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• Netanyahu Rejects Trump's 15-Point Plan for Gaza, Vows No Military Pullout Will Happen Until Hamas Is Disarmed

  09-08-2026 23:09 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Israeli PM Netanyahu rejects Trump's Gaza peace plan, insisting on Hamas disarmament before Israeli withdrawal, creating a diplomatic stalemate and prolonging Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
  
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• 'Squidpocalypse': 20 Tons of Squid Spill Across US Road, Blocking Traffic for Eight Hours

  19-08-2026 21:54 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A lorry crash in Narragansett, Rhode Island, spilled 20 tons of squid onto the road, causing an eight-hour traffic disruption. The driver was cited for failing to secure the load.
  
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• Who Is Dr. Heidi Overton? Trump's FDA Nominee Once Stood By Him Over False Autism-Vaccine Claim

  19-08-2026 21:50 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  President Trump nominates Dr. Heidi Overton to lead the FDA, sparking controversy over her stance on vaccination protocols and facing a divided Senate for confirmation amidst ongoing public health challenges.
  
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• Olivia Rodrigo Instagram Comments Explode as FC Barcelona Football Fans Confuse Pop Singer With Star Player Rodri

  19-08-2026 21:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Barcelona fans mistakenly flooded Olivia Rodrigo's Instagram with messages meant for new signing Rodri, due to a mix-up with Spanish naming conventions and the club's commercial ties to the singer.
  
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• Jim Cramer Picks 4 Memory Stocks up 188% to 584% in 2026: One Is Heavily Shorted by Michael Burry

  19-08-2026 21:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jim Cramer highlights the AI-driven surge in memory stocks, with Sandisk and Micron gaining up to 584% YTD. Disciplined production and major buybacks make these stocks a compelling investment.
  
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• Trump Delays 50% Canada Tariffs on $20Billion of Imports Just Hours Before Deadline After Last-Minute Trade Deal

  19-08-2026 21:21 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  President Trump has temporarily paused 50% tariffs on Canadian imports following a provisional trade deal, granting both nations three days to finalise terms amid ongoing trade tensions.
  
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• Warming Celtic Sea and Channel Waters Raise Fears Venomous Jellyfish Could Reach UK Beaches

  19-08-2026 21:09 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Warming seas in the Celtic Sea and English Channel are pushing Portuguese man o' war closer to UK shores, raising concerns about increased sightings and potential stings.
  
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• Energy Bills Rocket by £221 as UK Inflation Hits 2.9% in Fresh Blow for Millions of Households

  19-08-2026 20:58 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July, driven by increased energy bills due to global tensions. The Bank of England maintains interest rates, while government measures aim to ease household pressures.
  
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• King Charles Under Fire for 'Deserting Christians' as 'Defender of the Faith' Oath Comes Under Scrutiny

  19-08-2026 20:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A change in wording in the Sovereign Grant report has sparked debate over King Charles III's religious duties, questioning if his multi-faith approach dilutes the monarchy's historic Christian commitment.
  
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• GTA 6 New Leaked Footage: What Legal Consequences Could the Rockstar Leaker Face?

  19-08-2026 19:54 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Leaked 'GTA 6' footage has forced Rockstar Games into damage control, raising legal questions for the leaker. The leaks threaten the game's upcoming reveal and highlight potential legal consequences.
  
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• 'West Georgia Monster' Bobby Lee Hart Faces New Charges as Investigation Expands Across Four Counties

  19-08-2026 19:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Bobby Lee Hart faces new charges in Paulding County as a sexual assault investigation expands across four Georgia counties.
  
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• AI Job Shock Hits Young Workers First as Goldman Finds Entry-Level Jobs Face 3 Times Greater Employment Drag

  19-08-2026 19:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Goldman Sachs finds AI exposure has more than three times the employment drag on entry-level workers, as youth jobs weaken in Korea and Britain.
  
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• Who Is Taryn Asher? Fired Fox 2 News Anchor Caught in Expletive-Laden Hot Mic Outburst While Still at Network

  19-08-2026 19:22 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A leaked video of former Fox 2 anchor Taryn Asher cursing at a colleague has intensified her gender discrimination lawsuit against the station, sparking widespread online debate.
  
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• Prince Harry Reportedly Feeling 'Buoyed' and 'Energized' While Prince William Stays Angry Over Memoir 'Spare'

  19-08-2026 18:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry's recent UK visit has reportedly left him feeling optimistic, but tensions with Prince William remain due to past grievances, raising questions about future reconciliation.
  
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• Moderna Shares Double Overnight Because a Made-to-Order mRNA Vaccine Actually Beats Skin Cancer

  19-08-2026 18:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Moderna's personalised mRNA cancer vaccine, intismeran, significantly reduces melanoma recurrence in a Phase 3 trial, doubling the company's stock value and marking a milestone in cancer treatment.
  
