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• Protecting Herself or Controlling the Coverage': PR Expert Questions Ariana Grande Break

  16-08-2026 15:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ariana Grande will step back from public visibility after her London tour dates, and a PR expert warns her break could be seen as either self‑protection or an attempt to control the narrative.
  
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• Arsenal Sweep Aside Man City 3 to 0 in Community Shield To Expose Enzo Maresca Rebuild

  16-08-2026 20:10 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Arsenal defeated Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield, marking a challenging start for new City manager Enzo Maresca. The match highlighted Arsenal's squad continuity and City's transitional phase.
  
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• Rebel Creamery Files Bankruptcy After Van Leeuwen Wins $23 Million Ice Cream Lawsuit

  16-08-2026 20:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  Rebel Creamery filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after Van Leeuwen won a £17.6m ($23.785m) judgment over disputed ice cream packaging.
  
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• Meteorite That Smashed Through New Jersey Roof Contains Building Blocks of Life, Scientists Find

  16-08-2026 19:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A meteorite that smashed through a New Jersey roof contains amino acids and other building blocks of life, scientists have found.
  
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• 'Courageous Iranian Women' Offered Double $30,000 Bounty to Kill or Capture Invading US Personnel

  16-08-2026 18:23 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Iran's military has announced a $30,000 reward for capturing or killing US soldiers, doubling the bounty for Iranian women, amid ongoing tensions and conflict in West Asia.
  
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• Heated Rivalry Season 2 Book Adaptation: What Happens to Shane and Ilya in The Long Game

  16-08-2026 18:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Heated Rivalry Season 2 delves into Shane and Ilya's decade-long secret romance, exploring the challenges of going public. The series premieres in spring 2027, expanding the Game Changers universe.
  
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• Dana White Claims Ian Machado Garry Could Have Won at UFC 330 With an 'Ounce of Killer Instinct'

  16-08-2026 18:13 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ian Machado Garry nearly upset champion Islam Makhachev at UFC 330, showcasing resilience and earning respect despite a hostile Philadelphia crowd and initial setbacks.
  
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• FBI Probe Reveals North Korean IT Contractor Worked for US Federal Agency, Raising Hiring Questions

  16-08-2026 17:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The FBI is investigating how a North Korean IT worker infiltrated a US federal agency, raising concerns about the effectiveness of hiring checks and the growing threat of North Korean cyber operations.
  
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• Manchester-Bound Plane Forced to Land in Russia After Mid-Air Fault as Passengers Face Long Detour Home

  16-08-2026 17:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A Hainan Airlines flight from Beijing to Manchester diverted to Siberia due to a mechanical fault, leaving passengers stranded.
  
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• Karoline Leavitt Was Expected to 'Put the President First' Over Her Children, Ex-Staffers Claim

  16-08-2026 16:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Former White House aides claim Karoline Leavitt was effectively expected to prioritise Donald Trump over her two young children, shedding light on the pressure-cooker culture behind her sudden resignation as Press Secretary.
  
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• Jamal Adams Injury Update: Minnesota Vikings Star Carted Off With Severe Knee Damage in Pre-Season

  16-08-2026 16:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jamal Adams suffered a suspected severe knee injury during a pre-season game against the New York Giants, casting doubt on his future with the team.
  
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• Slipknot Confirm They Will 'No Longer Be Associated' With Sid Wilson After 28 Years in Metal Band

  16-08-2026 16:53 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Slipknot has announced the departure of DJ Sid Wilson after 28 years, amid reports of internal conflicts and behaviour issues. The band has not disclosed specific reasons for the split.
  
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• Melania Trump Has Been Completely Missing for 25 Days After Skipping Senator Lindsey Graham's Funeral

  16-08-2026 16:50 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Melania Trump has been absent from public view for 25 days, missing key events and sparking speculation about her role and schedule as First Lady.
  
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• Is Manon Bannerman Returning to KATSEYE? Movie Clips Surface as Future 'Remains Unclear'

  16-08-2026 16:47 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Manon Bannerman's appearance in 'KATSEYE: Wild Hearts' highlights her impact on the group, despite her ongoing hiatus. The documentary offers insights but leaves her future with KATSEYE uncertain.
  
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• School District Sued Over Mosque Field Trip as Activist Warned 'I Hate All Zionists' Post Was 'Not Strategic'

  16-08-2026 16:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Palo Alto Unified School District is sued over a mosque field trip, with parents claiming students were involved in religious practices. The case raises questions about religious neutrality in education.
  
