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• Mark Zuckerberg's New App Idea Has Critics Asking One Question: 'Why?'

  01-07-2026 11:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Meta is developing Arena, a prediction app, amid concerns over gambling-like behaviours and its impact on vulnerable users. The app could blur lines between gaming, investing, and gambling.
  
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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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• A $28 Distraction? Meghan Markle Breaks Silence with Brand Launch Amid Chaos Over Cancelled UK Visit

  01-07-2026 17:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Meghan Markle launches Lavender Honey as speculation grows over her family's potential UK visit with Prince Harry. Meanwhile, her lifestyle brand faces ongoing trademark challenges.
  
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• Elon Musk Claims Feminism 'Killed' Women's Happiness—But Critics Blast Him Over His Own Estranged Children

  01-07-2026 17:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Elon Musk's comments on feminism and family life have sparked a heated online debate, with critics questioning his personal life and supporters agreeing with his views on societal shifts.
  
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• How Trump is Allegedly Weaponising Iran Ceasefire to Manipulate Global Oil Markets

  01-07-2026 17:22 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump is considering whether to continue negotiations with Iran or resume military strikes, amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz affecting global oil supplies.
  
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• Bronny James FINALLY Gets His Own Shot? Why LeBron's Lakers Exit Could Be Career Break He Desperately Needed

  01-07-2026 17:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Bronny James, son of NBA legend LeBron James, now has the chance to establish his own identity with the Lakers as LeBron departs, potentially benefiting his long-term development.
  
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• Kai Trump Defies Grandpa Donald, Attends Ariana Grande Concert After 'Barbaric' White House Feud

  01-07-2026 17:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Kai Trump shared clips from Ariana Grande's Eternal Sunshine concert in Florida, just weeks after the pop star branded a Trump White House immigration video using her song 'barbaric' and 'heinous nonsense.'
  
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• King Charles's Cancer Battle Reportedly Deepens Palace 'Frustration' as Prince Harry's Security Row Blocks Kids' UK Visit

  01-07-2026 17:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry's planned UK visit faces uncertainty due to a security dispute, compounded by King Charles's health issues, highlighting ongoing tensions within the royal family.
  
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• Trump's Self-Branded US Passport Includes an Embarrassing Design Flaw That Proves He Doesn't Know Who Uses Them

  01-07-2026 17:07 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  President Trump unveils a limited-edition US passport with his image and a controversial message, sparking debate over its design and intent.
  
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• Why Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Allegedly Still Can't Accept They Are No Longer 'VIP Royals'

  01-07-2026 17:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's planned UK visit is uncertain due to a dispute over taxpayer-funded security, highlighting ongoing tensions about their royal status and family dynamics.
  
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• Couple Paid $9,286 on a $138,000 Home in One Year: More Than $8,300 Went to Interest

  01-07-2026 16:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Why a viral clip's $138,000 home paid over $8,300 in interest in a year has gained traction online and how shorter terms cut the cost.
  
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• 'Preposterous and Atrocious': JD Vance Rages at Supreme Court After 6-3 Defeat on Birthright Citizenship

  01-07-2026 16:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Vice President JD Vance has attacked the Supreme Court following a 6–3 ruling that upholds birthright citizenship, labelling the decision an atrocious mistake and signalling a major escalation in the administration's immigration crackdown.
  
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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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• The Pitt Season 3 Adds 6 New Cast Members Following 'Bumpy' Roster Shake-Up, Fan-Favorite Exits

  01-07-2026 16:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  HBO Max's The Pitt Season 3 introduces six new cast members, aiming to stabilise the series after recent departures, amidst mixed fan reactions and ongoing uncertainty.
  
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• Region Trade Bank Appoints International Financial Leaders as Iraq Expands Global Banking Ambitions

  01-07-2026 16:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Region Trade Bank appoints a new board of directors with global financial experts to enhance governance and compliance, supporting Iraq's banking sector modernisation and international integration.
  
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• 'Space Pirates' and Dumb Aliens: US Government Declassifies Historic UFO Data and the Theories Are Unhinged

  01-07-2026 16:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Pentagon's latest declassified UAP files, including eyewitness videos and historical documents, have reignited interest in extraterrestrial theories and alien life.
  
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• US Security Chief Markwayne Under Fire for Doing A 'Happy Dance' After Iran's World Cup Exit

  01-07-2026 16:25 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  US security chief Markwayne Mullin faces backlash after admitting he did a 'happy dance' over Iran's World Cup exit, prompting a sharp response from Iran's football federation.
  
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• 'He's Aware Sometimes and Then Sometimes Not': Danny Glover's Daughter Reveals Actor's Tragic Alzheimer's Reality

  01-07-2026 16:23 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Danny Glover, 79, has revealed he is living with Alzheimer's, as his daughter Mandisa describes his fading memory and why the family chose to speak out now.
  
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• A Different Kind of London Getaway: Stay in the City's Most Characterful Spot

  01-07-2026 16:21 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Explore East London's vibrant culture with a weekend getaway. Discover Shoreditch's street art, unique accommodations, and culinary delights, offering a refreshing escape from everyday life.
  
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• Former Alaska Mayor, Once Named 'Parent of the Year,' Indicted on 47 Charges Involving Teen Girls

  01-07-2026 16:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Former Alaska mayor Ulric Jeffery Ulroan, once honoured as 'Parent of the Year', has been indicted on 47 charges involving teenage girls as an investigation continues.
  
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• Samuel Leeds: Britain's Housing Market Hasn't Crashed And That's the Bigger Concern

  01-07-2026 16:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Property entrepreneur Samuel Leeds warns that a frozen UK housing market poses a greater threat than a crash, trapping homeowners and buyers in a stagnant cycle with over a million homes unused.
  
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• Princess Anne's 42-Year-Old Dress Reveals a Money-Saving Habit Anyone Can Copy

  01-07-2026 16:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Princess Anne's latest outfit highlights how investing in quality clothing instead of fast fashion could help consumers reduce long-term wardrobe costs.
  
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• Serena Williams' Wimbledon Return Ends Early, Closing Door On Alex Eala Dream Showdown

  01-07-2026 16:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Serena Williams' Wimbledon singles return ends in a first-round loss to Maya Joint. Despite a knee injury, she plans to compete in doubles with sister Venus.
  
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• British Tourist Who Visited India Came Back with 38 Brain Parasites After Eating Contaminated Pork

  01-07-2026 16:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A British traveller recounts the harrowing decade she spent battling neurocysticercosis after 38 parasites were discovered in her brain.
  
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• From Machines to Medicine: The Network Behind Vietnam's Robotic Surgery Ambitions

  01-07-2026 15:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Vinmec Healthcare System has launched Vietnam's first multi-connected robotic surgery ecosystem, enhancing surgical precision and accessibility. The initiative includes a patient support fund to reduce financial barriers.
  
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• Ebola Scare at Glasgow Hospital Ends as Isolated Patient Tests Negative Following Health Alert

  01-07-2026 15:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A Glasgow patient suspected of having Ebola tested negative, alleviating fears of the virus's presence in the UK. Health officials confirm standard protocols were followed to ensure safety.
  
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• 'I Was Wrong': Robert Kiyosaki Admits Gold Call Failed but Still Predicts $35,000

  01-07-2026 15:53 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Robert Kiyosaki admitted he made a mistake in predicting a gold price trend reversal, soon after claiming earlier he had mastered technical chart analysis after learning for years.
  
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