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• Trump Reportedly 'Brushed Off' His Son's Fears About the Aide Living in His Golf Club's Women's Locker Room

  19-08-2026 18:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Natalie Harp's close relationship with Donald Trump has raised concerns among campaign staff and Secret Service, with reports of her sleeping in a locker room to stay near him
  
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• Is Iran Losing Control of the Strait of Hormuz? Ship Traffic Plunges Despite Trump's Claim It Is Fully Open

  19-08-2026 18:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has drastically decreased, contradicting US claims of normalcy, as US-Iran tensions persist without resolution, impacting global oil supply routes.
  
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• Jared Kushner and Saudi Buyout of EA Could Destroy 'The Sims' as a Safe Space for Queer Diversity

  19-08-2026 18:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jared Kushner and Saudi Arabia now own EA, putting The Sims' LGBTQ+ legacy under scrutiny as queer players fear the game could lose its status as a safe space.
  
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• Amazon Employees Are Literally Cutting the Bindings off Rare Books All Day Long to Train Language Models

  19-08-2026 17:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Amazon is reportedly destroying thousands of rare books at a secretive Las Vegas warehouse to digitally scan their pages and quietly train its artificial intelligence language models.
  
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• Michael Schumacher Documentary Release Date Confirmed by Netflix for October 2 Release This Year

  19-08-2026 17:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Netflix has set 2 October as the release date for Schumacher '94 – The Birth of a Legend, a new documentary revisiting Michael Schumacher's turbulent first Formula One title season.
  
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• Microsoft Executive Jared Bridegan Murder: Trial Opens for Ex-Wife Shanna Gardner and New Husband

  19-08-2026 17:36 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The murder trial of Mario Fernandez Saldana, accused of orchestrating the assassination of Microsoft executive Jared Bridegan, has begun.
  
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• Thai Teen, 17, Found Naked And Suffocated in Suitcase After CCTV Shows Her Meeting Australian Tourist

  19-08-2026 17:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A 17-year-old Thai girl was found dead in a suitcase near Pattaya railway tracks. An Australian man was arrested, with CCTV and DNA evidence linking him to the case
  
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• Prince Harry UK Return: Duke Visits 'Every Few Months' Despite 'Continual War' on the Establishment

  19-08-2026 17:23 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry plans regular UK visits despite ongoing tensions with the British establishment, highlighting his struggle to reconcile family ties with past conflicts.
  
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• Judge Who Was Nominated by Donald Trump Suddenly Takes Over Ten Billion Dollar Defamation Lawsuit

  19-08-2026 17:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A federal judge recently appointed by Donald Trump has been handed Trump's $10bn defamation lawsuit against the BBC, intensifying scrutiny of the president's battles with major media.
  
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• Layoffs Are Quietly Rising Everywhere and Older Workers Over 50 Are Definitely Getting Smashed

  19-08-2026 16:58 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Layoffs are increasing across various sectors, disproportionately affecting older workers. This article explores the industries impacted and offers strategies for older employees to secure their careers.
  
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• Barron Trump's $150 Million Fortune Is Real, but Did Trump Really Say 'None of Your Business'?

  19-08-2026 16:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Barron Trump's $150 million fortune is backed by a Forbes estimate, but did Donald Trump really say 'none of your business'? Here's what the evidence actually shows.
  
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• Andrew Reportedly Rejected King's Surprise Balmoral Invitation After Fearing He'd Be Treated as an Outcast

  19-08-2026 16:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor reportedly rejected King Charles' Balmoral invitation, fearing he would be treated as an outcast amid a deepening royal family rift.
  
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• Tupac Trial Update: James 'Mob James' McDonald Says 'I Don't Want To Send You to Prison' to Duane Davis

  19-08-2026 16:45 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  On the second day of Tupac Shakur's murder trial, key witnesses testified about gang tensions and allegiances, shedding light on the unresolved case and the rapper's tragic death.
  
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• Trump Aide Natalie Harp Allegedly 'Went Crazy' After Learning She Wasn't on the President's Flight

  19-08-2026 16:44 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump's fiercely loyal executive assistant, Natalie Harp, has drawn intense scrutiny after reportedly suffering a meltdown when left off his secret military flight out of Turkey.
  
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• Grand Theft Auto 6 Leak Prompts Cyberleek Warning That Publishers 'Should Behave, or Be the Next Target'

  19-08-2026 16:42 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rockstar Games faces another Grand Theft Auto 6 leak, with CyberLeek releasing new footage and issuing warnings to publishers, highlighting tensions over digital gaming's future.
  
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