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• Erika Kirk Slammed For 'Classless' Joke About Grabbing JD Vance's Butt

  27-11-2025 14:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Erika Kirk faces renewed backlash after joking on Megyn Kelly Live that she "wouldn't get as much hate" if she grabbed Vice President J.D. Vance's backside, reigniting controversy surrounding their viral October hug.
  
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• Was the Mickey Rourke's GoFundMe a Hoax? Actor Says He Wouldn't Ask Fans For Money: 'That's Not My Style'

  06-01-2026 12:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Mickey Rourke disavows a $100,000 GoFundMe campaign to prevent his eviction, emphasizing pride and independence amid legal and financial struggles.
  
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• Trump Escalates Greenland Dispute, Prompting Denmark's NATO Warning Amid Venezuela Tensions

  06-01-2026 12:17 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Trump reignites tensions over Greenland as Denmark's PM warns a US takeover could fracture NATO, amid continued turmoil in Venezuela after the Maduro raid.
  
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• Why the EU Fears Artificial Intelligence as Powerful Systems Rapidly Advance

  06-01-2026 12:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  The European Union is tightening oversight of artificial intelligence as experts warn that fast-advancing systems pose rising risks to safety, climate goals and democratic control.
  
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• Tim Walz Storms Out of Press Conference Without Taking Questions After Dropping 2026 Re-Election Bid

  06-01-2026 12:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Tim Walz shocked reporters by abruptly leaving Monday's press conference without answering questions after announcing he won't seek re-election.
  
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• Homeland Security Accuses Hilton of Refusing Rooms to Agents in Minneapolis

  06-01-2026 12:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  US Homeland Security accused a Hilton hotel in Minneapolis of cancelling rooms for agents. Hilton says the property acted independently and is reviewing the issue.
  
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• Grok AI CSAM Controversy Intensifies — UK and EU Probe Safety Failures After Backlash

  06-01-2026 12:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Grok is under fire once again - this time, involving global relations probing into AI's safety failures following a CSAM controversy.
  
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• Alexandra Daddario's Bikini Moment Sparks Renewed Interest in Cult Thriller Role

  06-01-2026 12:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  A viral bikini photo of Alexandra Daddario has renewed interest in her cult thriller role, with fans revisiting her darker, lesser known horror performance.
  
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• 'Landman' Roulette: Is Angela's Martingale Strategy the Ultimate Metaphor for Oil Industry Risk-Taking?

  06-01-2026 11:54 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Explore the 'Martingale' strategy used in Landman Season 2 and why it perfectly mirrors the high-stakes gambling of the West Texas oil boom.
  
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• Why XRP's Latest Move Is Making Traders Nervous — and Interested

  06-01-2026 11:41 via ibtimes.co.uk
  XRP climbs above $2.12 as shrinking exchange supply and ETF inflows attract institutional interest, leaving traders cautious of sharp moves.
  
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• Victor Davis Hanson's Health: What We Know as He Recovers From Cancer Surgery

  06-01-2026 11:38 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Famed author Victor Davis Hanson recently underwent major surgery to remove a cancerous tumour and is currently recovering under expert care.
  
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• Jack Ryan's Chilling Monologue Goes Viral: Why It Feels Prophetic Amid Maduro Capture Rumors

  06-01-2026 11:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  A 2019 'Jack Ryan' scene where John Krasinski warns of Venezuela's strategic threats has gone viral after US forces captured Nicolás Maduro on 3 January 2026, highlighting oil wealth and instability
  
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• Dr. ChatGPT? Concern Grows As 40 Million People Use The Platform For Medical Advice

  06-01-2026 11:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Concern is growing as around 40 million users turn to ChatGPT for medical advice, raising questions about safety, accuracy and responsibility.
  
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• D4vd Case Update: Singer's Total Silence Has the Internet Speculating About His Whereabouts — Is He Under Surveillance?

  06-01-2026 11:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  D4vd has remained silent since being linked to the case, fuelling online speculation about his whereabouts and possible surveillance.
  
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• CES 2026 Offers a Glimpse of AI-Powered Living as Samsung Unveils Next-Gen Smart Devices

  06-01-2026 11:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Samsung showcased its next-generation smart devices at CES 2026, outlining how artificial intelligence could transform homes, entertainment and mobile experiences through open, connected ecosystems.
  
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• Saks CEO Steps Down: What Went Wrong in the Final Months

  06-01-2026 11:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Saks Global replaces its CEO amid debt pressure, missed payments, and a slowdown in luxury sales, exposing the risks of rapid expansion and bold mergers.
  
