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• Preston Bus still to decide on Burnham's £2 cap

  24-07-2026 13:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The operator says it needs more details before deciding whether to join Andy Burnham's new scheme.
  
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• Pokémon Mandates Facial Scans at Five Japan TCG Stores to Combat Scalping, Prompting Privacy Questions

  27-07-2026 12:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Pokémon Company introduces facial recognition at select stores in Japan to prevent scalping, sparking privacy concerns among fans. The system aims to ensure fair access to limited products.
  
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• Netanyahu Rejects NYC Mayor Mamdani Arrest Threats Ahead of Historic September United Nations Assembly Visit

  27-07-2026 12:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Netanyahu says he will address the UN in September despite New York Mayor Mamdani's arrest push, as legal experts confirm the city has no power to detain him.
  
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• MAGA Senators Fuel Fresh Mitch McConnell Mystery After Admitting 'They Have Not Spoken to Him' Personally

  27-07-2026 12:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Senator Mitch McConnell's health remains a topic of concern as Republican colleagues admit to relying on intermediaries for updates, raising questions about his prolonged absence.
  
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• Andrew Tate Accused of Staging Fresh Victim Narrative After Complaining About Dirty Jail Water and Stomach Problems

  27-07-2026 12:05 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Andrew Tate's claims of poor jail conditions have sparked controversy, with supporters alleging unfair treatment and critics accusing him of manipulating public perception.
  
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• Starbucks Workers Claim New Blending Powder Leaves Them Coughing and With Sore Throats During Every Shift

  27-07-2026 11:55 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Starbucks baristas report respiratory issues linked to a new blending powder used in frozen drinks, raising safety concerns and prompting calls for a recipe review.
  
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• MAGA Influencers Face Foreign Funding Storm After Claims Political Creators Took Undisclosed Overseas Money

  27-07-2026 11:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Allegations of foreign funding for US political influencers have surfaced, sparking debate over transparency. No evidence has been released, but scrutiny of prominent conservative figures continues.
  
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• South Korea's 'Divorce of the Century' Could Have Cost $940M: SK Billionaire Now Owes His Ex-Wife $644M

  27-07-2026 11:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  South Korea's landmark divorce case involving SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won has him ordered to pay $644M to his ex-wife. The legal battle raises questions for one of the country's largest conglomerates.
  
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• D4vd Shows No Visible Emotion as Prosecutors Detail Celeste Rivas' Death, Parents Leave Courtroom

  27-07-2026 11:00 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  D4vd appeared stoic as prosecutors detailed allegations in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, prompting the teenager's parents to leave the courtroom in tears.
  
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• Declassified Project Moondust Files Spark Claims US Secretly Recovered UFO Debris During Cold War

  27-07-2026 10:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Newly declassified Cold War documents suggest US government efforts to recover UFO debris through Project Moondust and Operation Bluefly, reigniting debates about secret extraterrestrial programmes.
  
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• Users Question Shipping Container Torture Convicts' 'Soft' Sentences After Kidnapping Man for Dating Their Sister

  27-07-2026 10:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Four gang members have been jailed for kidnapping and torturing a 21-year-old man in Shrewsbury, sparking public outrage over perceived lenient sentences.
  
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• Can Kamala Harris Win in 2028? Everything You Need To Know About Her Reported Third White House Bid

  27-07-2026 10:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Kamala Harris tops early 2028 Democratic polls and has quietly built the groundwork for a third White House run, even as donors and former aides push for a fresh face.
  
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• Who Is Nah Kai? Meet the Model in Jennie's 'Less Than a Lover' Music Video as Fans Link the Song to Her Ex

  27-07-2026 10:35 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Who is Nah Kai? The model in Jennie's 'Less Than a Lover' music video draws attention as fans discuss theories about the song
  
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• Republicans Accused of Hiding Mitch McConnell's Death To Protect Senate Amid 'Dead Body' Cover-up Claim

  27-07-2026 10:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Senator Mitch McConnell's prolonged absence has sparked controversy, with critics demanding transparency about his health.
  
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• Rare Beauty Israel Launch Sparks Backlash as Selena Gomez Fans React To Be Pharm Expansion

  27-07-2026 10:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rare Beauty's Israel launch through Be Pharm sparks online reactions as Selena Gomez fans and social media users debate the expansion
  
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• What Is the Singularity and Why Does Sam Altman Say We Are Living in It Now? Here's What It Means for You

  27-07-2026 10:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Sam Altman says humanity is now in the singularity. His claim landed days after OpenAI's models escaped a test sandbox, fuelling a fierce hype-or-warning debate online.
  
