit faces uncertainty due to denied police protection, despite King Charles offering royal accommodation. The ongoing security dispute remains unresolved since the Sussexes stepped down as royals.
  
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• Harry Kane Breaks England 2026 World Cup Record, Overtakes Lineker With 11 Goals Against Panama

  02-07-2026 01:19 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Harry Kane breaks England's World Cup scoring record with 11 goals, overtaking Gary Lineker after the 4-2 win over Croatia at World Cup 2026.
  
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• Trump's 'Perfect' Cognitive Test Isn't What It Seems: The Medical Memo Tells a Different Story

  02-07-2026 01:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump's claim of a 'perfect' cognitive test score sparks debate over its significance, highlighting the difference between cognitive screening and intelligence testing amidst political scrutiny.
  
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• Nara Smith Reveals Juggling Postpartum Life and Daughter Whimsy's Chemo Has Been 'Really Challenging'

  02-07-2026 01:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Nara Smith shares her emotional journey of balancing postpartum recovery while supporting her two-year-old daughter through chemotherapy, highlighting the challenges and support from her online community.
  
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• Trump Scolded Charlie Kirk After TPUSA Event Became Epstein 'Grievance Fest,' New Book Claims

  02-07-2026 00:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A new book reveals tensions between Donald Trump and Charlie Kirk after a Turning Point USA event focused on the Epstein controversy, highlighting rare discord within Trump's conservative allies.
  
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• Trump's Walk Sparks Fresh Health Speculation as Netizens Claim Something Is Wrong With His Right Leg

  02-07-2026 00:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A viral clip of Trump boarding Marine One fuels health speculation as users scrutinise his right leg's movement, though no official medical diagnosis has been confirmed.
  
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• Stormy Daniels Reignites 'Yucky' Donald Trump Feud With Cheeky Reflecting Pool Joke

  02-07-2026 00:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Stormy Daniels reignites her feud with Donald Trump through a humorous Instagram post, using the Reflecting Pool as a punchline, reminding the public of their infamous legal battles.
  
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• Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce's MSG Wedding: The Six‑Figure Price Of Total Secrecy

  02-07-2026 00:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Massive trucks, tight security, and street closures at Madison Square Garden fuel speculation of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's secret wedding. Here's what's confirmed so far.
  
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• Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez Spark Reunion Rumours With Matching Moon Posts Weeks After Ethan Slater Split

  02-07-2026 00:24 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez have sparked reunion rumours after sharing similar moon photos on social media, leading fans to speculate about a rekindled romance.
  
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• Man Facing Murder Charge Over Jordan Wishon Had Nearly 90 Prior Court Cases, Records Show

  02-07-2026 00:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A North Carolina man with a history of legal issues is charged with murder after the remains of a missing mother were found buried in Rutherfordton, sparking community outrage.
  
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• I needed to use a food bank after graduating - now I want to end the stigma

  02-07-2026 00:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Steven, who now runs his own therapy business, struggled to make ends meet after graduating.
  
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• 'We Can Support the LGBTQIA+ Community and Also Protect Female Athletes': Melania Trump Responds to Supreme Court Title IX Ruling

  02-07-2026 00:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Melania Trump supports LGBTQIA+ rights and protections for female athletes, following a Supreme Court ruling on transgender participation in women's sports, sparking debate on fairness and inclusion.
  
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• Iran War Fallout Set to Deepen China's Grip on Global Renewable Energy Supply

  02-07-2026 00:07 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The US-Iran conflict accelerates the global shift from fossil fuels, with China emerging as a major beneficiary due to its dominance in renewable energy production and infrastructure.
  
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• What Is Cyclosporiasis? 145 Sick in 17 States as Outbreak Tests US Food Safety

  01-07-2026 23:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A cyclosporiasis outbreak has sickened over 145 people in 17 US states, with federal officials urgently investigating the contaminated food source. The illness is linked to fresh produce.
  
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• Scientists 'Fully Engineer' World's First Cell Built from Scratch, as Experts Debate on What Counts as Life

  01-07-2026 23:46 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Researchers have developed 'SpudCell', a synthetic cell capable of self-feeding, growth, and division, marking a milestone in synthetic biology and sparking debate over the definition of life.
  