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• Rumour: OpenAI Looking To Acquire Pinterest In Bid To Streamline Human-Data Acquisition

  06-01-2026 11:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Rumours claim OpenAI is exploring a potential Pinterest acquisition to streamline human data acquisition for AI training, though no deal is confirmed.
  
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• BTS Upcoming Album: Which Artists Are We Expecting for Collabs? Here's What We Know

  06-01-2026 11:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  BTS announce their fifth studio album and world tour, reuniting all seven members after military service and sparking global fan anticipation.
  
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• 3I/ATLAS Update: New Evidence Could Prove Whether The Mysterious Interstellar Object Is An Alien Spacecraft Or Not

  06-01-2026 11:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Latest 3I/ATLAS images shed new light on the mystery of the interstellar object's true identity.
  
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• What are your options when a shareholder wants to exit early?

  06-01-2026 10:50 via growthbusiness.co.uk
  By Toby Walker on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success
  If a shareholder wants to retire early, one of the easiest options is for the company to buy the shares back itself.Should the remaining shareholders have sufficient personal funds, then they could purchase the departing shareholders’ shares directly.
  If there is no way for the existing shareholders to raise the funds needed and the company cannot carry out a buyback, then the parties may want to consider approachi
  
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• Forget 3I/ATLAS; NASA Discovers Shocking Astronomical Object 'Cloud 9' — What We Know

  06-01-2026 10:45 via ibtimes.co.uk
  3I/ATLAS is old news; NASA's discovery of the mysterious starless object Cloud 9 is rewriting cosmic theory. Here is what scientists know so far.
  
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• Who Is Donnie McClurkin? Grammy Winner and Pastor Now Sued for Decade-Long Abuse

  06-01-2026 10:44 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Donnie McClurkin, Grammy-winning gospel singer and pastor, faces a lawsuit alleging sexual abuse of a young man from 2007-2015, including grooming during 'pray the gay away' sessions; he denies claims.
  
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• High Street Meltdown: 2,550 Jobs Hang in the Balance as Claire's and TOFS Near Collapse

  06-01-2026 10:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Britain's high streets face renewed strain as Claire's and The Original Factory Shop edge towards administration, placing 2,550 jobs at risk amid weak demand and rising costs.
  
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• Kryptobyte Leads the Way for UK Energy-To-Digital Infrastructure

  06-01-2026 10:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  The founder of KryptoByte, a former fund manager, identified an opportunity in the UK's emerging digital market to drive innovation beyond traditional institutional offerings.
  
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• AI Is Making Your Next Laptop More Expensive: ASUS Announces Price Hikes as Memory Costs Triple

  06-01-2026 10:36 via ibtimes.co.uk
  ASUS confirms price hikes from 5 January as AI-driven memory shortages reshape the PC market. IDC warns laptop prices could rise by 8% while shipments contract nearly 9% in 2026.
  
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• Samsung Unveils a 130-Inch TV at CES 2026, and It's Designed to Look Like Art, Not Tech

  06-01-2026 10:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Samsung reveals a 130-inch Micro RGB TV at CES 2026, blending next-gen colour and AI with a gallery-inspired design for a stunning home centrepiece.
  
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• Kendrick Lamar Joins BTS Album, Calls Yoongi 'My Bro,' Fans Go Wild

  06-01-2026 10:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Viral rumour claims Kendrick Lamar will feature on BTS's March 2026 comeback album. Neither HYBE nor Lamar's camp has confirmed. ARMY debates whether the post is legitimate or a fan-generated edit.
  
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• Obamacare Premiums Jump 114% Overnight — Why 4.8 Million Americans May Drop Coverage in 2026

  06-01-2026 10:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Enhanced Obamacare subsidies expired overnight, triggering a 114% average premium spike for over 20 million Americans. Analysts warn 4.8 million may drop coverage entirely.
  
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• 'My Album Is Done': Bruno Mars Sends Fans Into Frenzy— What We Know About His Upcoming Music

  06-01-2026 10:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Pop icon Bruno Mars confirms his album is finished, with reports a new solo single is expected this week. Here's what's known so far.
  
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• CES 2026 Coverage Hints at an AI Plateau — Are Consumers Still Impressed?

  06-01-2026 10:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  As AI takes centre stage at CES 2026, with its presence in nearly everything on display at the annual tech show, is the industry suggesting a plateau for AI technology?
  
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