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• Internet Divided After Jameela Jamil's 'British Evil' Rant: 'No Other Nation Puts Up With This Self-Hate'

  23-07-2026 10:07 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jamil's podcast comments quickly went viral, prompting fierce backlash from some users while others defended her right to express her views.
  
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• HMRC Loses Battle Over How Thomas the Tank Engine Royalties Are Taxed: Creator's Family Avoids 45% Tax Hit

  24-07-2026 15:36 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Awdry family won a significant High Court case against the HMRC, ensuring royalties from Thomas the Tank Engine books are taxed as capital, not income.
  
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• 'Darling, the Wind Isn't Blowing': Critics Say Donald Trump Is Sundowning After Bonkers Rant

  24-07-2026 15:24 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump's wild attack on renewable energy at a Washington EPA event, including a surreal joke about not being able to watch a debate if 'the wind isn't blowing', has ignited fresh concern about his grip on the energy debate.
  
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• 'I Can't Be Racist': Elon Musk Rejects Racism Claims, Points to Half-Indian Partner

  24-07-2026 15:17 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Elon Musk denies racism allegations, defending his views on immigration and multiculturalism, while acknowledging that he got too involved in politics.
  
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• Putin's Battlefield Blunder: 'Fake Assault' BACKFIRES as Russian Troops Surrender en Masse

  24-07-2026 15:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Putin's alleged propaganda trap backfires as 64 Russian soldiers are captured in Ukraine, exposing the growing battle over Russian morale, battlefield reality and the power of surrender.
  
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• Oil Hits $100 as Iran War Rattles Bond Market: Treasury Yields Surge, Borrowing Costs Rise

  24-07-2026 15:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Brent crude jumped 7% in a day, and the cost of US government debt hit a 2026 high. See what drove the move, why the two are linked, and who ends up paying for it.
  
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• 'Amazon Can Do Whatever It Wants': Accused of Pressuring Suppliers to Raise Rival Prices

  24-07-2026 15:07 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Amazon faces allegations it pressured suppliers to raise rival prices, with court filings claiming the retail giant used its market power to limit competition.
  
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• 'No Thanks, Demented Grandpa': Donald Trump Ignites Outrage After Astonishingly Admitting He Wants Third Term

  24-07-2026 15:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump's suggestion of a third presidential term during a speech sparked immediate backlash, raising constitutional questions and highlighting divisions in public opinion.
  
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• Could Tropical Storm Bertha Disrupt Gulf Coast Travel and Raise Fuel Prices? Here's What We Know

  24-07-2026 15:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Tropical Storm Bertha is forecast to bring heavy rain and coastal flooding to South Texas. Here's what the latest forecasts mean for travellers, motorists, and Gulf Coast communities.
  
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• Alien Anti-Gravity Propulsion Would Destroy Trillions in the Global Oil Economy, Sean Stone Says

  24-07-2026 14:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Filmmaker Sean Stone says truly operational alien-style anti-gravity propulsion would erase trillions from the global oil economy and help explain decades of UFO secrecy.
  
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• Oracle Cut 21,000 Jobs to Fund AI: Now Its Biggest Project Faces a $7 Billion Obstacle

  24-07-2026 14:54 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Oracle's ambitious AI infrastructure expansion faces financial and regulatory hurdles, exacerbated by its recent credit downgrade to just above junk bond status.
  
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• Florida Manatees Could Now Be Legally Killed Under Trump's New Endangered Species Rule

  24-07-2026 14:53 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The US Fish and Wildlife Service's repeal of the Endangered Species Act's blanket rule could impact Florida manatees, sparking legal challenges and concerns over their future protection.
  
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• AI Gives Better Financial Advice Than Expected, Researchers Say: There's One Big Catch

  24-07-2026 14:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A study reveals AI chatbots offer effective financial advice, yet struggle with real-life complexities, highlighting the need for human oversight in wealth management.
  
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• World Cup Domestic Abuse Reports Hit Record 384 as Late-Night Drinking Fuels Spike Across UK

  24-07-2026 14:46 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Domestic abuse reports linked to the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached a record 384 incidents across the United Kingdom.
  
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• Country Singer Defends Song About the Jan. 6 Capitol Riot, Trans Rights and Immigration After Fans Walk Out of Concert

  24-07-2026 14:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Country singer Aaron Lee Tasjan's song 'I Love America Better Than You' addresses political and cultural issues, sparking mixed reactions at a Texas concert. Tasjan emphasises healing over criticism.
  