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• Frozen 3 Release Date, Official Plot Details and Cast Confirmed as Anna and Kristoff Get Married

  16-08-2026 16:40 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Disney has officially confirmed the highly anticipated release date for the third instalment of its animated juggernaut, teasing a royal wedding and a brand-new villain.
  
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• MAGA Perfect's Expectations Drive Trump White House Women to 'Flame Out', Former Staffers Reveal

  16-08-2026 16:38 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Former female staffers from Trump's White House reveal burnout due to high expectations for professional perfection and constant availability, highlighting the challenges of balancing demanding roles with family life.
  
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• Walmart Ice Cream Brand Files Bankruptcy: Rebel Creamery Owes $23.8M Over Copied Packaging

  16-08-2026 16:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rebel Creamery has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a court ordered it to pay $23.8 million to Van Leeuwen for packaging infringement. The filing aims to restructure the company's finances.
  
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• Who Is Joshua Báez? Cardinals Rookie Becomes First Player in Modern Baseball History to Hit 3 Debut HRs

  16-08-2026 16:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Rookie outfielder Joshua Báez smashed three home runs in his MLB debut for the St Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field, becoming the first player in modern baseball history to homer in each of his first three at-bats.
  
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• Bitcoin to $150K? Crypto Founder Says Gold Comparison Is 'Oversold' and Memecoin Fads Are 'Musical Chairs'

  16-08-2026 16:21 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Toby Gilbert of PACT SWAP predicts Bitcoin will hit $150,000 in a year, despite dismissing its gold comparison, sharing insights with 'IBTimes UK' on the market, institutions, and security.
  
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• Stanford AI Labour Study: Young Female Professionals Experience Slower Growth in Entry-Level Roles

  16-08-2026 15:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The new Stanford AI labour study reveals that artificial intelligence is disproportionately stalling the careers of young women, exposing deep-rooted structural flaws in how modern corporate work is designed.
  
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• Jailing Shoplifters Is Punishing People for Having a 'Biological Need', Progressive Lawmaker Claims

  16-08-2026 15:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  New York assembly member Emily Gallagher has sparked a fierce backlash after arguing that jailing people for shoplifting items like toothpaste and soap is punishing them for a 'biological need.'
  
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• Manhattan Synagogue Attacker Allegedly Called Worshippers 'Swine' and 'Fake Jews' After Violent Rampage

  16-08-2026 15:27 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A Bronx man accused of storming Central Synagogue during Shabbat prayers has been charged with hate crimes after allegedly admitting his attack was religiously motivated and railing against Jews and black people.
  
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• 'Protecting Herself or Controlling the Coverage': PR Expert Questions Ariana Grande Break

  16-08-2026 15:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ariana Grande will step back from public visibility after her London tour dates, and a PR expert warns her break could be seen as either self‑protection or an attempt to control the narrative.
  
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• Woman Sues Over Stepfather's Use of Grok To Turn Her Childhood Photo Into Thousands of Abuse Images

  16-08-2026 14:41 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A Wyoming woman joins a lawsuit against Elon Musk's AI company, alleging its tool was used to create thousands of explicit images from her childhood photo.
  
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• Couple Arrested After Four Children Found Caged, Beaten, and Abused Inside Semitruck Cab for 6 Years

  16-08-2026 14:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Two people in Jacksonville, Florida, face charges after four children were found living in a truck for nearly six years, deprived of education and medical care, amid a sexual-abuse investigation.
  
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• Donald Trump 'Diaper Rumours' Explained: What Really Caused That Suit Bulge in Viral Event Video

  16-08-2026 14:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A viral video showing an odd bulge under Donald Trump's suit has reignited long‑running 'diaper' rumours, blending political mockery with a broader obsession over his appearance.
  
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• Donald Trump Diaper Rumours Explained: What Really Caused That Suit Bulge in Viral Event Video

  16-08-2026 14:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A viral video showing an odd bulge under Donald Trump's suit has reignited long‑running 'diaper' rumours, blending political mockery with a broader obsession over his appearance.
  
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• Emails Show Anthropic CEO's Wife Asked Epstein to Invest in 'Luxury Porn' Company after His Conviction

  16-08-2026 14:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Cami Clark, wife of Anthropic CEO, sought investment from Jeffrey Epstein for an adult startup after his 2008 conviction, raising questions about her advisory role to the AI leader.
  
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• DOJ Busts Massive $100k-a-Head Marriage Fraud Ring Arranging Over 1,000 Fake Green Card Unions

  16-08-2026 13:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The US Department of Justice has charged 11 individuals in a decade-long marriage fraud scheme, allegedly arranging over 1,000 sham marriages to help foreign nationals obtain US green cards.
  
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