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• 'Plainly Discriminatory:' Language Experts Slam Reform UK's Plan to Criminalise Non-English Election Materials

  14-07-2026 09:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Nigel Farage's Reform UK has come under fire after proposing restrictions on non-English election campaign materials.
  
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• 'You're A Demon, Not A Father': Maduka Okoye's Baby Mama's Most Explosive Line Yet As Cardi B Link Goes Viral

  20-07-2026 22:44 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is accused of infidelity and abuse by Jelicia Westhoff, amid dating rumours with Cardi B. The allegations have sparked widespread social media reactions.
  
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• 'The Winds of Winter' Could Finally Get an Update From George R.R. Martin in August

  20-07-2026 22:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Fans of 'A Song of Ice and Fire' express frustration as the wait for 'The Winds of Winter' surpasses 15 years, with doubts about its completion growing.
  
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• United Employee Threatens to Call ICE on US Citizen Family at SFO: 'You Don't Act Like a Citizen'

  20-07-2026 22:22 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A ticketing error at San Francisco International Airport led to a viral confrontation involving a United Airlines employee threatening to call ICE, sparking fears among immigrant families about flying in the US.
  
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• Hamas Names 'Calm' Negotiator Khalil al-Hayya as Chief, but His Refusal to Disarm Threatens Trump's Gaza Plan

  20-07-2026 22:09 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Khalil al-Hayya's election as Hamas leader signals a firm stance against disarmament, complicating US-led peace efforts in Gaza. His leadership style and reputation may influence future negotiations.
  
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• 'We Have To Dump the Fuel': Alaska Airlines Passenger Reveals Exactly What Happened During Mid-Air Emergency

  20-07-2026 22:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  An Alaska Airlines flight from Rome to Seattle declared an emergency due to a mechanical issue, forcing a return to Rome after dumping fuel over the Atlantic. No injuries were reported.
  
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• WTA's New DNA Test Rule: One Swab Determines Your Tennis Career

  20-07-2026 21:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Women's Tennis Association will require a one-time DNA sex test for eligibility on its tour from 2026, aiming to ensure fair competition by confirming biological sex through an SRY gene test.
  
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• FDA Retracts Taylor Farms' Cyclospora Test as 'False Positive' After Founder Bruce Taylor's Trump Donations

  20-07-2026 21:44 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The FDA's retraction of a cyclospora-positive lettuce sample linked to Taylor Farms has reignited confusion and scrutiny over a significant political donation, leaving the outbreak's source unresolved.
  
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• Free Palantir 'War Room' Alternative Created by Solo Dev Exposes What Governments Pay Millions For — Already Live

  20-07-2026 21:35 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  World Monitor offers a free, transparent alternative to Palantir's costly software, enabling public access to situational awareness tools previously reserved for large institutions.
  
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• Louise Haigh, Andy Burnham's Newly Appointed First Secretary of State, Outranks Cabinet Despite Fraud Conviction

  20-07-2026 21:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prime Minister Andy Burnham appoints Louise Haigh as First Secretary of State, marking a significant cabinet reshuffle despite her previous fraud conviction.
  
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• Why Did Jessie J and Chanan Colman Split? Singer Reveals Heartbreaking Decision and Co-Parenting Promise

  20-07-2026 21:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jessie J announces her split from Chanan Colman, focusing on co-parenting their son, Sky. Despite the breakup, they maintain a supportive friendship, prioritising their child's well-being.
  
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• Company Behind AI Companion Robots for Intimacy Enters Us Schools With Humanoid Classroom Teacher

  20-07-2026 21:19 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Realbotix, known for AI companion robots, is bringing its humanoid assistant Sally into a New York public school classroom.
  
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• Is Chris Evans Playing an Evil Steve Rogers? 'Avengers: Doomsday' Trailer Offers Clues

  20-07-2026 21:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Explore the thrilling return of Chris Evans as Steve Rogers in the 'Avengers: Doomsday' trailer. Discover the mysteries surrounding his character and the potential for an evil Captain America in this multiverse-spanning Marvel adventure.
  
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• Family-Friendly Minecraft YouTuber With 4M Followers Faces Extradition for Child Sex Offences

  20-07-2026 21:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  British YouTuber Stuu (Stuart Kluz-Burton) with 4M followers faces extradition to Poland over child sex offences. Minecraft content creator arrested in UK after
  
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• Record Gold Prices Fuelled by Trump's Trade Turmoil Driving New Amazon Mining Invasion

  20-07-2026 20:50 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Gold's record highs, driven by global economic uncertainty, are intensifying illegal mining in Brazil's Amazon, threatening indigenous lands.
  
