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• Royal Parks gardeners to strike over pay

  14-08-2026 18:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Staff employed by sub-contractor Idverde are to strike after rejecting a 70p per hour pay rise.
  
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• Scientists Issue Grim Warning Over End of Civilisation With Just 10% Chance of Survival

  26-08-2026 11:45 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A mathematical study suggests a less than 10% chance of avoiding civilisation collapse if current population growth and resource consumption trends continue, highlighting deforestation as a critical factor.
  
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• Ivanka Trump Caught Picking Her Swimsuit Wedgie While Surfing on Costa Rica Beach

  26-08-2026 11:33 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Ivanka Trump enjoys a family holiday in Costa Rica, surfing despite a wardrobe mishap, while facing scrutiny over luxury development plans in Albania.
  
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• Giovanni Pernice Reveals BBC 'Ignored' Email About His Depression as Strictly Star Says He Was 'Spiralling'

  26-08-2026 11:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Giovanni Pernice, former Strictly Come Dancing star, accuses the BBC of ignoring his mental health struggles, including depression and myocarditis, following a controversy with partner Amanda Abbington.
  
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• China Challenges US Sanctions Threat Over Iran Oil as Risk of Wider Economic Conflict Grows

  26-08-2026 11:07 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  China has warned the US against expanded sanctions on Iran, highlighting Beijing's significant energy ties with Tehran and potential economic conflict between the world's largest economies.
  
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• Are Israelis Quietly Leaving for Asia? Thailand and India Face Rising Tensions as Numbers Surge

  26-08-2026 11:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Israeli travel to Asia has increased since 2023, but Thailand and India data point to tourism and temporary stays rather than mass permanent settlement.
  
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• Six Men Busted After Trying To Engage in Sexual Activity With Children in Texas

  26-08-2026 10:59 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Hutto police, with multiple agencies, arrested six men in a sting operation targeting online child exploitation. The operation aimed to protect children and send a warning to potential offenders.
  
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• Miley Cyrus' Bond With Dolly Parton Resurfaces After Her Godmother's Death

  26-08-2026 10:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton shared a decades-long godmother-goddaughter relationship that began shortly after Cyrus' birth in 1992.
  
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• Sallie Mae Borrower's Loan Went From $84K to $252K: Now She Must Choose Between Rent and Student Debt

  26-08-2026 10:55 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A borrower reports that their Sallie Mae student loan balance tripled, highlighting issues with private loan capitalisation and repayment challenges.
  
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• UK Households Told to Stock Tinned Food and Water as Government Prepares for Attacks and Extreme Weather

  26-08-2026 10:53 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The UK government is launching a campaign urging households to stock essential supplies to enhance resilience against extreme weather, cyberattacks, and hostile state activities, reflecting a shift in national security strategy.
  
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• Burnham Plans Trump Talks as Ukraine Faces Shortage of Patriot Missiles

  26-08-2026 10:50 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  British PM Andy Burnham plans to meet US President Trump to discuss Ukraine's urgent need for more Patriot missiles, as Kyiv faces increased threats to its infrastructure this winter.
  
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• England and Wales Face Flood Risk as Thunderstorms Break Weeks of Heat and Drought

  26-08-2026 10:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  England and Wales face thunderstorms and heavy rain after a dry spell, with the Met Office warning of potential flooding, travel disruption, and power cuts across large areas.
  
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• Is Mojtaba Khamenei Dead? Iran's Supreme Leader Vanishes From Public View for Nearly Six Months

  26-08-2026 10:45 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has been out of public view for months, sparking speculation about his health and the country's leadership dynamics amid ongoing political tensions.
  
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• 'Only Dolly Deserves To Be An Angel': Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and J.K. Rowling Called Out by Fans Following Dolly Parton's Death

  26-08-2026 10:43 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Dolly Parton's death at 80 has sparked tributes and debates over celebrity involvement, with figures like Elon Musk and J.K. Rowling facing criticism for their public tributes.
  
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• Diddy Faces Nearly $1 Million Legal Bill After Judge Dismisses His NBC Defamation Claims

  26-08-2026 10:32 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Sean 'Diddy' Combs' $100 million defamation lawsuit against NBCUniversal was dismissed, and now he faces a $990,292 legal fee demand.
  