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• Country Singer Aaron Lee Tasjan Defends Song About Jan. 6 Capitol Riot, Trans Rights and Immigration After Fans Walk Out of Concert

  24-07-2026 14:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Country singer Aaron Lee Tasjan's song 'I Love America Better Than You' addresses political and cultural issues, sparking mixed reactions at a Texas concert. Tasjan emphasises healing over criticism.
  
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• Ransom Note Demands $6 Million in Bitcoin for Missing Nancy Guthrie's Safe Release

  24-07-2026 14:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded up to $6 million in Bitcoin, but investigators have not confirmed it was genuine.
  
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• 'He Never Met Harry': Thomas Markle Reportedly Left Devastated as King Charles Hosts Archie and Lilibet

  24-07-2026 14:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Thomas Markle remains estranged from Meghan Markle and her family, missing a rare reunion hosted by King Charles with Prince Harry, Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet at Highgrove House.
  
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• Indecent Images of a Child: Andrew Tate Complains About Florida Jail as Extradition Battle Begins

  24-07-2026 13:22 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Andrew and Tristan Tate face extradition to the UK after being arrested in the US. They face over 40 charges, including human trafficking and indecent images of a child.
  
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• Donald Trump Showing Same Dementia Symptoms as Father Fred Trump at Age 80, Joanna Coles Claims

  24-07-2026 13:17 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A podcast episode featuring Joanna Coles and Michael Wolff discusses Donald Trump's ageing signs, comparing them to his father's dementia, while examining his rhetoric and political influences.
  
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• Why technical issues don’t stay technical in a transaction

  24-07-2026 13:11 via growthbusiness.co.uk
  
  By Marketa Pasova on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success
  For many owner-managed businesses, due diligence is the first time a technical issue feels commercially significant.Preparation involves identifying likely pressure points early enough so that you can keep your options open as well as maintain momentum and retain control of the process.A joined-up review of the areas most likely to attract scrutiny is one of the most valuable first steps.The earlier owners begin consi
  
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• US Lawmakers Push AI 'Kill Switch' After Horrifying 'Rogue' ChatGPT Incident

  24-07-2026 12:42 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  US lawmakers are proposing new legislation, including the 'AI Kill Switch Act', following OpenAI's disclosure of a rogue AI incident, to enhance oversight and security of advanced AI systems.
  
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• Iran Conflict Fuels $11.5B Equinor Windfall as Hormuz Disruption Lifts Oil Prices

  24-07-2026 12:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Equinor's profit nearly doubled to $11.48B (£8.6B) as the Iran conflict lifted oil and gas. UK gas bills rose 24% on the same wholesale surge.
  
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• Why Jayden Federline Says the Internet Keeps Falling for Britney Spears Conspiracy Theories

  24-07-2026 12:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jayden Federline says viral social media posts fuel Britney Spears conspiracy theories, arguing users mistake online popularity for proof
  
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• Trump Says 'Very Smart Communities' Really Want Data Centers: 'They're Begging for Them'

  24-07-2026 12:25 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  President Trump supports AI data centres, claiming they bring jobs and investment, despite public concerns over rising utility bills and local disruption.
  
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• Japan Eyes Regulating Pokémon Cards as $2.1B Market Fuels Counterfeiting and Money-Laundering Fears

  24-07-2026 12:23 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Japan's government is considering regulations for the booming trading card market, including Pokémon cards, due to concerns over counterfeiting, scalping, and money laundering as card values soar.
  
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• Tracy Shaw's Emotional Update: Chemotherapy Setback in Breast Cancer Battle

  24-07-2026 12:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Tracy Shaw, former Coronation Street actress, shares an emotional update on her breast cancer treatment, revealing chemotherapy has not reduced her tumours enough for surgery, delaying her treatment plan.
  
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• NYPD Human Trafficking Crackdown During Fifa World Cup 2026 Led to 43 Rescues and 89 Arrests

  24-07-2026 12:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The NYPD's operation during the 2026 FIFA World Cup led to 89 arrests for human trafficking offences and rescued 43 survivors, including minors, highlighting the hidden risks of major events.
  
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• Spain Defender Marc Cucurella's Iconic Hair Sparks Viral Claim About Autistic Son: What's the Truth?

  24-07-2026 11:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Marc Cucurella's iconic curly hair has sparked viral claims linking it to his autistic son's recognition needs, though no verified evidence supports this.
  
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• Who Is Getting a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame 2027? Pedro Pascal, Keke Palmer Set for Honour, See Full List

  24-07-2026 11:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Pedro Pascal, Keke Palmer, Idris Elba and Linkin Park are among the entertainment figures selected for the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2027. See the full list.
  
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