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• Darren Aronofsky to Bring Controversial Elon Musk's Biopic From Tesla and SpaceX to X to the Big Screen

  27-07-2026 10:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Darren Aronofsky is set to direct a biopic on Elon Musk, based on Walter Isaacson's biography, exploring Musk's journey through Tesla, SpaceX, and X. The project remains in development with A24
  
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• Bordeaux Wildfire Forces Evacuations as Europe's Heatwave Crisis Sparks New Blazes

  27-07-2026 10:05 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A massive wildfire in France's Gironde region has forced over 250,000 evacuations, destroyed homes, and threatens Bordeaux amid Europe's severe heatwave and wildfire crisis.
  
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• Hollywood Stars' Private Details Exposed in Huge Data Leak After 'Contacts' Folder Found

  27-07-2026 09:53 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A data breach exposed personal information of Hollywood stars, including Angelina Jolie and Robert De Niro, highlighting cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the film industry and raising privacy concerns.
  
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• Chris Brown Guilty Plea: Could His Prison Sentence Force Him To Miss the R&B Tour?

  27-07-2026 09:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Chris Brown pleaded guilty to affray in a London court. Here's how his October sentencing could affect the remaining dates of his R&B Tour
  
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• Kendrick Perkins' Viral ESPN Clip Leaves Fans Thinking He Tried To Stop His Fart on Live TV

  27-07-2026 09:46 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Kendrick Perkins' unexpected on-air moment during ESPN's NBA Today went viral, sparking social media buzz and humorous reactions.
  
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• Christopher Nolan Faces Backlash Over Shocking 'The Odyssey' Puppy Scene: Were Any Dogs Harmed?

  27-07-2026 09:41 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' faces backlash for a controversial puppy scene, sparking debate over animal welfare and creative liberties taken in the adaptation of Homer's classic epic.
  
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• Parents and Teachers Sound Alarm as US School Tests $57K Android 'Sally' From Sex Doll-Linked Firm

  27-07-2026 09:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Salamanca High School's introduction of a $57,000 AI robot, linked to the sex doll industry, has sparked controversy, with teachers and Native American residents criticising its potential to dehumanise education.
  
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• Pentagon Insists US Military Is Fully Equipped Despite Estimates of Fewer Than 1,000 Patriot Missiles

  27-07-2026 09:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  President Trump has paused planned military strikes on Iran due to concerns over dwindling air defence supplies, raising questions about US military readiness and strategic options in the region.
  
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• Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Is Winning Praise, So Why Are Fans Calling One Major Flaw Impossible To Ignore?

  27-07-2026 09:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has earned critical praise, but fans are divided over one recurring criticism that continues to fuel online debate
  
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• Lewis Hamilton's Title Hopes Take Another Hit: The Penalty Problem Behind His 50-Point Gap

  27-07-2026 09:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Lewis Hamilton's F1 championship hopes suffer as penalties and Kimi Antonelli's lead widen the gap. Despite a strong car, Hamilton's mistakes and Antonelli's consistency pose significant challenges.
  
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• How Meta Chose Workers for Layoffs: Sworn Court Filing Reveals the Decision Process

  27-07-2026 09:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A court filing reveals Meta's layoff criteria amid allegations of AI involvement and visa holder concerns. Meta denies AI's role, stating decisions were based on business needs and human judgement.
  
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• Can You Still Watch F1 Without Apple TV? What the Streaming Deal Means for Your Wallet This Season

  27-07-2026 09:09 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  F1 now streams exclusively on Apple TV in the US. Here is what watching every race costs in 2026, from the $12.99 subscription to Apple's $199 streaming box.
  
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• Beefeater Is Closing All 106 UK Restaurants; Here's the Exact Date Your Local Will Serve Its Final Meal

  27-07-2026 09:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Beefeater will close all 106 UK restaurants on 10 September 2026 as owner Whitbread shifts focus to Premier Inn, impacting around 3,800 jobs across its restaurant brands.
  
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• Are Olivia Rodrigo and Banker Julian Croonenberghs Dating? New Sightings Fuel Romance Rumours

  27-07-2026 08:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Are Olivia Rodrigo and Julian Croonenberghs dating? Multiple sightings have fuelled romance rumours, but neither has confirmed a relationship
  
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