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• DiscussingFish Suspended From X After Year of Fake Scoops, Admin Shares Memorial Video

  26-08-2026 10:31 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  DiscussingFish, a popular X parody account known for satirical entertainment scoops, has been suspended, with its admin sharing a memorial video and followers paying tribute.
  
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• Is Mark Ruffalo Antisemitic? Actor Calls Accusation 'Appalling' While Torching $111 Billion Merger

  26-08-2026 10:25 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Mark Ruffalo defends his criticism of Israeli PM and Paramount's merger, rejecting antisemitism claims. His social media posts highlight concerns over humanitarian issues and corporate influence.
  
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• Trump's China Trip With Natalie Harp Raises Eyebrows Over Her Extraordinary Access to the President

  26-08-2026 10:18 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Natalie Harp, Trump's Executive Assistant, gained attention during his China visit for her influential role in shaping the information he receives.
  
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• 'This Is How Herpes Spreads': Londoners Grossed Out by Harry Styles' 3D Kissable Concert Posters

  26-08-2026 10:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Harry Styles' promotional posters in London, featuring 3D lips, have sparked mixed reactions. While some fans find them creative, others raise hygiene concerns about kissing public surfaces.
  
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• Turning Point USA Spokesman Under Fire for Calling Women 'Unfit for Breeding' Over Their Views on Marriage

  26-08-2026 10:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  TPUSA spokesman Andrew Kolvet faces backlash for calling a woman 'unfit for breeding' over her views on marriage and the Lindsay Clancy case, sparking a broader debate on women's roles.
  
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• Man Called Out for Using Smart Glasses During Interview Without Woman's Consent, Then Claims He Is the Victim

  26-08-2026 09:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A man using smart glasses to record a woman without clear consent has ignited a debate on privacy, consent, and the ethical use of wearable cameras in public settings.
  
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• Guy Called Out for Using Smart Glasses During Interview Without Woman's Consent, Then Claims He Is the Victim

  26-08-2026 09:57 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A man using smart glasses to record a woman without clear consent has ignited a debate on privacy, consent, and the ethical use of wearable cameras in public settings.
  
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• Eminem Shares Heartfelt 2022 Letter From Dolly Parton Calling Him 'The Very Best' At Rap Music

  26-08-2026 09:45 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Eminem shared a heartfelt letter from Dolly Parton, revealing mutual admiration between the music icons despite never meeting. Parton's praise highlighted Eminem's talent, impacting him deeply.
  
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• 'Fear Not, I'll Be Back': Olympic Champion Alysa Liu Takes Break From Figure Skating Competitions

  26-08-2026 09:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Olympic champion Alysa Liu will sit out the 2026-27 figure skating season to focus on refining her artistry and skills, with plans to return in 2027.
  
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• Former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan and Son Arrested Over Corruption Charges

  26-08-2026 09:22 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Armenia's ex-president Robert Kocharyan and his son were arrested on corruption charges, sparking political controversy. The arrests follow a heated parliamentary debate and accusations of political motivation.
  
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• Kylie Jenner and Stassie Address Awkward Friendship Tension in Candid Podcast Teaser

  26-08-2026 09:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Kylie Jenner and Stassie Karanikolaou address friendship tension in a podcast teaser as Stassie says they are in different phases of life.
  
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• Britain Rewrites Its 22-Year-Old 'War Book' as Families Told to Stockpile Food and Water

  26-08-2026 08:49 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Britain is revising its 'War Book' for the first time since 2004, advising households on emergency supplies to prepare for cyberattacks, infrastructure failures, and other emergencies linked to hostile states.
  
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• Trump Floats Renaming Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' Amid Escalating US-Canada Trade Dispute

  26-08-2026 08:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  US President Trump suggests renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' amid escalating trade tensions with Canada, leading to reciprocal tariffs and heated exchanges between leaders.
  
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• Former NewJeans Member Danielle Shares Cryptic Light Message Online as Group Begins New Era Without Her

  26-08-2026 08:42 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Former NewJeans member Danielle shares a cryptic message as Minji, Hanni, Haerin and Hyein mark the group's fourth anniversary without her
  
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• Dolly Parton Dies a Year After Husband Carl Dean: Inside Their 59-Year Marriage and 'Open' Relationship Rules

  26-08-2026 08:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Following Dolly Parton's death at 80, renewed attention turns to her 59-year marriage to Carl Dean, who died 17 months earlier, and the 'open' relationship rules they had.
  
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