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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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• UN Shipping Agency Says There Is 'No Legal Basis' for Trump's Hormuz Toll Plan

  13-07-2026 21:47 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The UN's maritime agency has rejected Donald Trump's proposal to charge a 20% fee for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, citing no legal basis for tolls on international waterways.
  
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• ICE Fatal Shooting in Maine Caught on Video as Bystanders Describe the 'Execution' of 26-Year-Old Colombian Man

  13-07-2026 21:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A young father was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Biddeford, Maine, sparking community outrage and calls for a thorough investigation into the use of lethal force by federal agents.
  
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• Tom Cruise Reveals 'Digger' Pushed Him Like No Film Before, As First Full Trailer Drops Worldwide

  13-07-2026 21:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Tom Cruise undergoes a dramatic transformation in Alejandro González Iñárritu's 'Digger', portraying an oil baron amidst a nuclear crisis. The film promises originality and a departure from Cruise's typical roles.
  
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• Peter Nygard Found Guilty Again After Not Contesting Montreal Sex Assault Case

  13-07-2026 21:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Peter Nygard, already serving an 11-year sentence, was convicted again for sexual assault in Montreal. He chose not to contest the charges, with extradition to the US pending.
  
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• From Sandringham to 'I Do': Sam Chatto and Eleanor Ekserdjian's Royal Romance Reaches Its Biggest Milestone

  13-07-2026 21:09 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Sam Chatto, grandson of Princess Margaret, is engaged to artist Eleanor Ekserdjian. Their relationship, rooted in shared artistic passions, signals a modern royal romance.
  
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• Rachel Burden Exits BBC Breakfast After 11 Years: What Programmes are Affected by 'Schedule Changes'?

  13-07-2026 20:46 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rachel Burden leaves BBC Breakfast after 11 years, as the broadcaster implements cost-cutting measures affecting several programmes, including the end of the Sunday edition.
  
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• Argentina Make Urgent Request To FIFA Before World Cup Semi-Final With England As Messi Backs Superstition

  13-07-2026 20:38 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Argentina will wear their dark blue away kit against England in the World Cup semi-final, reviving memories of past victories and stirring superstitions among fans.
  
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• 'Heated Rivalry' Star Hudson Williams Snaps at Autograph Dealers Following Him in Paris

  13-07-2026 20:22 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Hudson Williams, star of 'Heated Rivalry', faced autograph dealers at Paris Fashion Week, highlighting the challenges of sudden fame. Despite confrontations, he warmly engaged with genuine fans.
  
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• Jannik Sinner And Linda Noskova Lose Almost Half Their Prize Money After £3.6M Wimbledon Paydays

  13-07-2026 20:19 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jannik Sinner and Linda Noskova's Wimbledon victories come with substantial UK tax liabilities, reducing their £3.6 million prizes significantly due to non-resident sportsperson tax rules.
  
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• 'AI May Give Us Only a Few Years': Nobel Economists Warn AI Could Trigger Historic Economic Shift

  13-07-2026 20:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  More than 200 economists, including 16 Nobel laureates, warn AI could reshape the economy within years unless governments prepare now.
  
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• 'Stop Lecturing Fans': Mick Jagger Slams Bruce Springsteen's On-Stage Anti-Trump Rants

  13-07-2026 20:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Mick Jagger criticises Bruce Springsteen's political rants during concerts, suggesting audiences prefer entertainment over political sermons. Jagger advocates for subtle social commentary rather than overt political speeches.
  
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• Jai Sharma Built Demand for a Brain-Training Headset Without Spending on Ads

  13-07-2026 19:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Mave Health co-founder's zero-spend growth strategy shows how new categories are created before people know what to search for.
  
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• MAGA Influencer Laura Loomer Branded 'Satan' Over Poisoning Claims After Lindsey Graham's Death

  13-07-2026 19:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Laura Loomer faces a furious backlash after using Lindsey Graham's sudden death to push unverified poisoning claims and call for strikes on Iran and Russia, before any official cause is confirmed.
  
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• 'Cancer Inside The System': Anne Applebaum Warns Election Threat Will Outlast Trump

  13-07-2026 19:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Historian Anne Applebaum warns that election denialism poses a long-term threat to democracy, extending beyond Donald Trump and influencing future elections.
  