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• ICE Arrest of Catholic Nun on Her Way to Church Triggers Bipartisan Backlash in Pro-Trump South Texas

  01-07-2026 23:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A Nigerian-born nun's arrest by ICE agents near her Texas church has sparked bipartisan outrage and reignited debates over immigration enforcement and racial profiling.
  
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• UK Firms Now on the Hook for Senior Managers' Crimes as Law Takes Effect This Week

  01-07-2026 23:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Crime and Policing Act 2026 makes UK companies criminally liable for offences by senior managers, expanding liability beyond previous limits. This aligns UK law with recent EU reforms.
  
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• Who Are Angela Nikolau And Ivan Beerkus? Skywalkers Stars Behind The Empire State Building Proposal

  01-07-2026 23:07 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Daredevil climbers Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus scaled the Empire State Building to propose, capturing global attention with their high-altitude romance and a powerful message of love.
  
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• Trump Boasts $80B Intel Win, Says 'Nobody Talks About It' as Filing Reveals $1B+ Crypto Empire

  01-07-2026 22:55 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump claims an $80B Intel win as a new disclosure reveals more than $1bn in reported crypto proceeds from family-linked ventures.
  
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• Harvey Weinstein Health Update: Disgraced Mogul Rushed to Hospital After Suffering Heart Failure From Pneumonia

  01-07-2026 22:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Harvey Weinstein, 74, suffers heart failure linked to pneumonia while imprisoned at Rikers Island. Hospitalised at Bellevue, his health crisis adds complexity to his ongoing legal battles.
  
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• Trump Aide Natalie Harp Turns to President as a 'Father Figure' Following Tragic Loss, Her Brother Claims

  01-07-2026 22:44 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Preston Harp reveals his sister Natalie's devotion to Trump stems from unresolved grief over their father's death, viewing Trump as a paternal figure. Her loyalty has raised security concerns.
  
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• Natalie Harp Uses Trump as a Replacement 'Father Figure' Following Tragic Family Loss, Estranged Brother Warns

  01-07-2026 22:44 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Preston Harp reveals his sister Natalie's devotion to Trump stems from unresolved grief over their father's death, viewing Trump as a paternal figure. Her loyalty has raised security concerns.
  
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• Pitbull Fans in Glasgow Concert: Bring a Poncho, and Maybe a Bald Cap as 'Heavy Rain' Hits Scotland

  01-07-2026 22:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Pitbull's Glasgow concert at Bellahouston Park may be affected by heavy rain and blustery winds, but fans are ready to embrace the weather for an unforgettable experience.
  
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• Michael Jackson's Biopic Beats Oppenheimer to Become Highest-Grossing Biopic With $977M Worldwide

  01-07-2026 22:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  'Michael,' the Michael Jackson biopic, has become the highest-grossing biopic ever, surpassing 'Oppenheimer' with £739m in earnings, despite facing criticism for its portrayal of Jackson's life.
  
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• Trump Weighs Military Strikes on Iran as Nuclear Talks Near Collapse

  01-07-2026 22:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump is weighing military strikes on Iran while keeping diplomatic talks alive, as officials say he fears more attacks could damage efforts to curb Tehran's nuclear programme.
  
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• Bengaluru Daycare Abuse Case: Videos Show Toddlers Put in Washing Machine, Locked in Bathrooms

  01-07-2026 22:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Five caregivers at a Bengaluru daycare face police investigation after videos show toddlers being locked in bathrooms and placed in a washing machine, raising safety concerns among parents.
  
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• Harry Potter Star Michael Byrne Dies at 82, Closing the Book on a Remarkable Career

  01-07-2026 22:21 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Michael Byrne, the British actor known for Indiana Jones and Harry Potter, has died at 82 after a long career in theatre, film and television.
  
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• Halifax brand to be scrapped after 173 years

  01-07-2026 22:09 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Lloyds says it remains committed to the town of Halifax and very little will change for customers.
  
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