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• 'Completely Empty': Trump's Great American State Fair Branded 'Flop' After Sparse Crowds and Early Blunders

  30-06-2026 10:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump's Great American State Fair opened with sparse crowds and technical issues, overshadowing its patriotic intent and raising questions about public enthusiasm for the event.
  
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• John Miller Reportedly Feels Like a 'Third Wheel' as Single Ben Affleck Crowds Jennifer Garner Relationship

  01-07-2026 20:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  John Miller feels sidelined in his relationship with Jennifer Garner due to her close bond with ex-husband Ben Affleck, creating tension in their romance.
  
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• 'Completely Demolished': Wife of Beartooth Frontman Caleb Shomo Breaks Silence After He Comes Out as Gay

  01-07-2026 19:45 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo publicly comes out as gay, sharing his journey of self-discovery and sobriety, while his wife Fleur Shomo discusses the emotional impact on their marriage.
  
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• 'Divorced in a Year': NFL Fans Brutally Troll Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Ahead of Massive 1,100-Guest Wedding Event

  01-07-2026 19:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's rumoured event at Madison Square Garden sparks public outrage over alleged taxpayer money use, despite no confirmed wedding plans.
  
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• Airport Radar Leakage Could Reveal Humanity to Aliens Up to 200 Lightyears Away

  01-07-2026 19:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Research indicates airport radar systems may unintentionally broadcast Earth's presence to aliens up to 200 lightyears away, offering insights into our technological footprint and implications for astronomy.
  
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• From 'Glad He's Dead' to Self-Brags: Trump Sparks Outrage With Another 'Self-Absorbed' Death Tribute

  01-07-2026 19:25 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump has sparked criticism with a death tribute to Village People singer Victor Willis that quickly turned into a boast about his rallies and his role in reviving Y.M.C.A..
  
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• 'Keep Our Eyes on Orbs': Polarising Harvard Alien Theorist Dismisses Critics After Landing White House UFO Job

  01-07-2026 19:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Harvard astronomer Avi Loeb has been appointed by the White House to lead a team investigating unidentified anomalous phenomena, focusing on 'orbs' reported by US military personnel, sparking debate.
  
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• Melania Trump Claims to 'Fully Support' LGBTQ+ Community While Applauding SCOTUS Trans Athlete Ban

  01-07-2026 19:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Melania Trump says she 'fully' backs LGBTQ+ rights while praising a US Supreme Court ruling upholding state bans on trans girls in school sports, deepening America's culture clash.
  
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• From Tarot Cards to Testimony: TikTok Spiritualist With 1M Followers Abruptly Deletes Everything for Christ

  01-07-2026 19:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A TikTok tarot creator with nearly 1M followers deleted her occult content after a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ, sparking a major online debate.
  
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• Is Xbox in Trouble? Shocking New 'GTA 6' Pre-Order Disparity Reveals a Devastating Nightmare For Microsoft

  01-07-2026 18:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  'GTA 6' pre-orders reveal a significant platform divide, with PlayStation leading Xbox by eight to one. This disparity has sparked controversy and debate over Xbox's market position.
  
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• How Did Victor Willis Die? Cause of Death, Net Worth and Career Highlights

  01-07-2026 18:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Victor Willis, the Village People frontman and co-writer of Y.M.C.A., has died aged 74 after a short but aggressive illness. His family and band have asked for privacy.
  
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• LeBron James, the NBA's All-Time Leading Scorer, Ends Eight-Year Lakers Reign, Now NFL Sides Fancy Their Chances Too

  01-07-2026 18:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  LeBron James is leaving the Lakers, sparking playful NFL recruitment and NBA free agency rumors linking the 41-year-old star to the Warriors and a Cavaliers return.
  
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• 'Cloud of Uncertainty': How Trump's Sudden USMCA Renegotiation Threatens the Future of North American Automaking

  01-07-2026 18:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The USMCA review begins, potentially altering North America's automotive industry. Stricter rules could affect manufacturing, investment, and trade, with significant implications for the region's integrated supply chains.
  
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• Trump Sparks 'Creeping Panic' in GOP After Forcing Lawmakers to Dismantle Major Housing Bill Stage

  01-07-2026 18:41 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump's abrupt cancellation of a housing bill signing has left Republicans scrambling, highlighting internal party tensions and raising concerns about their midterm election strategy.
  
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• Great American Fair Mired in Chaos: Power Failures, Empty Stalls, and $23 Turkey Legs Spark Public Outcry

  01-07-2026 18:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Great American State Fair, intended to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, faces criticism due to operational issues, power outages, and high food prices, overshadowing its opening days
  
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• Xbox Reportedly Planning 'Largest Single Layoff Event In Gaming History' With Cuts Set for July 7

  01-07-2026 18:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Xbox is reportedly preparing the 'largest single layoff event in gaming history,' with fears for Undead Labs, Ninja Theory and other studios as cuts are rumoured to start on 7 July.
  