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• 'Massive Red Alert': 4 Justices Signal Trump Can Rewrite 14th Amendment by Executive Order

  13-07-2026 18:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Supreme Court's recent ruling has intensified debates on birthright citizenship, with critics warning it could lead to future constitutional challenges and reshape interpretations of the 14th Amendment.
  
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• Chilling Alien Theory: High Probability of 'Self-Annihilation' Explains Silent Cosmos

  13-07-2026 18:41 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Scientists explore the Fermi paradox, suggesting that alien civilisations may self-destruct before becoming detectable, explaining the silence of the cosmos despite the vastness of the universe.
  
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• Inside Australia's Incest Cult: Patriarch Tim Colt Had Children With Both Daughter and Granddaughter

  13-07-2026 18:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A court investigation in Australia uncovered a multigenerational incest network within the Colt family, revealing decades of abuse, neglect, and deception, leading to numerous criminal charges and convictions.
  
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• Ann Widdecombe Murder Suspect Re-Arrested for Terror Acts as Investigation Explodes

  13-07-2026 18:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Counter Terrorism Policing has taken over the investigation into Ann Widdecombe's killing in Devon, re-arresting a 28-year-old man on suspicion of terror offences as detectives probe possible motives.
  
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• Britney Spears Hit With Police 'Courtesy Call' Over Dangerous 101 Freeway Sunroof Stunt

  13-07-2026 18:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Britney Spears received a police warning after performing a sunroof stunt on a busy LA freeway. The incident follows recent legal troubles, highlighting ongoing challenges post-conservatorship.
  
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• David Harbour, Lily Allen Divorce: Inside The Controversial West End Girl Album Lyrics

  13-07-2026 17:53 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  David Harbour discusses Lily Allen's album, mental health challenges, and his career post-Stranger Things, emphasising the importance of privacy and artistic expression.
  
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• Why Was Katie Price's Husband Lee Andrews Arrested Again In Dubai? Real Reason Explained

  13-07-2026 17:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Lee Andrews, husband of Katie Price, was reportedly arrested in Dubai over a £120,000 debt. The situation unfolds as Price's new documentary airs, adding complexity to their public narrative.
  
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• Boosie Badazz Paid MAGA Operative $600K for a Trump Pardon They Never Delivered

  13-07-2026 17:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rapper Boosie Badazz is in a legal battle to recover $300K from lobbyists after spending $600K on a failed attempt to secure a Trump pardon for a federal gun charge.
  
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• UK Heatwave Death Toll: Met Office Confirms 2,700 Dead In May And June

  13-07-2026 17:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The UK experienced record-breaking heatwaves in May and June, resulting in over 2,700 deaths. Experts link these fatalities to climate change, urging immediate action to prevent future tragedies.
  
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• Ann Widdecombe Murder Suspect Re-Arrested on Terror Suspicion as New Evidence Emerges

  13-07-2026 17:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The murder investigation of Ann Widdecombe is now led by counter-terrorism police after new evidence emerged, leading to the re-arrest of a suspect on terrorism charges
  
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• Trump Biographer Exposes The 'Dangerous Addiction' That Could Sink His Presidency

  13-07-2026 17:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump biographer Michael Wolff says Donald Trump's 'dangerous addiction' to attention, exposed at a NATO summit in Ankara, could shape US foreign policy and even undermine a second Trump presidency.
  
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• GTA 6 Release Date and Features: Five Confirmed Gameplay System Upgrades

  13-07-2026 17:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rockstar's GTA 6 lands on 19 November 2026 with new systems ranging from weapon loadouts and wildlife to a hinted shared universe and leaked real-time character switching.
  
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• Prince William Has 'Absolute Contempt' For Harry As Kate Stops Pushing For Peace, Royal Expert Claims

  13-07-2026 17:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince William reportedly holds 'absolute contempt' for Prince Harry as the Duke returns to the UK, with royal insiders suggesting Kate has stepped back from trying to broker any peace between the brothers.
  
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• Trump Impeachment Warning Sparked By Lindsey Graham's Death And Mitch McConnell Illness

  13-07-2026 17:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The death of Lindsey Graham and Mitch McConnell's continued hospitalisation have thrown Republican plans for the US midterms.
  
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• SNAP Benefits Update: Urgent July 14 Deadline For Households To Claim Extra $331 Payment

  13-07-2026 17:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Connecticut SNAP recipients whose food was ruined in Fourth of July storms have until 14 July to claim up to $331 in emergency replacement benefits.
  
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