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• 'Football Should Never Reach This Point': Fans React as UEFA Chief Boycotts World Cup Final Amid Fifa Row

  20-07-2026 20:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin boycotted the World Cup final, protesting FIFA's political interference and governance issues, including a controversial disciplinary decision influenced by US politics.
  
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• AI Could Accelerate the Next Financial Crisis, Bank of England Warns

  20-07-2026 20:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Bank of England says growing dependence on AI and cloud providers could make future financial shocks spread faster.
  
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• 'Absolute Legend': Fans and Football Icons Pay Tribute to Kevin Keegan After Family Announces His Death

  20-07-2026 19:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Kevin Keegan, former Liverpool and Newcastle United manager, has died at 75 after battling cancer. Tributes from clubs, fans, and the Royal Family highlight his legendary status in football.
  
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• July 22 Us Social Security Payments: Who Gets Paid, Why Some Checks Could Be $0

  20-07-2026 19:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  July 22 Social Security payments arrive Wednesday, but some retirees may receive $0 because of the retirement earnings test.
  
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• 19-Year-Old Texan Killed During Iranian Attack in Jordan: Who Was Army Pvt. Isabella Gonzales?

  20-07-2026 19:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Two US soldiers, including 19-year-old Pvt Isabella Gonzales, were killed in an Iranian missile attack on a Jordanian base, highlighting the escalating US-Iran conflict and sparking political debate.
  
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• FBI Calls NYC Federal Plaza Fire 'Anti-Government Attack': Suspect Threatened Bystanders with Airsoft Rifles, Carried Anti-ICE Literature

  20-07-2026 19:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A man with airsoft rifles set a fire outside a Manhattan federal building, described by the FBI as 'anti-government attack'. The incident is being investigated by the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force.
  
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• Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Allegedly Plot UK Return After Feeling 'Unwelcome in US'

  20-07-2026 19:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly considering a return to the UK, feeling less welcome in the US. They aim to rebuild ties with the British public and the Royal Family.
  
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• World Cup Half Time Show Blasted as a 'Bad Trip,' Fans Petitioned Shakira to Write All Songs Going Forward

  20-07-2026 18:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  FIFA's attempt to introduce a Super Bowl-style half-time show for the World Cup has faced criticism, with fans urging a return to traditional football culture and calling for Shakira's involvement.
  
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• FBI Reportedly Stops Probing ICE Confrontations, Raising Oversight Fears After Fatal Shootings

  20-07-2026 18:54 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A controversial memo suggests the FBI may stop investigating ICE shootings, raising concerns about accountability and civil rights. The government denies any change, but the debate continues.
  
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• 'A Little Too Happy': Kylie Jenner Blasted for VIP World Cup Kiss Days After Grandma 'Left the Map'

  20-07-2026 18:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Kylie Jenner faces online backlash after sharing a kiss with Timothée Chalamet in the VIP section at the World Cup final, just days after grandmother MJ's death, as fans question her public grieving.
  
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• Country Singer Bryan Andrews Says Anti-Trump Stance Is Costing Him His Career and Risking His Safety

  20-07-2026 18:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Country singer Bryan Andrews claims his outspoken criticism of Trump has led to professional setbacks and personal safety concerns.
  
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• New PM Andy Burnham Reportedly Invites Trump to Manchester Despite Once Demanding Leaders Shun Him

  20-07-2026 18:24 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  UK PM Andy Burnham invited Donald Trump to Manchester, a diplomatic pivot from past criticisms. The move shows Burnham's strategic approach despite past friction.
  
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• Andy Burnham Promises Tax Relief and Cost-of-Living Focus in First PM Agenda

  20-07-2026 18:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Andy Burnham signals tax relief and cost-of-living reforms in his first days as PM, but admits delivering lower taxes will require difficult economic choices.
  
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• Explosion Rocks NYC Federal Building as Armed Agents Tackle Suspect in Dramatic Arrest

  20-07-2026 18:07 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  An explosion outside 26 Federal Plaza in NYC led to a rapid FBI response, with one suspect in custody. The motive remains unclear as the investigation continues.
  
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• Trump DOJ Drops Corporate Crime Investigations, Giving Major Companies a Free Pass

  20-07-2026 18:03 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Trump Justice Department has dropped several high-profile corporate investigations, including an inquiry into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, fueling concerns over a pullback in enforcement.
  
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