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• Social Security September 2026 Payment Dates: Here's Exactly When Your Money Will Arrive

  01-09-2026 18:58 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Social Security Administration has released the 2026 payment calendar, detailing when beneficiaries can expect their payments in September based on their birth dates and benefit type.
  
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• The best media planning and buying agencies in the UK

  07-09-2026 17:35 via growthbusiness.co.uk
  
  By Myra Sugg on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success
  Media planning refers to the process of determining how an advertising message should be distributed among channels and audiences, in order to optimise marketing campaigns.A media plan should be flexible, and marketing agencies should always be willing to adjust their spending strategy based on the brand’s needs and the campaign’s ongoing performance.Media planning must consider the target audience, the campaig
  
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• Trump's Bizarre AI Stock-Trading Fantasy Puts 'Hundreds of Billions' on the Line at the Oval Office

  07-09-2026 17:23 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump claims he made 'Hundreds of Billions' for America as a bizarre AI image shows him trading Intel from the Oval Office, raising fresh questions about his stock trades.
  
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• 'Something Is Very Wrong With the President': Donald Trump Declares 'The Moon Is Ours' in AI Post

  07-09-2026 17:22 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump's Truth Social posts, including 'The Moon Is Ours' and renaming New Mexico, spark debate. The 1967 Outer Space Treaty prevents national claims on the Moon.
  
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• Elon Musk's Greatest Talent Is Not Invention but 'Stock Pumping', Documentary Filmmaker Claims

  07-09-2026 17:15 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Alex Gibney's nearly four-hour Venice documentary Musk recasts Elon Musk not as a lone inventor but, in Gibney's words, a 'stock pumping' master of narrative, power and fear.
  
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• 75-Year-Old School Bus Driver Faces Homicide Charges After Fatal Crash, Supporters Cite 'Medical Crisis'

  07-09-2026 17:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Theresa McCloud, a 75-year-old school bus driver, faces homicide charges after a crash in Auburn, Alabama, killed Jennifer Leigh Cooper. Supporters claim a medical emergency caused the accident.
  
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• Labour Day 2026 Gas Prices: Average Regular Fuel Hits Record High of $4.15 Amid Iran War Disruption

  07-09-2026 17:09 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  US gasoline prices reached a record Labour Day average of $4.15 (£3.07) as the Iran conflict, Strait of Hormuz disruption and refinery pressures kept fuel costs high for holiday motorists.
  
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• Florida Board Approves Rule Banning People 'Present in the United States Unlawfully' From Selective Campuses

  07-09-2026 17:04 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Florida's Board of Governors approved a rule barring people deemed unlawfully present in US from initial enrolment at selective state universities, starting with the 2027-28 academic year statewide.
  
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• Illinois Mother Accused of Killing Son Had Followed Lindsay Clancy Trial, Prosecutors Say

  07-09-2026 17:02 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  An Illinois mother faces murder charges for her son's death, with her lawyer citing a psychotic episode.
  
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• US Citizen Deported to Mexico Finally Returns Home After Nearly Five Months in Immigration Nightmare

  07-09-2026 17:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Brian García, a US citizen deported to Mexico, returns after five months following a legal battle proving his Denver birth.
  
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• The $40 Billion AI Boom Reaching Main Street: How Data Centres Are Fueling a New Wave of Small-Business Winners

  07-09-2026 17:01 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Meta's $40 billion investment in Louisiana's Hyperion AI data centre is boosting local businesses, creating jobs, and driving economic growth and infrastructure development.
  
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• 'I've Spent Over Half My Life Protecting an Abuser': Bilal Oliver's Ex Breaks Silence on Alleged Abuse

  07-09-2026 16:58 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jamila Raegan accuses Grammy-winning singer Bilal Oliver of abuse and neglecting their son, Bashir, who has autism and bipolar disorder. Oliver has not publicly addressed the allegations
  
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• Trump's 'Strong' Approval Among Republicans Drops Below 50% for the First Time

  07-09-2026 16:47 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump's declining strong approval among Republicans, due to economic concerns and rising fuel prices, could impact voter sentiment and party dynamics in the upcoming midterms.
  
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• Donald Trump Claims He 'Worked Long and Hard' With Construction Workers at Ground Zero After 9/11

  07-09-2026 16:45 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump faces renewed scrutiny over his 9/11 recollections after telling Fox News he went to Ground Zero with construction workers and 'worked long and hard.'
  