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• UK 'Alien Capital' Claim: Cambridge Tops a New UFO Sightings Ranking But the Numbers Come With Caveats

  01-07-2026 18:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Cambridge leads UK cities in police-recorded UFO sightings, with a '1 in 400 lifetime chance' claim. However, the data reflects reports, not confirmed encounters, and lacks a disclosed timeframe.
  
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• Costco, Walmart and Target to Receive Millions as Feds Rush Out $166B 'Illegal' Tariff Refunds

  01-07-2026 18:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  US retailers are set to recover billions in tariff refunds after a court ruling invalidated Trump's emergency powers. The refund programme, one of the largest in history, is underway.
  
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• FBI Says All 3 Nancy Guthrie Ransom Notes Were Fake as Doubts Grow Over Whether She Was Abducted for Ransom

  01-07-2026 18:17 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Federal investigators have determined that all ransom notes in the Nancy Guthrie case are fake, leaving the high-profile disappearance unsolved and without a clear motive.
  
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• Australia To Lose Life-Saving Opioid Drug As Trump Administration Pricing Changes Ripple Worldwide

  01-07-2026 18:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Australia will lose access to the life-saving opioid treatment Sublocade as experts warn global drug pricing pressures and US policy changes could threaten more medicines.
  
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• 'Nope, Not Today': RFK Jr. Ruthlessly Trolled After Bailing on Live TV Presidential Fitness Test Pull-Up

  01-07-2026 18:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s failed pull-up attempt at a youth fitness event in Atlantic City went viral, overshadowing the relaunch of the Presidential Fitness Test and sparking social media mockery.
  
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• Space Technology Reveals Deadly Venezuela Earthquakes Shifted Earth's Crust By 30 Centimetres

  01-07-2026 18:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Space satellites detected northern Venezuela's crust shifting by 30 centimetres after twin deadly earthquakes, revealing hidden ground movement invisible from the surface.
  
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• Tesla's Missing Autopilot Data Showed It Detected A Hazard Before Fatal Crash, Despite Claims It Was Missing

  01-07-2026 18:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A judge upheld a $243 million verdict against Tesla over a fatal Autopilot crash, citing recovered data showing the system detected a hazard before impact.
  
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• 'You Cannot Board Like That': Fitness Influencer Edda Elisa Pilz Says Lufthansa Called Her 'Naked'

  01-07-2026 18:07 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  German influencer Edda Elisa Pilz claims Lufthansa staff prevented her from boarding due to her gym outfit, sparking debate over airline dress codes and treatment of passengers.
  
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• 'I Thought I Was Going to Die': Chris Brown Faces $13M Verdict After Housekeeper Mauled by Dog

  01-07-2026 18:05 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Chris Brown must pay $13 million after a jury ruled in favour of a housekeeper injured in a dog attack at his California home. The verdict adds to Brown's legal troubles.
  
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• Elon Musk Seeks One Name Tied to Aid Cuts; NYT Journalist Responds With Detailed List

  01-07-2026 17:50 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Elon Musk disputes claims that USAID cuts led to deaths, challenging critics to name victims. Nicholas Kristof responds with documented cases, highlighting the humanitarian impact of reduced foreign aid.
  
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• Should Melania Trump Be Jealous? Secret Service Reportedly Flagged 'Aggressive Attention' of Trump's Aide Natalie Harp

  01-07-2026 17:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Natalie Harp's close relationship with Donald Trump has sparked controversy, drawing Melania Trump into the spotlight. Speculation surrounds Harp's role, with concerns about her influence and devotion.
  
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• Crypto Overtakes Real Estate: Trump's 927-Page Financial Leak Reveals $1.4B Digital Empire, Melania's $11M Movie Deal

  01-07-2026 17:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A financial disclosure reveals Donald Trump's wealth is now centred on a $1.4 billion digital empire, with crypto surpassing traditional real estate, raising questions about political influence.
  
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• 'Am I Next?': Mayim Bialik Recalls Scary Encounter With Anti-Zionism Shirts, Critics Say She Overreacted

  01-07-2026 17:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Mayim Bialik's account of a frightening encounter with a man in an anti-Zionism T-shirt has sparked online debate, highlighting polarized views on antisemitism.
  
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• Mark Zuckerberg Claims AI Won't Destroy Jobs — Just Weeks After Meta Lays Off 8,000 Employees

  01-07-2026 17:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Mark Zuckerberg has dismissed fears that AI will trigger mass job losses, arguing that 'personal super intelligence' could expand employment even as Meta cuts thousands of roles.
  
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