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• Trump Shares New Space Force Uniform Concept That Critics Say Looks Like Star Wars Villains

  07-09-2026 16:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump's proposed Space Force uniform concept has been criticised online for resembling sci-fi villain costumes, drawing comparisons to Star Wars and authoritarian regimes
  
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• 'No Wonder They Like Me!!!': Donald Trump Ignored Tanking Polls To Brag About Women's Jobs Data

  07-09-2026 16:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Despite significant employment gains for women, President Trump's approval ratings among female voters have declined sharply, with many citing economic concerns and personal insults as key issues.
  
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• Foster Mother Accused of Trading Girl for an Exotic Monkey Walks Free Without Serving Prison Time

  07-09-2026 16:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Brenda Deutsch, 70, avoids prison after pleading guilty to child endangerment in Missouri. Allegations included trading a child for a monkey, but no trafficking charges were filed.
  
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• Trump's AI Fantasy Goes off the Rails as Robert de Niro Gets Cast as a MAGA Supporter

  07-09-2026 16:24 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump shared an apparently AI-generated image portraying longtime critic Robert De Niro as a Trump supporter, despite years of brutal criticism between the two.
  
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• Trump's Greenland Letter Gets a Brutal 'D+' Makeover as Viral Red-Pen Image Explodes Again

  07-09-2026 16:17 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump's Greenland letter gets a brutal D+ makeover online, but the red-pen annotations are satire. The extraordinary message underneath is real.
  
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• 'It's All Bulls***': Orlando Bloom Is 'Upset' After Being 'Thrown Under the Bus' Over Movie Exit

  07-09-2026 16:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Orlando Bloom exits the film 'Reset' due to budget issues and chaotic management, leaving the production in turmoil. Director Matt Smukler also left earlier, citing similar concerns.
  
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• Donald Trump Faces Scrutiny After Claiming He Deserves a Nobel Peace Prize for Diplomatic Work

  07-09-2026 16:08 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump claims to have ended eight wars, sparking criticism. His focus on a Nobel Peace Prize overshadows ongoing Russia-Ukraine peace efforts, raising questions about his priorities.
  
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• Epinephrine Recalled Nationwide Over Glass and Plastic Particles, Health Risks

  07-09-2026 15:55 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  American Regent recalls Epinephrine Injection vials due to contamination with glass and plastic particles, posing serious health risks. No harm reported yet, but users are advised to stop use immediately.
  
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• Epinephrine Recalled Nationwide After Glass and Plastic Particles Spark Severe Death Warning

  07-09-2026 15:55 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  American Regent recalls Epinephrine Injection vials due to contamination with glass and plastic particles, posing serious health risks. No harm reported yet, but users are advised to stop use immediately.
  
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• Trump Energy Secretary Says He 'Doesn't Want to Have an Opinion' on Gas Prices, Then Guesses They'll Fall

  07-09-2026 15:44 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  US Energy Secretary Chris Wright cautiously predicts a potential decrease in gas prices, despite ongoing geopolitical tensions with Iran affecting oil supply and prices.
  
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• Trump Approval Slump Reaches MAGA Stores as Retailers Report Sales Drop Up to 90%

  07-09-2026 15:41 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Trump merchandise sales have plummeted by 90% since the 2024 campaign. Explore the impact of rising living costs, weakened consumer confidence, and declining political enthusiasm on demand.
  
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• Labour Day Shopping Guide: Which Major Supermarkets, Retailers, and Restaurants Are Open Today

  07-09-2026 15:35 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Most major US supermarkets, retailers and many restaurant locations are open on Labor Day 2026, while USPS, major stock exchanges and numerous bank branches close for the federal holiday.
  
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• Supreme Court Dismisses Preservation Group Challenge Regarding White House Ballroom Construction

  07-09-2026 15:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The US Supreme Court dismissed a legal challenge against President Trump's White House ballroom project, allowing construction to continue despite criticism and concerns over its legality.
  
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• Jennifer Aniston, Jim Curtis Dating: Couple Shares Rare Relationship Details on New York Stage

  07-09-2026 15:30 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Jennifer Aniston and partner Jim Curtis discuss personal fears and relationship dynamics at a New York event, highlighting Aniston's journey to overcome public speaking anxiety.
  
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• Police Seen Punching Suspect's Head During Piccadilly Gardens Arrest, GMP Says Footage Lacks Full Picture

  07-09-2026 15:21 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A viral video showing a Greater Manchester Police officer allegedly punching a man during an arrest has sparked concerns over police conduct. The incident involved injuries to two officers.
  
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• Demonic UFO Connection Explained: Expert Analyses 'Poltergeist-Type Activity' in Alien Sightings

  07-09-2026 15:21 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Professor Diana Pasulka explores potential connections between UFO encounters and demonic phenomena, highlighting parallels with religious interpretations.
  
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